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BNSF Offers "All Facilities" Tour
at the 2009 NMRA/LSR Convention
Larry Swigert, 2009 LSR Convention Publicity and Communications Chair

FRIDAY, JUNE 5th PROTOTYPE TOUR: “The BNSF Network Operations Center”:

Ever wonder how BNSF dispatches its nationwide rail system?

Join us in Dallas-Ft. Worth at this year's NMRA/LSR SUPER Convention, the "Trinity River Interchange", for a rare "all facilities" tour inside the BNSF Network Operations Center in Fort Worth and see how BNSF dispatches nearly the entire railroad from one room in the corporate headquarters in Fort Worth.

At this location BNSF has 4 vintage business cars.At this location BNSF has 4 vintage business cars.
They have been carefully and totally restored in every detail.They have been carefully and totally restored in every detail.

Inside the BNSF Headquarters, we will first tour the museum and art work display.Inside the BNSF Headquarters, we will first tour the museum and art work display.
Then, up to the second floor, cross what is known as "the bridge" to a 100 seat viewing room.Then, up to the second floor, cross what is known as "the bridge" to a 100 seat viewing room.

Photography will be allowed.

There, we will be treated to a 15 minute presentation on BNSF, the National Operations Center, and what you are about to see.

Following the presentation, the curtains across the front of the room will open and you will be utterly amazed at what appears before your eyes… a huge, football field sized room, full of giant TV screens and people busy controlling the BNSF rail operations.

Your host will describe what is going on and answer any questions you may have.
PLEASE NOTE: Taking pictures here is okay, but NO "FLASH " PICTURES ARE ALLOWED!

Then, you will return downstairs to the BNSF Store where you can pick up a souvenir or two as a remembrance of your visit.

In all, the tour of the BNSF Network Operations Center will certainly be one of the highlights of your convention vacation!

The BNSF Network Operations Center Tour ... Another great reason to come to your 2009 NMRA Lone Star Region SUPER Convention, the Trinity River Interchange".

Be sure and sign up for this tour NOW before it is full!!

TOUR RULES::
Please note: We are THEIR guests on THEIR property in a "high security" industry. All rules must be followed for security reasons. There will be NO EXCEPTIONS!
**Must have valid photo ID (prefer valid driver's license) for everyone 16 and up. It will be checked. No I.D... no tour for security reasons!
**Photography will be allowed but limited in certain areas (example- NO FLASH PICTURES when viewing the large main control room). This will be discussed in their orientation.
** Children under 16 years of age must stay with their parent or guardian AT ALL TIMES!
**The bus will leave ON TIME. No waiting... Snooze ya' lose. Be good to check with Les Brandt or the Information Booth well ahead of time and find out where and what time your departure is scheduled for.
**If you come in your own transportation and you are late... You just missed the tour with no refund. Getting there as "a group" with NO stragglers is a MUST! Also, be sure and check with Les Brandt to find out where you are to park.
**And if your name is not on the "pre-approved and name tagged list", you are NOT on the tour. Check with Les Brandt well ahead of time to make sure you are "on the pre-approved list".
** Last rule... Have fun! This as a very special treat for us to get to see this rarely opened facility! It is an amazing, almost mind blowing place to visit! You'll long remember your visit to the BNSF!