John,
I was able to run over most the track with my track blower Thurs, just before the meet. There were a few sections that I just didn't have time to clean, since I was at TM only one day. Leaving my house at 5 am and trying to get back to Redding before dark, left me with only about 6 hours on the track, with the shortening days in Autumn. I used my hand-held blower for many of the sidings and intersections. I couldn't believe how thick the pine needles can build up in only a few weeks. I wish I could get back up there again this fall before the snow starts falling, but I kind of doubt it. There is going to be a lot of leaves on Aspen Grove loop. You all have fun at the fall colors meet.
Charlie Meinershagen