WMSR # 734

Uploaded: October 13, 2012

Description

Western Maryland Scenic Railroad Engine 734, pulling the excursion train, which runs only on Weekends. Approaching Helmstetter's Curve just outside of La Vale, MD. The region is called "The Mountain Side of Maryland." 5112 1128 ca

This is one of the most photographed scenes - along with the hair pin curve in Maryland.

Exif: F Number: 5.6, Exposure Bias Value: 0.00, ExposureTime: 1/200 seconds, Flash: did not fire, compulsory flash mode, ISO: 100, White balance: Manual white balance, FocalLength: 80.00 mm, Model: Canon EOS 50D

Comments

Joannie Bertucci level-classic November 30, 2012

OMG! My stomach flipped when this image came up Kathy! Very dynamic, perfect bend in the train! Wow, into my fav file! :-) #1501228

Kathryn Wesserling December 01, 2012

It's a reshoot of one I took in 2006 - sitting on the ground next to the rail bed.
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Pat Harry December 02, 2012

I think you were sitting too close!! Do you still have all your body parts?? Very well done! #10446643

Kathryn Wesserling December 02, 2012

Not too close (I was still on the pathway with my hip touching the roadbed.) It's way cool how you can feel the power of the engine roaring by. #10447318

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