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All Aboard Wisconsin: Train Rides Around the State
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34 minutes
Released:
Mar 26, 2024
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Podcast episode
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The Cabin is presented by the Wisconsin Counties Association and this week we’re featuring Barron County; https://www.wicounties.org/counties/barron-county/The Cabin is also presented by Group Health Trust: www.wcaght.orgCampfire Conversation: Hop aboard as we explore the fascinating world of train travel in Wisconsin! Did you know that Wisconsin boasts over 3,980 railroad public crossings and 3,300 miles of active train tracks? Join us as we uncover the state's rich railroad heritage, from the historic East Troy Electric Railroad, preserving the last seven miles of interurban rail, to the Tiffany Bottoms Train in Durand, offering an open-car ride through the picturesque Tiffany Wildlife Area, perfect for birdwatching enthusiasts. Experience the charm of yesteryears with a journey on the Mid-Continent Railway Museum's vintage railcars through the scenic Baraboo Hills, or delve into the Northwoods' history aboard the Lumberjack Steam Train in Laona. Discover more hidden gems like the National Railroad Museum in Green Bay, the Osceola & St. Croix Valley Railway, and the Wisconsin Great Northern Railroad in Spooner, offering unique experiences for every rail enthusiast. Join us as we traverse through Wisconsin's captivating landscapes and storied past on unforgettable train rides!Hop Aboard a Train Here: East Troy Electric Railroad, East Troy: https://www.easttroyrr.org/Tiffany Bottoms Train, Durand: https://act.sierraclub.org/events/details?formcampaignid=7013q000001rV0BAAUMid-Continent Railway Museum, North Freedom: https://www.midcontinent.org/Lumberjack Steam Train, Laona: https://www.lumberjacksteamtrain.com/National Railroad Museum, Green Bay: https://nationalrrmuseum.org/Osceola & St. Croix Valley Railway, Osceola: https://transportationmuseum.org/Empire Builder, St. Croix River Valley: https://transportationmuseum.org/Riverside & Great Northern Railroad, Wisconsin Dells: https://www.dellstrain.com/Wisconsin Great Northern Railroad, Spooner: https://spoonertrainride.com/Inside Sponsors:Jolly Good Soda: https://bit.ly/3TSFYY4 WCA: https://www.wicounties.org/
Released:
Mar 26, 2024
Format:
Podcast episode
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