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Train Season About to End
What a great season! It’s hard to believe we only have two more train rides before our 2025 season comes to an end! All of the credit goes to our amazing passengers, volunteers, track crew and board members. We are sold out for the next two rides, with the exception of an engine ride on…
Read MoreRide the train this fall
The excursion train’s spring/summer season ended with the ride July 19. We take the hottest weeks of summer off and are preparing for a very busy fall season. The fun starts with a train robbery by the High Country Outlaws, Saturday, August 30. The ride is selling fast, so don’t delay in booking your seats…
Read MoreMother’s Day Brunch Train Ride
Spring is upon us! The hills are green and wildflowers are starting to show their faces everywhere. That means it’s time to reserve your seats for the Eagle Cap Excursion Train’s traditional Mother’s Day Brunch, Sunday, May 11. Urban Vine Catering of Island City, is creating a delicious brunch for passengers, served during the four-hour…
Read More2025 Season Schedule Available
Start planning your ride on the Eagle Cap Excursion Train! We are pleased to make the 2025 season schedule available for bookings online. Check out the schedule and trip descriptions in the dropdown menu under “Ride the Train”, then follow the leads to Book Online. Our volunteer crew and car hosts are looking forward to…
Read MoreThank you for another successful season!
Wow! The 2024 season just flew by, and we are happy to report it was another amazing season! The board directors of the Friends of the Joseph Branch want to send a heartfelt “Thank you!” to all who made it possible: We were able to make a healthy contribution to the Wallowa Union Railroad Authority…
Read MorePlan now for summer and fall train rides
The 2024 season is off to a great start, with every ride at capacity. Now is the time to plan your train ride and book your seats online for July through October. Ride in comfort in one of our three air conditioned passenger cars. Choose from two cars with tables and chairs, or the coach…
Read MoreWe’re excited to get rolling in 2024!
Our beautiful and mild spring is getting us itching to start the excursion season. The hillsides are greening up, birds have arrived early and it is looking like this will be an amazing season. Don’t delay in booking the ride of your choice – some rides sell out early! Dick Burch, our First Responder volunteer…
Read MorePet Sitting Services for Passenger’s Pets
Many of us enjoy having our dog along when traveling, but their presence can sometimes add a challenge to participating in activities that don’t permit pets. If you are traveling with a dog or cat and need a place to leave it in good hands while riding the train, here are two dog sitters who…
Read MoreExcursion Train Gets New Paint!
During the recess between summer and fall seasons, the Eagle Cap Excursion Train will receive a long-awaited paint job. The stripes on the passenger cars, currently a dingy black, will be painted bright blue with yellow accents to match the engines and the silver will be freshened. Crisp Colors of La Grande is doing the masking…
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