NKP 765 July 18th

[matt]

I see the NKP 765 is supposed to go to Lafayette from Ft. Wayne on July 18th. I was wondering where it's supposed to leave from in Ft Wayne, what route it's taking and if it's returning to Ft. Wayne at the same spot. Thanks for any info.

[Bob Durnell]

The train will leave from the Do-It Best world headquarters on Nelson Road on the NS Huntington District (former Wabash) run to Lafayette and then return to the same spot. The train will then be turned around, serviced and readied for the Sunday trip.

[Mark]

The turnaround move Bob mentioned is fun to watch.It is usually wye'd via Hugo and Junction.

THANKS

MARK

[Bob Durnell]

Yes, I didn't get to follow the turnaround move the last time, I'm hoping to follow it this year, after we get off the train.

[matt]

Do you know what time it's supposed to leave and return?

[Bob Durnell]

The train is scheduled to leave Fort Wayne at 8 AM, and return around 6PM.

[matt]

Thanks for the info!!

[matt]

Actually I have one more question and that would be if anyone knows the best locations to get pics for this trip? I won't be able to watch it leave but I'll be able to see it return.

[Bob Durnell]

A train moving west in the morning and east in the afternoon is kind of a worst case scenario for a photographer. If you want quality pics, you will likely have to scout a location where the trees or terrain somewhat block the afternoon sun, unless of course it is cloudy. I use Bing maps and Google street view to scout out potential photo locations.