\nAround two weeks ago I was at the intersection of Bowen and Island Hwy N when I heard a train horn for the first time in many years. Train tracks cross Bowen there, and there are even red lights and gate arms there in case a train would be crossing and traffic would need to stop for it. Yet, I’ve never seen that equipment operate – until then.<\/p>\n
\nIn other parts of North America, trains are common. I grew up near an active rail line. However, I was unaware we still have trains running on Vancouver Island. Seeing the train approach, then pass, was exciting. It was, as I recall, five cars long, with no recognizable caboose. There was a worker riding outside the last car.<\/p>\n
\nI asked people around Nanaimo and they confirm that, indeed, a train does run through there. Apparently rail service connects Victoria, Courtenay, and Port Alberni.<\/p>\n
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sryraillink.com<\/a><\/p>\nJack of Oracle Tutoring by Jack and Diane,<\/a> Campbell River, BC.\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Self-tutoring about transportation on Vancouver Island: the tutor mentions rail. Around two weeks ago I was at the intersection of Bowen and Island Hwy N when I heard a train horn for the first time in many years. Train tracks …<\/p>\n