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Behind the Scenes with Father and Son Rail Photographers
Paul and Zachary Larsen share more than DNA; they share a love of trains, too. See their favorite rail photos, hear the stories behind them, and learn how they got into photographing trains in the first place.
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Quiz: Which of These Beverages Ship by Rail?
Take this quiz to find out which refreshments travel by train.
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Rail: Your MVP for March Basketball
Learn how trains deliver everything you need for watching college basketball games this season.
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Quiz: Which of These Surprising Things Ship by Rail?
Take this quiz to find out which unexpected items travel by train
Fun 12292020
Track Record's Top Stories of 2020
Take a look back at the top 10 most popular articles of the year
Fun 12222020
QUIZ: Which Holiday Essentials Are Delivered by Rail?
Find out if the goods that make your holiday festivities extra special travel by train
Fun 12152020
Behind the Scenes with a Rail Photographer: Erik Lindgren
Better known as “coloradorailphotographer” on social media, Erik Lindgren is an artist and rail fan who approaches rail photography like a fine art. The Iowa native and Colorado resident took a moment to share his story and his favorite photographs.
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Which Thanksgiving Traditions Are Delivered by Rail?
Take this quiz to find out whether your Thanksgiving feast (and more!) traveled by trains
Fun 10272020
Quiz: Are You Ready for Haul-o-ween?
Find out if your Halloween celebration style is wickedly spook-tacular or if it will leave you in the dark.
Fun 10132020
Behind the Scenes with a Rail Photographer: Justin Blumenfeld
Better known as “Justin Trackside” on Instagram and YouTube, Justin Blumenfeld is a young photographer who is passionate about trains. Here he takes a minute away from the lens to share his story and his top five favorite photographs.
Fun 9152020
Built by a Community: Tehachapi Live Train Cams
Three stationary cameras, two mobile cameras and an Airbnb bring trains in California’s Tehachapi pass to rail fans worldwide
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Sitting Trackside with Railstream
Run with love from a basement home office, Railstream broadcasts live rail footage into the homes of fans worldwide
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Virtual Railfan: The Birth of a Live Train Cam Site…and a Community
When Virtual Railfan started, its founders just wanted to watch trains from the comfort of their own homes. Today, the service has nearly 10 million YouTube views per month…and is making a major impact on its viewers and communities.
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From Steam to Green: The Evolution of the Locomotive
A look at freight rail locomotives over time
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Cook at Home with These Five Easy Recipe Ideas — Brought to You by Rail
These delicious meal ideas include ingredients shipped by train
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Stay-at-Home Entertainment for Rail Fans
7 ways to stay close to trains while social distancing
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Staying at Home with Your Kids? Rail Resources to the Rescue
Seven sources of fun and education to keep kids busy during COVID-19
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St. Patrick’s Day Necessities Shipped by Rail
Rail’s Role in Delivering All Things Green
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Surprising Railroad Inventions: U.S. Time Zones
The Railroad’s Important Role in Establishing Standardized Time across the Nation