Priceless Chessie Steamer threatened

Hey guys, I'm Tad, the mod from the Amtrak forum. I have something important to me: the SS Badger, former C&O/Chessie steam ferry, has its live steam status threatened. I've got a detailed post about the letter you can write to help save it in the Midwest Railfan forum here: http://www.railroad.net/forums/viewtopi ... 5&t=144805

Thanks for your help. No need for donations, it's more of a permitting issue.

Mods, it would be huge if you can let this thread hang out for a while in the efforts to save a steamer. Thanks!

I have been on more than one steam powered vessel and they are all priceless whether they are large or small. This is something well worth supporting.
Noel Weaver

Tadman wrote:Mods, it would be huge if you can let this thread hang out for a while in the efforts to save a steamer. Thanks!

No need to worry.........I keep it pretty flexible over here. I hope this steamer can be saved.

Charlie

Tad, by the way--please keep us posted as to the progress of this vessel. I have a soft spot for
watercraft like this, ferries, tugs etc.

Thanks very much!
Charlie

Good news, I hope, according to the Trains Magazine newsline an agreement has been reach to allow this historic vessel to run again this year and I think in to the future as well. The issue was/is disposal of ashes and the authorities do not want them disposed of in Lake Michigan.
Noel Weaver