This website is dedicated to the memory of Larry G. Bacon 1940-2004
Future of Tourism
April 15, 2008- The Central Oregon and Pacific Railroad ( CORP) failed to secure a new shipping agreement with the shippers for the Siskiyou line, from Black Butte to Medford. This failure to obtain a new contract impacted the financial outcome of the Yreka Western Railroad, as it connects to the CORP in Montague. Negotiations have been ongoing to resolve this shipping dilemma and restore freight service.
During this time, Yreka Western Railroad, which is owned by the non-profit Rocky Mountain Railway & Mining Museum, has seen a loss in most freight revenue and has seen its 2008 tourism numbers severely impacted by the flailing economy and California wildfires.
Due to these and other factors, the Yreka Western Railroad has been forced to put on hold its tourist railroad operation.
The future of tourism on Yreka Western Railroad is unclear. A loss of of this Siskiyou County attraction would negatively impact the county, the Cities of Yreka and Montague, and tourism in the region.
MISSING CAT
His name is Oscar and he was last seen on the Yreka Western Railroad Property. Oscar is a Blue Russian/mix about 1 year old, green eyes,a charcoal colored coat, and a shorter than average tail. He is very friendly and will come when called by his name. A reward will be given to the person that returns him to Yreka Western Railroad. Thetelephone number is 530-842-4146.
Please contact us with any information regarding Oscar.
Thank you
300 E Miner Street, Yreka, California (800) 973-5277
