HASSO HERING

A perspective from Oregon’s mid-Willamette Valley

Surprise on Water Avenue: A vintage train

Written May 12th, 2026 by Hasso Hering

An surprising sight greeted me on a bike ride Tuesday. Here, you can see for yourself:


Why the train was trying to hurry

Written October 10th, 2024 by Hasso Hering

Another day, another train shot in Albany. But why not? Our town, after all, is a railroad town. Here, take a look:


Bike meets Coast Starlight at the station

Written February 10th, 2024 by Hasso Hering

At the risk of overdoing the railroad theme on this blog, here’s yet another train episode.


 
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