Uniquely Nevada

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Join Nevada Northern Railway for a wild evening with a steam train, cowboys and cowboy grub. The NNRy Wild West train is complete with a cowboy dinner and a show from the Ghost Riders. The ghost riders, who stage the production for the train ride, choose some of the observers to take part in the production. The 2012 schedule is June 2 , July 28, August 25, September 15 at 6:30 pm. Check out this great article about the all-new Wild West Train in Ely, NV.

Just recently the Nevada Northern Railway was on the cover of the Nevada Magazine for getting their name mentioned in the ‘Silver State’s Top 6 Treasures’ due to being voted as the favorite treasure in Pony Express Territory in NCOT Discover Your Nevada poll. Also once again, Nevada Northern Railway was named, “The Best Place to Take Kids” by readers of Nevada magazine.

The Nevada Northern Railway Museum, established in 1905, is a National Historic Landmark; the jewel in picturesque Ely, Nevada, halfway between Las Vegas and Salt Lake City (about 240 miles, with flights from Las Vegas' (McCarran Airport to Ely on Great Lakes Airlines). This "living," interactive Museum features operating steam and diesel locomotive trains, with approximately 60 acres of original, authentic grounds, track and buildings to explore. Guided and self-guided tours are complimentary with train rides. Trains run year-round, except March, to the delight of both children and adults. You can even ride in the cab with the Engineer -- or stay a night in a caboose. Of all preserved railroads in the country, The Nevada Northern Railway Museum is considered to be "the best...bar none" by the Smithsonian. It offers a variety of rare and unique programs, including Railroad Reality Weeks for teens and adults, Winter Photo Shoots, and the ever-popular "Be the Engineer & Take the Throttle" program, where one can actually operate/drive a locomotive -- no experience necessary; and now with the train (freight cars) attached. Besides Poland, the Nevada Northern Railway is the only place in the world to do this. It's a dream come true for many and the experience can even be shared by two. Gift certificates, group rates and private charters are available.

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Item Special Note

Reservation Required. All rides are subject to availabaility and management's discretion. Certificates expire Dec. 30, 2013. Family package is 2 adults and 2 children. Adults (13+), Children (4-12), Under 4 always free.

This item offered by Nevada Public Radio.