The Boone & Scenic Valley Railroad Celebrates the Cowboy

Celebrate the National Day of the Cowboy at the Boone and Scenic Valley Railroad on Saturday, July 25th! Throw on your favorite western wear and enjoy a day packed with trains, food, and family fun.
Ride the Rails (1:30 pm or 4:00 pm departures)
Climb aboard a train pulled by our coal-fired steam engine, No. 8419. Choose your seating style:
Valley View Open-Air Car & Rock Island Caboose: Experience a true taste of the rails—hear the whistle, ring the bell, and feel the ash float down from the smokestack!
Classic Coach Class: 1920s coach cars featuring bench seating with operable windows at every seat.
Climate-Controlled Bi-Level Car: Relax in comfort and beat the summer heat.
Chuck Wagon Grub
Whatcha Smokin’ BBQ: The local favorite will be on-site selling their famous, juicy BBQ.
On-Board Concession Car: Stocked and ready with ice-cold Gatorade, chilled candy bars, and ice cream.
Games & Tours
Locomotive Tours: Explore the museum and climb inside the engine room and cab of our classic F-Unit 6540 diesel locomotive.
Rubber Duck Scavenger Hunt: 75 "Cowboy & Cowgirl" rubber ducks are hidden around the depot, gift shop, and museum. If you find one, it's yours to keep! Check the bottom for a lucky number to win a raffle prize announced on our Facebook page.
Fun & Surprises: Enjoy games and activities in the museum and on the grounds. And keep your eyes peeled for the largest cowboy hat you can find!
For tickets call 515.432.4249 (Monday through Friday from 9:00 am until 4:00 pm) or visit www.bsvrr.com/
Best hitch up your wagon and mosey on down to the B&SVRR come Saturday, July 25. We'll see you there, pardner.