4:03 "There's a little red car goin' right here.." LMAO That is classic Huell. He had such innocent enthusiasm combined with the politeness of a friendly neighbor. His southern accent gave a sense of genuine hospitality and he wasn't a stranger to anyone. Thanks for uploading these episodes so his show can continue to be enjoyed.
Having a dedicated volunteer is a priceless gift for any country forward-looking country. Unlike governments with big budgets and resources, volunteers knew their locality and what it needed, they knew their capacity, they had collective knowledge and skills, and they knew what could work and what couldn't. Above all, they are like-minded and looking for something better. All these elements are part of this group. I can tell, this guy has a happy and supportive family. Excellent work!
Huell could get excited about anything that he was talking about , trains , Ghost towns , prospecting, anything and everything that he saw that was Historic , he became enthralled and enthused . R . I. P . HUELL " I Wish More People Would Be Like Him To Learn About What Is Around Themselves instead of Sitting Around Doing Nothing Or Causing Trouble ."
I was a volunteer during one of the years the Travel show was also at Fairplex and Huell was there and I convinced him to come over to the FGRR and I was in the cab at the time he "visited" and people were AMAZED!!!!!!! it was him coming over to the garden rr.
I've lived here for a year, just literally down the street from Fairplex, and didn't know the Garden Railway existed. What an awesome and beautiful creativity to see. Simply amazing! I miss Hue ,and he was an awesome guy.
Wish I had known about this layout when stationed in San Diego while in the Navy! This was in the late '50's and I would have spent a lot of time visiting this. Here's hoping this layout lasts a LONG time for my grandchildren to enjoy.
I was in Palm Springs one day and happened to bump into Huell He wasn't filming at the time but he was at a 50s style furniture store I spoke to him for about 5 minutes It was really nice to be in 5 minutes of his life
One of my favorite resting spots during the LA country fair in Pomona also home of the NHRA drag races starts and ends in Pomona. The model train layout is so beautiful all lit up after dark so nice to give your legs and feet a break enjoy a nice cold beverage wonderful attraction to look forward to every year at the fair. Huell Howser was an awesome guy a huge loss to all of us RIP buddy.
I visited this railroad fifty years ago in the 1960s. In those years before Amtrak, they had exact replicas of Southern Pacific's streamlined Sunset Limited and Shasta Daylight passenger trains, and a clever replica of a drive-in movie theater, that used an operating television set as the "movie screen."
I was 6 when my Dad 1st took me to the Fair in 1957 and apparently there was some difficulty prying me off the fencing surrounding this exhibit. I have never failed to stop by the dozens of visits over the last 60 years but this was my 1st 360 degree view of the layout. I remember the TV "movie screen" and at 1 point some of the delivery vans were motorized and made loops through the town.Various PV companies put their names on the trucks.
Hard to believe Huell has been gone over 11 years. His reports helped tie us together in California at some basic level. I've read that after he did a show on a place that business or visitation increased a great deal. So, he had a positive effect on things right away. Some places he visited 20 years ago still herald that visit with posts, signs or references to it on their menu or websites. I'm still waiting for the Huell Howser memorial parades or Huell Day in the state.
When I was a kis in the 1950s, the highlight of my year was a tripto the Pamona fair to see the trains. I still enjoy trains , but I now live in Olympia, WA, and I'm not able to get down to LA any more.
I' m planning to go to Pomona to see the steam locomotives and the antique passenger cars. If you remember when the Santa Fe Railroad used equipment like that, then you should be proud of it.
See that's kinda like the fire department in small towns they don't take the fire trucks up to the schools no more were I am from they did they showed u how they work and there equipment that's beautiful train garden good job
You're right Huell Howser; that is a beautiful garden railroad. 13 is an unlucky number. That's the year you were reported dead. I don't believe anybody about anything. I don't consider you dead unless I see the body.
4:03 "There's a little red car goin' right here.." LMAO That is classic Huell. He had such innocent enthusiasm combined with the politeness of a friendly neighbor. His southern accent gave a sense of genuine hospitality and he wasn't a stranger to anyone. Thanks for uploading these episodes so his show can continue to be enjoyed.
Having a dedicated volunteer is a priceless gift for any country forward-looking country. Unlike governments with big budgets and resources, volunteers knew their locality and what it needed, they knew their capacity, they had collective knowledge and skills, and they knew what could work and what couldn't. Above all, they are like-minded and looking for something better. All these elements are part of this group. I can tell, this guy has a happy and supportive family. Excellent work!
I can remember when I was a kid, I used to love seeing it....I could be there for hours.
Huell could get excited about anything that he was talking about , trains , Ghost towns , prospecting, anything and everything that he saw that was Historic , he became enthralled and enthused . R . I. P . HUELL " I Wish More People Would Be Like Him To Learn About What Is Around Themselves instead of Sitting Around Doing Nothing Or Causing Trouble ."
I was a volunteer during one of the years the Travel show was also at Fairplex and Huell was there and I convinced him to come over to the FGRR and I was in the cab at the time he "visited" and people were AMAZED!!!!!!! it was him coming over to the garden rr.
I am big hardcore fan of watching trains but i never seen before like this awesome, 😍 love from Patna, India
I've lived here for a year, just literally down the street from Fairplex, and didn't know the Garden Railway existed. What an awesome and beautiful creativity to see. Simply amazing! I miss Hue ,and he was an awesome guy.
Man, I miss Huell! I used to knock of work at 5 every day to catch "California's Gold"! Great show!
Thank You KCET Huell Howser for all to enjoy.
Wish I had known about this layout when stationed in San Diego while in the Navy! This was in the late '50's and I would have spent a lot of time visiting this. Here's hoping this layout lasts a LONG time for my grandchildren to enjoy.
I miss Huell and his enthusiasm for California's History. Never saw this episode so I am glad to see this as I like outdoor trains too.
I was in Palm Springs one day and happened to bump into Huell He wasn't filming at the time but he was at a 50s style furniture store I spoke to him for about 5 minutes It was really nice to be in 5 minutes of his life
I Love this Layout Always as a Kid was The Highlight of my Fair Trip
Wow, wow, wow! Thus is simply jaw dropping! Just beautiful.
Breathtaking! Incredible! Jaw dropping! Thanks Huell...and thanks to everyone that works on the stunning railroad layout!
One of my favorite resting spots during the LA country fair in Pomona also home of the NHRA drag races starts and ends in Pomona. The model train layout is so beautiful all lit up after dark so nice to give your legs and feet a break enjoy a nice cold beverage wonderful attraction to look forward to every year at the fair. Huell Howser was an awesome guy a huge loss to all of us RIP buddy.
I visited this railroad fifty years ago in the 1960s. In those years before Amtrak, they had exact replicas of Southern Pacific's streamlined Sunset Limited and Shasta Daylight passenger trains, and a clever replica of a drive-in movie theater, that used an operating television set as the "movie screen."
Back then it was standard scale and all painted and plated brass. Much nicer than LGB.
I was 6 when my Dad 1st took me to the Fair in 1957 and apparently there was some difficulty prying me off the fencing surrounding this exhibit. I have never failed to stop by the dozens of visits over the last 60 years but this was my 1st 360 degree view of the layout. I remember the TV "movie screen" and at 1 point some of the delivery vans were motorized and made loops through the town.Various PV companies put their names on the trucks.
Thank you KCET for these amazing videos!
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Love it ! California dreaming ..
I have to go here when this darn COVID is over with - Thanks Huell for everything you have done
I hope KCET will release more Huell vids throughout the year. I wonder if there are any unreleased episodes Huell was working on when he died.
Hard to believe Huell has been gone over 11 years. His reports helped tie us together in California at some basic level. I've read that after he did a show on a place that business or visitation increased a great deal. So, he had a positive effect on things right away. Some places he visited 20 years ago still herald that visit with posts, signs or references to it on their menu or websites. I'm still waiting for the Huell Howser memorial parades or Huell Day in the state.
SPECTACULAR!
Uniquely beautiful and informative layout... And you could tell it grew on Huell, too 😉
California's Gold
JT Nevada's Silver
I miss hull and like trains
Thats funny that I see three of the guys I work with
Wow we got to see Mickey trimming her bush! 5:15
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Very nice layout.
If I ever come out there, I will visit!
Nice track
When I was a kis in the 1950s, the highlight of my year was a tripto the Pamona fair to see the trains. I still enjoy trains , but I now live in Olympia, WA, and I'm not able to get down to LA any more.
I' m planning to go to Pomona to see the steam locomotives and the antique passenger cars. If you remember when the Santa Fe Railroad used equipment like that, then you should be proud of it.
very great and nice!
Anyone else notice the Cameraman’s name was Cameron? How apt!!!
A very Fantastic work of Art! A+ from me!
This really is amazing and I intend to see it this year!
WOW!
Fairplex is at the Los Angeles county fair grounds.
Awesome! I miss Huell..RIP I'M THE " HOODHISTORIAN562 " ON INSTAGRAM BECAUSE OF HIM !
What happened to him?
He passed away at his home in Palm Springs in January 2013 from prostatic cancer.
Sorry to hear that. He seemed like a very enthusiastic individual. Thanks.
I really really mised him. He's so great !
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wow its so beautiful this kind of garden is my dream ..garden ..how can i contact them? please much appreciate
Was this taped in the early 2000s?
Fair dates September 13-29, and he mentions control technology “into the 2000’s”. Judging by those dates, it would have been taped in 2002.
Was this recorded in the 1990's ?
2002 judging by the one guy interviewed saying about technology “into the 2000’s” and the September 13-29 fair dates.
Would love to see Live Steam added
See that's kinda like the fire department in small towns they don't take the fire trucks up to the schools no more were I am from they did they showed u how they work and there equipment that's beautiful train garden good job
What year is this? Why was this not filmed in HD?
The fair dates were September 13-29 and it was in the 2000’s, suggesting this was taped in 2002.
I miss huell thiers a guy out thier that could do the same hes called the toy man
Yes the Toy Man has a wonderful channel and does great videos of people and their trains.
You're right Huell Howser; that is a beautiful garden railroad. 13 is an unlucky number. That's the year you were reported dead. I don't believe anybody about anything. I don't consider you dead unless I see the body.
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