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"BNSF's Kootenai River Sub Through Idaho and Montana Originally released on DVD in [----] Visit BNSF's busy Northern Transcon between Sandpoint Idaho and Whitefish Montana. Heavy trains rolling through the rugged mountains just south of the Canadian border. The top of the grade is the seven mile-long Flathead Tunnel. This program is available on DVD and Blu-ray at 7ideaproductions.com. https://www.7ideaproductions.com/products/bnsfs-kootenai-river-sub_pos=1&_sid=0713c96b2&_ss=r 0:00 Intro 2:35 Map 3:52 Sandpoint Idaho 8:41 Sandpoint Diamond 14:27 Colburn 17:09 Elmira 20:49 Naples 25:01 Deep"
YouTube Link 2023-10-20T23:00Z 79.3K followers, 255.3K engagements
"BNSF's New Mexico Main Line II The Belen Cutoff Fly above BNSF's Belen Yard Abo Canyon Vaughn the Pecos River Bridges at Ft Sumner Clovis yard and see some incredible railroading in the American Southwest. Join us as we explore BNSF's Clovis Subdivision in New Mexico. You can own the entire program on DVD or Blu-ray by visiting 7ideaproductions.com. https://www.7ideaproductions.com/collections/frontpage/products/bnsfs-new-mexico-main-line-part-ii-the-belen-cutoff 0:00 Intro 2:29 Map 4:52 Belen 14:16 Rio Grande River 20:30 Abo Canyon 38:38 Mountainair 44:15 Willard 50:15 Lucy 52:13 Pedernel"
YouTube Link 2025-11-15T00:00Z 79.3K followers, 36.8K engagements
"Union Pacific's Idaho Main Line Part [--] Etching a course through Southern Idaho and along its western border with Oregon the Snake River provides a natural route for Union Pacific trains heading to and from the Pacific Northwest. This is the route of the Oregon Short Line and trains have been rolling through this wild and scenic country since [----]. In Part [--] of this two-part series we are focusing on the western portion of the line from Huntington Oregon to Nampa Idaho. The scenery transitions from rugged canyons to rich agricultural land and industry as trains sprint through the lush Treasure"
YouTube Link 2024-10-18T23:00Z 79.3K followers, 47.3K engagements
"Union Pacific's Lordsburg Sub Part [--] Tucson AZ to Steins NM Todays Union Pacific trains roll through the desert country of the American Southwest on a three hundred mile journey between Tucson and El Paso. As part of the legendary Southern Pacifics Sunset Route through Arizona and New Mexico it is known as the Lordsburg Subdivision. This double-track main line connects ports in southern California with eastern destinations like New Orleans Chicago and Houston as well as south of the border into Mexico. In part [--] of this two-part series we will cover the western half of the subdivision between"
YouTube Link 2025-01-18T00:00Z 79.3K followers, 53.6K engagements
"Farewell MRL Part [--] Since its founding in October [----] the Montana Rail Link has plied the rails laid down by the Northern Pacific in the Big Sky country of Montana. It has served as a bridge line for the Burlington Northern and later BNSF between Jones Junction Montana and Sandpoint Idaho. In addition to handling main line freight MRL has provided rail service to many local customers along its [---] plus miles of track utilizing several branch lines. In January [----] news of the MRL reaching an agreement with BNSF to end its lease brought many railfans out to Montana to see their beloved"
YouTube Link 2024-11-16T00:00Z 79.3K followers, 38.4K engagements
"The Blue Mountains Union Pacific Battles [--] Summits in Eastern Oregon Here is another early release for us going back to [----]. We begin at UP's Hinkle Yard back when the hump was still in operation and head for the Idaho border at the Snake River. For more than a century the Blue Mountains of Oregon have echoed with the sounds of hard-working trains laboring up and down steep grades and squealing through numerous curves. Even with today's powerful high-tech locomotives railroaders still face a daunting challenge of running long and heavy trains through a range of mountains with three different"
YouTube Link 2024-05-10T23:00Z 79.3K followers, 99.9K engagements
"Derailed Again (and Re-railed Again) One week after Portland and Western locomotives were rerailed off a trestle a second train derailed in Toledo Oregon. We will show you the re-railing processes as Rick Franklin demonstrates their heavy lift machines in action We have a collection of over [--] videos at 7ideaproductions.com. https://www.7ideaproductions.com/ Derail Train Portland and Western Toledo Oregon Rick Franklin Locomotive Derail Train Portland and Western Toledo Oregon Rick Franklin Locomotive"
YouTube Link 2026-02-08T02:39Z 79.3K followers, 170.4K engagements
"The Wasatch Grade Union Pacific Ogden UT to Green River WY Originally released on DVD in [----] take a tour of Union Pacific's Evanston Subdivision between Ogden Utah and Green River Wyoming. Highlights include scenic Weber and Echo Canyons UP's classic roundhouse at Evanston WY and cleaning up a derailment that wiped out both main tracks west of Green River at Peru. As a bonus see historic footage of Big Boy 4014's return to the Wasatch Mountains on its journey to Cheyenne for restoration in [----]. This program is available on DVD and Blu-ray by visiting 7ideaproductions.com."
YouTube Link 2023-12-16T00:00Z 79.3K followers, 286.5K engagements
"Main Line to the Great Salt Lake Union Pacific's Lynndyl Subdivision In the remote desert country of west-central Utah a pair of steel rails provide an important connection between Salt Lake City and southern California. Known today as Union Pacifics Lynndyl Subdivision this 207-mile-long territory is the northern segment of the former San Pedro Los Angeles and Salt Lake rail line. Although it is not one of Union Pacifics busiest corridors the Lynndyl Sub does offer the patient railfan a variety of trains. Intermodal trains roll to and from the ports at Long Beach. Coal trains enter off the"
YouTube Link 2025-02-08T00:00Z 79.3K followers, 48.5K engagements
"East to Laramie Union Pacific through Wyoming For over [---] years Union Pacifics transcontinental main line has played a key roll in the growth and prosperity of the nation. Since the driving of the golden spike at Promontory Utah the prairies of southern Wyoming have been alive with the humming of steel wheels. 7idea Productions takes you on a tour of Union Pacifics Rawlins and Laramie Subdivisions between Green River and Laramie. This rarely visited portion of the Overland Route sees over fifty trains per day. The double track main line follows the route of the Overland Stage crossing the"
YouTube Link 2024-01-20T00:00Z 79.3K followers, 137.7K engagements
"Union Pacific's Lordsburg Sub Part [--] Steins NM to El Paso and the Morenci Copper Mine Rolling across the American Southwest between Tucson and El Paso The Lordsburg Subdivision has been an integral part of the Sunset Route since its rails were first spiked down in [----]. In Part [--] of this two-part series we covered the west half of the subdivision through Arizona between Tucson and Steins. In Part [--] we continue east to El Paso as trains race across desert of southwestern New Mexico and into the Rio Grande Valley. At Lordsburg Arizona Easterns Clifton Branch provides access to the impressive"
YouTube Link 2025-01-25T00:00Z 79.3K followers, 41.9K engagements
"Canada's Yellowhead Pass Canadian National's Rocky Mountain Crossing Originally released on DVD in [----] At [----] feet above sea level and with gradual approaches on both sides Yellowhead Pass is the ideal railway passage of Canadas Rocky Mountains. Canadian National utilizes this strategic crossing of the continental divide marking the provincial boundary of British Columbia and Alberta. The railway is busy with intermodal traffic heading to and from west coast ports of Vancouver and Prince Rupert BC. The rails stay polished with unit grain and coal trains heading for export numerous mixed"
YouTube Link 2024-03-09T00:00Z 79.3K followers, 93.8K engagements
"BNSF's Seattle Sub Vancouver WA to King Street Station Originally released on DVD in [----] BNSFs Seattle Subdivision is one of the busiest rail lines in the Pacific Northwest. BNSF and Union Pacific polish the rails with a great variety of unit trains plus intermodal mixed merchandise and many locals.In addition to freight traffic the busy subdivision hosts ten Amtrak trains: four Cascades each direction plus the north and southbound Coast Starlight. Between Tacoma and Seattle Sounder commuter trains are also added to the mix. See this beautiful line between Vancouver Washington and Seattles"
YouTube Link 2024-07-26T23:00Z 79.3K followers, 83.5K engagements
"Helpers on the Hill Union Pacific manned helpers in the Oregon Cascades In an age of remote-controlled "distributed power" locomotives Union Pacific brought back manned helpers to the Cascade Subdivision above Oakridge Oregon between late [----] and [----]. Two helper sets based in Oakridge would assist heavy southbound trains for California up the grueling 1.8% grade over Pengra Pass. We captured video of the operation in the spring of [----]. Union Pacific Helpers Oreogon Cascades Mountain Diesel Locomotives Train Railroad Amtrak Coast Starlight Snow Union Pacific Helpers Oreogon Cascades"
YouTube Link 2025-10-25T14:51Z 79.3K followers, 98.9K engagements
"Union Pacific's Pocatello Sub Part [--] Montpelier ID to Granger WY Continuing our journey across the historic route of the Oregon Short Line we will explore the Pocatello Subdivision between Montpelier Idaho and Granger Wyoming. The classic western backdrop of eastern Idaho and western Wyoming creates a beautiful setting for trains to run through. This program begins at Montpelier and heads east along the Bear River through mountains and valleys once traveled by pioneers on the Oregon Trail. The rails enter the State of Wyoming near Chausse and leave the Bear River at Leefe for a route over the"
YouTube Link 2025-06-27T23:00Z 79.3K followers, 26.2K engagements
"Arizona Copper Mine Railroad Freeport McMoRan Industrial A unique collection of diesel locomotives power trains over a 5% grade in Arizona's Morenci Copper Mine. The Freeport McMoRan Industrial serves the copper mine and interchanges with the Arizona Eastern out of Lordsburg New Mexico. This program is part of our series on Union Pacific's Lordsburg Subdivision which is also available on Youtube DVD and Blu-ray. Visit 7ideaproductions.com. https://www.7ideaproductions.com/collections/frontpage/products/union-pacifics-lordsburg-subdivision-part-2 Morenci Copper Mine Freeport MacMoRan Arizona"
YouTube Link 2025-07-18T23:00Z 79.3K followers, 224.5K engagements
"Union Pacific's Pocatello Sub Part [--] Pocatello to Montpelier Explore Union Pacifics Oregon Short Line Route between Pocatello and Montpelier Idaho. The classic western backdrop of eastern Idaho creates a beautiful setting for trains to run through. This program begins with an incredible aerial view of UPs Pocatello Yard then follows the main line eastward along the winding course of the Portneuf River. The railroad follows the old Oregon Trail as it negotiates canyons mountains and valleys. It passes small western communities and towns most of which are deeply tied to the railroad. The"
YouTube Link 2025-06-13T23:00Z 79.3K followers, 25.7K engagements
"Union Pacific's Idaho Main Line Part [--] This is the second program in our series covering the Union Pacific main line in Idaho. Our focus is the western half of the Nampa Subdivision between Nampa and Ticeska. Beginning at Nampa Yard we will see the Boise Valley Railroad interchanging cars with the UP and heading over the Boise Cutoff past the classic depot in Idahos capital city. We then follow UPs Oregon Short Line eastward through the Snake River Plain. Highlights include Orchard Mountain Home Glenns Ferry King Hill and the steep 2% grade of Reverse (Medbury) Hill. We conclude with trains"
YouTube Link 2024-10-25T23:00Z 79.3K followers, 31.9K engagements
"Return of the Big Boy Full Length Program Originally released in [----] In May of [----] Union Pacific made history. Big Boy [----] the largest steam locomotive on earth took to the main line under its own power for the first time in nearly [--] years The restoration was just in time for the 150th anniversary of the driving of the Golden Spike at Promontory Utah commemorating the completion of the first transcontinental railroad in [----]. Paired with UP [---] the only steam locomotive to never be taken out of active service on a major railroad the [----] made its first excursion run between Cheyenne"
YouTube Link 2024-07-05T23:00Z 79.3K followers, 277.6K engagements
"Marias Pass BNSF in Montana's Magnificent Rockies Originally released on DVD in [----] take a tour of BNSF's very scenic Hi-Line Subdivision through the Rocky Mountains of Northwestern Montana. The railroad skirts the southern boundary of Glacier National Park twisting along the Flathead River and climbing through tunnels and snow sheds. Shot in mid-October the season transforms from fall to winter. This program is also available on DVD and Blu-ray by visiting 7ideaproductions.com https://www.7ideaproductions.com/products/marias-pass_pos=2&_sid=dc310c17d&_ss=r 0:00 Intro 3:06 Map 4:05 Whitefish"
YouTube Link 2023-11-11T00:00Z 79.3K followers, 238.6K engagements
"Union Pacific's Cima Subdivision Originally released on DVD in [----] California's Mojave Desert is the driest place in North America. It ranges in elevation from over [-----] feet in the Spring Mountains to [---] feet below sea level in Death Valley. Through this seemingly barren land a mainline railroad charts a course connecting Salt Lake City with the rich ports of Southern California. It is known as Union Pacifics Cima Subdivision. Covering the western portion of the San Pedro Los Angeles and Salt Lake Railroad the Cima Subdivision runs for [---] miles between Yermo California and Las Vegas"
YouTube Link 2024-06-28T23:00Z 79.3K followers, 77.4K engagements
"Colorado's Durango & Silverton - One of the most beautiful train rides in the world Explore a living piece of the American West deep in the San Juan Mountains of southwest Colorado. The Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad traverses forty-five miles of the most rugged and beautiful country in North America. It attracts hundreds of thousands of riders annually and has often served as a Hollywood movie set. This program begins with a tour of the roundhouse shops and turntable as classic D&RGW steam locomotives are readied for their runs. Enjoy a front-row seat to this incredible scenic"
YouTube Link 2025-08-08T23:00Z 79.3K followers, 616K engagements
"Across Arizona Part [--] BNSF'S ARIZONA MAIN LINE Originally released on DVD in [----] this is the first of a two-part series covering BNSF's Transcontinental Main Line across Arizona. We begin our tour of the former Santa Fe line at Needles California and end at Williams Junction Arizona where the Grand Canyon Railway takes riders to the breathtaking south rim of the Grand Canyon. Big trains running through breathtaking scenery of the American Southwest is what this program is all about You can own this on DVD and Blu-ray by visiting 7ideaproductions.com."
YouTube Link 2023-12-30T00:00Z 79.3K followers, 137.4K engagements
"BNSF's Gateway Sub Klamath Falls OR to Keddie CA Here is a cool look at the BNSF back in [----] BNSF Railway's Gateway Subdivision runs [---] miles between Klamath Falls Oregon and Keddie California. Built by the Great Northern and Western Pacific this remote line traverses the semi-arid high country of extreme northern California meeting Union Pacific's route through the Feather River Canyon at the famous Keddie Wye. The southern Cascades and northern Sierra Nevada mountain ranges offer both scenic vistas and many challenges for railroaders who work here. Shot in all seasons. If you had the DVD"
YouTube Link 2025-02-24T22:00Z 79.3K followers, 54.8K engagements
"Across the Utah Desert Union Pacific's Green River Sub Taken from our [----] DVD release explore this remote and beautiful railroad main line framed by the majestic Book Cliffs between Grand Junction Colorado and Helper Utah. Hike into Ruby Canyon and see Amtrak's California Zephyr rolling beneath giant sandstone cliffs. Watch heavy Union Pacific coal trains climbing the grade at Thompson Cut. The scenic highlight of the route is the thirty-seven mile Cane Creek Branch near Moab that twists and winds between Arches and Canyonlands National Park. This program is available on DVD and Blu-ray by"
YouTube Link 2023-11-18T00:00Z 79.3K followers, 385.4K engagements
"Arizona Desert Main Line Union Pacific's Gila Subdivision Continuing our journey across the former Southern Pacifics Sunset Route the Gila Subdivision covers over [---] miles of track between Yuma and Tucson Arizona. Around [--] trains traverse this transcontinental main line every day originating in Texas Kansas Louisiana Illinois Nebraska Arizona and California. We begin along the Colorado River at Yuma where trains cross from California into Arizona. The railroad snakes around the harsh lifeless Gila Mountains skirting the edge of the Castle Dome Valley. Following the old route of the"
YouTube Link 2024-12-21T00:00Z 79.3K followers, 66.6K engagements
"Cajon Pass BNSF's Cajon Subdivision Originally released in [----] this is a look at Cajon Pass not long after the third main line was completed by BNSF. This is big-time railroading pre PTC (Positive Train Control) and PSR (Precision Scheduled Railroading). We will begin in San Bernardino first thing in the morning and head east over the summit and through the Mojave Desert to Barstow. A great variety of trains are featured including mixed manifests auto racks coal and piggyback trains. We will visit famous locations such as Sullivans Curve the Mormon Rocks the daylighted tunnels at Alray and"
YouTube Link 2024-01-27T00:00Z 79.3K followers, 148.3K engagements
"The Funnel BNSF Spokane WA to Sandpoint ID This program was originally released on DVD in [----]. Since the days of the Burlington Northern The Funnel has seen some of the heaviest rail traffic in the Northwest. Now part of the busy BNSF Northern Transcon this [--] mile-long corridor between Spokane Washington and Sandpoint Idaho is still a railfan magnet. 7idea Productions paid several visits to this scenic line in different seasons. Our tour begins at Latah Junction where trains roll in and out of downtown Spokane. The tracks travel in a northeasterly direction into the Idaho panhandle before"
YouTube Link 2024-05-03T23:00Z 79.1K followers, 67.7K engagements
"Along Puget Sound BNSF's Scenic and Bellingham Subdivisions Originally released in [----] Journey to northwestern Washington State where the BNSF main line reveals the beauty of Puget Sound. Running between Seattle and the Canadian border at Blaine trains traverse the western portion of the Scenic Subdivision and the entire Bellingham Sub. Visit the Seattle waterfront and busy yard at Interbay. Follow the shoreline of Puget Sound while viewing several hot spots including Carkeek Park Richmond Beach Edmonds Mukilteo and Everett. The scenic shoreline transitions to lush farmland wild rivers and"
YouTube Link 2024-08-02T23:04Z 79.1K followers, 48.4K engagements
"Union Pacific's Pocatello Sub Part [--] DVD Preview A continuation our eastward trek across UP's Oregon Short Line we explore the final miles of the Pocatello Subdivision between Montpelier Idaho and Granger Wyoming. This program wraps up our series on the Oregon Short Line across southern Idaho. This program is available on DVD and Blu-ray at 7ideaproductions.com.https://www.7ideaproductions.com/collections/frontpage/products/union-pacifics-pocatello-sub-part-1-copy Union Pacific Idaho Oregon Short Line Wyoming Train Railroad West Locomotive Diesel Pocatello Montpelier Kemmerer Union Pacific"
YouTube Link 2025-03-03T17:24Z 79.2K followers, [----] engagements
"Canada's Thompson Canyon CP and CN in Summer and Winter Originally released on DVD in [----] The Thompson River cuts through the rugged country of south central British Columbia Canada. Its wild and scenic course proved to be the best route for building a transcontinental railway and today is used by both the Canadian Pacific and Canadian National. Continuing the journey that began in Canadas Fraser Canyon we follow the Thompson River for [--] miles between Lytton and Kamloops. Both railways operate jointly over much of the territory with eastbounds using Canadian Pacifics Thompson Subdivision"
YouTube Link 2024-02-24T00:00Z 79.2K followers, 71.6K engagements
"Over Sherman Hill Union Pacific's Laramie Sub Originally released on DVD in [----] This program takes a look at Union Pacific's legendary main line between Cheyenne and Laramie Wyoming. In Southeast Wyoming the Laramie Mountains mark the division between the Great Plains and the Rockies. Rising to over [----] feet above sea-level the transition from prairie to mountains is subtle except for the Sherman Granite rock outcroppings which dominate the landscape. Three sets of steel rails twist and wind through this remarkable setting with a history dating back to the First Transcontinental Railroad."
YouTube Link 2023-12-23T00:00Z 79.2K followers, 255.6K engagements
"Stevens Pass BNSF's Scenic Subdivision through the beautiful Cascade Mountains of Washington State Originally released on DVD in [----] Stevens Pass stands at an elevation of [----] feet above sea-level in the heart of the Pacific Northwest's Cascade Mountains. Large granite outcroppings tower above the densely forested landscape creating a cool wet rainforest on the west and semi-arid country on the east. Weaving through this seemingly impassible barrier is a transcontinental railroad connecting the heartland of America with the Pacific Northwest and the Orient. BNSF Railway utilizes a historic"
YouTube Link 2024-08-09T23:00Z 79.3K followers, 119.6K engagements
"Trains Below Sea Level Union Pacific's Yuma Sub Join us for this fantastic adventure over Beaumont Hill and along the Salton Sea Running nearly [---] miles between Colton California and Yuma Arizona the Yuma Subdivision is a part of the former Southern Pacifics Sunset Route which today serves the Union Pacific as an important rail corridor. It is part of the second Transcontinental Railroad built in the late nineteenth century connecting southern California with Arizona Texas Louisiana and Mexico. The Yuma Subdivision is a diverse piece of railroad with steep mountain grades and high-speed"
YouTube Link 2024-12-14T00:00Z 79.3K followers, 80.8K engagements
"Spreaders Flangers and Doublestacks on Donner Pass This is winter railroading on Donner Pass. While winter storms dump snow in California's Sierra Nevada Mountains Flangers and Jordan Spreaders work hard to keep trains moving. Not just flangers and spreaders are featured here we also include doublestack and unit grain trains plus Amtrak's California Zephyr rolling through winter's white. These scenes were taken from our [----] DVD release: "Donner Pass: Stacks in the High Sierras" which is available on DVD and Blu-ray by visiting this link here:"
YouTube Link 2022-01-18T15:00Z 79.3K followers, 1.9M engagements
"UNION PACIFIC's Sidney Sub Part [--] - Cheyenne WY to Sidney NE Running nearly [---] miles between Cheyenne Wyoming and North Platte Nebraska the Sidney Subdivision is a double-track main line that has carried Union Pacific trains for over [---] years. Following the route of the historic Pony Express and Overland Stage a parade of increasingly long and heavy trains traverse the southern Nebraska Panhandle. In part one of this two-part series we will cover the western half of the Sidney Subdivision beginning in Cheyenne. Trains climb east over Archer Hill then sprint into Nebraska at Pine Bluff. We"
YouTube Link 2024-03-29T23:00Z 79.3K followers, 138.3K engagements
"MRL Montana Main Line Part [--] Originally released on DVD in [----] In MRL Montana Mainline Part [--] we return to Helena in the dead of winter as trains prepare to do battle with Mullan Pass. A strong Canadian storm system slammed into the Rockies sending the mercury below zero while a quintet of MRL's EMD SD70ACe's put on a fantastic show shoving heavy trains to the summit. This is a mountain railroading at its best with 2.2% grades numerous curves and high trestles. Shot in January and July of [----] you will see the MRL taking on Mullan Pass in all types of weather as it climbs to the continental"
YouTube Link 2024-09-20T23:00Z 79.3K followers, 77.2K engagements
"Canada's Fraser Canyon CP and CN in Summer and Winter Originally released on DVD in [----] Travel with 7idea Productions to beautiful British Columbia Canada where both Canadian Pacific and Canadian National traverse the rugged Fraser Canyon. Cutting a deep swath through the Cascade Range this is an important link in the trans-Canada rail network connecting Vancouver with Montreal. This program follows each lines course along opposite banks of the Fraser River between Hope and the confluence with the Thompson River at Lytton. These competing railways operate jointly in the canyon. Eastbound"
YouTube Link 2024-02-17T00:00Z 79.3K followers, 78.5K engagements
"Over New Mexico's Abo Canyon In central New Mexico BNSF's busy Southern Transcon traverses a narrow canyon between the Manzano and Los Pinos Mountains east of Belen. This canyon is inaccessible from the ground and hard to photograph but thanks to an aerial camera platform and favorable airspace above the canyon we can show you these amazing scenes. This video is an excerpt from our program "BNSF's New Mexico Main Line Part II - The Belen Cutoff" and is available on DVD and Blu-ray at 7ideaproductions.com."
YouTube Link 2025-08-15T23:00Z 79.3K followers, 52.3K engagements
"Log Trains to Rockwood on the Durango and Silverton During a fire mitigation project in early [----] Colorado's Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad volunteered rail equipment and crews to move logs from the job site to waiting log trucks at Rockwood. Most of the work was done with a former White Pass and Yukon MLW diesel number [---]. For one day (just for our cameras) K-36 steam locomotive number [---] was steamed up to pull the log train. Steam combined with cold winter air made for an unforgettable experience. Some of these scenes appear in our DVD and Blu-ray "Today's Durango and"
YouTube Link 2025-11-29T00:00Z 79.3K followers, 96.8K engagements
"Columbia River Gorge Trains Part [--] Union Pacific Originally released on DVD in [----] Union Pacific's Portland Subdivision follows the majestic Columbia River between Portland and Hinkle. Many manifest trains make their way to and from UPs classification yard at Hinkle while expedited intermodal trains race between western ports in Portland Tacoma and Seattle to major hubs in and around Chicago. This water-level route through the Cascade Mountains is ideal for long heavy trains. Add the breath-taking scenery found along the gorge and you have the perfect recipe for great train watching. See"
YouTube Link 2023-12-02T18:40Z 79.3K followers, 100.8K engagements
"MRL Montana Main Line (Part 1) This program was originally released on DVD in [----]. Our goal was to cover the MRL main line (hence the title) and give you the experience of being trackside. Because of this a majority of the trains have BNSF power although we did shoot MRL power whenever possible. Rolling on over [---] miles of former Northern Pacific track through Montana Idaho and Washington State the MRL served as a bridge line for BNSF between Laurel Montana and Spokane Washington. BNSF trains make up the majority of traffic although they are operated by MRL crews. In Part [--] of our two-part"
YouTube Link 2024-09-13T23:00Z 79.3K followers, 54.1K engagements
"Rotaries and Flangers on Donner Pass From our best selling DVD "Winter on Donner Pass" watch rotary snow plows clearing snow from the railroad tracks in the dead of winter. Visit the summit of Donner Pass in winter's fury as both rotaries and flangers work to keep trains moving in arctic conditions. Watch the entire program "Winter on Donner Pass" by clicking the link below. It is available on DVD and Blu-ray at 7ideaproductions.com. https://www.7ideaproductions.com/products/winter-on-donner-pass_pos=1&_sid=217528482&_ss=r Rotary Snow plow donner pass train railroad norden sierra nevada"
YouTube Link 2022-01-05T15:00Z 79.3K followers, 1.5M engagements
"Winter on Donner Pass Originally released in [----] on DVD. Journey high into Californias Sierra Nevada Mountains for a stunning look at winter operations over Donner Pass. As Pacific storms dump heavy snow Union Pacific battles to keep trains rolling. Get a taste of what it is like to be trackside in the midst of winters fury. Long stack trains heavy manifests and Amtraks California Zephyr share the rails with an army of snow fighting equipment including flangers spreaders and the mighty rotaries. Beginning at Colfax trains climb toward the snow zone at Blue Caon then on to Truckee on rails"
YouTube Link 2024-02-03T00:00Z 79.3K followers, 1.7M engagements
"Union Pacific's Caliente Subdivision Las Vegas NV to Milford UT (Originally released in 2020) Union Pacifics Caliente Subdivision etches a course across the arid deserts and deep canyons of the American Southwest. It is the centerpiece of UPs Los Angeles & Salt Lake Route running [---] miles between Las Vegas Nevada and Milford Utah. This is a solitary route winding through a remote country that has changed little since the rails were laid in the early 1900s. Modern high-horsepower diesels pull twelve thousand foot stack trains past the bleached bones of old ghost towns nearly forgotten. Sheer"
YouTube Link 2024-06-14T23:00Z 79.3K followers, 100.1K engagements
"Back on the Rail Toledo Derailment Update Watch three locomotives rescued by the Rick Franklin Corporation after derailing onto a trestle in Toledo Oregon. If you are interested in the backstory of this railroad line check out these other videos on YouTube https://youtu.be/-ZA-cjeXh7Msi=mgOpQSFArtDRoSHU https://youtu.be/UBievh8ETOcsi=c-KEb4ExSdzzw7Ss https://youtu.be/5DBJBrZweeMsi=oL0u09dPnlMNYmOW Toledo Derailment Train Trestle Portland and Western Locomotive Rick Franklin Hamilton Construction Toledo Derailment Train Trestle Portland and Western Locomotive Rick Franklin Hamilton Construction"
YouTube Link 2026-01-31T00:11Z 79.3K followers, 458.1K engagements
"The Kearney Sub Union Pacific's Triple Track Main In the heart of America there is a super-highway paved with steel running between North Platte and Gibbon Junction Nebraska. It is known as the Kearney Subdivision and historically it has seen well over [---] trains per day. Traffic may be down from the lines heyday in the early and mid-2000s yet this is still a fantastic place to watch trains. This program begins with a nighttime visit to the Golden Spike Tower as a summertime thunderstorm lights up Bailey Yard. We then turn east through Maxwell the Buttermilk Curves Gothenburg Lexington"
YouTube Link 2024-04-12T23:00Z 79.3K followers, 194.7K engagements
"The Long Grade Union Pacific's Cascade Line Part [--] Taken from our [----] release "Through the Oregon Cascades Part 1" follow UP trains as they depart Oregon's scenic Willamette Valley at Eugene and enter the foothills of the Cascade Range. The Cascade Mountains of western Oregon are thick with tall timber growing along steep slopes broken by waterfalls and streams. This is the setting for a mountain railroad that climbs from deep within the Willamette Valley to nearly [----] feet above sea level at Cascade Summit. Part 1: The Long Grade begins at Eugene Yard and heads railroad south into the"
YouTube Link 2023-09-15T23:00Z 79.3K followers, 150.5K engagements
"Durango and Silverton Cab Ride Part [--] Enjoy a forward-facing view of the spectacular Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad in southwestern Colorado Part [--] of this three-part series covers one of the most spectacular sections of track between Rockwood and the wilderness access point near Needleton. Sit back and enjoy the ride Ride the Durango and Silverton and see this amazing line for yourself https://www.durangotrain.com/gad_source=1&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIrN-jv4-cjAMV3zStBh0x8hbkEAAYASAAEgKNCfD_BwE 0:00 Rockwood 2:22 The High Line 16:46 High Bridge 22:25 Tacoma 32:30 Tank Creek Water Tank"
YouTube Link 2025-03-21T23:00Z 55.8K followers, 20.7K engagements
"When Trains Battle Old Man Winter #winterondonner Flangers Battle Snow on Donner Pass. Donner Pass Winter on Donner Snow Norden Flanger Donner Pass Winter on Donner Snow Norden Flanger"
YouTube Link 2024-12-12T19:13Z 51.4K followers, 10.1K engagements
"Coal Trains over Crawford Hill DVD Preview In the panhandle of northwestern Nebraska coal trains from Wyomings Powder River Basin battle a mountain grade through an epic setting. On the BNSF timetable this is a thirteen-mile section of the Butte Subdivision between Alliance Nebraska and Edgemont South Dakota. Railroaders and railfans know it as Crawford Hill. Available on DVD and Blu-ray here: https://www.7ideaproductions.com/collections/frontpage/products/coal-trains-over-crawford-hill BNSF Crawford Hill Coal Train Nebraska Powder River Basin Railroad Helper BNSF Crawford Hill Coal Train"
YouTube Link 2025-10-14T15:01Z 62.8K followers, [----] engagements
"Through the Oregon Cascades Part [--] Originally released on DVD in [----] In the high country of central Oregon Union Pacific trains sprint along the east side of the Cascade Mountains on a route originally run by the Southern Pacific. In Part [--] of this exciting series we follow the Cascade Subdivision for [---] miles between Cascade Summit and Klamath Falls. With easy grades and gentle curves this is a racetrack with speeds of up to 60mph for freight and 80mph for passengers. Heavy manifest trains head south with lumber from the Pacific Northwest. Double stacks grain crude oil trains the Gilchrist"
YouTube Link 2024-03-02T00:00Z 44.1K followers, 104.5K engagements
"EMDs in the Oregon Backwoods Portland & Western's Toledo Branch trains battle a stiff 2.58% grade to the summit of Oregon's Coast Range. The railroad's weapons of choice are [--] axle EMDs. This video takes you into the backwoods of western Oregon where the battle of horsepower vs gravity plays out nearly every day. This is an excerpt from "Portland and Western's Toledo Branch Part 1" available on DVD and Blu-ray. To order visit 7ideaproductions.com https://www.7ideaproductions.com/products/portland-westerns-toledo-branch-part-1_pos=1&_sid=3444e0d54&_ss=r"
YouTube Link 2023-06-28T14:00Z 62K followers, 32.4K engagements
"UP's Lordsburg Sub Part [--] DVD Preview Todays Union Pacific trains roll through the desert country of the American Southwest on a three hundred mile journey between Tucson and El Paso. As part of the legendary Southern Pacifics Sunset Route through Arizona and New Mexico it is known as the Lordsburg Subdivision. This double-track main line connects ports in southern California with eastern destinations like New Orleans Chicago and Houston as well as south of the border into Mexico. In part [--] of this two-part series we will cover the western half of the subdivision between Tucson and Steins"
YouTube Link 2024-07-12T23:00Z 57.9K followers, [----] engagements
"The Transcontinental Railroad that Never Was Portland and Western's Toledo Oregon Branch Line Yaquina (Oregon) was built in the 1880's to become a major port city halfway between San Francisco and Seattle. All it needed was a new transcontinental railroad to make it a success. Or so they thought. This program was presented at Winterail [----]. It is taken from the two-part series on Portland and Western's Toledo Branch available on DVD and Blu-ray at 7ideaproductions.com. https://www.7ideaproductions.com/products/portland-westerns-toledo-branch-part-1_pos=2&_sid=844c5daf0&_ss=r"
YouTube Link 2025-04-11T23:00Z 59K followers, 30.9K engagements
"BNSF's New Mexico Main Line Part II Trailer [--] Take an exciting look at BNSFs busy Belen Cutoff between Belen and Clovis New Mexico Known as the Clovis Subdivision around [--] trains per day roll over this double-track corridor across the plains of the American Southwest. Highlights include aerial scenes of BNSFs massive Belen Yard and fueling facility Abo Canyon the flyover at Vaughn where BNSF passes over UPs Tucumcari Line the twin bridges over the Pecos River and aerial views of Clovis Yard. This item is available now on DVD and HD Blu-ray at"
YouTube Link 2025-08-01T17:39Z 62.8K followers, [----] engagements
"Durango and Silverton Cab Ride Part [--] Enjoy a spectacular view of the Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad as it follows the Animas River through the rugged San Juan Mountains in southwestern Colorado We mounted our camera on the front of the locomotive to give you forward-looking view of the line. This is truly the best seat in the house These videos are great but they do not do the railroad justice. You need to see the Durango and Silverton for yourself. Plan a visit and book a train ride today Visit durangotrain.com. https://www.durangotrain.com/ 0:00 Needleton 4:15 Needleton Water"
YouTube Link 2025-03-28T23:00Z 55.9K followers, 18.6K engagements
"Oregon Coast Scenic Railroad's Candy Cane Express. Take a steam powered Christmas train ride on the Oregon Coast Scenic Railroad From late November through mid December the Oregon Coast Scenic Railroad operates the Candy Cane Express between the small coastal communities of Garibaldi and Rockaway Beach. For more information on the Oregon Coast Scenic Railroad and their schedule click here: https://oregoncoastscenic.org/ Oregon Coast Scenic Railroad Steam Train Locomotive Christmas Garibaldi Rockaway Beach McCloud [--] Oregon Coast Scenic Railroad Steam Train Locomotive Christmas Garibaldi"
YouTube Link 2024-12-17T03:00Z 57.6K followers, [----] engagements
"Bridge Collapses Under Train Corvallis Oregon: On Saturday January [--] [----] a southbound Portland and Western train of hoppers containing fertilizer was crossing a bridge over the Mary's River when the bridge collapsed. Two of the train's [--] covered hoppers of urea a nitrogen fertilizer fell into the river. Fortunately the train's two locomotives (GP38-2's) made it safely across the bridge before it failed. There were no reported injuries. This video footage was shot on Sunday January [--] as the cleanup was beginning. Train Wreck Derailment Bridge Collapse Portland and Western Oregon Corvallis"
YouTube Link 2025-01-07T03:30Z 53.4K followers, 72.9K engagements
"Big Boy [----] Through the West See Union Pacific Big Boy [----] heading east through Utah Idaho and western Wyoming on its return trip to Cheyenne in July [----]. We will pick up the action in the Bear River Canyon north of Ogden Utah and head north for McCammon Idaho where the steam special enters the Pocatello Subdivision. We will follow the [----] through Montpelier and into the state of Wyoming. Most of these scenes were taken from our program "Union Pacific's Pocatello Subdivsion" available on DVD and Blu-ray."
YouTube Link 2025-05-09T23:00Z 58.1K followers, 33.2K engagements
"Union Pacific's Lordsburg Sub [--] DVD Preview Rolling across the American Southwest between Tucson and El Paso The Lordsburg Subdivision has been an integral part of the Sunset Route since its rails were first spiked down in [----]. In Part [--] of this two-part series we covered the west half of the subdivision through Arizona between Tucson and Steins. In Part [--] we continue east to El Paso as trains race across desert of southwestern New Mexico and into the Rio Grande Valley. At Lordsburg Arizona Easterns Clifton Branch provides access to the impressive Morenci Copper Mine. We will visit this"
YouTube Link 2024-08-02T17:12Z 49.2K followers, [----] engagements
"Christmas Trains - SP [----] Nighttime Startup Decked out in Christmas lights Southern Pacific Daylight number [----] is in its final year (2019) of pulling the Holiday Express at Oaks Park in Portland Oregon. SP [----] Daylight Holiday Express Portland Oaks Park Christmas Train Night Locomotive Steam Train SP [----] Daylight Holiday Express Portland Oaks Park Christmas Train Night Locomotive Steam Train"
YouTube Link 2024-12-17T18:15Z 53.6K followers, [----] engagements
"A [------] Pound Machine with [--] Purpose: #winterondonner Rotary [---] Battles Donner Pass Winter on Donner Donner Pass Rotary Union Pacific Southern Pacific Railroad Snow Winter on Donner Donner Pass Rotary Union Pacific Southern Pacific Railroad Snow"
YouTube Link 2024-12-12T19:06Z 51.3K followers, 10.1K engagements
"Farewell MRL Part [--] Preview This is the first release in a new 4-part series on the Montana Rail Link before it fades into the BNSF. We begin in Missoula and follows MRLs Gas Local over the 4th and 10th Subdivisions to Pipeline. Then we turn east over the former Northern Pacifics racetrack to Garrison. Highlights include MRLs system-wide manifest trains the LM (Laurel-Missoula) and ML the Bonner Local both Day and Night Gas trains and a few of the BNSF run-through trains including coal grain and crude oil. This series was created to preserve the memory of this amazing regional railroad."
YouTube Link 2023-03-04T15:00Z 56.9K followers, [----] engagements
"Union Pacific's Idaho Main Line Part [--] In our third in what has become a three-part series across southern Idaho we continue our tour of Union Pacifics Oregon Short Line route between Bliss and Pocatello. Trains work their way across the Snake River Plain through small towns farms and wild open country. Water tanks from the steam era remain at Bliss Kimama Minnidoka and Wapi and classic code lines still follow the rails creating a sense of nostalgia. We find an old passenger and freight depot at Shoshone as well as a preserved Amtrak waiting area a throwback to when the Pioneer once ran on"
YouTube Link 2024-11-01T11:00Z 59.4K followers, 23.2K engagements
"Union Pacific over Cima Hill One of the most dangerous mountain grades on the Union Pacific is Cima Hill. Located in California's Mojave Desert this short steep hill has had a long history of runaway trains. This video is an excerpt from our program "Union Pacific's Cima Subdivision" which is available on DVD and Blu-ray. If you would like to order the entire program visit this link. https://www.7ideaproductions.com/products/union-pacifics-cima-subdivision_pos=1&_sid=3c19f1879&_ss=r"
YouTube Link 2023-06-20T14:00Z 57.1K followers, 38.1K engagements
"UP's Pocatello Sub [--] DVD Preview Explore Union Pacifics Oregon Short Line Route between Pocatello and Montpelier Idaho. The classic western backdrop of eastern Idaho creates a beautiful setting for trains to run through. This program begins with an incredible aerial view of UPs Pocatello Yard then follows the main line eastward along the winding course of the Portneuf River. The railroad follows the old Oregon Trail as it negotiates canyons mountains and valleys. It passes small western communities and towns most of which are deeply tied to the railroad. The Pocatello Sub is an important"
YouTube Link 2024-11-08T17:00Z 49.6K followers, [----] engagements
"Kicking Horse Pass - Canadian Pacific's Laggan Sub Originally released on DVD in [----] The southern Canadian Rockies are a breathtaking spectacle shouldering the Continental Divide and boundary of British Columbia and Alberta Canada. Topped with glaciers and surrounded by emerald lakes and rivers their beauty is beyond pictures or words. For those who built the Canadian Pacific these mountains were the ultimate obstacle to overcome. The route they chose was the difficult ascent over Kicking Horse Pass. Known to railroaders as "The Big Hill" Canadian Pacific trains have been climbing this grade"
YouTube Link 2024-08-30T23:01Z 56.1K followers, 45.8K engagements
"Rails Through the Freezer [--] Where Trains Battle Winter This is a compilation of some of my favorite winter scenes from the past fifteen years of shooting train videos in the western US and Canada. Featured videos include: Canada's Yellowhead Pass https://youtu.be/cqgcJJ-UQNQsi=eQrn-ZNaDrsCek2- The Wasatch Grade https://youtu.be/HXYJrIGjcE4si=iFjTHLMoSQbQRWTm The Blue Mountains https://youtu.be/4qsOmeIevhUsi=a8t_nY2H0qYgk4sY BNSF's Arizona Main Line Part [--] https://youtu.be/Jd6cO1eIKXksi=BM9WrmibfrrArM6G Steam and Snow: Rotary OY over Cumbres Pass https://youtu.be/Uotv4QMNmgssi=Ahu-vG_eDrckSo72"
YouTube Link 2025-09-19T23:00Z 62K followers, 69.1K engagements
"The Moffat Road Part [--] Denver to East Portal Originally released on DVD in [----] take a tour of Union Pacific's Moffat Tunnel Subdivision between Denver Colorado and the east portal of the [---] mile-long Moffat Tunnel. This section of the former Denver and Rio Grande Western Railroad is rugged steep and incredibly scenic. Coal trains dominate the scene with plenty of high horsepower diesels on the head-end middle and rear. This program is also available on DVD HD Blu-ray and Digital Download with Vimeo on Demand by visiting 7ideaproductions.com."
YouTube Link 2023-09-29T23:05Z 38K followers, 23.5K engagements
"Steam and Snow Rotary OY on Cumbres Pass Watch the Cumbres & Toltec Rotary OY in operation for the first time since [----] In celebration of the 50th Anniversary of the Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad Rio Grande Rotary OY was brought back to life for an exciting two-day event plowing snow between Chama New Mexico and the summit of Cumbres Pass in Colorado. The two-day event kicked off on February 29th with the rotary working between Chama and the New Mexico/Colorado state line followed by a rare nighttime photo session. On March 1st the OY battled icy drifts around Windy Point to the"
YouTube Link 2025-02-01T00:00Z 54.3K followers, 20.9K engagements
"Today's Durango and Silverton DVD Preview Explore a living piece of the American West deep in the San Juan Mountains of southwest Colorado. The Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad traverses forty-five miles of the most rugged and beautiful country in North America. It attracts hundreds of thousands of riders annually and has often served as a Hollywood movie set. This program is available on DVD and Blu-ray at 7ideaproductions.com Durango Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad Steam locomotive Colorado Animas River High Line Durango Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad"
YouTube Link 2025-05-18T03:51Z 57.1K followers, [----] engagements
"Canada's Kicking Horse Pass Part [--] (The West Side) Canadian Pacific trains battle the rugged and scenic Rocky Mountains on a steep climb to the Continental Divide via Kicking Horse Pass. This program looks at the west side in British Columbia beginning at the bottom of the heavy grade at Field through the Spiral Tunnels and up to Wapta Lake at Hector. This is a segment of our program "Kicking Horse Pass" which is available on DVD Hi-Definition Blu-ray and Digital Download by logging onto 7ideaproductions.com."
YouTube Link 2022-04-26T14:00Z 53.4K followers, 104.5K engagements
"Manned Helpers on Soldier Summit Originally released on DVD in [----] The rugged beauty of the American West comes alive in the Wasatch Mountains of Utah. From snow-covered peaks to sheer cliffs and deep canyons containing a wealth of minerals and history this land has been witness to a battle that has lasted for over [---] years.The battle of trains over Soldier Summit. 7idea Productions paid several visits to this former Rio Grande line and offers a stunning look at mountain railroading in the Wasatch during the fall and winter seasons. Union Pacific coal and merchandise trains are seen daily"
YouTube Link 2024-10-11T23:00Z 48.7K followers, 11.8K engagements
"Winter Trains in Canada CN at Hinton Alberta Canadian National trains against the backdrop of the Canadian Rockies at the east entrance to Jasper National Park. This eastern approach to Yellowhead Pass is covered between Hinton and Brule Lake as a mighty Chinook wind blows over the frozen Athabaska River. This is main line railroading in Canada in the dead of winter This segment was taken from "Canada's Yellowhead Pass" which is also available on DVD Blu-ray and Digital Download by visiting 7ideaproductions.com."
YouTube Link 2022-01-11T15:00Z 51.9K followers, 62.8K engagements
"Farewell MRL Part [--] Preview This is the second in our four-part series covering the Montana Rail Link. In Part [--] we looked at Missoula and followed the Gas Local to Pipeline then turned east along the former Northern Pacific's racetrack to Garrison. Part [--] covers MRLs army of EMD SD70ACes in helper service shoving BNSF trains over Mullan Pass. Up to three sets of helpers made up of four or five engines assist heavy trains over the pass. The sight and sound of big two-stroke EMDs battling the 2.2% mountain grade is what this show is all about This is the greatest showcase of MRL power"
YouTube Link 2023-05-19T14:00Z 56.4K followers, 13.4K engagements
"Union Pacific's Lynndyl Sub DVD Preview Union Pacifics Lynndyl Subdivision covers [---] miles of main line between Milford and Salt Lake City Utah. It is the northernmost segment of the former San Pedro Los Angeles and Salt Lake rail line. Trains pass lonely desert ghost towns climb through the Tintic Mountains and skirt the southern shore of the Great Salt Lake. Available on DVD and Blu-ray at 7ideaproductions.com. https://www.7ideaproductions.com/collections/frontpage/products/union-pacifics-lynndyl-subdivision"
YouTube Link 2024-09-27T19:31Z 57.9K followers, [----] engagements
"Ride the Durango and Silverton Preview Get a front-row view of the Durango and Silvertons scenic line through Colorados Animas Canyon. The Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad is one of the most spectacular train rides in the world. Carved into the heart of the San Juan Mountains of southwestern Colorado this historic narrow gauge branch line traverses a landscape that will literally take your breath away We mounted our camera on the front of D&SNG [---] a former White Pass and Yukon DL-535E diesel giving you the best seat in the house as we travel along the Animas River to Silverton We"
YouTube Link 2025-06-02T21:42Z 57.4K followers, [----] engagements
"MRL Montana Mainline Part [--] In MRL Montana Mainline Part [--] we return to Helena in the dead of winter as trains prepare to do battle with Mullan Pass. A strong Canadian storm system slammed into the Rockies sending the mercury below zero while a quintet of MRL's EMD SD70ACe's put on a fantastic show shoving heavy trains to the summit. This is a mountain railroading at its best with 2.2% grades numerous curves and high trestles. Shot in January and July of [----] you will see the MRL taking on Mullan Pass in all types of weather as it climbs to the continental divide at Blossburg via the famous"
YouTube Link 2011-11-10T03:37Z 55.4K followers, [----] engagements
"Rails Through the Freezer Where Trains Battle Winter This is a compilation of some of my favorite winter scenes from the past fifteen years of shooting train videos in the western US and Canada. Featured videos include: Manned Helpers on Soldier Summit https://www.youtube.com/watchv=XjciaCuNujo The Funnel https://www.youtube.com/watchv=8Dexc0OJJ-8&t=142s Canada's Fraser Canyon https://www.youtube.com/watchv=2Mo0UAuXy3M Canada's Thompson Canyon https://www.youtube.com/watchv=bDu1rGOrgXw&t=1704s Through the Shadow of Mt Shasta https://www.youtube.com/watchv=bV6k3SGrGrc Through the Oregon"
YouTube Link 2025-08-29T23:01Z 61.3K followers, 97.3K engagements
"Union Pacific in Afton Canyon One of the most visually striking rail lines in southern California is Union Pacific's main line through Afton Canyon. East of Yermo the railroad follows the Mojave River beneath rugged colorful cliffs to Basin. This video is an excerpt from our program "Union Pacific's Cima Subdivision" which is available on DVD and Blu-ray. Visit this link for more details and to order https://www.7ideaproductions.com/products/union-pacifics-cima-subdivision_pos=1&_sid=c53fe19d7&_ss=r"
YouTube Link 2023-06-13T14:00Z 61.1K followers, 137.9K engagements
"Coal Trains over Crawford Hill Nebraska We spent a week on Crawford Hill in northwest Nebraska watching manned helpers shove heavy coal trains to the top of the grade at Belmont. Most of our time is spent on the Ponderosa Ranch which allowed access to the incredible horseshoe curves Crawford Hill is known for. This is an edited version of the DVD and Blu-ray which is available to own forever here. https://www.7ideaproductions.com/collections/frontpage/products/coal-trains-over-crawford-hill 0:00 Intro 2:30 Map 4:33 Crawford 13:16 Crow Butte 15:13 Sawlog Road 23:29 Ponderosa Ranch 24:08"
YouTube Link 2025-12-13T00:00Z 65.4K followers, 37.4K engagements
"BNSF's Dickinson Sub DVD Preview Take a journey along a transcontinental railroad first spiked down by the Northern Pacific Railway in [----] through Montana and North Dakota. BNSF's Dickinson Subdivision runs through the badlands and prairies between Glendive Montana and Mandan North Dakota near the state's capital of Bismarck. Available now on DVD and Blu-ray at 7ideaproductions.com. https://www.7ideaproductions.com/collections/frontpage/products/bnsfs-dickinson-sub"
YouTube Link 2025-11-14T14:31Z 64.7K followers, [----] engagements
"Easy Christmas Card Making Simple Paper Craft 🎄✨#Christmasdiy #christmas2025 #christmascard #viral 🎄 DIY Christmas Card Easy Handmade Card with Paper Glue Gun Glitter & Markers ✨ In this video Im showing how to make a beautiful and simple Christmas card using basic craft supplies paper glue gun glitter and markers. Its an easy DIY craft you can make at home for gifting or decorating during the festive season. Perfect for beginners kids and anyone who loves handmade crafts ❤ 👉 Materials Used: Colored paper Glue gun Glitter Markers / pens Scissors If you enjoy DIY crafts dont forget to LIKE"
YouTube Link 2025-12-04T11:00Z [---] followers, 43.6K engagements
"Farewell MRL Part [--] Winston Hill and the Jefferson River Canyon In Part [--] we continue east across Montana Rail Links Second Subdivision over Winston Hill and through Lombard Canyon to Logan. See the Helena Local working to Montana City and Townsend. Catch the Jimbo Train in action setting out ties at Toston. The system-wide LM (Laurel to Missoula) and ML (Missoula to Laurel) trains make an appearance pulling long manifests. In addition to mainline action we will head up the former NPs Butte Line through Three Forks Sappington and the Jefferson River Canyon to Whitehall. We will also see a"
YouTube Link 2024-11-30T00:00Z 64.9K followers, 19.8K engagements
"MRL Montana Mainline Part [--] In the American west one place holds a special allure to those who have discovered its splendor.Montana. If you listen closely you just might hear the pulse of a regional railroad that has been beating strongly for nearly a quarter of a century: The Montana Rail Link. Rolling on over [---] miles of former Northern Pacific track through Montana Idaho and Washington State the MRL passes through some of the most splendid scenery the NP had to offer. MRL serves as a bridge line for BNSF Railway between Laurel Montana and Spokane Washington. BNSF trains make up the"
YouTube Link 2011-11-10T03:50Z 63.2K followers, [----] engagements
"Trains and Bears on Rogers Pass Canadian Pacific trains climb the west side of Rogers Pass in British Columbia Canada. Shot in the summer and fall of [----] this program showcases railroading in the rugged and beautiful Selkirk Mountains east of Revelstoke BC. While filming we are visited by a few black bears venturing trackside. This video is a segment from our program "Rogers Pass: Canadian Pacific's Mountain Sub" available on DVD Hi-Definition Blu-ray and Digital Download at 7ideaproductions.com. https://www.7ideaproductions.com/products/rogers-pass_pos=1&_sid=c8dc79a22&_ss=r"
YouTube Link 2022-04-06T14:00Z 54.8K followers, 189.6K engagements
"The Largest Steam Locomotive on Earth Follow Union Pacific Big Boy [----] and the [---] on a special double-header between Cheyenne Wyoming and Ogden Utah. The event coincided with Union Pacific's Spike [---] Celebration commemorating the driving of the golden spike at Promontory Summit Utah in [----]. This is the 4014's first excursion run after being restored to operating condition. Scenes along Sherman Hill and the Wasatch Mountains show Big Boy working over the mountain grades it was originally designed for. This is an excerpt from "Return of the Big Boy" available on DVD and Blu-ray."
YouTube Link 2022-03-29T14:00Z 64.1K followers, 2.3M engagements
"The Long Grade Union Pacific's Cascade Line Part [--] Taken from our [----] release "Through the Oregon Cascades Part 1" follow UP trains as they climb through remote tunnels and snow sheds to the summit of the Cascade Range. The Cascade Mountains of western Oregon are thick with tall timber growing along steep slopes broken by waterfalls and streams. This is the setting for a mountain railroad that climbs from deep within the Willamette Valley to nearly [----] feet above sea level at Cascade Summit. Part 2: The Long Grade continues into the rugged remote back country between Wicopee and Cascade"
YouTube Link 2023-09-22T23:00Z 67K followers, 120.4K engagements
"East to Spokane BNSF's Lakeside Subdivision through eastern Washington Originally released on DVD in [----] Tour BNSF's busy main line through the fertile Palouse region of eastern Washington between Pasco and Spokane. Highlights include the Pasco hump yard Providence Hill and Marshall Canyon where Union Pacific's Washy line parallels the BNSF. This program is available on DVD and Blu-ray at 7ideaproductions.com. https://www.7ideaproductions.com/products/east-to-spokane_pos=1&_sid=9a42787c6&_ss=r 0:00 Intro 3:18 Map 4:20 Pasco 10:19 Pasco East 13:50 Eltopia 15:30 Mesa 18:58 Cactus 22:40 Connell"
YouTube Link 2023-10-13T23:00Z 66.4K followers, 137.3K engagements
"Steam Powered Rotary Snow Plow The Cumbres and Toltec Scenic Railroad demonstrates how the Rio Grande Narrow Gauge cleared snow from their tracks during the winter months. In early [----] BC (Before COVID) the Cumbres and Toltec ran Rotary OY on a photographer's special from Chama New Mexico to the [-----] foot summit of Cumbres Pass in Colorado. Two K-36 Mikado steam locomotives powered the rotary up the 4% grade in an all-steam extravaganza These scenes were taken from our program "Steam and Snow: Rotary OY on Cumbres Pass." It is available on DVD and Blu-ray at 7ideaproductions.com."
YouTube Link 2022-02-01T15:48Z 64.8K followers, 1.7M engagements
"BNSF's New Mexico Main Line The Gallup Sub This program was originally released on DVD in [----] BNSFs Gallup Subdivision cuts through a wild country etched in red rock cliffs high mesas and jagged black formations of ancient lava flows. Running nearly [---] miles from the Arizona border at Lupton to Belen this former Santa Fe route through the "Land of Enchantment" continues to see a high volume of rail traffic. Watch long double stacks hot shot Z trains coal grain and mixed manifests roll beneath the huge sandstone cliffs that mark the southern boundary of the Colorado Plateau. Thrill to the"
YouTube Link 2024-07-19T23:00Z 67K followers, 51.5K engagements
"Tehachapi Union Pacific's Mojave Sub Originally released on DVD in [----] follow the former Southern Pacific's crossing of the Tehachapi Mountains in Southern California. The crown feature is the famous Tehachapi Loop where trains loop over themselves to maintain a manageable grade. Trains have wrapped around this engineering marvel for over [---] years This program is available on DVD and Blu-ray by visiting 7ideaproductions.com. https://www.7ideaproductions.com/products/tehachapi-union-pacifics-mojave-sub_pos=1&_sid=165c0c6d5&_ss=r 0:00 Intro 1:38 Map 2:16 Kern Junction 6:03 Sandcut 11:20 Bena"
YouTube Link 2023-11-25T00:00Z 65.6K followers, 324K engagements
"Rogers Pass Canadian Pacific's Mountain Sub This program was originally released on DVD in [----]. The Selkirk Mountains touch the sky at over [-----] feet in southeastern British Columbia Canada. Encircled by the Columbia River and dressed in a richly forested garment the sheer jagged peaks produce an aura of beauty and danger. Deep within the heart of these mountains a transcontinental rail line passes through two different tunnels: the five mile long Connaught Tunnel and the nine mile long Mount Macdonald Tunnel which is the longest railway tunnel in the western hemisphere. This is Canadian"
YouTube Link 2024-08-23T23:02Z 64K followers, 128.3K engagements
"Into the Feather River Canyon This is one of our first productions from [----]. Union Pacific trains rolling through the incredibly scenic Feather River Canyon from Oroville to Portola California. While on location in the spring and summer of [----] the Feather River Canyon was busy with a nearly constant parade of stack trains in addition to auto racks and manifest trains. The following year would see a significant reduction of traffic after UP re-routed their intoermodal trains over nearby Donner Pass. In addition to the UP BNSF trackage rights trains also use the line as part of their Inside"
YouTube Link 2023-11-03T23:00Z 66.7K followers, 152.6K engagements
"UNION PACIFIC's Sidney Sub Part [--] - Sidney to North Platte Part two of our series on Union Pacific's Sidney Subdivision in Nebraska covers the eastern half of the line between Sidney and North Platte. The double track main line follows Lodgepole Creek and the historic Lincoln Highway (US 30) through charming small towns including Lodgepole Chappell and Julesburg (Colorado). It takes a new course following the South Platte River through the famous western town of Ogallala as it heads to its final destination of Bailey Yard at North Platte. Monster manifests pushing three miles long ply the"
YouTube Link 2024-04-05T23:00Z 64.2K followers, 67.8K engagements
"Coal Trains of the Powder River Basin - The Orin Sub Originally released in [----] BNSF and Union Pacific coal trains ply the Orin Subdivision in Wyoming's Powder River Basin between Donkey Creek Junction and Shawnee Junction. The Powder River Basin lies between Wyomings Bighorn Mountains and the Black Hills of South Dakota. Thirteen active mines produce over [---] million tons of low-sulfur coal each year and it is up to the BNSF Railway and Union Pacific to transport it from the mines to customers throughout the United States and various ports for export. Over [---] miles of coal hoppers roll"
YouTube Link 2024-03-15T23:00Z 66K followers, 323.9K engagements
"Winter on the Pocatello Sub UP's Main Line from Idaho to Wyoming Trains and snow Visit this seldom-seen portion of Union Pacific's Oregon Short Line route through Idaho and Wyoming. We will begin in Pocatello and head east to Granger where the Oregon Short Line route joins UP's busy Omaha to Ogden main line west of Green River. Besides Pocatello we will visit McCammon Lava Hot Springs Pebble Bancroft Soda Springs Montpelier Harer Fossil and Granger. This program was shot in January [----]. 0:00 Intro Map 1:05 Pocatello 3:46 McCammon 8:53 Lava Hot Springs 10:41 Blaser 14:17 Pebble 19:17 Bancroft"
YouTube Link 2024-03-22T23:00Z 66.9K followers, 75.9K engagements
"Farewell MRL [--] DVD Preview ere is our latest DVD release in the four-part series covering the Montana Rail Link in its last years of operation. This program continues east across Montana Rail Links Second Subdivision over Winston Hill and through Lombard Canyon to Logan. See the Helena Local working to Montana City and Townsend. Catch the Jimbo Train in action setting out ties at Toston. The system-wide LM (Laurel to Missoula) and ML (Missoula to Laurel) trains make an appearance pulling long manifests. In addition to mainline action we will head up the former NPs Butte Line through Three"
YouTube Link 2023-09-18T16:47Z 78.2K followers, [----] engagements
"Farewell MRL Part [--] Bozeman Pass and the Yellowstone River This final episode covers the eastern portion of the railroad from Logan to MRLs busy yard in Laurel. In between these two points is the legendary grade of Bozeman Pass. Manned helpers based in Livingston assist both east and westbound trains over the summit and we will watch them working in summer and winter. East of Livingston the mountain grade gives way to fast running along the scenic Yellowstone River. Spectacular aerial footage shows the classic Northern Pacific shops in Livingston and the sprawling yard at Laurel. Available on"
YouTube Link 2024-12-07T03:57Z 78.6K followers, 48.6K engagements
"BNSF's Mojave Main Line Desert Railroading on the Southern Transcon through the Mojave Desert between Pisgah and Cadiz California. Heavy Main Line trains race through Ludlow and climb over Ash Hill passing the former stations of Klondike Siberia Baghdad and Amboy. This is an excerpt from our two-hour program "BNSF's Mojave Main Line" available on DVD and Blu-ray. Visit 7ideaproductions.com for more details. https://www.7ideaproductions.com/products/bnsfs-mojave-main-line_pos=1&_sid=29ff4b97d&_ss=r 0:00 Intro 0:41 Pisgah 4:17 Ludlow 6:58 Ash Hill 13:40 Grade Separation 17:02 Klondike 21:21"
YouTube Link 2023-07-22T19:00Z 78.1K followers, 115.9K engagements
"Trestle Derailment Update Work is continuing on the derailment on the Portland and Western Railroad in Toledo Oregon on Wednesday January 21st. The three derailed engines two and a slug remain on the trestle. A temporary construction bridge is being built so heavy lift equipment can safely get to the engines. This video is a quick update. A comprehensive video will be released as soon as the engines are rescued. Thank you for your patience in waiting for an update. If you are interested in the history of this line check out our YouTube video here:"
YouTube Link 2026-01-27T17:11Z 78K followers, 295.6K engagements
"BNSF's Columbia River Sub Wentachee to Spokane Washington Travel to Eastern Washington State and tour a lesser-known rail line that connects Stevens Pass with the busy Funnel. The Columbia River Subdivision begins at Wenatchee which garners the nickname Apple Capital of the World and continues through orchards coulees and wheat fields to Latah Junction in Spokane. This was part of Great Northerns route constructed by the Empire Builder James J. Hill and today serves as BNSFs Northern Transcon. This is your trackside seat to watch trains race along the banks of the Columbia River and sprint"
YouTube Link 2024-05-17T23:00Z 78.6K followers, 81.1K engagements
"Across Arizona Part [--] BNSF'S ARIZONA MAIN LINE Originally released on DVD in [----] In part [--] of this two-part series we continue our trek across the Grand Canyon State between Williams Junction and Lupton at the New Mexico border. Beginning at Williams Junction we explore BNSF's Seligman Subdivision east through Flagstaff while a fast moving snowstorm blows over the Arizona Divide. The weather improves as we follow the Southern Transcon over Canyon Diablo Bridge and through the big sag into Winslow Yard. The high mountain forests transition into open country accented by the vividly shaded"
YouTube Link 2024-01-06T00:00Z 78.2K followers, 68.8K engagements
"Snow Trains at Skykomish Trains battle heavy snow at Skykomish Washington on the west side of Stevens Pass. Amtrak's Empire Builder limps into town after being stranded for several hours by a winter storm. Our film crew narrowly escapes a falling tree. These scenes are from our DVD "Winter on Stevens Pass" which is available on DVD and Blu-ray. https://www.7ideaproductions.com/products/winter-on-stevens-pass_pos=1&_sid=937dcdf8d&_ss=r"
YouTube Link 2022-03-22T14:00Z 73.9K followers, 916.5K engagements
"Farewell MRL Part [--] The Helpers of Mullan Pass Since its founding in October [----] the Montana Rail Link has plied the rails laid down by the Northern Pacific in the Big Sky country of Montana. It has served as a bridge line for the Burlington Northern and later BNSF between Jones Junction Montana and Sandpoint Idaho. In addition to handling main line freight MRL has provided rail service to many local customers along its [---] plus miles of track utilizing several branch lines. In January [----] news of the MRL reaching an agreement with BNSF to end its lease brought many railfans out to Montana"
YouTube Link 2024-11-23T00:00Z 78.6K followers, 38.4K engagements
"Derailed on a Trestle Portland and Western engines derailed on a wooden trestle in Toledo Oregon. This accident occurred on January 21st [----] and we were on the scene just hours after it occurred. This video shows the beginning of the cleanup operation as workers prepare to rescue the stranded locomotives. If you would like a good backstory on this line in western Oregon you can find it here. https://youtu.be/-ZA-cjeXh7Msi=yO50Zzre5UeCMrcb And here: https://youtu.be/UBievh8ETOcsi=KXvdwRgRg2omQXkC And you can own the programs on DVD and Blu-ray here:"
YouTube Link 2026-01-24T00:00Z 78K followers, 349.7K engagements
"Over Sherman Hill.Union Pacific's Laramie Subdivision In Southeast Wyoming the Laramie Mountains mark the division between the Great Plains and the Rockies. Rising to over [----] feet above sea-level the transition from prairie to mountains is subtle except for the Sherman Granite rock outcroppings which dominate the landscape. Three sets of steel rails twist and wind through this remarkable setting with a history dating back to the First Transcontinental Railroad. This is Union Pacific's legendary route over Sherman Hill. Join 7idea Productions as we take you trackside from Cheyenne to"
YouTube Link 2013-09-02T17:17Z 79.3K followers, 45K engagements
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