The Great Ghost Train
On a dark and stormy Halloween night in 1915, a train carrying 44 passengers and crew left Kamloops Junction destined for the town of Blue River. The train disappeared into a thick fog while passing through Wolfenden and never reappeared. Many have searched, but none have been able to find any trace of the train, the crew, or the passengers… Since the restoration of the 2141 steam locomotive, strange events have taken place around the time of Halloween. Have the spirits been resurrected?
Every now and then I like throwing in a post about what other people are doing to attract tourists to their neck of the woods. In Kamloops, British Columbia a group of dedicated people have kept heritage train running and now it is haunted.
Normally, what they invite you to do is to hop aboard the Kamloops Heritage Railway train and ride a 19th Century, steam-powered locomotive. In 1883 the completed Trans-Continental Railroad turned Kamloops into a bustling community. Thanks to the Kamloops Heritage Railway Society, visitors can learn about the history and heritage of Kamloops and area while roding on an authentic train. All Spirit of Kamloops railway riders should be warned, because Billy Miner and his gang are back to re-enact their famous 1906 train robbery.
However, in October they launch The Ghost Train, a 75 minute evening excursion in open-air cars that will guarantee to scare the pants off you. You will see ghostly figures on horeseback ride along side as train makes its way down the dark tracks. Strange cries and weird figures on the train will also keep you on edge.
For those of you who might be in the area:
Train Runs: October 23, 30, 2009
Celebrate Halloween with a one-hour long ghost train ride on the The Kamloops Heritage Railway’s restored 2141 steam locomotive. This event is not recommended for children under 6 years of age.
TICKETS:
Group of 20 or more adults – $16
See other prices below
Age Range: All Ages
Event Location: Kamloops Heritage Railway
City: Kamloops
Location Phone: 1-.250.374.2141
Location E-mail: info@kamrail.com
Price:
Adults: $20.00
Seniors: $17.00
Students: $15.00
Children: $12.00
Get Tickets At: Kamloops Heritage Railway
Get Tickets By Phone: 1.250.374.2141
Get Tickets By E-mail: info@kamrail.com
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