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The
Arborway, TT and Northwestern, (ATT & NW) is a Grand Scale
Miniature Railroad that runs on 15” gauge track through spectacular
Missouri Ozark surroundings. There
are more than three and a half miles of 2% grade single and double
track main-line with two tunnels on the site’s rolling terrain.
The
inspiration for the ATT & NW came in the year 2000 from St. Louis
businessman John R. Woods, who wanted to create a distinct and authentic
site for family, friends, and business associates to gather. Sadly, not
long after seeing his dream railroad become operational, John Woods
died accidentally in 2008.
The
Woods family has kept the railroad intact as a non-profit organization.
The ATT&NW is not open to the general public, but it’s possible to
visit and volunteer after becoming a member of the Friends of the ATT
& NW.
Our
program was recorded at an annual Friends Weekend, which features
running all of the ATT & NW locomotives and rolling stock along with
visiting equipment well into the night, along with music, food, and
good company.
We
were impressed not only with the railroad and variety of equipment, but
for the emotional attachment the volunteers seem to have for this
magical place. We’re grateful to the Arborway, TT & Northwestern for
allowing us to bring you the events of the Friends Weekend!
