» ‘Trails & Rails’ Program Expands West…

For the first time ever, Amtrak’s is partnering with the National Park Service to offer its popular ‘Trails and Rails’ educational programs on trains running west of Albany.

On most weekend days over the coming months, Park Service volunteers will be riding the Maple Leaf, train #63, between Albany and Syracuse, providing commentary and information on the rich cultural history of the Mohawk Valley and Central New York. With Amtrak’s route closely following the original route of the Erie Canal, the guides will also be focusing on noting the importance of this pioneering transportation system in the development of the country. 

The ‘Trails & Rails’ program also is offered on the Adirondack on weekends, with guides focusing on the Hudson Valley and Champlain regions of the route.

The ‘Trails & Rail’ program is now also on available on weekdays for pre-arranged groups on both routes. Inquiries about this service should be directed to Amtrak’s New York State Marketing Director Bill Hollister at 518-462-5760

July 2007