J Martin posted:I just tweeted and emailed my Congressman. If we all do this they might get the message. They also disallowed all N&W 611 excursions.
Not just 611 excursions, but ALL EXCURSION, steam or otherwise. As a result of extreme political pressure, the CEO of Amtrak relented, and allowed the New River Gorge excursions to operate. All other excursions, even those with approved/signed contracts, were canceled.
Not having 611 excursions is sad but Toys for Tots makes a difference in peoples lives. I am a Eagle Scout and I know that legislative pressure got the Philmont Camp train service reinstated days after Amtrack cancelled it a few years back.