Group photo with all the power plant staff from the plant that 146 originally came from . developed into a place to go, the mine remains an important adjunct to the operation. Our biggest priority now is to establish a permanent shop building. It is urgently needed to address the major 15year inspection of the steam engine, due at the end of the 2017 season. Work toward this goal has started and there should be a major update on this project in the next issue. This building will also expedite other projects such as being able to refurbish the coaches in wintertime In October in having to use diesel power, we set an all-time record for a “regular season” weekend, carrying over 3100 passengers, rivaling Polar Express and contributing to our best ever October pumpkin runs. The Winery Train had already seen increased numbers during the year, often having to run a “second section” when the first train filled up. In October, we began running three trips a day for the winery, contributing to the weekend and October records. So again, it’s all about how we need help. Metal workers, painters and other specialties, while they can be hired, keep cost down if they’re done in-house. But grunts, minions and gophers are also needed as are all levels in between. No special skill is required to contribute time to our restoration efforts and many skills can also be learned along the way. Our operations also need more people to run the trains or help out on the grounds during a special event; or a busy October day. For either, you can contact Mechanical@nyswths.org for information on how to help or visit the new Facebook Shop Portal which available to all those on Facebook with interest in working in our shop facility. On Facebook simply search for “New York Susquehanna & Western T&HS SHOP. For non-Facebook users a non interactive version of the Shop Facebook page is available at 877trainride.com in the membership portal. To keep up top date on work sessions and goings on in the shop, visit our new Shop group on Facebook . On Facebook simply search for “New York Susquehanna & Western T&HS SHOP. For non-Facebook users a non interactive version of the Shop Facebook page is available at 877trainride.com in the membership portal. 19
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