Railroad Partners, Inc.

 Invite you to a Motorcar Run in the Texas Hill Country
Fall Run in Llano, Texas
Saturday, October 4, 2010

 This is a fundraising event for Railroad Partners, Inc.

 

 


This is a NARCOA insured event, and all NARCOA rules apply, including Rule Book v6.4 dated 05/01/10


This is a round trip of approximately 44 miles deparating from Llano, TX.  This scenic stretch of a former Southern Pacific Branch track parallels the Llano River and crosses the Colorado River on Lake LBJ. There will be abundant wildlife and fall color in the Texas Hill Country.  Participants will travel from Llano, TX, through Kingsland, TX to Scobey Spur and return.

 

The details:

Set-On Information:

Pre-Registration and Pre-Paymet preferred:
See details below

Paperwork process:
Begins at 8:00am and continues through 9:00am
Individual Set-on & motorcar inspections after paperwork is complete.

Paperwork will be handled by an RPI representative at the set on location.
Do not set-on until given permission by an RPI Represnetative.

Physical Set-On Location:
Sheffield Ave. just east of the depot. The Wye has now been mowed somewhat and the Grayson St. north end of the wye could also be used.

Additional Time Information:
Safety Briefing at 9:15am
Departure about 9:30am
Lunch at Storm's in Kingsland. See details below.
Return to Llano mid to late afternoon.

Vehicle & Trailer Parking:
There are plenty of parking locations adjacent to the wye.

 

 Map of Downtown Llano, TX

Additional Details:

Cost:
$40.00 per motorcar.
RPI uses 100% of this fee to furthur our mission.
Payment can be made by check payable to RPI,
money order or through PayPal.
Please consider joining RPI - $25.00 annual dues.


Reservations Preferred:
Reservations may be made by e-mail.
See below contact information.

Payment & Refund Policy:
Advance payment is preferred.  
Full refunds less a $5.00 processing fee will be issued for any reserved car unable to attend or if the event is canceled.

If a motorcar is set-on the rails, but is unable to complete the trip for any reason, no refund will be issued.

Contact Information:
NARCOA Event Coordinator:

Leland Stewart
11057 Palomino Canyon
Converse, TX 78109
210-945-9268 (home)
210-863-5397 (cell)
E-Mail: poppermaker@railroadpartners.com

Weather Advisory:
This time of year in central Texas is generally very pleasant.  Be prepared for inclement weather including sun/heat and cold/wet.
Rainshowers are a distinct possibility.  Bring your rain gear.
We plan to operate this motorcar run rain or shine.


Pre-Inspection:
Each motorcar operator is expected to pre-inspect their motorcar using the NARCOA Motorcar Inspection Form v2.1 dated 9/29/06.  Bring this completed form with you to be used in the on-site motorcar inspection process. Copies of this form will also be available at the paperwork site on the day of the run.

Breakdown Rule:
Casual: limited to about 15 minutes before disabled car is placed under tow.

Planned Stops:

Kingsland:
PLEASE NOTE: Storm's Restaurant in Kingsland has closed.  A plan is in the works for a lunch stop, but plan to pack a sack lunch just in case a lunch stop at a restaurant does not occur.



 
The $40.00 payment for the Llano Branch motorcar run can be made through PayPal by using the above "donate" button.
Or you may send PayPal payments directly to us by using the e-mail address rpionline@railroadpartners.com.
PayPal charges RPI about 4% of the value as a transfer fee.
 Please add $1.50 to the fee to the trip fee to help offset the cost if you use PayPal.

You may also send payment by check or money order.  Please make your check payable to Railroad Partners, Inc.
Simply mail your payment directly to the event coordinator:

Leland Stewart
11057 Palomino Canyon
Converse, TX 78109

Safety Items

Motorcar operations on this railroad are a privilege.  Lets help ensure future runs by being extra safe while on the property.

This will be a long day of motorcar operations.  Please be well rested at the start of the day.

Wear proper footwear for the environment.  Leather boots with steel toes preferred.  Please no open toe shoes.

Restricted speed:  Always be able to stop your car within one-half the sight distance.

Grade Crossings:  Automobiles have the right of way.  We plan to have flagmen in place at the major crossings.  Details at the safety meeting.

Additional Items to keep in mind:
Always be on the alert for moving equipment while working near any Railroad tracks or facilities.

Do not step or walk on the top of the rail, frog, switches, guardrails, or other track components.

In passing around ends of standing cars, engines, railroad machinery, and other on-track equipment, leave at least one railcar length (50 feet) between yourself and the end of the equipment.

Avoid walking or standing on track at any time.

When it is necessary to walk or work on track, always keep a sharp lookout in both directions for approaching trains.

Before stepping or crossing tracks, look in both directions first. The same is true when walking around machinery and equipment on and about the tracks.

Do not sit on, lie under, or cross between cars except as required in performance of your duty and only when track and equipment are under proper protection.

In multiple track territory, do not stand on one track while a train is passing on another.

Always expect movement at any time, on any track, in either direction.

Always keep in mind that a split second of inattention can result in a serious accident.



Lunch

Our traditional lunch break has been Storm's. However, this location seems to be a victum of the economic downturn.  The restaurant is now closed. A plan is in the works for a lunch stop, but plan to pack a sack lunch just in case a lunch stop at a restaurant does not occur.

Llano Hotel/Motel Information

The Llano Chamber of Commerce web site does a good job of detailing Hotel/Motels, Bed and Breakfasts, RV Campsites and other lodging facilities near Llano, TX. Below is a listing of hotels from their website.  Other properties are listed on the CoC website.

 Antlers Hotel Kingsland, TX (325) 388 - 4411

 Days Inn & Suites (325) 247 - 1141

 Best Western (325) 247 - 4101

 Llano Motel (325) 247 - 5786

 Canyon of the Eagles (512) 756 - 8787

 Lone Star Inn (325) 247 - 4111

 Dabbs Railroad Hotel (325) 247 - 2200

 Walden Plantation (325) 247 - 2046

Llano Area Restaurants

A listing of area eating establishments is on the Llano Chamber of Commerce website.

The Llano Branch's story

 Llano Branch Tjmetable - Milepost Details

Historic Details Along The Llano Branch

 Historic Timeline of the Llano Branch's Construction

 Llano Uplift Geology

Previous Motorcar Runs on the Llano Branch

 Hill Country Railroad Association - Motorcar Work Session 3/10/07

  Hill Country Railroad Association-NARCOA Run Sept07

 NARCOA Motorcar Rally Along the Llano River  3/17/07

  Austin Steam Train Association - Motorcar Run Sept07
 

Burnet RailFair 2007 - Motorcar Run

Railroad Partners, Inc.

Railroad Partners, Inc. is an organization dedicated to the maintenance and preservation of active railroad right of ways in Texas and adjoining states.
The mission of Railway Partners, Inc. is:

1) to use volunteer labor and privately owned maintenance equipment to preserve historic rail corridors in partnership with communities, railroads, local governments and other entities and individuals;
2) to acquaint the public with the geography, local history and cultural landmarks of such corridors;
3) to support efforts to educate the public regarding safety within rail corridors;
4) to build community support for the preservation of out-of-service or soon to be out-of-service rail corridors; and
5) to promote safe maintenance and other activities within historic rail corridors through training and mutual cooperation with rail-related groups.
Railroad Partners, Inc. is excited to be to work with NARCOA and our NARCOA Event Coordinator, Leland Stewart, on our second motorcar run. At the time of this writing, our application is pending with Internal Revenue Service application process to become a 501(c)3 non-profit corporation.

We need dues-paying members and volunteers to help furthur our mission stated above.  Please consider joining our group.
An on-line application and instructions can be found at:  www.railroadpartners.com .

This page last updated 10/15/2010