News Blog
We have updated and printed the tabloid newspaper we hand out on the train and in the depot. It highlights the history of the Joseph Branch (now known as Wallowa Union Railroad), describes the equipment we use for the passenger train, provides a mile-by-mile guide to landmarks along the railroad and includes advertising for some of our important business partners. Take a look, learn more about the railroad and be sure to stop by and thank our partners for their support. When you do, you’ll find lots of fun activities, great food, and items to take home as a reminder…
Read MoreWow! Summer is flying by and we are having a great season. We only have three rides left until our late summer break. There are seats available for the rides on July 22, July 26, and August 2. Then we take a break through the rest of August and get going again September 2. So, if a ride on the Eagle Cap Excursion Train is on your bucket list for this summer, click on “Ride the Train” on the main menu, then “Trip Descriptions” on the drop-down, to see what is coming up. Then go to “Book Online” and follow…
Read MoreAre you still searching for a memorable way to spend Father’s Day? How about a ride on the Eagle Cap Excursion Train? There are a few seats available for Saturday, June 17, and several available for Sunday, June 18. The ride includes a robbery by the High Country Outlaws, who stop the train from horseback and “rob” the passengers, providing lots of fun and great photo opportunities. Our season is humming along and there are many good trips available through October. Go to the trip descriptions to see what is on the schedule, then click Book Online and follow the…
Read MoreWe got the 2023 season rolling with the traditional Mother’s Day Brunch, May 14, with a delicious meal catered by Ten Depot Street of La Grande. Then we followed up with a wonderful scenic ride on May 27. “May and June are such a beautiful time of year,” said Ed Spaulding, President of the Friends of the Joseph Branch, “we are pleased to provide chances for people to enjoy the spring scenery along the rivers.” The 2023 schedule offers 23 train rides, spread out through October 22. The scenery always receives top rating, but entertainment and themes add to the…
Read MoreWe had a wonderful 2022 season, taking over 2,000 passengers for a scenic ride over the season. We averaged 105 passengers per ride! Thank you! to all who rode – especially those who had to change plans because of wildfires or other challenges we encountered beyond our control. As we look forward to next season and plan our schedule for 2023, we also thank the track maintenance crew for all of their hard work and dedication, and give a special shout-out to Jim Seifer, Jr., of the Wallowa Union Railroad, as well as our amazing volunteers, Ed Spaulding (FJB Board…
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