Author: Cali Garzon

Cali Garzon

Pronouns: She/her

Cali was born and raised in New Jersey, and moved to Minneapolis after undergrad. She studied Urban Studies at Vassar College, and is fascinated by the interplay between people and the built environment. She currently works as a Community Organizer, and enjoys watching and playing baseball in her free time.

Winter view of snowy mountains and a lake from the California Zephyr. Photo by Cali Garzon.

Riding the California Zephyr

Delight-Cultivating
Railroads

Cali Garzon • September 11, 2025

A story of riding the Amtrak across the country, and in doing so, discovering the joys and profound fulfillment of creating community.