A little railroad in the woods
Ever seen a subway car cruising down the highway? Our weekend at Caboose Falls started with exactly that—an unexpected railfanning moment that set the tone for a weekend of family chaos, freight trains, and a daring cleanup mission: dislodging a decades-old heap of rusted metal from atop the falls.
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It was a day mixed with work, exploration, and trains. With the weather finally cooperating, we were able to tackle some much-needed spring cleanup around the property, starting with the trails. After the recent storms, branches and debris were scattered across the driveway and paths, but we made quick work of it. We also tidied up the platform area, blew away leaves, and sprayed for weeds growing around the cabooses.
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Rainy days hold a certain charm, and our most recent visit to Caboose Falls proved just that. Though the gray skies and steady drizzle cast a dreary appearance over the landscape, the day was far from spoiled. Instead, it became an adventure, filled with trains, wildlife discoveries, and the simple joys of playing in the rain.
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Although we arrived later than planned, our day turned out to be both productive and filled with excitement. Here’s a glimpse into all the fun we had!
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We hiked down the main ravine to explore the base of our waterfall. Despite being careful, I fell a couple of times on the damp leaves. Along with a few old tires and some rusty buckets, we found several interesting artifacts including an old yellow railroad sign, part of a telegraph pole, and a couple of discarded shoes. Caboose Falls is an amazing place. – CPC