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Since 1955
Steam School

Every year the Wisconsin Historical Steam Engine Association* (WHSEA) holds their annual Steam School at the Rock River Thresheree grounds.

The 7th Annual WHSEA Steam School will be September 24, 25 & 26, 2010. Pre-registration is required and the $50 fee includes:

  • text book
  • Steam Traction Engineer's Checklist
  • Case Steam Engine Manual
  • breakfast on Saturday & Sunday (coffee & donuts)
  • lunch on Saturday & Sunday (a catered supper will be available on Saturday for an additional $10)

Class room discussion and hands-on training on full-sized and scale model steam engines will be available to registered WHSEA Steam School students. Topics include:

  • Steam Theory
  • Steam Engine Components
  • Boiler Construction, Operation and Maintenance
  • Piping, Valves and Accessories
  • Firing under Various Loads
  • Handling an Engine
  • Boiler Water Treatment
  • Emergency Procedures

WHSEA notes: "This class is not intended to qualify you as an operator, but to give you the basic knowledge of steam engine operation and maintenance."

An A.S.O.P.E. (American Society of Power Engineers) test will be offered after school on Sunday for an additional cost of $55. This test is optional, not mandatory.

Primitive camping is available on the grounds at no cost. Showers will also be available. For camping information, contact Charlie Hendrickson at 51 E. Cox Rd., Edgerton, WI 53534. You can also contact Charlie by phone at (608) 868-2814 or toll-free at (888) 876-8528.

Additional information can be obtained from the WHSEA website* or by contacting Jeff Bloemers by e-mail or by telephone (920) 564-6292.

Below are links to some photos from past WHSEA Steam Schools.
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