4 August 2006
Full Steam Ahead for Rides to Lethbridge
All aboard.
The CPR Empress Steam Train is rolling into Medicine Hat on 25 Aug 2006 with a few lucky Hatters on board for the special
sold-out trip from Calgary. Thanks to the overwhelming support from the Medicine Hat community, CPR is adding a special
one-way run from Medicine Hat to Lethbridge on 27 Aug 2006. Because of the incredible support for this event,
CPR Medicine Hat employees arranged the special train ride, said Ed Greenberg, CPR spokesman. Employees recognized the tickets went so
fast and they felt strongly about getting more opportunities for local residents to take advantage of the historical train. The cost of
this trip is $35 for adults and $20 for children 12 and under. Residents embarking on the ride are responsible for their own return
transportation, added Greenberg.
Those not so fortunate to hop on the longer excursions can take advantage of short runs being offered - at least eight
round-trip tours from Medicine Hat to Dunmore on 26 Aug 2006. The price for these trips are $10 for adults and
$5 for children under 12 years of age. Tickets go on sale 9-10-11 Aug 2006 on the second floor of the CPR station building
on North Railway Street. The historic train can accommodate approximately 100 passengers for each trip.
In addition, the CPR will be holding a barbecue and other activities, including children's rides on CPR's miniature train - the Puffer
Belly. All proceeds from the train rides will be donated to the Children's Wish Foundation.
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