The Southern Appalachia Railway Museum announces a special rare mileage train ride covering the Bay Coast Railroad between Cape Charles, Virginia, and Pocomoke City, Maryland. Come join us as we ride and dine over this former Pennsylvania Railroad line, built in the 1880s as a speedway and bypass between Norfolk and the northeast. The all day trip includes three meals, photo runbys, and a stop at the Eastern Shore Railroad Museum. Seating is very limited (28 seats per trip) so make your reservations early.
The Southern Appalachia Railway Museum is based in the Knoxville-Oak Ridge, Tennessee, area and operates the Secret City Scenic Excursion Train through the former K-25 Manhattan Project facility.
Equipment: All of the equipment used on the trip will be supplied by the Bay Coast Railroad and their Bay Creek Railway passenger division. The train will consist of one passenger cars, recently rebuilt from a former interurban car, and will be limited to 28 passengers. The equipment has been restored for modern use but may not be fully accessible for all passengers. Steps and narrow aisles may make it difficult for some people. Because of the cars' historical design, passengers needing special assistance are asked to make arrangements on their own for physical help.
On-Board Services: Snacks, drinks and souvenirs will be available for sale on the train. To ensure adequate space on the cars, passengers are encouraged to carry only small bags or coolers. Coolers and bags must fit overhead or under seats to keep the aisles clear. Remember, meals are included in the ticket price.
Hotels and Local Transportation: Passengers are expected to make their own hotel reservations and accommodations to get to and from the train. Numerous hotels are available in the area. Lodging is also available from a company related to the railroad, Bay Creek Resorts, at www.baycreek.net and click on "vacation" for rentals and packages. The Cape Charles Historic Inn & Shoppes has a website at www.capecharleshotel.com.
Further Information: This train is operated for the entertainment and enjoyment of the passengers and as a fundraising activity for SARM. It will run rain or shine. The train is not a part of the regular operations of the railroads involved, therefore, the Bay Coast Railroad/Bay Creek Railway cannot be held responsible for delays or changes in the equipment or itinerary. The operators cannot be held responsible for problems associated with connecting transportation, lodging, sickness, weather, acts of war, acts of God, or other causes beyond our control. The same holds true for the Southern Appalachia Railway Museum and any other non-profit or for-profit organization assisting with these trips. Tickets cannot be canceled less than 3 weeks before the event. Remember, this is a volunteer-operated fund-raising event, please assist us as you can. Please contact the Southern Appalachia Railway Museum with any questions that you might have. E-mail is preferred at b.jennings@mchsi.com. If you want to send a written question, send it to SARM Del-Mar-Va Express, c/o Barton Jennings, P.O. Box 620, Avon, IL 61415. Please include a self-addressed stamped envelope with any correspondence.
Schedule of Events:
8:00 am - Departure from Cape Charles
8:00 am to 9:00 am - Leave the Cape Charles Boarding site and travel to the
Cape Charles Float Bridge for pictures and breakfast.
9:00 am to Noon - Travel to Parksley (43 miles) and the Eastern Shore Railroad
Museum.
Noon to 1:30 pm - Lunch will be a "Grill-Out" under the shelter at the Museum.
Also, tour of the museum.
1:30 pm to 3:00 pm - Travel to Pocomoke (20.5 miles).
3:00 pm to 3:15 pm - Picture taking of Cassatt Tower and Railroad Swing Bridge
at the Pocomoke River.
3:15 pm to 6:15 pm - Head back South stopping at the Exmore RR Station and
begin the "light" meal.
6:30 pm to 8:00 pm - Leave Exmore and head to Cape Charles arriving around
8 pm.
Ticket Price:: Tickets are $290 each and include the train ride and meals. There are no reduced fares for children or senior citizens.
Tickets: No more ticket orders are being taken as of November 20th.
Note: The Sunday trip is sold out!
This page last revised: November 20, 2008
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