Thursday, 2 February, 2012
New work opportunity. submitted on 14:41 EST by wf94ever
| We have been asked by the Pocahontas District to tender for some Maintainence of Ways contracts.Obviously we need this type of work to keep our heads above the water, or whatever. In order for us to be able to complete these contracts, if they happen to come our way, we have leased 3 additional pieces of kit, a tanker,a track bed graveler and a Jordan Spreader. These can be found in the MOW part of the roster. If by chance you are already an engineer with BisonRail you will probably already have these.
I will keep you posted as to how the negotiations are progressing.
keith |
Sunday, 22 January, 2012
Haulin' coal. submitted on 05:49 EST by wf94ever
| Today I have started adding new activities for the Pocahontas route. At the moment I am not sure how many activities will be involved, there could be a dozen or more.These were first written for the BisonRail VR and all I have done is change the rolling stock. Some things such as file names cannot be amended, so if you come across something that starts BRS -****, please ignore it.
For those of you who prefer to see on a map exactly where you are going, I have used Craig Kawahara's. This is a map of some 80 or so pages, but the ones you will need for this series are :14, 14A, 14B, 14C, 14D, 15, 16 and 17.
Please enjoy.
keith |
Friday, 6 January, 2012
A new Manager for the Mojave Division submitted on 15:31 EST by wf94ever
| | I am pleased to announce that Rick Duncan has taken over the duties following the retirement of Thomas Sturny. I have known Rick for many years and I am sure he will manage the division impeccably. |
Thursday, 29 December, 2011
2012 NEW HIRE SIGN ON BONUS submitted on 11:47 EST by cbff33
| Starting January 1, 2012 and running until further notice, the VPARR is implementing a V$1000 hiring bonus for all new hires. There are restrictions, and they are as follows. You must meet the requirements as set forth on the application page. The bonus will be paid to your VPARR payroll. The first 500 dollars will be paid at the 90 day mark of employment. You must have a green call board status, and cannot have taken any leave during the 1st 90 days. The second $500 will be paid at the 180 day mark, and again, you must have a green callboard status, and not have taken any leave of absence in the first 180 days of employment.
Just a reminder. VPARR runs both freeware, and payware routes. VPARR runs both default stock, freeware stock, and payware stock. Ownership of all payware items ARE NOT mandatory. Just the more you have, the more you can run. Knowledge of working with your MSTS files, installing routes, and rolling stock, is required. For the less experienced user, a great start is the VNERR.
So come and join, and become a member of this great virtual railroad. |
Thursday, 8 December, 2011
The P&A to continue! submitted on 13:39 EST by Cats Clawson
| | Great news for the P&A! $ engineers have stepped up to help maintain the P&A as one of the great virtual RR's in the world! Special thanks to each of them! It is a great Christmas present. |
Sunday, 9 October, 2011
P&A promotes 5 to Division Managers submitted on 22:02 EST by Cats Clawson
| The P&A is proud to announce the promotion of 5 engineers to Division Managers. They are as follows:
Jay Thomson-----------Bluefield Division
Thomas Sturny---------Mojave Division
Mark Drinkle----------Canadian East
Rick Duncan-----------Rocky Mountain
Joe Lawrence----------Canadian West
We wish them the best! |
Sunday, 25 September, 2011
New Division submitted on 15:35 EST by Cats Clawson
| | The P&A is excited to announce the formation of a new division. The Bluefield Division has been added to the P&A Railroad. It comprises the following routes. Clinch Valley, East River and the Pocahontas. Special thanks to Thomas Sturny for his help! New activities will be written and posted as time allows. |
Thursday, 11 August, 2011
New Subs for the P&A submitted on 14:01 EST by Cats Clawson
| | The P&A has acquired 2 new Subs. One is the West Colton which will be added to the Mojave Division and the other the Colorado Sub which will be added to the Rocky Mountain Division. Don Karch finished the connecting route from Gleenwood Springs to Grand Junction. The West Colton Route is a 3DTrainStuff route with wonderful equipment by Diesels West. Both will have activities added as time permits. |
Monday, 13 June, 2011
Business trains make inspections... submitted on 18:41 EST by Cats Clawson
| | Starting in June, the P&A executives have been traveling on the P&A Business trains making inspections on all of our Divisions. So far all has been found to be in exceptional shape. A few track issues have been found on the Mactier Sub but nothing of major concern. The P&A has had a few new engineers join our ranks and with the new Rocky Mountain Division we hope for more. I was also reported that a "special" train was being planned for the upcoming holiday. |
Tuesday, 10 May, 2011
It's official............ submitted on 08:10 EST by Cats Clawson
| | Sources at the P&A today announced the acquiring of 5 new properties. 4 belonging to the D&RGW and one on the coast of southern California. Green River Sub, Tennessee Pass, Moffat and Colorado Joint Line will be added and the route of the Surfliner in southern California. Exciting news! |
Thursday, 5 May, 2011
P&A aquires new property...maybe! submitted on 19:03 EST by Cats Clawson
| | Negotiations have almost been concluded on the acquisition of new property. The D&RGW has long been of interest to the P&A. An unconfirmed source has assured us that the P&A has made serious move to obtain new lines close to the Soldier summit sub. One can only guess that the Green River, Tennessee Pass and Moffit route are what is planned. Any solid info will be presented as soon as it can be confirmed. |
Monday, 18 April, 2011
P&A announces Business Trains submitted on 21:59 EST by Cats Clawson
| | The P&A has announced today the upcoming release of a East and West business train. Please check the forums for all the news. |
Friday, 18 March, 2011
Attention "ALCO" lovers submitted on 22:29 EST by Cats Clawson
| | The P&A has found some old Alco Century Series units. Yes they are in rough shape but will be runnable in a short time. There are 2 C630's, 3 C628's and 3 C425's. It's a shame that parts are so hard to find. |
Sunday, 6 March, 2011
GP40-2 units to help ease power issue. submitted on 10:59 EST by Cats Clawson
| | With the growth of the P&A over the past few years, the Superintendent of Engines has added 7 GP40-2 power units. As he stated, they will certainly help give some of the well used SD40-2 units a break. Look for them in the Roster section of PATS. |
Sunday, 20 February, 2011
ES44AC Units on way! submitted on 22:18 EST by Cats Clawson
| | 3 new ES44AC units for the P&A are on their way. They have outstanding pulling capabilities and are very economic on fuel. Management is always concerned about saving money on fuel costs! Look for them in the Roster section of PATS. |
Sunday, 6 February, 2011
Where to spend your hard earned virtual money! submitted on 23:44 EST by Cats Clawson
| | If you have ever wondered where you can spend all that hard earned virtual money you have from running acts here at the P&A, keep your eyes open for the new "P&A Store". Here you will be able to buy different pieces of equipment for your railroading pleasure. More details will be posted in the forums in the upcoming week. |
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