COVID-19 SAFETY PLAN


COVID-19 SAFETY PLAN


As we welcome you aboard our train, the safety of our passengers and staff is our highest priority.

As a result, we are instituting the following changes to our operational procedures, and requiring that passengers and staff adhere to additional health and safety rules while on our property.


UPDATED JULY 22, 2021:

  • We are no longer limiting capacity aboard the train.

  • The Snack Bar is open, but we are continuing to prohibit food and beverages from being consumed inside Greenbank Station or aboard the coaches.


SCHEDULE & OPERATIONAL CHANGES:

  • If there is inclement weather, the excursion may be cancelled.


FOR OUR PASSENGERS:

  • Those who have been exposed to COVID-19 within the 2 weeks prior to their excursion or those who have symptoms of COVID-19 (including extreme fatigue, fever over 99.5 degrees, cough, diarrhea, nausea, headache, loss of smell or taste) MUST NOT visit.

  • All passengers age 2+ MUST wear a face covering while in Greenbank Station and aboard our train, unless you have an underlying health condition. Please notify us at ticketinfo@wwrr.com if a health condition prohibits you from wearing a face covering and you are interested in riding the train.

  • Hand sanitizer stations will be available at Greenbank Station and aboard the train.

  • The Snack Bar is open, but food and beverages cannot be consumed inside Greenbank Station or aboard the coaches. However, food and beverages may be brought aboard the train to be enjoyed at Mt. Cuba Picnic Grove. Those renting the Birthday Caboose are permitted to bring and consume their own food and beverages aboard the caboose.

  • Passengers are required to follow the directions of our staff at all times, including when boarding and disembarking from the train.


FOR OUR STAFF:

  • Those who have been exposed to COVID-19 within the 2 weeks prior to their scheduled work day or those who have symptoms of COVID-19 (including extreme fatigue, fever over 99.5 degrees, cough, diarrhea, nausea, headache, loss of smell or taste) MUST NOT report to work.

  • All staff MUST wear a face mask at all times while on Greenbank Station property and aboard the train.

  • Gloves MUST be worn by our staff when coming in direct contact with the public. This includes during the boarding and disembarking of the train or if emergency medical attention is needed.


ABOARD THE TRAIN:

  • All passengers age 2+ MUST wear a face covering while aboard the train, unless you have an underlying health condition. Please notify us at ticketinfo@wwrr.com if a health condition prohibits you from wearing a face covering and you are interested in riding the train.

  • Hand sanitizer stations will be available aboard the train.

  • The Birthday Caboose will continue to be available, but caboose capacity will be limited to 15 people.

  • Coach and caboose windows will be required to be open to create air circulation through the train.

  • You may bring food and beverages aboard the train to be enjoyed at the Mt. Cuba Picnic Grove, but food and beverages cannot be consumed aboard the train. However, those renting the Birthday Caboose will be permitted to bring and consume their own food and beverages.

  • Train crew will be punching tickets.


AT GREENBANK STATION:

  • All guests age 2+ MUST wear a face covering while in Greenbank Station. Please notify us at ticketinfo@wwrr.com if a health condition prohibits you from wearing a face covering and you are interested in riding the train.

  • No-touch faucets and paper towel dispensers have been installed for your convenience and protection.

  • Hand sanitizer stations will be available at Greenbank Station.

  • A limited number of tickets will be available at Greenbank Station on the day of the excursion. Advanced reservations are strongly advised.

  • Guests MUST follow social distancing guidelines while on Greenbank Station property.

  • The Greenbank Gift Shop is open and clear protective barriers have been installed at all point-of-sale counters.

  • The Snack Bar is open, but food and beverages cannot be consumed inside Greenbank Station or aboard the coaches. However, food and beverages may be brought aboard the train to be enjoyed at Mt. Cuba Picnic Grove. Those renting the Birthday Caboose are permitted to bring and consume their own food and beverages aboard the caboose.






We are excited to welcome you aboard the Wilmington & Western! During this unprecedented time, we hope that a ride aboard our historic train will provide you and your family with what it has always provided: an escape from the monotony of life, and a chance to spend time surrounded by the beauty of the Red Clay Valley. With your help and cooperation we will do this safely, and provide the fun, relaxing and enjoyable experience for which we have come to be known.

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