From Twin Forks Chapter NRHS
Current project is the restoration of flatside caboose C-60. Things look great with the new paint inside after stripping to bare metal last year and the addition of a new bunk cushion. the outside has also been painted into Orange and the roof stipped and primed. Most of the roof has also been painted at this point into black. The caboose will hopefully be showcased (pending staffing) at the RMLI railfest the last weekend in August.
Other future projects include work on our ATSF flat car which when researched with the ATSF technical & historical society was said to be quite a find. The flat is primed in places at this point but former ATSF markings are still visible from up close. The car will be restored to ATSF.
The remaining equipment including Caboose #1 in Hicksville are on back burner status.
Also on deck is the continued restoration of the Greenport turntable in conjunction with RMLI and the Boyscouts.
We work the last Saturday of every month but impromptu work sessions have developed as you only need 2 for a work session.
We're also selling tickets to a trip to the New Hope & Ivyland and NYSW Chinese Steam excursion by charter bus on August 5th. Contact the chapter for more details.
Contact the chapter at
[email protected] for further info