infestations that may have moved in during the off-season (mice love to bunk down in old passenger cars during the winter). Along the right-of-way: Railroads have a
way of accumulating clutter like no other in- dustry. From bent and rusty spikes and bolts, to discarded ties and worn stick rail, our litter is not only unsightly, but heavy, too. While these bits and pieces may look like a sign of progress to us, to your visitors it looks like so much junk. Take the time to clean up along your tracks. Stack rails neatly out of sight, or in your materials yard. Recycle old track hardware (no, you can’t bend back an old spike and re-use it, no matter how hard you try). Bundle up your old ties and dispose of them properly (check your local regulations). Not only will you improve the looks of your railroad, but you’ll also enhance safety for your volunteers. Everybody pitches in: No one likes to
clean, but it’s easier when you have some help. Form a work party picnic. Gather a group of volunteers and split up the chores to make
sure all areas open and visible to the public get some attention. Make sure to repair any damage you might encounter along the way, such as a loose doorknob or a burned out light bulb. Taking care of these small jobs now will keep them from piling up during your regular operating season. Make sure you keep a stock of basic cleaning supplies on hand throughout the year. Finally, listen to your visitors when they
give you feedback about any aspect of their experience. Most often, they are trying to help you. We can’t be everywhere, and visitors can help alert you to situations that need immedi- ate attention. Of course, most of your visitors may not even notice all of the effort you’ve put in to making everything neat and tidy, but they’ll certainly notice if you don’t.
Associate editor Otto M. Vondrak is a trustee of the Rochester & Genesee Valley Railroad Museum in Rochester, N.Y., and has been an active volunteer with many historic preserva- tion groups throughout the northeast.
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