Mental Health and Railroading: Staying Healthy on the Rails
Mental health ties into working on the railroad in some important ways. I share some of what has helped keep my mind sound when working on the rails.
Success in Historic Rail: How to Measure it?
Success is a subjective thing, but it is important in the field of historic railroading. How can we determine what makes a heritage railroad or museum great?
The Amazing Process of Firing a Steam Locomotive
In this article, we demystify what it’s like to fire a steam locomotive during a typical operating day. This process is done at many railroads, especially heritage railroads that operate steam.
A Charming Evening on the Holiday Dinner Train
I rode a unique dinner train experience back in December 2020. Here is my review of the trip and the meal itself.
The Enduring Appeal of the Fascinating Steam Locomotive
Steam locomotives are marvelous machines! Let’s talk about them!
The Number One Reason to Be Good Towards People with Special Needs
Ever wonder why we must be good to people with special needs? This story from work illustrates the importance of being kind.
The Railroading Captain
For those who love the rails
This is how it all started…
In November of 1990, my life began. Not long after, I would be watching Thomas and Friends on VHS, which began a lifelong love of trains. Then one Christmas, my uncle would give me my first electric train set. It was a Lionel Large Scale Thomas, with Annie & Clarabel, and a circle of track. Hence began my love of model railroading. Loving model trains would turn into loving real trains as I entered adulthood, and today I proudly work on heritage trains.
This venture began in 2024 as a way to launch a new business venture, further my writing skills, and share my love of railroading with the wider community. Thank you so much for coming aboard, and don’t forget to subscribe!
Bill McNally is a lifelong lover of trains that run on steam. He is also a licensed Captain and enjoys piloting boats.