Sunday, July 28 - Country Dinner to Big Valley

(Steam) (A) Outstanding collection of hand-tools in the railway car museum cars is one the largest and best of its kind in Alberta. Be sure to spend some time in these coaches immediately south of the Big Valley station. Trip includes sliced meat and potato salad buffet meal and entertainment. Departs Stettler 11:00 a.m. Returns Stettler 3:55 p.m. Sponsored by Heartland Glass – Stettler

Fri., Aug. 2 - Old-Time Family Picnic Special

(Steam) (A) Bring Grandma, Grandpa & kids and enjoy old fashioned family picnic, and what would a picnic be without oven-fried chicken, potato salad, and buttered corn on the cob. Games for the children and entertainment for the adults are featured. Departs Stettler 2:30 p.m. Returns Stettler 7:55 p.m. Sponsored by Richards Insurance Services – The Cooperators

Saturday, Aug. 3 - Newfoundlander Special

(Steam) (D) Enjoy a little bit of “The Rock” right here in Alberta and feast on steak and lobster. Included are guaranteed train robbery, on board entertainment and Down-East entertainment at supper. And what would a Newfoundlander Special be without complementary “East Coast” beer and blue berry wine with the meal. And as an added bonus, Ever wonder who these people are who call themselves Métis? This is your chance to visit a hivernant, meet the people of the plains in their colourful sashes and Hudson’s Bay coats, and see their handicrafts. Departs Stettler 2:30 p.m. Returns Stettler 7:55 p.m. Sponsored by Nicol Flooring & Paint 1978 Ltd. - Stetler

Sun., August 4 - Country Dinner to Big Valley

(Steam) (A) Don’t be surprised if bandits show-up. We have been having a bunch of trouble with the notorious Reynolds Raiders over the last few years and try as they may the railway police seem baffled as to how to catch them. And yes! You should be safe while visiting Jimmy Jock Boardwalk, the little town within a town. Includes an Alberta roast beef buffet and entertainment. Departs Stettler 2:30 p.m. Returns Stettler 7:25 p.m. Sponsored by Doug’s Tank Truck Service - Stettler

Mon., Aug. 5 - Rail Fans Special to Big Valley

(Steam) (A) This is Alberta Prairie’s annual event showcasing railway equipment and locomotives. Highlight will be a photo roll-by featuring steam-locomotive No. 41 and visit to historic railway town. Locomotives and other rail equipment on display and open to public. This trip is really a “Country Dinner” with an added feature. Locomotive No. 41 will pull train to Big Valley and back to Stettler. Includes an Alberta roast beef buffet. Departs Stettler 11:00 a.m. Returns Stettler 5:10 p.m. Sponsored by Hulley’s Hideaway Art Gallery - Big Valley