Photos from the Chehalis-Centralia Excursion
Chehalis, Washington
Wednesday, June 7, 2006
On June 7, 2006, SARM chartered a train on the Chehalis-Centralia Railroad with plans to make a number of photo stops along the line. Using former Cowlitz, Chehalis & Cascade Railroad #15, a 1916 Baldwin-built 2-8-2, the trip operated from Chehalis to Ruth with 6 runbys at 5 locations. Approximately 85 riders enjoyed the afternoon of sun and trains. For more information on the trip and railroad, see the Chehalis-Centralia Railroad website at www.steamtrainride.com and Chris Guenzler's report at www.trainweb.org/chris/chehalis2006.html. Video of all three SARM 2006 Pacific Northwest trips is available from Joe Harper at train671@aol.com in VHS or DVD format for $20.
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We started the photo activity with a runby on the bridge over the Newaukum River. |
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The "Gator Pond" at milepost 5 was the site
of a double runby.
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The skies cleared just as we got in place for the runby. |
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The Scotch Broom Bush was still blooming at the old
quarry west of Milburn, adding a bit of color to the scene.
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While #15 operated east of Chehalis during its regular operating days, it looked good this day heading west into the afternoon sun. |
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The long timber trestle over the South Fork of the
Chehalis River allowed for a number of excellent photo opportunities.
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#15 and train pose at the west end of the trestle. |
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A train earlier in the day provided an opportunity
for a different view of #15 on the trestle.
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All photos this page by Barton Jennings.