Skunk Train

As we make our way through this winter together, we at the Skunk Train want to remind our friends and fellow residents to mask up, stay distanced, and wash your paws not because it’s required, but because it’s the right thing to do. Together we can help protect one another, and keep society functioning there’s clear track ahead, we just need to stay vigilant so we can all stay safe and well.

Jingle bells, jingle bells-jingle all the way- Oh, what fun it is to ride on the Christmas Train today! Don't forget to reserve your spot on our Magical Christmas Train this December! Tickets sell out fast and you won't want to miss out on the fun. This year's Christmas train will feature and socially distanced visit from Santa Claus, a reading of Skippy the TrainDeer by the author herself, lots of cheery holiday tunes, and we'll send you on your way with a goodie bag of holiday treats from us! Visit our website or give us a call to book today! 707.964.6371

Give the gift of fun in the future! Our gift cards can be purchased in any amount, and never expire the perfect gift to have you or your loved ones dreaming about all the fun that’s yet to come aboard the Skunk Train! Have a true train lover in your life? Our annual passes will allow them to take a ride aboard the Skunk any time they want! And of course, our online shop is full of great gift ideas! https://fareharbor.com//book/skunk/items/133461/calendar/

We may not get blankets of snow but we still have plenty of Christmas Cheer! Only a few more weeks to hop aboard our Magical Christmas Train and create some wonderful holiday memories. This years train will be socially distanced, with jolly holiday music, a reading by the author of the delightful story Skippy the TrainDeer, and a visit from Santa Claus himself (socially distanced - as he safely passes through your coach). We'll bid you adieu with a goodie bag full of treats from us to enjoy at home. Visit our website or call the depot to reserve your spot today! 707.964.6371 Happy Holidays from the #skunktrain !

Take a ride on the Magical Christmas Train out of Willits or Fort Bragg to get your season off to a beautiful start! Although this season looks slightly different than years past, the magic is out in force! Climb aboard to the sounds of holiday music playing in the background, a more socially distanced train ride, with a reading of Skippy the TrainDeer by Author Shelle Hart, and a socially distanced visit from Santa as he passes through your railroad coach. Local discounts are available for residents of Mendocino, Lake, and Humboldt counties! Our busier days do sell out, so we recommend purchasing tickets in advance!

Did you know we're also called The California Western Railroad? Originally built by the Fort Bragg Redwood Company as the Fort Bragg Railroad in 1885 to carry coast redwood logs from the dense forests to a lumber mill west of Fort Bragg. Today, we only carry people to admire those same beautiful redwood forests, and you know us as The Skunk Train! Great photo from @fancyfitzee

Get a jump on your Christmas shopping and find the perfect gift for the train lover in your life (or a nice gift for yourself) with our fabulous Cyber Monday sale! Take 25% off all merchandise in our online shop between midnight, Monday, November 30th, and 11:59pm Friday, December 4th!

We've got just one Pumpkin Express train left for the season! Come join us this Sunday for seasonal treats, beautiful sights, and pumpkin patch fun. Snatch up these last few tickets before they're gone! Thanks for the great photo! @jenapoohbrazda

All aboard The Skunk! Enjoy the crisp fall air and groves of ancient redwood forest from one of our historic trains. Riders enjoy the same pristine views that have remained largely unchanged for well over a century. Come join us for the experience of a lifetime! Photo @thechickenpapa

The successful candidate for the position of Guest Operations Manager should possess an outgoing personality who interacts well with guests and the Skunk Train team. This hands-on position will have the ideal candidate working in an office environment one moment, on the sales floor the next or in our retail / concession operations on the train. This position supervises the Station Operations Managers for both Fort Bragg and Willits. ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES (INCLUDING BUT NO...T LIMITED TO) Implement, use, and train staff on a POS system. Manage all aspects of inventory control, ordering, receiving and merchandise display. Maintains proper sales records. Keeps merchandise stocked and organized in all retail locations. Work on product development. Manage all aspects of vendor relations. Implement procedures and train staff on proper food and beverage service. Assist with opening and closing duties. Selling merchandise and tickets, confirming reservations, answering phones. Provide information and offer additional services to guests to enhance their visit to our area. Fully understand and support Skunk Train’s Mission Statement. Other duties as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS Must have a good working knowledge of windows-based software programs. Must have good organizational skills with the ability to maintain flexibility in carrying out daily job duties. Must be able to effectively handle stressful situations in a public setting and resolve guest related problems in a professional manner. Must be able to establish and maintain an effective professional working relationship with other department heads and staff. Must possess good interpersonal skills with the ability to read, write, and speak English; communicate professionally, effectively and clearly face-to-face, and in written communication. PREFERRED SKILLS Foreign Language At least 2 years of management in a retail setting. ADDITIONAL NOTES Pre-employment drug screen, physical, and background check required prior to hiring. Employment will be 30+ hours per week and includes excellent benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance (100% company paid for employee-only coverage), 401(k) retirement, paid holidays and paid

Only a few Sundays left to hop aboard the magical Pumpkin Express Train! Enjoy autumnal treats on board the train, and when you arrive walk the pumpkin patch, explore the nearby redwoods, take photos, and choose your very own pumpkin to bring back on the train with you. It only comes around once a year, so give us a call or book online today!

Loving this video from HI Travel Tales of our Railbike experience! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HHwMc3dvI4s

Position available in Fort Bragg. The world-famous Skunk Train is a standard gauge passenger railroad that was founded in 1885, and operates 40 miles between Fort Bragg and Willits, in Mendocino County, California. The successful candidate for this position should possess an outgoing personality who interacts well with guests and the Skunk Train team. Greet all guests in a pleasant manner while providing a friendly and sociable service in a clean and comfortable environment. ...The Retail Agent is responsible for assisting customers in all facets of front-line retail operations. ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES (INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO) Greet customers when they enter the store, offer assistance in locating merchandise, and respond to questions regarding merchandise. Restock items as necessary. Keep storeroom neat and clean. Complete customer purchases process all payment types, and process returns, refunds, and exchanges. Maintain cash and credit card receipts utilizing computerized point of sale cash register. Follow checklist for opening and closing store. Secure store and monitor customer activity to prevent losses due to merchandise theft and damage. Receive freight, price and prepare Skunk Train souvenir goods for merchandising. Provide excellent customer service for both direct and phone customers. Coordinate with Gift Shop staff and other departments to maintain safety and superior customer service. Selling Tickets, confirming reservations, answering phones. Provide information and offer additional services to guests to enhance their visit to our area. Fully understand and support Skunk Train’s Mission Statement. Other duties as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS Must have a good working knowledge of windows-based software programs. Must have good organizational skills with the ability to maintain flexibility in carrying out daily job duties. This position requires good judgment skills and the ability to communicate in a professional manner. Must be a strong team player and have good communication skills Must be able to effectively handle stressful situations in a public setting and resolve guest related problems in a professional manner. Must be able to establish and maintain an effective professional working relationship with co-workers, Must possess good interpersonal skills with the ability to read, write, and speak English; communicate professionally, effectively and clearly face-to-face, and in written communication. PREFERRED SKILLS Foreign Language At least 2 years customer service experience in a hospitality industry. ADDITIONAL NOTES Pre-employment drug screen and background check required prior to hiring. Please email your resume to [email protected] or stop by the Fort Bragg depot to fill out an application.

Love this shot from @bbnko.photo ! Don't forget to share all of your Skunk Train adventures with us using the #skunktrain hashtag! We love to see them.

Everyone could use a little magic in their lives. How about a historic train ride through towering forests of ancient redwoods and ferns, surrounded by a little misty mysterious fog? We think that'll do the trick! Come ride on the Skunk Train! | Great photo from @thechickenpapa

It’s always a great day when Paul Bunyan pays us a visit and we appreciate him wearing his mask and keeping a good social distance (the 6’ axe helps).

Our long time fans will already know the origin of the name Skunk, but for all the new faces here's the scoop! The nickname Skunk originated in 1925, when motorcars were introduced. These single unit, self-propelled motorcars had gasoline-powered engines for power and pot-bellied stoves burning crude oil to keep the passengers warm. The combination of the fumes created a very pungent odor, and the old timers living along the line said these motorcars were like skunks, You... could smell them before you could see them. Although the smell is now much reduced, we still like to think of ourselves as that little Skunk running through the redwoods! Great photo from @jonny.does.photography ! See more

Adventure awaits! Unleash your inner child and pedal through the redwoods on our one of a kind custom-built railbikes. Peddling along our historic tracks, you’ll experience a new freedom on the rails, unlike anything else. Without the need to steer, you’re able to look around at the wonder of this untouched stretch of the natural world, spotting blue herons, osprey, an occasional lounging turtle, perhaps a playful river otter or a frolicking deer! | Great photo by @cassiescompass !