Scenic Train Rides Begin May 28
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Online Ticketing and Reservation System
Our quick & convenient online ticketing system is ready for 2011. Of course tickets may still be purchased at the station when you arrive as well. Buying online has certain advantages as it gives you an assured seat on the train that you choose, which is piece of mind especially with seasonal peak trains such as Fall Foliage, Santa Claus Trains and other special events. There is nothing more disappointing after a long drive than to to hear that we are sold out.
Hobo Railroad in Lincoln, NH
Mr. Phil, our Hobo Balloonoligist and Magical Entertainer will be back again this year at our Lincoln location on every Mon, Thurs & Fri.from 06/27 to 09/02. Next is Story Book Sunday which is an event that children should not miss with your favorite characters present during a book reading and a character greeting. Their schedule is every Sunday from 06/26 to 09/04. Each Saturday Dave Smith and his accordion will be along to make a musical journey aboard the train. For a complete list of events on the our railroad, go to our Events Page. Lincoln Entertainment Schedule is Here .
Winnipesaukee Railroad in Meredith and Weirs Beach
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cenic rail excursions along the shoreline are a must see for visitors to the Lakes Region for young and old. In addition to the natural splendor of New Hampshire’s largest lake, the numerous jet skis and boats traversing the waterways are sure to be of interest! New this year is our popular friend
Mr. Phil who has been entertaining us in Lincoln for more than several years to the delight of everyone. This year on Tues and Wed from 06/28 to 08/31 he will be onboard our lakeside train out of Meredith and Weirs Beach. Fun and magic along with being a certified Balloonoligist makes it an entertaining ride.
Laconia Motorcycle Week – 88 Years and still counting
Each year, our railroad shuttles many
people to and from Weirs Beach, which is the “Epicenter” for this popular gathering. This year marks the 88th year of America’s longest running motorcycle rally. Trains run from Meredith into Weirs Beach as well as from Lakeport into Weirs Beach. Meredith is the site of the Laconia Harley Davidson dealer and its proliferation of manufacturers displays Further details with train schedule
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Food Service on our trains in Lincoln, Meredith and Weirs Beach
All of our regular scheduled trains offer a wide assortment of food and beverage including the highly popular Hobo Picnic Lunch(R). With a full lunch you will be seated at a table similar to the one pictured where your whole family/group can sit together and enjoy the ride while enjoying our Hobo Picnic Lunch which we have been serving for over 20 years. All sandwiches are prepared by the Cafe Lafayette Dinner Train in Lincoln to our order. Other light snacks and beverages are also available should you wish to just have a snack or ice cream treat. Everything ordered will be delivered to your seat/table by one of our pleasant food service people after the ride starts
Flying Yankee Open House
A Special announcement by the Flying Yankee Restoration Group is extended open house days plus an unveiling scheduled for this year. 06/11 is the date that the tent that is covering the FY is scheduled to be removed allowing a full view of the streamliner. Over the Winter they were busy weatherproofing the FY so that it can withstand the elements. The 5 year old temporary covering is at the end of its expected life and should be removed anyway. 07/02-07/04 is a full 3 day open house, 08/06 for one day and 09/03-09/05 plus 10/07-10-09 are also included in the open house schedule. This will give the pubic more access to the 1934 streamliner. More information at
www.flyingyankee.com Mass Bay Railroad Enthusiasts
Our friends at the MBRRE are sponsoring an exciting excursion on the Cape Cod Central and the Mass Coastal Railroad on May 14th. Some choice seats are still available for the Day Cape Codder II for this one day only event. Other news from MBRRE is a grant to the Berkshire Scenic Railroad for finishing restoration of former MEC Alco S1 954. Our own Hobo/Winnipesaukee Railroad has two of its sister engines from the MEC also being Alco S1 958 and 959 . In Lincoln Yard can be found the cab only of former MEC #957. Keeping history alive in 2011!
Continuing the Clark Family Entertainment Tradition in New Hampshire
Newsletter Editor and Webmaster, George Kenson
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