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FAQ's
What is the Prairie
Dog Central Railway?
The Prairie Dog Central Railway is a short line passenger railway museum
owned and operated by the
The
Vintage Locomotive Society, Inc., a non-profit all-volunteer
organization dedicated to the preservation and operation of a vintage
railway. More information about the Society and Membership can be found
by clicking HERE.
Do I need
reservations?
Reservations are highly recommended, as many events sell out early.
Ticket purchases can be made
on line
or
by
calling Ticketmaster™ at
(204) 253-2787. If you have a GROUP
of 20 or more persons
send an
e-mail to us
or leave a voice message at 204 832-5259
How do I purchase
tickets?
Tickets are purchased from Ticketmaster
on line
or
by
calling Ticketmaster™ at
(204) 253-2787.
If you have a GROUP
of 20 or more persons send an
e-mail to us
or
leave a voice message
at 204 832-5259
Where does the train
leave from?
Inkster Junction Station is located on
Prairie Dog Trail on the north side of Inkster Boulevard between Route
90 and Sturgeon Road. Click HERE for a
map.
When should I arrive
at the station?
We recommend arriving at the station no later than 30 minutes prior to
departure to allow sufficient time for parking, ticketing, washroom
stops and boarding the train.
How long is the trip
and where does it go?
The Regular trips depart at 11:00 am and after a short trip and stop at
Grosse Isle we arrive at
Warren, the second station stop, around
12:00 Noon. The arrival time back at Inkster
Junction Station is about 2:30 pm. For a “sample” Regular trip,
click HERE.
Does the train run
if it's raining?
Absolutely -- we operate rain or shine! In the event that the day you
choose is rainy outside and you haven’t already placed your reservation
request and received your tickets, a Rainy Day Coupon can be obtained by
clicking HERE.
What do I need to
wear?
Remember to
dress appropriately for the season. Don't forget sunglasses,
cameras and sunscreen.
During the Howlin'
Halloween and Santa Trains, we ask that you DRESS
WARMLY.
Can we get off the
train during the trip?
Absolutely. As mentioned, there are two Station stops along the route:
Grosse Isle and
Warren.
Click HERE to read about a “sample”
trip.
Can we bring a
child's stroller on the train?
Certainly. The stroller will be safety transported in your
Coach or placed in our
Baggage Car and made available for you at
the major station stopover of the day.
Are there washrooms
on the train?
There are no washrooms on board the train. Modern washroom facilities
are located at Inkster Junction Station, and portable toilet facilities
are at Grosse Isle and Warren.
Is the train
handicapped accessible?
Unfortunately, no. The coaches were
constructed in the early 1900’s and the doorways and aisle ways are too
narrow to accommodate wheel chairs. However, if a person does not
require a wheelchair for total mobility, and can climb three to four
stairs while being aided by our On Board Staff, they are more than
welcome. Their wheelchair will be safety transported in our
Baggage Car and made available for their
use at the major station stopover of the day.
Do you have safety
rules for passengers?
Safety is the top priority of every railway in Canada, and especially so
with railways carrying passengers. During your trip, we ask for your
own personal safety that you please do not walk between the coaches. If
you must go from one coach to another please ask one of our On Board
Staff to assist you. In general and for your own safety and the safety
of members of your family or group we ask that while on the railway
property, to refrain from climbing on or going under any railway
equipment, walk on the tracks or enter into any restricted buildings or
areas.
Are there special
rules for children?
At all times, children must be accompanied by an adult, especially when
entering or exiting cars, and when viewing the locomotive. When
children ride free, they are expected to remain in the lap of an adult
while seated.
Can I bring my dog
on the train?
No, unless the animal is used for Seeing Eye or Hearing purposes.
Can we eat on the
train?
Certainly, but please use the trash receptacles. Refreshments are also
allowed on board the train, as long as they are non-alcoholic. Ice
chests, hard-case coolers and picnic baskets can be brought on board the
train.
Can I bring
alcoholic beverages on board the train?
No, Provincial and Federal regulations prohibit the carrying and
consumption of alcohol.
Is smoking allowed?
Our Station and
passenger cars are strict non-smoking areas. Smoking is allowed
only in outdoor areas and we would request that the cigarette butt
receptacles be used at the Station area.
Still looking for more information that we haven't provided an answer
to? Send us an
e-mail,
call (204) 832-5259 or send a fax to 1-866-751-2348 (toll free within
North America).
© Copyright 2005 - 2008
The Vintage Locomotive Society Inc.
P.O. Box 33021 RPO Polo Park
Winnipeg MB R3G 3N4 |
phone: (204) 832-5259
fax: 1-866-751-2348 toll free North America
Information:
info@pdcrailway.com |
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