The field trip with 55 7th Graders was a success. The kids really enjoyed the experience of riding the train; for some it was their first train ride. I have to say "great job" to the Crew on Train #662 (to Philadelphia). There was a snafu in that they were never notified that my group of 69 people was coming on at E-Town. However, once we were onboard, the Conductors politely ushered us into the Quiet Car (the last car of the train). Although the passengers already in the car (just a couple) weren't too pleased with us being there (they gave us nasty looks), they did move to another car. The Conductors then "blocked off" our car.
The trip home was much better planned. They had an Amtrak manager meet us near the stairwell #7, and we were allowed to preboard, and we had our own car. This was great, because the #667 ended up being standing-room only when we left Philly. I felt bad for the passengers who had to stand in the other cars, but I guess that's what happens when a train is unreserved.
The trip home was much better planned. They had an Amtrak manager meet us near the stairwell #7, and we were allowed to preboard, and we had our own car. This was great, because the #667 ended up being standing-room only when we left Philly. I felt bad for the passengers who had to stand in the other cars, but I guess that's what happens when a train is unreserved.