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TIPS FOR RAILFANNING

1. Always remember your camera.

2. Remember your Scanner.

3. Remember to bring back batteries for scanner or camera.

4. Always bring a cell Phone(For Emergencies).

5. Take Pictures or film a train form a safe distance(usually 10 feet away from the tracks). If your leg gets hit, your probably too close.

6. At amtrak stations, talk to customer service before going on the platform for pictures. Amtrak police would like to know your up there taking pictures rather than think your up there for trouble.

7. Dont wear rival company gear near one company. ex: Dont wear NS gear near CSX employees.

8. When filming a train, point the camera at the train.

9. Night Time, isant a good time for videos.

10. Have Fun, Be Safe.