Trains, Barge Canal & Steaks By the Track

[@VirtualRailfan]

I know we’re not the only ones who get excited when there’s a notification from Distant Signal… 🤣 Another beauty Mr. Harmon!

[@AbramRRproductions]

Hello virtual railfan, I’m a big fan

[@richardforschler2448]

Same virtual Railfan.. one of your fans here love what you do!!

[@RC944jim]

I watch your Fairport cam a lot 👍

[@JerseyRails104]

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[@rushylvania.northern]

Didn't know virtual railfan enjoyed Danny's video

[@chrisperry1151]

McDonald’s coffee - check! Knock down a signal - check! Foreign power - check! Surf & Turf dinner - check! Another great video = A++++

[@johnverderber3127]

Danny, Your channel is the best. Your narration is second to none. Thank you

[@icebolt0864]

He narrated the crossing gates going up - we all know the crossing gates go up - but Dan does it with **Style** 👌👌

[@MellowYe77ow]

He works in advertising and does voiceover work for commercials, so he has a lot of experience.

[@Unioncityforge]

You, Sir, and this channel, are just about the best thing that’s ever happened to KZbin! Please keep it up, or I’ll have nothing to look forward to!

[@stonewall3041]

I always hit the "like" button before I even watch the video, because I've never been disappointed. 👍

[@alexlorenz4103]

Clicked as soon as I saw the notification!

[@lucam06]

Same!

[@triadrailfanproductions]

Same!

[@Treysrailfanning]

​@@triadrailfanproductions AYEEEE JACKK

[@richardhammel8313]

Me,too!!!

[@hallze3737]

Lucky duck

[@billwilson6670]

Chasing trains, exploring, and cooking out, all with your son. What a lucky man you are.

[@shawnpowell5876]

Another spectacular video Danny! Its always a great day when you post a new video for us railfans. Those steaks looked delicious and figured they had to be quite tasty! Thanks again for sharing your videos with us along with your PRICELESS time and effort! Cheers from Delmar, Delaware.

[@jakethomas5338]

Love the little "Cookin' with Railfan Danny" segment! :)

[@noahater5785]

Yep, cooking the beans while they’re still in the can is genius to avoid lugging around heavy and bulky pots and pans, too bad it’s kind of a slow process on low heat to avoid catching the label on fire and subsequently tainting your own beans with whatever noxious fumes would be produced from the label burning up.

[@sonartech7721]

A new Distant Signal video with Danny and Robert are always awesome to relax to on a beautiful evening!!!!

[@Mister-Mike]

"why are we going to the boys camp" made me actually LOL. Love you Danny.

[@Papascoffs]

Damn those steaks looked good!

[@Rich206L]

Danny, your channel is without peer, no one else comes close to the quality videography and outstanding commentary you give us with every video.I wish that you could post more often, but I settle for whatever and whenever you post. Have a great 2023! Rich

[@distantsignal]

Thanks very much, Rich. Yes, I wish I could post more often. Maybe next year depending on events...and this economy.

[@ottoroth9377]

Ya know Dan, couldn't get any better than spending the day with your son, railing and eating a good campfire meal. Enjoy these times together! Take care!

[@distantsignal]

You got that right, Otto. Gotta enjoy it while you can.

[@jeffrumbach150]

Danny there nothing more important than spending as much time with your child and building a meomery together and what a beautiful picture having camp out with you and you son together at Lake lockloosa !!!!! Priceless

[@squibrail4014]

I saw steaks in the title. That's all I needed. I like that you added the canal, dam, and incomplete bridge to the video. A little Florida history. Thanx for the tip on cooking with pepper.

[@dondeal3658]

What a great video! Seeing the old Seaboard structures still in use brought a smile to my face. And you drove through parts of Florida the remind me of my youth there and what I loved about the State. Cooking, road trip, canal and dam history, and trains. This video had it all 🙂

[@johnrudy9404]

Dan, this episode was TOP SHELF(well they all are)! The late afternoon, family- buddy and food, by the tracks. I was deeply moved. Thank you.

[@distantsignal]

That's really gratifying, John. Thanks! Yeah, my son, Rob LOVES being in these videos.

[@KVR_211]

Danny, you are the best railfanning youtuber ever!

[@hassanquackenbush8333]

Love when you put the detailed address locations in. Being from Australia means I'll never visit these spots but I enjoy following your trips virtually via Google Earth. Thanks for the content.

[@eddiemacc]

I was looking up some of them on google maps while watching.

[@jovetj]

That super-executive hobo dinner sounds fabulous! Trains, turf, and trawn! Yum!!

[@Qrail]

Family time, train time, and dinner time. Great idea. 👍🏼👍🏼 thanks, Danny.

[@yankinga]

Just a happy accident, but I was cooking a steak (ribeye, my favorite cut) when I stumbled on this episode. Seared in a cast iron pan and finished in a 500° oven. I was biting into my steak just about the time your supper was interrupted by the CSX train at Lochloosa. Excellent show as always, Danny. For some reason I didn't associate a barge canal with Florida, when I read the title. Like you, I learned something new. I initially thought you might have ranged far afield to the CSX, ex-Conrail, ex-Penn Central, nee-New York Central Mohawk Subdivision along the NYS Barge Canal. Of course, there would be no outdoor grilling of steaks there in the winter. You might lose the camp stove in a snow drift. PS. Rob is correct. Pepper after cooking.

[@EricTheOld]

Always a pleasure Danny

[@seantaft9281]

Best railfanning channel on KZbin, another great video!!!

[@rainman29]

The potash hoppers originate from where I live in the Canadian Province of Saskatchewan…the Potash Corp one were old Potash Corporation of Saskatchewan which was sold to Mosaic a few years ago now…it is one of our provinces biggest exports next to grain and Pulse crops…Love the channel Danny and keep up the great work!!!

[@CentralGeorgiaRailfan8051]

You have the best narrator voice ever!!

[@jovetj]

Really nice to see your son and you having a great time together. Doesn't get much better for father and son but to spend time railfanning (and marifanning) together!

[@stevepowsinger733]

As a third generation Floridian, I appreciate the look at the Barge Canal and all. My grandpa was an ACL supervisor out of Ocala in the 40s and 50s. I enjoy the railroad stories and views.

[@henryjpridejr]

The best voice in railfanning

[@lizzharmontamparealtor9365]

In real life too 😊

[@ashleydog45]

Now that I'm retired this is the only place I like to see trains.

[@kens.3729]

Often wonder 🤔 how many of the Crew Members recognize when the “Distant Signal” man is out monitoring their trains on the High Iron ? My Guess is Yes. 👍🙏

[@SD40Fan_Jason]

I'd always give Danny an extra toot on the whistle. I usually forgot he was listening on the scanner until it was too late. Some of the crews remember in time and say hello

[@countdooku1971]

Just when I thought today couldn't get any better, I open up KZbin and lo and behold there's a new video Danny Harmon video. That was the cherry on top 🍨

[@Maddog3060]

Man, you make this look like so much fun; driving around Florida, seeing new places, finding little known history, and eating a camp meal out int the fresh air. Sounds like just the sort of thing to do on a day off.

[@franksita4719]

Appreciate the effort, Danny, of getting videos of two separate train trips into one video.

[@rechelieu]

Your videos are so soothing, old America soothing. Loved it. Thank you.

[@roxannemanzone9351]

As an Ocala/Marion County rail fan, it was great to see the Ocala locations! Thanks Danny. Excellent work as always.

[@distantsignal]

Thank you Roxanne.

[@jimanderson4495]

As always……. First class narration and videography. Thanks Danny.

[@kend3900]

Brilliant, time with your son, railfanning, steaks,... priceless

[@Floridianbreeze]

Trains, Geography and Steaks! U the man Danny😎👍🏾

[@distantsignal]

Haha! Thanks!

[@TrentFalkenrath]

Yep, that trackside dinner looked quite good. As a truck driver, I don't always get good eatin', but maybe I'll treat myself once I'm home.

[@richardforschler2448]

Woke up this cold March morning, looked on my Facebook and saw that you posted a new video.. I was so excited but I wanted to save it until tonight to watch it. You made my day. Thank you Danny…

[@sparkybluefox]

Danny . I just saw this video on Dec 19, 2023 I Loved it! You are such a professional at presenting rail scanning/ fandom videos ! BRAVO ! sbf

[@mikeyfromnj]

The best narrator on YT!!!!!!!!! He is to trains like Sir David Attenborough is to wild life!!!!! Good one!!!!

[@prasannask8320]

i agree 100%

[@distantsignal]

High compliments, Mike. Thanks!

[@eddie75935]

Having your son along is just like icing on the cake. I really enjoy getting out and just 'tooling' around with my son just like this. ENJOYED!

[@distantsignal]

So true! Thanks.

[@chriswashington5440]

Your rail fanning is very entertaining -knowledgable

[@ryanloomis3033]

Just as dinner was served, the entertainment started.

[@Mike-tg7dj]

You know you produce one of the best shows on KZbin.

[@distantsignal]

Thank you, Mike.

[@johnwood2788]

I lived in Ocala from 1961 to 1970. And the island. Always was covered with trees. FHP used it has a speed check point.

[@FreihEitner]

400+ miles is really stretching the definition of "local". :-) Great video, thank you for sharing.

[@TimLindsay]

Another great video Danny !!! love watching them and all the best to you and your family from a railfan up here in Beautiful Toronto Canada...

[@albertmartin6298]

Welcome back my friend and be safe out there

[@ap70621]

You should check out some other infrastructure related to the unfinished barge canal near Fort McCoy on CR 316. There is a high-level bridge over the Ocklawaha River and surrounding woods. There is even a completed fender system under the bridge at the point where the canal was intended to pass under. Also, on the gulf coast near Inglis there is another completed section of canal and locks. US 19 (as opposed to SR 19 shown in the video) crosses the canal near the locks.

[@MattTheUPRailfan2006]

Beutiful Railfan video Mr. Harmon, I just love your videos and the way your narrate them, 📸😊

[@EntirelyTrains]

I live 10 miles from the S line. Amazing place to see big trains rolling by in the mornings and evenings. Great catches!

[@richardbrobeck2384]

that is amazing news that they are rehabing the old building in Wildwood !

[@mikebunge3010]

Your a awsome narrator Danny , love your videos !

[@RT4Him]

Really enjoy the side trips along with great rail footage. Great memories with your Son as well. Thanks Danny!

[@roboftherock]

Today's quote - 4:37 'running through Wildwood like a passenger train'. I MUST remember that particular phrase. Thanks, Danny.

[@AllAboardRailfan.1]

Always great content. I enjoyed the video very much. thanks for being there and sharing. 🚂🚃🚃🏝

[@Birdie98]

I live within a few miles of The Island. I knew of the bridge supports for many years but never knew it has been made into a "park" until earlier this week. It is now on my go-to list. See you in Folkston!

[@DOTD-Ko7382]

Cooking with Danny: The Executive Hobo with Shrimp Nice video! Especially loved that history lesson about the lock. These are the only videos in school I actually take notes of, everything else is thrown out of my head in 3 seconds lol

[@donconklin1770]

Nice informative video with a mix of topics Danny! Well done!

[@michaelwarner5280]

Hey Danny. Nothing like steak and beans by the tracks. Over a camp fire is even better.

[@warrenpowell261]

Mr. Harmon, I watch your video all the time. Among all the videos that I have watched, yours are the best; the train symbols, explanations, and added aspects are great.

[@pooleandrew]

Thank goodness...needed this new Distant Signal video! Made my evening Danny 😊

[@edwardaustin740]

I've learned A LOT from you these past few years. Thanks Danny for teaching me something new everyday. It's much appreciated.

[@michaelgardinersr9686]

Love the HO BO barbecue looks delicious. So good to share time with your son who has in a common interest with trains Thanks

[@shawnwhipple8503]

Great video as always Danny! It's always a good evening when a new distant signal video posts!

[@paddyblaney6792]

Thanks Danny. Reminds me of some memorable father and son days out with trains that I have enjoyed with my own son, sadly too few anymore as we live far apart but close at heart!😂

[@TolgaEastCoast]

Very nice video, Danny. Interesting twist on railfanning Central Florida despite fewer trains.

[@ericnorton2704]

Mr.harman I have watched your vids for a couple of yrs. Never left a comment I enjoy your vids there informative and fun thank you .

[@williamrbohrer2513]

Great video great to se you and your so. Out on outings again .

[@chrismosso7073]

Bushes bean are my only beans I enjoy. I never did steak without putting pepper on in the beginning but I will try waiting till servicing to put it on. Oh yeah great train vids as always. Thank you

[@Bigclifton]

Your content is news station level quality. Very knowledgeable and impressive.

[@distantsignal]

Many thanks, Big Clifton!

[@jw4620]

Great tip about pepper! Thanks!

[@amtrakfan619]

Nice video Danny. You are awesome

[@elcastorgrande]

Perfect dinner! Bush's original are the only beans we'll have in our house. Great to see you again, Danny.

[@philsellers6003]

Always good to spend some time with Danny and the trains!

[@randybobandy9447]

Hey Danny thanks for the video! Good job as always

[@cozephyr]

Love your maps-! Enjoyed your steak and shrimp cook out. Keep those Florida videos coming. Chip in Colorado

[@bradleyogden5688]

I'm glad that you are getting out and shooting these trains. Here in western Utah we still under a blanket of snow or just enough mud that might get your ride stuck. It wouldn't be fun being stranded trackside when the temperature drops below 30° f at night. And it is a great feeling we get when we come across that interesting and has a neat history to go along with it nearby were we live. Can't wait to see your next video Danny!;

[@malcolmmcfadden9023]

Amazing video Danny! Thanks for another great Railfanning adventure. We are truly proud of your work! Thanks for sharing

[@SignalLightProductions]

Wonderful video as always Danny! Great that you got to spend some time with your son and that dinner looked great!

[@scottmccullough6136]

WOW !!! Danny I really like this new series of some of your favorite train watching spots. Plus steaks with your son besides the tracks, memories neither one of y'all will ever forget. Keep up the great work as always.

[@beboboymann3823]

I always enjoy when you showcase restaurants and dives where you stop and have lunch. I make note of them and when I do get to those areas I try them. Not only do you know your stuff on the trains but your culinary recommendations are spot on as well. Keep on keeping on Danny!

[@thomasmackowiak]

Thank you for this combination video from two of your trips on the Florida S-Line in January and February 2023, Danny. You caught some nice manifest trains with a variety of freight cars on them. The B207 phosphate train to BNSF's Clyde Yard in Cicero, Illinois will either stay together to go out to some point on the BNSF in the agricultural areas of the Midwest or be broken down at Clyde Yard to go all over the MIdwest to be used to fertilize America's farmlands. Thank you for the information about the Cross-Florida Barge Canal. I had never heard of that project. I presume that the Cross-Florida Barge Canal was put forward in the Depression Era of the 1930s as a way of putting people to work.

[@paulweston2267]

There is a reason that everybody else wants to be like you Danny. Nobody else even comes close. "The master of the high iron". Nuff said. Mark McGowan is a retired SP and UP signalman in Tehachapi of all places. He will tell you straight up, he knows tracks, he don't know crap about running trains. Between you two, and what I learned 60 years ago in my REA days, I think that is a pretty good education. One Grampa was an REA agent, The other was a roofer. I was always packing freight, or packing shingles. But I miss them both greatly.

[@distantsignal]

Thanks Paul. That's a very nice compliment.

[@paulweston2267]

@@distantsignal You are welcome sir. Let us keep the dream alive for a future generation.

[@charlesreid2141]

I would like to make a request that you do a video on why a train derails and what can be done to stop them. I think that all your viewers would enjoy this video

[@Railfan62]

I always look forward to your videos. Always edited so well. Glad the steak was good and your correct, it's hard to beat a steak cooked on the grill and trains and having your son there had to make it even better.

[@offtherails2862]

Danny, you should start a cooking show and call it "Danny's Rail-side Kitchen". 😂

[@petecuming6576]

What a great video. I wish I could have been there with you. Thanks for your time. Pete in South Carolina, ten minutes from the oldest rail road junction in the world. Branchville, S.C.

[@christopherlockhart2004]

Glad to see you again Danny!

[@NatureOkie]

That Wildwood Sta. Mid-Century architecture is a GEM!

[@sammym.belfastchild]

Danny, great video as always...so appreciate the hard work.. always looking forward to seeing the next. Cheers !

[@kevinheard8364]

Danny: I just had an abscess removed from my back today and had opened a YT window and was so fortunate to find one of your videos... Always a great pleasure and a great end to today's challenges. Thank you for all you bring to us... always just wonderful.

[@305ayeee]

Random comment, but some of those nature shots were beautiful! I love my state

[@robk1310]

Excellent video. Please keep them coming.

[@DHoberer]

Danny, it makes me so happy to see a new video. You keep healthy and safe, because we need your videos for years to come. You're the best of the best.

[@carlfalt174]

Beautiful to see Potash Corp. cars on the rails going south. Also good to see more auto racks on the move too as it's time to see more cars in the lots.