Bob - Sorry I missed you're "I'm in" post - I've updated the attendee list.

If you're still up for a pre/post-DO in ANC, I can PM everyone who has expressed interest to see if they'll be around for either and notate that on the attendee list. It's a very generous offer. ^

Regarding the train schedule - here's the schedule from the AKRR site (it's an image, not a webpage) - http://www.akrr.com/contentimages/2009-AWT-Schedule.gif

In my experience, there's a lot of padding on that schedule, as even with a 2-3 hour delay leaving ANC we still made it to FAI within 20 minutes of schedule. The other trip arrived almost an hour early without significant delay. Note that the train stops at scenic points along the way for pictures, and you're welcome to stand between cars to take pictures at any time during the trip (though it's quite an experience - it can literally take your breath away as cold as it is).

Angel - your attendance is compulsory... tell your boss... Especially as you can now do it with only one day off of work.