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This May: The Stop Hunger Express and the Great Train Robbery!
The Black River Railroad Historical Trust and Black River & Western Railroad are teaming up to bring you two charity-oriented special events this May: The Stop Hunger Express and the Great Train Robbery.
The Stop Hunger Express - to benefit the Flemington Area Food Pantry
This event operates one day only on May 2. All passengers ride for FREE when making a donation of two or more food items per person to the Flemington Area Food Pantry at Flemington Station. All passengers must donate (tickets are not available for sale) and all passengers must board at Flemington Station. Round-trip trains depart Flemington Station at 11:30 am, 1:00 pm, and 2:30 pm. Visit our website for full details and a list of food items the pantry needs most!
The Great Train Robbery - to benefit Autism Speaks
The dreaded Covered Bridge Gang returns on May 16-17 to raise funds and awareness for Autism Speaks! Passengers will watch as the gang chases down the train on horseback and rob passengers of "Black River Bucks". At Ringoes, kids get to help the Sheriff bring the bandits to justice! Wear your bandana and cowboy hat and bring your cap gun (no water pistols, please) to help protect the train.
All passengers must board the robbery trains at Flemington Station. Round-trips depart at 11:30 am, 1:00 pm, 2:30 pm, and 4:00 pm. Tickets are $14/adult (ages 12+) and $7 per child (ages 3-12). Kids under age 3 ride free. Black River Bucks are available for sale outside the station by volunteers of Autism Speaks. 100% of funds raised through the sale of Black River Bucks benefit Autism Speaks! Visit our website for full details.
Scenic Excursions
Our regular Saturday-Sunday passenger excursions begin May 3 and continue through October. Visit http://www.brrht.org/ for our complete operating schedule.
About Us
Based in Ringoes, NJ, the BRRHT's mission is to preserve the heritage and history of railroading while educating the public about railroad safety. To fulfill this mission, the BRRHT operates seasonal passenger excursion trains on the Black River & Western Railroad. Other activities include hosting special events in partnership with the railroad, working towards the creation of a small museum at the Ringoes rail-yard, and ongoing acquisition, restoration and preservation of historic railroad equipment. The BRRHT is constantly seeking out individuals with an interest in railroading or railroad history to become a part of our organization. For more information on how to support the BRRHT email mailto:info@brrht.org or visit http://brrht.org/GetInvolved.aspx.
Black River Railroad Historical Trust - PO Box 232 Ringoes, NJ 08551 - 908.782.6622 - http://www.brrht.org/
The Black River Railroad Historical Trust is a 501(c)3 Not-For-Profit Corporation.