For the first time, all five surviving Maine twofoot gauge steam engines were brought together. A number of photo specials were operated on the Wiscasset, Waterville & Farmington Railway of Alna, ME where, in partnership with the Maine Narrow Gauge Railway Museum and the help of Maine Locomotive & Machine Works, three different operating engines brought together to recreate what was once a sight of 24" gauge steam from the late 19th century to 1933.

Regular power on the WW&F is 044T #9. It was joined by Monson 044T #3 and Bridgton & Saco River 244T #7 for a series of runbys. All three engines have been restored in the last five years, and this was the first time all three were brought together for a variety of photo opportunities. Monson #4 and B&SR #8 were also brought in for photos around the turntable.

With authentic 24" gauge equipment being operated through snow covered terrain in below freezing temperatures, it was a fitting tribute to the twofoot gauge steam of Maine as it once was.

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