Railfan Roundup
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From early steam locomotives to cross country freight to cutting edge high speed trains, no matter where your interest lies this group is designed as a place for students who love all things TRAINS to meet and hang out with other rail-fans from all over the world! Anything and everything railroad related is welcome! As moderator, I will set a monthly theme and check in frequently each week to join in the conversation, guide topics, and issue conversation starters and special activities that...
This class is taught in English.
Prior to the pandemic, I spent 11 years working for a historic railroad where I was the director for one of the few railroad themed summer camps in the United States. In the off season from camp I stayed busy offering tours, shop experiences, and planning special events and educational programs to help young rail-fans grow in skills related to their interest in trains... from hands-on experience restoring these amazing machines, to small scale models, as well as the history of the people who's lives were shaped by the railroad industry.
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Heather Linke
Got a picture of 630 on the turntable!
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Hi Friends! I grew up homeschooling in the woods of Maine. I spent my summers at Girl Scout camp, and traveling across the country on adventures primarily focused on the outdoors and history - like a wagon train traversing the North Dakota...