Lackawanna County’s Electric City Trolley has joined forces with Scranton/Wilkes–Barre RailRiders baseball organization for a double play success shuttling fans to games throughout the summer. Started over three years ago, ballpark excursion rides have become an increasingly popular attraction.
“I just thought it would be a great partnership,” says LCECT Manager Wayne Hiller describing the unique experience and ticket sale opportunities the connection would bring. Alleviating traffic hassles can be a thing of the past as many hop on the bandwagon, or in this case trolley, to relax and soak in the sights along the ride to the stadium at Montage.
“They [passengers] just don’t want to deal with the traffic,” he reports as season ticket holders often park and participate, along with, those eager to enhance the memory of someone’s first game.
Whether it’s a first or thirty-first day at the park, fans are flocking to the idea.The excursion also opens doors to several who may have missed the chance of taking in a live game. Seating up to 62 people this 1926 JD Brill double center door trolley is handicap accessible. He also reports an influx of participation by several area businesses and organizations rewarding their employees booking group trips.
Complimenting the collaborative efforts of both organizations he states, “Bob [McLane/SWRR] has been really good to us.”
As liaison; McLane, works closely with Hiller getting game day tickets together in advance for the group. “[The arrangement] has been fantastic,” he says also describing the fan’s take as; “A nice well rounded experience while attending the game.”
Lackawanna County Convention and Visitor’s Bureau Board President Ron Prislupski compliments the collaboration with, “It’s convenient, affordable, fun and adds a new twist to both attractions,” adding “We’re thrilled the rides have been so popular.”
With trolley rides to and from the event at $11 or Excursion Pricing including game admission and a $2 voucher for the Concession Stand or Team Store at $20; Hiller considers the package a family friendly deal.
August 31 marks the season’s final trolley to baseball folley, so grab some friends and get All Aboard! The trolley leaves Steamtown Platform in Downtown Scranton at 12:15 p.m. to catch these 1:05 game times.
Reservations are required and book fast so plan at least three days ahead by calling the Electric City Trolley Station at (570) 963-6590.
