While we harbor in place, wait and wonder what is coming next....we are still working on the plans to get the A313 home from Alaska. We will let you in on our next move as soon as we know what it is- or better yet, when it will happen. We're ready...and the A313 is waiting …
Planning, Planning, Planning…July!!!!
The RAILS Team met again this morning to continue planning for the summer retrieval of the A313. Obviously, things are a bit uncertain at this point, but we are looking hopefully to mid July to make the trip to Alaska to get all of the parts and pieces ready to come back home. Additionally, we …
A Trip to the Industrial Past
In preparation for rebuilding the A-313, some members of the RAILS Team will make a trip to Rice Landing, PA to visit the WA Young Machine Shop. Built in 1900, the shop produced parts for steamboats, coal mines, railroads, and for local businesses. The Machine Shop, as it’s known, received recognition as a National Historic …
Making Plans for Transport
The Corry RAILS Team has been meeting and making plans for the next trip to Alaska-this time to get things packed up and ready to ship. Our trip is planned for early June and arrangements for shipping are underway. The A-313, in various containers should arrive in Corry this summer! We can't wait to get …
Fall Trip to Alaska
A lot was accomplished during our 11 day trip to Alaska in September. Connections were made with several families and individuals who support our endeavor to transport the A-313 Climax Locomotive back to Corry. With their assistance, transportation arrangements were begun and parts and pieces that need to be packed were found. We met with …
Heritage Rail Alliance
Corry RAILS is a member of the Heritage Rail Alliance. You can learn more about this organization that works with rail preservation at their website
Our A313 Climax Locomotive
For the story of our A-313 Climax Locomotive, check out the information here
