Moose Valley Operating Session February 23, 2008
Operating Session February 23rd 2008
A cold and rainy day welcomed
this, the first OS of 2008, and the second of the season. Statistically,
not a high performing OS in terms of trains or tonnage, but a well run and
efficient OS it was, with all on-line customers receiving service from a full
slate of locals. This fact alone contributed to the low numbers, but an
excellent crew saw to it that the trains we did run, were executed with
efficiency and the style the Moose Valley has become known for. With our
usual yardmaster off-duty, trains were configured for maximum road time and all
staged trains were operated. Of significant note, this OS introduced the
use of complete signal system feedback with a computer display allowing the
dispatcher to locate occupied blocks at a glance. This enhancement will
hopefully result in higher numbers at the next OS, when we have less dedicated
locals working the lines. Check the run
sheet for performance stats.
The Moose Valley suffered its
first employee injury, when engineman Grant Becker dismounted his unit, and
slipped on the ice breaking his elbow. Grant checked into a local hospital
on his way home and received a full arm cast! On behalf of the entire
Moose Valley management team, and board of directors, we wish Grant a speedy
recovery and hope to see him again soon.
Great crews, make a railroad great, and the
Moose Valley has the best!
