Reading Northern 2102 The Autumnal Anthracite Crusader Fall Excursions 2024 4k

As the leaves begin to turn vibrant shades of red and gold, and a notable chill lingers in the air, Autumn has once again taken hold of Northern Pennsylvania. On a clear October day, the Reading, Blue Mountain and Northern Railroad takes the opportunity to showcase this breathtaking spectacle by lighting the fire in former Reading T-1 #2102 to power these exciting foliage excursions through the heart of Anthracite country. The thunderous “T-Hog” would lead these trips in a magnificent display of steam and sound, traveling from North Reading to Jim Thorpe and return on the railroad’s mainline. As the iconic iron horse conquers the mountainous grades, take notice of the unique sound of the Reading 6 Chime, mounted on the locomotive from Steve Gilbert’s collection to honor his retirement. Please sit back and come along as we follow this steam behemoth in “The Autumnal Anthracite Crusader