September 4th would be the exact day for this adventure.  We went back to Pioneer Village where we spent a good portion of the morning/early afternoon.

My brother-in-law (Dan) is head Engineer of the train (Engine No. 1) at the Village and here he is in action.

Lets get acquainted with Engine No. 1 – It was built in March of 1899 meaning it has already celebrated its 111th birthday.  Pretty Amazing!

Engine No. 1 in transit

How exciting it was to be there on the rare occasion that the Park uses it.  I think in the summer it runs 2x’s per month and on holidays.  Lucky us to get to see it in motion.

Hubby was the Guest Engineer on the first ride through the park.

Dan knows just what to do to keep that engine chugging on down the tracks

Choo Choo…

Engine No. 1

The Captain doing his thing…That’s my sister-in-law in the center as she was on her post preparing for the opening and ready to greet the passengers…I think it’s so cool that they donate their time to this Village.

After our train ride, hubby and I toured the grounds a little while.

Loved the old buildings on the property and the flowers.

This particular bush/flower was spotted all over Alaska it seems.  I really like how it drools that deep vibrant fuchsia.

An old wheel with antlers next to an old building – Quite clever.

A row of historic buildings – I like how they are all outlined with color.

We visit the Air Museum on the property – and I find my hubby to be my favorite subject.  This was right up his alley.

Some of the same pictures used above but thinned out a bit – you may click on any of the pics to enlarge.

After our tour at the Village, hubby and I visited the local Farmers Market.  I fell in love with this place!  There were so many talented artists and farmers with all their goods.  It was such a great way to spend the late afternoon/evening.

And this wraps up another day in Fairbanks…To be continued…

Blessings – Debbie