This past weekend (February 10/11th, 2024) saw our 1996 coach, #9753, take part in two outings. On Saturday, driver Chris Cassidy took it on a “Back to Vancouver” fan-trip.
The points of interest included Memorial South Park, former Oakridge Transit Centre, Canada Lands Company – Regional Office former RCMP office, Queen Elizabeth Park, Hayes-Anderson Factory Stanley Park, Chilco loop and former Joyce trolley loop.
The tour was designed by Ewan Streit. It was Ewan’s first attempt at routing a fan-trip, and we’re told that the 21 passengers thoroughly enjoyed it. Thanks to Milan, we made a small profit, which allowed us to offset the costs associated with 9753’s next day out on the following day.
(Matthew Walker)
(Photos: Ewan Streit)
The inclement weather couldn’t dampen the enthusiasm of the crowds ling the parade route of the 50th anniversary of the Spring Festival Parade. Nor could it dampen the enthusiasm of our volunteers accompanying 9753 as it travelled the parade route along Pender, Gore & Keefer Sts.
It was a horrible wet day
We all got soaked
There were a few times when the rain slowed.
Most of the time very wet and cold, but it was all worth it! We enjoyed the parade!
(Sue Walker)
The Parade Driver was Anthony Sherst. The hosts: Hubert Leong, Steve Goodman, Ewan Streit, Rian Fatemi, Rob Chew, Francis He, Oscar Kapsa, Ophelia Lo, Leland Babic, Isaac Tam, Martin Wu, Nathen Sheng, Aden Wong, Jacquie Sherst, Matthew Walker, Sue Walker and Lawrence Walker.
Parade photos: Martin Wu and Lawrence Walker) Gung Hay Fat Choy. (新年好)