DISORIENTED EXPRESS: (SFX: train whistle) It's all aboard 
for some Southern discomfort ... we'll explain ... on Passport 
to Texas ... 
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Passport to Texas from Texas Parks and Wildlife

Entertainment doesn't get much more fun than the annual 
interactive murder mystery at the Texas State Railroad 
State Park. 

"The overall event is always called the Murder on the Disoriented 
Express. And this year their actual title for the presentation is 
Southern Discomfort."

Mark Price is operations superintendent. Scheduled 
October 15, festivities begin with an outdoor dinner of 
Southern favorites, under the tents at the Palestine 
station. 

"The feel for the time period gets started during the meal. And 
as soon as everyone boards the train, the action starts 
immediately. The individuals start their dialog, taking about - 
oh good the train is pulling out - and it just kind of rolls from 
there, then."

Price wouldn't give away details about the production, 
other than to say it's a benefit for the Palestine Library, 
and -- if you're up for it -- you can play along.

"The number one thing that all the actors try to do is get to get 
the visitors involved. They mentally can pick out individuals that 
are a little more extroverted, a little more outgoing, and they 
quickly encourage them to start participating."

Murder on the Disoriented Express always sells out early. 
Make your reservations by calling the Palestine Chamber 
of Commerce at 903-729-6066. 

That's our show ... now go outside and play ... for Texas 
Parks and Wildlife ... I'm Cecilia Nasti.