From the steam engines of Casey Jones to the computerized bullet trains of Japan, our fascination with trains has spanned generations and continents. When man could only dream of flying, the railroads were moving cargo and people from coast to coast. Cars were not around when the massive steam engines, box cars, gondolas, flat cars, Pullmans, and cabooses were the fastest transportation available. Today, the railroad is still a major player in the transportation industry. Impatience leads to frustration.
Frustration leads to stupidity.
The training has both classroom instruction and hands-on instruction at a rail yard. You also get to ride in the engine of a train. If you ask, you can blow the whistle. The class is excellent, and anyone who can should take it. For details, click here.