Behind the Scenes In preparation for a photo charter, the WMSR crew starts the day preparing the passenger train (to follow the steam photo freight) on the yard lead at Ridgeley.
Two workers discuss what needs to be done inside the smokebox of Chesapeake & Ohio 2-6-6-2 No. 1309. This scene was part of a night photo session held inside the shop (while a wind and rain storm ... (more)
Work progresses on the restoration of Chesapeake & Ohio 2-6-6-2 No. 1309 in the Western Maryland Scenic's shop. This is actually a staged photo done as part of the "Farewell to 734" even... (more)
"Western Maryland" 501 crosses the National Highway (U.S. 40) on the outskirts of Cumberland, Md. The GP30 became the star of the show during the "Farewell to 734" trip on this... (more)