Do not send a separate notice to "THE SETOFF", “Policy and Plan for the Reopening of NARCOA Operations During the Pandemic of 2020 on June 16, 2020”, Maps EC Dean L. Grote call 717-637-7647 or e-mail for details. Nevada Northern Railroad Fairmont supplied F-M replacement parts for a short time. NARCOA has over 1,400 members worldwide. A certification card is issued to members who pass the test. Registration fee $50. First Iowa Division - Boone, IA.  We will ride the line from Boone to the end of the line at Wolf and back three times during the day and a night run. Equipped with hydraulic turntable, safety glass all around, insulated for sound and warmth, a Narcoa ready Vector two-way radio and 3 Flight Com voice activated headsets. First Iowa Division is hosting a ride at Britton.We will ride the line to near Aberdeen on Saturday morning and then to Geneseo, ND on Saturday evening.  We'll run from Britton to Geneseo and back on Sunday.  Mileage is approx 210 miles. The history of rail car 007 and details of the rail excursions made from 2007, when the car was acquired, in the US and Canada. 9 rail days and 6 free time days. Dec 3 - 5 - FL posted 01/05 Reading & Northern Railroad La Grande to Joseph. (Pennsylvania) Volunteer Railroaders Assoc. Atlantic Rail Cars: Central PA Excur. It would need to be inspected and certified by NARCOA (North American Rail Car Operators of America) Today these are replaced by hirailer pickup trucks, which ironically derail easier than these rigs. Caboose trip included. Track parallels the Mexican border along the Rio Grande River. Details HERE EC Leland Stewart 210-863-5397Â, March 20 - 21 - AL posted 01/05 The organization of NARCOA was started in 1980 as a small list of speeder owners, known as ‘The NARCOA Roster.’ In 1988, NARCOA was incorporated as a non-profit organization in the state of Delaware and started the NARCOA insurance program. Four full days of operating. One of the unusual applications was in those small rail cars that transported railroad section crews and their equipment up and down the several miles of tracks they were responsible for inspecting and maintaining. It is governed by four officers (president, vice president, secretary and treasurer) and an eleven member board of directors elected by the membership. In 1988, we were incorporated as a non-profit organization in the State of Delaware and started our insurance program. Dependent on Covid-19 restrictions. Dean L. Grote call 717-637-7647 or e-mail for details. RRCHS will be having NARCOA Motor car runs open to all licensed and insured motorcar operators and work parties from Ione to Martell on various dates throughout the year.  Details HERE or contact  Tom Correa, 209-296-4356, for information and times/dates on the work parties and runs.Â, Feb 1, 2021 - Jan 31, 2022 - GA Allentown and Auburn RR Paid riders are not allowed especially on tourist lines, which don't expect to lose revenue to us. Speeders have been phased out by the railroads in favor of hy-rail vehicles, which are standard road vehicles with retractable guide wheels that can operate on road or rail. To keep NARCOA's printing costs low, please provide "Need to Know" information only. STATE LAWS - In general, motor vehicle laws exempt rail vehicles, such as motorcars. We have permission to hold a Test & Tune excursion on this railroad between West Chester and Glen Mills.Two trips. Fairbanks Morse: F-M bought Sheffield in the 1920's and manufactured motorcars at Three Rivers, Michigan until selling their motorcar interests to Fairmont in 1955. Each member operating a motorcar on an excursion must pay a fee. Coos Bay Rail Line Everett Railroad First Iowa Division is hosting a 2-day ride at Hill City, SD.   We will ride the line from Hill City to Keystone 6 times over the two days.  Total mileage is approximately 18 miles for each trip.  Cost is $80.  EC is Dave Voeltz. Palouse River and Coulee City Railroad  Always housed in a dry garage. Please provide a phone number for those without email capability. Feb 1, 2021 - Jan 31, 2022 - PA 2  nights in Coos Bay. Arkansas-Oklahoma Railroad 250 RT miles. Running a speeder costs considerably less than boating or golfing although some think it’s a hot, noisy and smelly hobby! You won't see alcoholic beverages or illegal drugs. EC- B. Leadon. Jun 18 - 20 - MI posted 12/01 I purchased the car in 1995. Speeders As mentioned in previous WEHS articles, Waukesha’s were used in just about every application you can think of. 170 RT miles. It is an open-book test designed to ensure that members read and understand the rules. Costs vary and usually are between $25 and $150 per run. As you will see, we will be following all national, state, and local requirements, as well as those imposed by the railroads within the area of each excursion. Aug 28 - 29 - IN/MI/OH posted 12/01 Details HERE, May 30 - 31 - SD posted 02/11 Contact EC Jay Boggs 904-910-5648. Amador Central Railroad, RRCHS Comes with: Operator's manual, Service manual and parts manual. 11 talking about this. They have the same engines as inspection cars. Email all excusion annoucements to webmaster@narcoa.org Please follow the standard format for the submissions. The NARCOA web site http://www.narcoa.org. Charles Rausch Jr. Cotton Valley Rail Trail Club: NE Rail Car Assoc: Northern Central Railcars Assoc. Don O'Brien/Flickr. Not all excursions listed on this page are sanctioned or insured by Narcoa. The first program is our Railroad Liability Insurance Program which is required by NARCOA if a member plans to operate a motorcar at a NARCOA insured excursion. NARCOA STRUCTURE - NARCOA is an all-volunteer organization. Tamper produced an unsuccessful line of motorcars for a short time. Maintenance of your membership is subject to the standards of conduct found in the rulebook and to the eligibility standards as outlined in the by-laws. Where we are scheduled to meet a train, a car may be towed immediately. Snowmobile trailers, utility trailers, and boat trailers can be adapted. In more recnt years, members have offered assistance to those on the trail who have been injured or fatigued or have had mechanical problems with their bicycles. There are several functional positions such as insurance administrator, webmaster and Setoff editor. Arnold Couch: 253-273-2316, Pacific NW. EC Roger Farrell, Jun 25 - 27 - OR posted 01/07 Day off on Day Three, with included evening salmon dinner at river lodge. Mileage approximately 23 RT. To register, e-mail Dave Voeltz at dvoeltz@pie.midco.net or if you do not use email, call at 605-280-5551. It is published six times per year. Oct 13 - 16 - ON posted 12/22 Members wishing to participate in the meeting, add items to the agenda, or secure a room at the NARCOA rate contact secretary Bob Hastings, by email or postal mail at NARCOA, P.O. EC Roger Farrell. You might also hear them called Rail Racers. and their equipment when attending any event. Members travel through some of the most picturesque areas of the North American continent. 144 total miles. The North American Railcar Operators Association (NARCOA) is a non-profit organization dedicated to the preservation, restoration, and safe, legal operation of railroad equipment historically used for maintenance of way purposes. Light enough, the aluminum handles you see on the ends are long handles you slide out and then lift, letting you pick up one end and turn it around moving it like a wheel barrow. GANG cars were used for transporting work gangs of up to 100 men. NARCOA HISTORY - The organization of NARCOA was started in 1980 as a simple list of motorcar owners, known as ‘The NARCOA Roster’. September 4-20, 2021. It has club news, technical articles, safety tips, trip reports, want ads, and a list of upcoming excursions. This is a challenging and spectacular railroad! May 15 - PA posted 02/17 Posted 9/1/2020. Motorcar excursions are for owners to operate their cars. The key phrase in this description is “   safe, legal operation”. We expect to start in Schuylkill Haven, travel to MT Carmel Sat, and to Oneida Jct Sun. We have permission to hold a Test & Tune excursion on this railroad between Kutztown and Topton. SAVE THE DATE- Central PA Weekend - Ride over the 86 mile North Shore Railroad on Saturday. SERO Affilliate. EC's Chris Thompson & Jonathan Blair. The NARCOA web page also has a section for member advertisements. Idaho Northern & Pacific Railroad, Wallowa Union Railway. $6500.00 Original Railroad – Canadian National. & Directions, 800 Excursions on the Stewartstown Railroad from New Freedom, Pa to Stewartstown, Pa on various dates. Save the dates. 3 days, 234 miles in Michigan’s lower peninsula.  Dependent on COVID-19 situation.  Details, cost, and sign-up in late first quarter 2021. Friday evening run to tunnel, Saturday mileage approximately 90 RT.  Contact EC Guy Howard Dependent on COVID restrictions. Hocking Valley Scenic Railway You will see families. Eastern Idaho Railroad Speeders on the Santa Maria Valley Railroad 2008-2010 March 6, 2021: An online presentation, click here for details. NARCOA welcomes everyone and it is easy to join.  Details HERE. Roaring Spring station lunch stop. Today, we have grown to over 1,700 members worldwide. A motorcar price depends on condition and desirability. On August 18, 2018 the North American Railcar Operators Association made their annual excursion along the Indiana Eastern.  Details HERE, Jul 11 - MN posted 02/11 For more infor, contact EC Dave Balestreri or cell 916 531 7536. Atlantic Rail Cars: Central PA Excur. Jun 12 - 13 - PA posted 02/17 This is a NARCOA-insured excursion and all NARCOA rules will apply. Northwestern Motors: Located in Eau Claire, Wisconsin stopped production of motorcars in the late 1950's and sold their parts stock to Fairmont who supplied them for several more years. First Iowa Division is hosting a 2-day ride at Redwood Falls, MN.   We will ride the line from North Redwood Falls to Norwood Young America and back.  Total mileage is approximately 100 miles. NARCOA Speeders “Toy Express” headed to Coos Bay with Toys for the Bus Jam. McAlester – The Oklahoma Railway Museum (ORM) 92 miles round Trip host a trip from McAlester to Red Oak and then return. Detailed explanation HERE. EC  Michael P. Ford. Each motorcar owner is responsible for meeting NARCOA safety standards for their motorcar as outlined in the rules and for the proper maintenance of the motorcar. Ohio Valley Railcars, c/o Jaime Samuell Phone 740-427-4444, Apr 23 - 24 - MD posted 01/23 There will be friends who met through this hobby. Email all excusion annoucements to, "THE SETOFF" editor will copy these ads for inclusion in the magazine on the deadline dates listed below. If you do not agree with the guidelines or information in the enclosed documents, then simply wait until the pandemic is over. Cost is $80.  EC is Dave Voeltz. $8,600 cash. Links to download Hy-rail manuals; Rafna Industries - Canadian manufacturer of Hy-rail Gear; ... RailRiderSupply.com - Selling model railroad parts and fully functional "ride on" model Fairmont speeders. These hobbyists often organize themselves into associations so that they can approach railroads to get permission to operate as a train of speeders on excursions. Excursion Co-ordinators may provide a mailing address, email address or link to another web site where additional details or restrictions can be provided.  250 RT miles. to Riparia WA. Permission has been granted for our annual excursion. Sep 17 & 18 - SD posted 02/11 Reminder - Please include in all run announcements the name of the Affiliate and the Certified EC. Excursions vary from one-day, 25 mile trips between two towns to multi-day, 1000 mile trips covering several states or provinces! EC  Al Tyson.Â, Jun 17 - 20 - WA posted 01/07 50 mile Shamokin Valley Railroad on Sunday.  Fee $95. Some railroads charge a fixed fee for each car, and some require railroad employees to act as pilots. The second document entitled “NARCOA Covid-19 Liability Release Form” will require a signature from all persons who participate in an excursion. EC. Ohio South-Central Railroad Sep 4 - 20, 2021 - AK posted 11/21 Dependent on COVID-19 situation.  Details, cost, and sign-up planned for late first quarter 2021.  EC  Michael P. Ford. Fairmont supplies some parts for their cars but lately they have been discontinuing a lot of parts. and are powered by 4. Border Pacific Railroad  Minnesota Prairie Lines APRIL 24, 2021 - BOONE & SCENIC VALLEY RAILROAD - BOONE, IOWA. Site does not constitute responsibility by NARCOA and/or Include details of the trip such as time, schedule, total mileage, costs, restrictions, EC name(s) and conditions for attending. 6, or 8 cylinder engines. Equipment inspections take place at many excursions. SERO will be having motorcar car runs on the St. Marys RR from St. Marys to Kingsland on various dates. NARCOA Bulletin NARCOA HAS REOPENED: The document entitled “Policy and Plan for the Reopening of NARCOA Operations During the Pandemic of 2020 on June 16, 2020” is the framework of how we plan to reopen. In addition, new operators must be mentored by an experienced operator before being allowed to operate independently. The track parallels US 270 Highway. Motorcars are now a minor part of the business. 20 car limit. Twin Cities & Western Railroad I.E. Save the date. Railroad motorcars or ‘Speeders’ were used by the railroads to inspect the many miles of track for defects and to handle track maintenance. NARCOA publishes a rulebook with motorcar requirements and other common sense safety rules. 24th run the line once or twice. Motorcar Operators West offers the rare opportunity to operate 1,000 miles on the Alaska railroad. Jun 4 - 8 - MT posted 01/08 20 car limit. The operator has five minutes to get his car running before being towed. One such organization is the North American Railcar Operators Association (NARCOA) in the U.S. and Canada. Have rooms reserved at various price points, will pass through at cost. These efforts are being made to protect our NARCOA COMMUNITY as well as the people from the areas that host our excursions. This is a tentative schedule and full excursion information will be posted as we get details. Dependent on COVID restrictions. NARCOA has over 1,400 members worldwide. The web site has links to membership info, planned motorcar excursions, member advertisements, and to the bi-monthly Setoff magazine. NARCOA MEMBERSHIP - NARCOA has over 1,400 members worldwide. INSPECTION cars for light maintenance weighed from 600 to 1,000 pounds and could transport 2 to 4 people. Hi-rail Annual Inspection Form to show FRA Compliance (1 page). Northern Central Railcar Association E.C. Fairmont Railway Motors of Fairmont, Minnesota was the largest and most successful motorcar manufacturer.  Fee $150 per car, 25 car limit. PRO is a nonprofit, incorporated affiliate of NARCOA, which hosts motorcar excursions using the NARCOA insurance program, releases, and rules. The meeting is held with a Zoom virtual connection for members unable attend. MOTORCAR BUILDERS AND TYPES - five main companies and several dozen smaller companies once manufactured motorcars. First Iowa Division is hosting a 2-day ride at LaMoure, ND.   We will ride the line from LaMoure to Edgeley on Friday evening and from LaMoure to Leonard, ND and back on Saturday.  Total mileage is approximately 160 - 200 miles.  Cost is $80.  EC is Dave Voeltz. accept full responsibility for themselves, their guests, Round trip mileage is approximately 20 miles. box 9035, Cincinnati, OH 45209. Ohio Valley Railcars, c/o Jaime Samuell Phone 740-427-4444, Apr 18 - OH posted 02/07 There are two separate insurance programs available for NARCOA members. Western Maryland Scenic RR EC Jamie Haislip. South Eastern Railcar Operators, Inc. will have work sessions on Cater-Parrott Railnet between Madison, Ga.and Newborn, Ga. Barnesville, Ga.and Thomaston, Ga.Valdosta, Ga.and Willacoocheee, Ga.on various dates. They weigh from 1,500 to 5,000 lbs. To obtain membership information, visit the "How to join NARCOA" page on the NARCOA web site ( www.narcoa.org ) where you can download a membership form. Great Basin Tour May 25-31, 2021. Affectionately known as "Track Speeders," these tiny railcars have become the newest way to explore the remnants of Idaho's historic railroads. EC Frank Ahouse 229-886-4707, Feb 1, 2020 - Jan 31, 2021 - CA West Chester RR May 30 - Jun 5 - MB posted 12/01 Excursion postponed for 2021. In the late 90’s the first section of the rail trail opened and many members volunteered to go ahead of the train with their speeders carrying a sign warning hikers of the oncoming train. Details experiences in this hobby. Both will be checked for validity by your regional Insurance representative prior to issuing a Certificate of Insurance. St Marys Railroad Jun 23 - 24 - ID/WA posted 01/07 Rides for the public on June 20th. THE SETOFF - The Setoff magazine is the official publication of NARCOA. Some members make after-market parts.  Details HERE . NARCOA maintains a web site, a magazine, an on-line forum, and a motorcar resource library. Possible runs may include Montana Rail Link, June 4, 200 miles, Central Montana Railroad, June 6, 100 miles, Mission Mountain Railroad, June 8, 88 miles, dependent on COVID restrictions. The board Terry Baumann of Nelson, B.C. WEST: M'car Ops W est: Nehalem Bay Speeders: Pacific Railcar Operators The current member cost of the policy is announced annually in the NOV/DEC issue of THE SETOFF. North American Railcar Operators Association & Northern Central Railcar Association ride on the Everett Railroad on April 13, 2013. Save the date. 2  nights in Coos Bay. In 1986, NARCOA organized the first private-owner motorcar meet ever held. EC Bill Taylor. Trip fee - $50.00. Contact EC Bill Andrews. : Full railroad name (not initials), Narcoa Affiliate name, date, location, miles traveled, cost, contact information. Save the dates October 13th 2021 to Oct 16th  2 nights at the Canyon details late January 2021 EC Joe Schnyder, Nov 6 - IA posted 02/11 EC Jamie Haislip 703-906-2502, Apr 24 - IA  posted 02/11  NARCOA is a non-profit organization dedicated to the preservation and safe, legal operation of railroad equipment historically used for maintenance of way. From Vaughn to Coquille. Members must pass an operator certification test based on this rulebook in order to be eligible to operate a motorcar on NARCOA excursions. And, most importantly, you should enjoy operating a motorcar with friends who also enjoy this marvelous hobby. 200+ miles To be put on the notification list, contact Gary Shrey, 717-227-9628, May 8 - OK posted 02/04 Sanctioned meets, by the way, are the only way to ride. Boone & Scenic Valley Railroad $30 per car, EC Jamie Haislip 703-906-2502, Apr 16 - 17 - OH posted 02/07 Save the date. EC Jamie Haislip. NOTICE: UNLESS OTHERWISE STATED, ALL FIRST IOWA DIVISION RIDES REQUIRE NARCOA INSURANCE AND ALL NARCOA RULES WILL APPLY. MOTORCARS - The pages of THE SETOFF have a large list of motorcars for sale. Pleasant Valley and Hooper branches. members are elected to two-year terms from the following areas: SAFETY – Safe operation of member-owned railroad equipment is critical to the success of NARCOA. Cost is $30.  EC Carl Schneider   Details HERE, Apr 25 - PA posted 01/23 Instructions on obtaining a certification card are sent to all new members along with a copy of the current rulebook. From Vaughn to Coquille. This not only includes operation of motorcars, but good behavior around trestles, structures and operating trains. There are few, if any, in this condition riding the rails. First Iowa Division is hosting a 1-day ride at Sacred Heart, MN.   We will ride the line from Sacred Heart to Appleton and return.  Total mileage is approximately 94 miles. Trailers are the most popular way to move a motorcar to an excursion. Their possession will get you booted off the railroad and out of NARCOA. Excursion Co-ordinators may list excursions by contacting webmaster@narcoa.org Listings published on this page are also printed for distribution with The Setoff magazine. Over twenty speeders will be on the rails starting this weekend through to next … For NARCOA Riders. No person is barred from membership due to race, religion, nationality, disability or sex. At excursions, you will meet people from all walks of life. Cater Parrott Railnet $30 per car. This will allow “safer” areas to open sooner than some of those with more restrictions in place. NARCOA stresses safety in their operations. All Narcoa sanctioned excursions require operators be Narcoa certified, follow Narcoa rules and have Narcoa operators insurance. $45. Railroad Partners, Inc. 60 RT miles between Penitas, TX and Rio Grande City, TX each day. If you cannot meet the Speeders on the rails, please support your local program drop boxes or bring a toy to the North Shore Railroad Northumberland Office (356 Priestley Avenue) by Friday, November 22nd - in return, the railroad will give you a 2020 North Shore Railroad Company & Affiliates calendar. Alaska Railroad Speeders have been phased out by the railroads in favor of Hy-Rail Vehicles, which are standard road vehicles with retractable guide wheels that can operate on road or rail. Details HERE. . The document entitled “Policy and Plan for the Reopening of NARCOA Operations During the Pandemic of 2020 on June 16, 2020” is the framework of how we plan to reopen. The Speeders from the North American Railcar Operators Association & Motorcar Operators West will be attending a tour on Vancouver Island and other areas within the Pacific North West. 2021 Narcoa Annual Meeting May 25 - 26 - NV posted 01/30 NARCOA has the following committees: Safety, Membership, Operations, Judicial, Rules, Communications, Elections, Hy-Rails, and Affiliates. Rail Car 007 - NARCOA, Speeders, Trains Save the dates.  2 days, 150 miles in northern Indiana/southern Michigan between Ashley, IN and Coldwater, MI. Feb 1, 2021 - Jan 31, 2022 - GA We strongly encourage you to ride with someone else, more than once, to get the feel of what riding the rails is like, and to start to learn about the various kinds of equipment. Details HERE EC Drake Rice 405-808-7516, Apr 10 - PA posted 02/02 The price range for a decent car is from $2,500 to $10,000. Today, NARCOA has grown to over 1,800 members worldwide. Details experiences in this hobby. INSURANCE PROGRAMS FOR NARCOA MEMBERS - NARCOA has a 10 million-dollar excursion insurance policy for members. Note: Third time it's on Sunday this year. Send announcements as email text, not as a word processor file. Fallen Flag Excursions, Skagway, AK. Florida Central RR, Florida Northern RR in the observance of safety conditions and rules and must
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