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Are all of the trains powered by steam locomotives?
No. Most of our passenger trains are pulled by our authentic Climax Steam Locomotive, however we reserve the right to substitute our motive power in less popular parts of the season or when technical problems occur.  These locomotives have been used on this railroad for 50 years.

Are refreshments available on the train?
No, but there is a lunch counter and ice cream parlor near the depot.

Can I bring my own food and drinks on the train?
Yes.  You can bring food and beverage (not alcohol) on the train.

Are the passenger cars heated?
No.

Are there restrooms on the train?
No.  But there are restrooms beside the depot and the ride is only 30 minutes.

Can I smoke on the train?
No. Smoking is not permitted at any time on the train.  Smoking is permitted in designated areas.

Can I bring alcoholic beverages on the train?
No. Alcoholic beverages are not permitted.

Can I bring my dog on the train?
Only certified service dogs accompanied by their masters can be brought aboard the train.

Is there a place I can board my pet during the train ride?
No.

Is the train wheelchair accessible?
Yes, Please notify the station staff that you use a wheelchair.

Can I bring a child’s stroller on the train?
No.

Are Tour Guides who speak other languages available?
No this service is not provided at this time.  However the Locomotive Engineer Leon does speak French.  

Can I move about the train?
No.

Is there an open car on the train?
Yes.  All cars are open sided.

Is it possible to ride in the cab of a locomotive?
Rarely at the discretion of railroad staff.
You are encouraged to visit the steam locomotive cab while it is in the station. 

What kind of crew is required to operate a train?
A train is operated by a minimum of two crewmen. The conductor is in charge of the train and remains at the end of the last passenger car.  The fireman is in charge of maintaining pressure in the boiler by managing the firewood in the firebox, and controlling the amount of water that enters the boiler. The engineer controls the train speed, handling the throttle, brakes and other controls needed to do this job.

How much firewood does the locomotive use?
On every third trip the fireman will have to load one third of a cord of fireword into the tender. The amount depends on the fireman’s skill and the locomotive. Every locomotive fires differently and has its own idiosyncrasies. 

What do the whistle signals mean?
The locomotive engineer uses whistle signals to communicate with the conductor and brakeman. There are several signals that are made with a combination of short and long whistle blasts. However, the most common signals that you will hear are these: One short blast means that the train has come to a complete stop. Two short blasts means that the train is about to move forward. Three short blasts means that the train is about to move backward. And of course there is the familiar long-long-short-long signal at every grade crossing.

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• The WMCRR and Clark's trading Post are not legally responsible for any inaccuracies in information on this website
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• Only certified "service dogs" accompanied by their masters can be brought aboard the train.
  

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