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Big Skies & Iron Rails, Bridge Out!

By Tom Danneman Art Director | November 27, 2023

| Last updated on April 29, 2024


Derailment on the main line alters Tom's plans to chase the MRL Blues away

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Embark on a captivating journey through the picturesque landscapes of Big Sky country during Summer 2023. Join railfan/videographer Tom Danneman on a railfanning adventure along Montana Rail Link (MRL), capturing the essence of the railroad “Blues” before its imminent takeover by BNSF. Witness unexpected turns, like a bridge collapse in Reed Point and rare train movements, elevating ordinary moments into extraordinary memories. Despite derailments and other unforeseen challenges, this trek unfolds as a testament to the joy of exploration and the thrill of the unexpected found under Big Skies & Iron Rails —watch exclusively on Trains.com Video!

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