New Hope Valley Railway

11/16/07 • 10 min

(Produced by ) Come along for a ride on the rails with this audio postcard from the New Hope Valley Railway. This postcard is a companion piece to Tim Telkamp's photo-essay â4â 8 1/2" â A year in the life of the New Hope Valley Railway, 2003-2006.â Timâs audio and tell the story of a tourist railroad in Bonsal, NC. The project follows the volunteer staff as they maintain and operate locomotives and tracks. It is history being relived and preserved, and itâs all for the love of Railroading. This week's podcast is also a Big Shed Birthday shout-out to our dear , fine , and brilliant Ann Marie. Happy Birthday, Ann Marie!!! Check out the or go straight to the

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