Wednesday, June 15, 2011
Monday, June 13, 2011
Rerouted on the Chapel HIll
We're back again, reporting to you live from Albuquerque, NM, inside the Chapel Hill.
We woke up today and realized we had no idea where we were.... overnight, the train was rerouted due to fires on the Raton Pass. We were now in Oklahoma and heading to Texas...we passed through Amarillo and saw lots of cattle at the Hereford Roping Center. We headed due west, to New Mexico, through Clovis. The scenery became a little more exciting in NM, and we saw more cattle, plus some llamas and antelopes.
We'll be back with more information and pictures, to give you an idea of our surroundings on this adventure!
We woke up today and realized we had no idea where we were.... overnight, the train was rerouted due to fires on the Raton Pass. We were now in Oklahoma and heading to Texas...we passed through Amarillo and saw lots of cattle at the Hereford Roping Center. We headed due west, to New Mexico, through Clovis. The scenery became a little more exciting in NM, and we saw more cattle, plus some llamas and antelopes.
We'll be back with more information and pictures, to give you an idea of our surroundings on this adventure!
Westbound from Chicago
This is "home" for the next few weeks.Originally owned by Marjorie Merriweather Post
Heading west out of Chicago. Near Naperville
Near the rail yard outside of Union Station
Railfans, Junior Railfans and Glow Sticks
We have discovered a new group on people on this trip - loyal followers of cars like the Chapel Hill. They find out what route we are taking, and they travel to various points along the rail to see us and take pictures. We've seen people come out in the Chicago suburbs, Missouri and Kansas. Outside of Chicago, a man and his two sons came out to see us and take pictures.
Our most interesting fans so far were discovered somewhere between Lawrence, KS and Topeka, KS. During a stop, there was a car filled with people that were armed with Glow Sticks - waving them furiously at us. We told them we wanted the glowsticks - one said no, but another one ran over to us to give us the stick. As he passed the stick to us, he said "We'll see you at the next stop!" Sure enough, about 30 minutes later they had caught up to us to see us pass by, waving their glow sticks at us again in excitement....
More to come in a little bit - we are on the train all day today!
Our most interesting fans so far were discovered somewhere between Lawrence, KS and Topeka, KS. During a stop, there was a car filled with people that were armed with Glow Sticks - waving them furiously at us. We told them we wanted the glowsticks - one said no, but another one ran over to us to give us the stick. As he passed the stick to us, he said "We'll see you at the next stop!" Sure enough, about 30 minutes later they had caught up to us to see us pass by, waving their glow sticks at us again in excitement....
More to come in a little bit - we are on the train all day today!
Saturday, June 11, 2011
Keyless and Clueless
We experienced our first train experience last night... and folks, this is a good one.
It all began with wanting to see the "hump tower" in Queensgate. By the time the car arrived to Queensgate and was attached to Amtrak, it was 3:45 am. Upon departure from Queensgate, it was noted that we would pass through Woodlawn and Glendale. Well, many cocktails into the night, the decision was made to stay up and see Glendale Square from the train.
Once through Glendale, we discovered we would pass through Hamilton and Oxford, Ohio. Another chance to see some of our stomping grounds! Once through Oxford, we needed to refill our drinks. One passenger, who will remain unnamed, filled her drink and came back to sit on the platform. CLICK. We realized we were locked out of the car; it was 5:00 a.m.
No cell phones, no one else is awake. Just us and our cocktails. We ring the bell, but no one wakes up to help us. We realize we have to wait for another two hours before the train will stop in Connersville, IN. We realized we need to go into "Cocktail Conservation Mode" to get us through this.
As we approach Connersville, we have another scare - will there be any passengers to make the train stop? If not, we realize we might have to sleep on the platform until we get to Indianapolis, which is another hour and a half. Luckily, around 6"15 a.m, the train stops and Danny jumps off the platform, walks up several cars forward to get on the train (and explain to the conductor what just happened- he laughed), then walk back through all the trains to get back to Chapel Hill. Thank goodness the front end door was unlocked. Danny comes back through Chapel Hill and unlocks the back door to free unnamed person. Bed Time! And up at 10 am to begin our next adventure!
Stay Tuned.... Choo! Choo!
It all began with wanting to see the "hump tower" in Queensgate. By the time the car arrived to Queensgate and was attached to Amtrak, it was 3:45 am. Upon departure from Queensgate, it was noted that we would pass through Woodlawn and Glendale. Well, many cocktails into the night, the decision was made to stay up and see Glendale Square from the train.
Once through Glendale, we discovered we would pass through Hamilton and Oxford, Ohio. Another chance to see some of our stomping grounds! Once through Oxford, we needed to refill our drinks. One passenger, who will remain unnamed, filled her drink and came back to sit on the platform. CLICK. We realized we were locked out of the car; it was 5:00 a.m.
No cell phones, no one else is awake. Just us and our cocktails. We ring the bell, but no one wakes up to help us. We realize we have to wait for another two hours before the train will stop in Connersville, IN. We realized we need to go into "Cocktail Conservation Mode" to get us through this.
As we approach Connersville, we have another scare - will there be any passengers to make the train stop? If not, we realize we might have to sleep on the platform until we get to Indianapolis, which is another hour and a half. Luckily, around 6"15 a.m, the train stops and Danny jumps off the platform, walks up several cars forward to get on the train (and explain to the conductor what just happened- he laughed), then walk back through all the trains to get back to Chapel Hill. Thank goodness the front end door was unlocked. Danny comes back through Chapel Hill and unlocks the back door to free unnamed person. Bed Time! And up at 10 am to begin our next adventure!
Stay Tuned.... Choo! Choo!
Tuesday, June 7, 2011
Cast of Characters - Chapel Hill 2011
For our loyal followers, we want you to get to know each one of us! We will post more pics of us once we board the train, but here is a preview.
Our chef, Jeff:
Troy & Rachel Galbreath:
Our chef, Jeff:
Danny, he handles all our needs with a smile.
Dewitt, the owner of the Chapel Hill - and a wealth of knowledge regarding train travel.
Troy & Rachel Galbreath:
Monday, May 23, 2011
The Chapel Hill Railcar
To get an idea of how the group will be traveling, we have included a photo of the Chapel Hill Railcar.
The Chapel Hill has been completely refurbished to its original 1920s condition. The car still maintains its deep history and tradition of railway travel with authentic touches, such as the deep mahogany wood interior, original brass hardware and vintage railroad china and silver.
For more information about the car, the experience and the history take a trip to the Chapel Hill website at http://www.chapelhillrail.com/index.html
The Chapel Hill has been completely refurbished to its original 1920s condition. The car still maintains its deep history and tradition of railway travel with authentic touches, such as the deep mahogany wood interior, original brass hardware and vintage railroad china and silver.
For more information about the car, the experience and the history take a trip to the Chapel Hill website at http://www.chapelhillrail.com/index.html
Train Schedule
So everybody can get an idea of where the train will travel to, a day-by-day itinerary has been attached below.
Werner Train Schedule with Guest, Meals, Arrivals and Departures June 10 – 29, 2011
10 June Fri. Board car
Guest Karen/Mark Werner, Karen Schmitt, Lauren Bosse
Meal Schedule None
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11 June Sat. Train # 51 Cardinal Depart Cincinnati 1:10 am
Arrive Chicago 10:05 am
Guest Karen/Mark Werner, Karen Schmitt, Lauren Bosse
Meal Schedule Breakfast and Lunch
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12 June Sun. Train # 3 Southwest Chief Depart Chicago 2:45 pm
Guest Karen/Mark Werner, Karen/Kyle Schmitt, Lauren Bosse
Meal Schedule Breakfast and Dinner
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13 June Mon. Enroute
Guest Karen/Mark Werner, Karen/Kyle Schmitt, Lauren Bosse
Meal Schedule Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
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14 June Tues. Train #3 Southwest Chief Arrive Los Angles 8:15 am
Guest Karen/Mark Werner, Karen/Kyle Schmitt, Lauren/Ryan Bosse
Meal Schedule Breakfast
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15 June Weds. Train # 14 Coast Starlight Depart Los Angles 10:15 am
Arrive Oakland 9:32 pm
Guest Karen/Mark Werner, Karen Schmitt, Lauren/Ryan Bosse
Meal Schedule Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
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16 June Thurs. Oakland
Guest Karen/Mark Werner, Karen Schmitt, Lauren/Ryan Bosse
Meal Schedule All Guest Off the Car – No Meals
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17 June Fri. Train # 14 Coast Starlight Depart Oakland 9:42 pm
Guest Karen/Mark Werner, Karen Schmitt, Lauren/Ryan Bosse
Meal Schedule Breakfast and Dinner
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18 June Sat. Train #14 Coast Starlight Arrive Seattle 8:45 pm
Guest Karen/Mark Werner, Karen Schmitt, Lauren/Ryan Bosse
Meal Schedule Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
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19 June Sun. Seattle
Guest Karen/Mark Werner, Karen Schmitt, Lauren/Ryan Bosse
Meal Schedule Breakfast
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Werner Train Schedule with Guest, Meals, Arrivals and Departures June 10 – 29, 2011
20 June Mon, Train # 11 Coast Starlight Depart Seattle 9:45 am
Arrive Portland 1:50 pm
Guest Karen/Mark Werner, Karen/Erika Schmitt
Meal Schedule Breakfast and Lunch
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21 June Tues. Portland
Guest Karen/Mark Werner, Karen/Erika Schmitt
Meal Schedule All Guest Off the Car – No Meals
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22 June Weds. Train # 8 Empire Builder Depart Portland 4:45 pm
Guest Karen/Mark Werner, Karen/Erika Schmitt, Rachel/Troy Galbreath
Karen/Peter Cole
Meal Schedule Dinner
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23 June Thurs. Train #8 Empire Builder Arrive Whitefish 7:26 am
Guest Karen/Mark Werner, Karen/Erika Schmitt, Rachel/Troy Galbreath
Karen/Peter Cole
Meal Schedule Breakfast – All Guest Check Into Lodge at Whitefish Lake
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24 June Fri. Whitefish
Guest Karen/Mark Werner, Karen/Erika Schmitt, Rachel/Troy Galbreath
Karen/Peter Cole
Meal Schedule All Guest Off the Car – No Meals
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25 June Sat. Whitefish
Guest Karen/Mark Werner, Karen/Erika Schmitt, Rachel/Troy Galbreath
Karen/Peter Cole
Meal Schedule Dinner
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26 June Sun. Train #8 Empire Builder Depart Whitefish 7:46 am
Guest Karen/Mark Werner, Karen/Erika Schmitt, Rachel/Troy Galbreath
Karen/Peter Cole
Meal Schedule Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
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27 June Mon. Train #8 Empire Builder Arrive Chicago 3:55 pm
Guest Karen/Mark Werner
Departing in Chicago Karen/Erika Schmitt, Rachel/Troy Galbreath
Karen/Peter Cole
Boarding in Chicago Gloria/Leo Wenzinger, Cindy King
Meal Schedule Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
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Werner Train Schedule with Guest, Meals, Arrivals and Departures June 10 – 29, 2011
28 June Tues. Train # 50 Cardinal Depart Chicago 5:45 pm
Guest Karen/Mark Werner, Gloria/Leo Wenzinger, Cindy King
Meal Schedule Breakfast and Dinner
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29 June Weds. Train # 50 Cardinal Arrive Cincinnati 3:17 am Guest Karen/Mark Werner, Gloria/Leo Wenzinger, Cindy King
Meal Schedule Breakfast
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