All Aboard! Ride the Rails to Hike the Trail
A unique adventure awaits anyone fascinated by trains and a fan of time spent outdoors. History buffs interested in exploring a new slice of local history will also want to get on board! A years-long partnership between the WW&F Railway and Midcoast Conservancy created the Ride the Rails to Hike the Trails program, which we’re excited to continue.
After boarding a historic steam engine at Sheepscot Station for a 30 minute trip through the woods of Alna to Trout Brook station, a naturalist from Midcoast Conservancy will take participants on a guided tour of the scenic Trout Brook Preserve. The 1.5 hour hike will lead the group to the banks of Trout Brook for which the 126-acre preserve is named. The hike has some moderate hills and can be muddy if wet, so please dress accordingly for outdoor activities and hiking.
The total distance covered is about 2 miles. Following the hike, the historic steam train will return hikers to Sheepscot Station in style.
This year’s dates are May 23, June 6, June 27, August 1, and August 15, all from 11:00am to 2:00pm.
Tickets can be purchased on WW&F Railway’s website or by emailing the railway for more information and help registering (info@wwfry.org). A portion of the ticket price includes a donation to help further the mission of Midcoast Conservancy.
