Sue Pearce started with ORHF as a babysitter … of locomotives. As a Hosford-Abernethy Neighborhood District (HAND) Association member, Sue was recommended for the ORHF board by Phil Selinger, the organization’s first executive director. At the time, ORHF bylaws stipulated that the board include a representative from HAND, the “soon to be” host neighborhood. In …
Work continues on the SP&S 700 to get it back to operating condition. The black jacketing that covers the boiler insulation is now covering the locomotive above the catwalk. Individual sections are being bolted down, a slow process. Next are the bands or straps that cover the many seams of the big sections of jacketing. …
Join us as we celebrate all dads with a train ride! Saturday, June 17 – 1:00pm, 2:30pm and 4:00pm Snacks and beverages are available for purchase onboard Tickets Adults: $20.00 Children under 12: $15.00 Children under 2: Ride free as a lap child Advance ticket reservations are strongly encouraged. All ticket holders must be checked …
Join us as we kick off our 2023 season in celebration of St. Patrick’s Day with a train ride! Saturday, March 18th – 1pm, 2:30pm, and 4pm The train ride goes along the Springwater Corridor next to the Willamette River, and is pulled by the vintage Polson #2 Steam Locomotive. Snacks and adult & kid-friendly …
Join us for fun, festivities, and family activities on Saturday, September 24th from 10:00am to 4:00pm. What to expect at the party: SP4449 will be steamed up and ready for photo opps A Lego model train layout We’re offering $10 train rides for everyone Holiday Express ticket raffle every hour Fun activities for kids Food …