Ironhorse Rail Camp 2025
June 12 - June 15
Reserve your spot for the Ironhorse Rail Camp 2025 today!
Participants will operate a steam locomotive, Virginia & Truckee #25, and two vintage motorcars – Virginia & Truckee #22 McKeen Motor Car and the #401 Edwards Motor Car.
In addition to the hands-on operation of equipment, participants will learn other crew duties such as conductor and brakeman. Individuals will prepare the equipment for the day’s activity and conduct the maintenance required for operations. You will get dirty. Individuals need to be able to climb, work in confined areas and be able to lift and carry at least 25 pounds over uneven ground. All participants MUST be at least 18 years old AND have a valid drivers license.
Each participant must complete a separate registration form if not from the same household.
Included in the camp tuition is a one-year membership to the Friends of the Nevada State Railroad Museum, gloves, engineer’s cap, all materials and handouts. Morning coffee & rolls and lunch will be provided daily. Also covered is a dinner on Saturday evening for the participant and one guest. For more information, contact ironhorserailcamp@gmail.com.
