>>191062trains are commercial vehicles and thus their crew are subject to safety limitations on how long they can operate. When one crew comes to the end of their time, another boards and sets off. These almost always happen at yards.
Idiots will talk your ear off about how a Crew Change Guide is the key to the universe of train hopping, but really you're better off scouting it out on your own. The CCG only gets updated every two years an a lot of stuff can change in that time. You should just take your time and watch a yard, check the perimiter. Are there holes in the fence you can get through? is there a place to hide from bulls? where do the trains stop and how fast could you get to a rideable car from your hiding spot.
ORR you can always ask your local dirty traveler kids. Most of them are excitable when it comes to sharing their hobbies and will give you directions and advice for lots of yards/areas.
>>191065I'm in the bay area for the winter probably, unless I get a chance at bud trimming for the fall. So, maybe.