NDCU keeping the tradition of Canada Day Smiles with Free Rides on Nelson’s

Nelson District Credit Union Pay for Canada Day Fares – Free Rides for Everyone

Historical Streetcar#23 and Trolley Barn Museum Preview

July 1st 2014 Nelson BC – The Nelson and District Credit Union continue their wonderful tradition of donating the fares for the entire day of July 1 so everyone can ride Streetcar #23 for Free on Canada Day. Along with the Trolley rides the Nelson Electric Tramway Society (NETS) will have fun activities, historical information and a preview of the Trolley Barn museum.

NETS have been seasonally operating the original Nelson trolley, Streetcar #23, on a symbolic route along Kootenay Lake’s majestic waterfront for over 20 years. The society is completely run by volunteers from maintenance, to engineering to conducting and driving. This social enterprise strives to be self-sufficient, but costs of running a 108 year old trolley can add up. That is why NETS is extremely excited about the Canada Day partnership they have with the Nelson and District Credit Union (NDCU).

The NDCU recognize the significance of having StreetCar#23 as an attraction in Nelson. It

Nelson District Credit Union Staff get a sneak peek of the new Museum

provides visitors will another reason to visit this beautiful region, is a destination experience for enthusiasts and fun experience for the family. NETS also provide opportunities people to stay active and contribute to the continuing growth and beauty of our community.

The Streetcar Society is on the brink of opening their new Museum in the Trolley Barn and will be providing people with an early look on Canada Day. NETS feels that it is important to keep our history alive and the addition of the Museum will help them become a year round attraction.

This could not be done without the support from the local community and specifically the

Nelson and District Credit Union Staff checking out the model display of Streetcar#23

Nelson and District Credit Union who have been a big supporter and continue their tradition by paying all the fares for July 1st so everyone rides for free on Canada Day.

If you would like find out more or become a member of the Nelson Electric Tramway Society drop by the NDCU tents in Lakeside Park and at the Trolley Barn next to the soccer fields on July 1st. You can also reach them at 250.352.7672

Last year as a surprise Brianna joined her Dad (Chris Holland) for the annual Father’s Day – Dads ride for Free

No we are not giving away Dad`s but this Sunday June 15th Father`s of any kind ride for free. To give you something fun to do this Father`s Day we recommend coming on down to the waterfront and taking a trip back in history on Streetcar #23 from 11AM to our last run at 4:30PM.  Taking a ride on our 108 year old Trolley will help him feel young again.

Also if you are good Dad we might just let you ring the bell too.

See you on the Rails.

We are on the Rails.  Streetcar#23 is up and running 7 days a week.  The parking lot is finished, the tracks are clean and we are excited to take you on a journey back in time along the wonderful waterfront of Nelson.

It is also the perfect time to get your annual pass or join the volunteers to become a Trolley Driver.

Thank you to all of our maintenance crew and friends that came out to help us get up and ready.  We are looking forward to an exciting season, with special events, tours and potentially a museum.

See you on the Rails!

The Nelson Electric Tramway Society would like to extend their apologies to the wedding parties and private bookings that we have had to cancel.  Our crew are ready and waiting for the construction in the parking lot to be done and the electricity to be turned on.

We are trying to get running ASAP – like hopefully Monday – but please double check with us if you have made prior arrangements or bookings to ensure that we are still on schedule for your event.

Thank you for your patience and understanding, as a group of volunteers that work all year to get the trolley running, we area all very excited to get back on track.

See you on the Rails

Last year the Lakeside Parking Lot Party was a grand event with festivities, shovels and Jim’s awesome coffee

This just in…we are for sure ready to go this Friday May 23rd. Yep this time its for sure, going to happen, in the bag….we hope…according the the paving crew things should be wrapped up this week.  We are even planning a parking lot party on Wednesday May 21st – everyone is invited to celebrate wonderful new lot while cleaning the tracks in preparation for our opening on the 23rd.  (to be frank – its a work party but you are all still invited)

Streetcar#23 is now scheduled to run full time Friday May 23rd.  We will keep you posted if there are any changes and about up and coming events.

Happy Rails

Nelson BC – Streetcar#23 is polished, tuned up, the drivers are ready and excited to bring you the 2014 season.  But wait, what about the tracks, that’s where the maybe comes in.  Currently the Mall Parking Lot Stop is getting a brand new floor, in fact so is 1/3 of the parking lot, as construction crews are fixing up the mall parking lot with new drainage and pavement – Excellent!  They are going to be finished this Sunday and the Trolley crew are

The maintenance crew of StreetCar#23 have everything ready for the 2014 season.

ready to go at a moments notice.

Streetcar#23 is scheduled to be running full time starting this Sunday May 18th, keep your eyes and ears on the lookout and we’ll see you on the tracks.

For more information or to join the trolley team contact us at 250.352.7672.

Happy Rails

Thank you everyone for your wonderful support this year.  We are closed for the season but will be continuing to work on maintenance and the museum project so there is still lots to do.  We look forward to being up and running in spring 2014.  See on the rails.

Thank you very much to everyone that wanted to come on board the Haunted Trolley Tour 2013 Streetcar #23 but we are SOLD OUT – due to demand for this tour we will be hosting it again but cannot confirm when at this time.  Again Thank you for helping make this event a big success and we will update you as soon as possible.

Happy Haunts

The Nelson Paranormal League Returns with

Haunted Heritage Tour 2013 Streetcar #23

Nelson BC – The Nelson Paranormal League (NPL) is back and excited to announce the return of the Haunted Heritage Tour but this time it takes place on the Historical Trolley Streetcar #23.  On Saturday October 5^th and Sunday October 6^th at 5pm people are invited to enjoy a one hour guided tour of Nelson’s paranormal side from the safety of the Nelson Electric Tramway Society’s (NETS) 108 year old Streetcar #23.

The NPL was founded back in 2004, with the mission to investigate and educate people about paranormal activities and the unknown.  They launched the league with a Haunted Heritage tour of Nelson and in 2006 filmed a documentary of their findings at a local Hotel, Haunt at the Hume.

It was when the league started to uncover significant paranormal evidence that they realized they needed to be careful with their findings.  Over time the league found many allies and contacts to help them with their paranormal adventures and they are excited to be back and ready to launch a new era of investigations and tours in Nelson.

This year they are piloting a project with the help of the Nelson Electric Tramway Society (NETS) who have been running Streetcar#23 for over 20 years with the strength of volunteers.  To help the society in return, 50% of all ticket sales will be going directly to NETS in their efforts to keep the trolley system running and their new museum project.

The Haunted Heritage Tour 2013 StreetCar#23 will take people on an hour long adventure on Nelson’s waterfront filled with stories about paranormal investigations, tales of intrigue, and a look into the haunted history of the Kootenays.  The tour begins in Lakeside Park with an introduction to world of the paranormal and why Nelson is a hot bed for ghostly activity, you will then be treated to a variety of stories and first hand adventures with NPL founder and Trolley Motorman Chris Holland.

“The Haunted Heritage Tour is an excellent combination of entertaining facts about the unknown and the interesting stories of Nelson’s past,” Says Chris Holland of the NPL. “It is a historical educational journey that tantalizes the imagination and leaves you wondering and wanting to learn more.”

The Haunted Heritage Tour 2013 Streetcar #23 will only have two runs, Saturday October 5^th and Sunday October 6^th,admission is $8 per person, the tour begins at 5pm loading at Lakeside Park Station.  Tickets are available at the Nelson and District Chamber of Commerce and will sell out quickly.  For more information or to purchase your tickets drop by the chamber office at 225 Hall St. or call 250.352.3433.  You can also check out NelsonStreetCar.org or NelsonParanormalLeague.blogspot.ca for updates.

Good News to all Trolley enthusiasts – StreetCar#23 will be running 7 days a week for the month of September and will be switching to weekends in October until we close after the Thanksgiving Day long weekend.

See you on the rails!