UPCOMING EVENTS
Prep Day for our next run day will be on Saturday, May 11th
We will have a workday on Saturday, May 11th to check the railroad and cut grass. Please bring yard equipment and track tools as we put the finishing touches on the property. Make sure you bring a lunch, water, and a good sense of humor.
Train Rides on Saturday, May 18, 2024 from 1 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
North Georgia Live Steamers invite you and all those who love trains to come out and ride trains with us on Saturday, May 18th from 1:00 - 4:30 p.m. We will be opening for our second public train ride day of the 2024 season and look forward to seeing you and all the different types of trains that will be operating on the Conyers & Hightower Trail Railroad.
Cost is $2 per person per ride on the railroad. Must be at least 18 months old or older. Sorry expectant mothers are not allowed to ride on the railroad. We do NOT accept debit/credit cards.
Club Fun Day and Club Meeting is scheduled for Saturday, June 1, 2024
Our June club meeting and fun day is scheduled for Saturday, June 1st. Club members and invited guest are encouraged to spend the day around the railroad having fun and stopping briefly for a club meeting at 1 p.m.
Club Fun Day Father's Day Event (Private Event)
Just so we have an excuse to come out and play with trains we will have a Father’s Day weekend club fun day on Saturday, June 15th.
Workday is scheduled for Saturday, June 29th
A workday is scheduled for Saturday, June 29th starting at 8:30 a.m. Bring cordless tools, knee pads, lunch, plenty to drink, and a great sense of humor. Details about workday to be announced.
Dreams Come True Club Fun Weekend
The July run weekend will be July 4th - 7th. The group at Dreams Come True provide breakfast and lunch on Saturday and Sunday with Saturday evening everyone brings a potluck item. Please provide enough to feed 6 people. David and the crew are looking forward to seeing many of our members come out and visit this year.
"Grandma Line" July 13th Workday
The crew is back at it again to work on the “Grandma Line” project. Please make sure you check with the project coordinator to make sure things are in place for this workday. Workdays are subject to change.
Workday is scheduled for Saturday, July 27, 2024
A workday is scheduled for Saturday, July 27h starting at 8:30 a.m. Bring cordless tools, knee pads, lunch, plenty to drink, and a great sense of humor. Details about workday to be announced.
Mill Creek Central Railroad - Large Engine Meet - 25th Anniversary (Private Event)
Mill Creek Central Railroad’s Large Engine will be Thursday, August 1, 2024 through Sunday, August 4, 2024. For more information contact Mill Creek Central Railroad.
Club Meeting and Workday is scheduled for Saturday, August 3, 2024
A workday is scheduled for Saturday, August 3rd starting at 8:30 a.m. Bring cordless tools, knee pads, lunch, plenty to drink, and a great sense of humor. Details about workday to be announced.
Club meeting is at 1 p.m.
"Grandma Line" August 10th Workday
The crew is back at it again to work on the “Grandma Line” project. Please make sure you check with the project coordinator to make sure things are in place for this workday. Workdays are subject to change.
Annual Summer Nights Club Fun Day - August 24, 2024
Our annual summer night run will be on Saturday, August 24th. This is part of our Club Fun Day activities and is open to all club members, member families, and live steam hobbyist. For more information to those visiting the railroad please visit our Club Fun Day page for more information.
Note this is not a Public Ride Day.
Annual Boiler Inspection - September 14, 2024 at 8:30 a.m. (Tentative)
Annual Boiler Inspection is planned for Saturday, September 14, 2024. Current Fee for State Inspection is $80.
Almost Monthly Club Fun Day - Saturday, September 14th
Our next Almost Monthly Club Fun Day. Join us on Saturday, September 14th with friends and family.
Prep Day for our next run day will be on Saturday, September 21st
We will have a workday on Saturday, September 21st to check the railroad and cut grass. Please bring yard equipment and track tools as we put the finishing touches on the property. Make sure you bring a lunch, water, and a good sense of humor.
Mid-South Live Steamers Public Fall Meet 2024
Mid-South Live Steamers annual spring meet will be Thursday, September 26th through Saturday, September 28th.
Meet Details
Thursday, September 26, 2024 at 10:00 AM to Saturday, September 28, 2024 at 4:00 PM
Location
Mid-South Live Steamers
1018 Maury County Park Drive
Columbia, TN, 38401 (map)
Fall meet registration - https://www.midsouthlivesteamers.com/register?fbclid=IwAR1DCC1oMZbU050iMYNXr5Xhdc76a5o8EW1dTntbiocbNaXP6aQjkhFpsGQ
Train Rides on Saturday, October 5, 2024 from 1 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
North Georgia Live Steamers invite you and all those who love trains to come out and ride trains with us on Saturday, October 5th from 1:00 - 4:30 p.m. We will be opening for our second public train ride day of the 2024 season and look forward to seeing you and all the different types of trains that will be operating on the Conyers & Hightower Trail Railroad.
Cost is $2 per person per ride on the railroad. Must be at least 18 months old or older. Sorry expectant mothers are not allowed to ride on the railroad. We do NOT accept debit/credit cards.
Eagle Point Railroad Fall Meet (Not a public event)
Eagle Point Railroad will be holding its Fall Meet on Friday, October 18, 2024 through Monday, October 21, 2024. For more details about this event please contact Robby Mossman.
Visitor information - CSME/EPRR - Visiting Eagle Point Railroad (csme-eprr.com)
4th Annual Fall Meet 2024 Details
Our 4th Annual NGLS Fall Meet will be held Thursday, October 24th through Sunday October 27th. Additional details about the event will follow but for now here is what we have so far. This event is NOT part of our Public Train Ride events and not open to the general public.
Train Rides on Saturday, November 9, 2024 from 1 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
North Georgia Live Steamers invite you and all those who love trains to come out and ride trains with us on Saturday, November 9th from 1:00 - 4:30 p.m. We will be opening for our second public train ride day of the 2023 season and look forward to seeing you and all the different types of trains that will be operating on the Conyers & Hightower Trail Railroad.
Cost is $2 per person per ride on the railroad. Must be at least 18 months old or older. Sorry expectant mothers are not allowed to ride on the railroad. We do NOT accept debit/credit cards.
2024 Leftover Turkey Fun Run (Private Event)
NGLS club members are you looking to get rid of the leftover turkey and trimmings on Saturday, November 30th. Come out for a club fun run day at the railroad. Bring friends, family, and bring the leftovers to share.
Almost Monthly Club Fun Day, Christmas Party and Club Meeting (Private Event)
Our last Almost Monthly Club Fun Day will be on Saturday, December 2nd along with our Christmas Party and Club Meeting all packed into a single day. The club meeting will be at 1 p.m. with all other festivities happening throughout the day. Plan on bringing a white elephant gift, a shareable dish, and friends and family to join in the holiday season. Additional details will be provided as we get closer.
Start the New Year off with a little fun. Club fun day on Sunday, January 1, 2025 (Private Event)
Continue the tradition of starting out the New Year with getting the family, friends, and don’t forget the train out and play for the day.
This event is open to club members, others in the live steam hobby, and invited guests.
Club Meeting - January 4, 2025 at 1 p.m.
Our first club meeting of 2025 year will be on Saturday, January 4th. Meeting is at 1 p.m. The plans for the meeting is to elect the 2025 board and discuss plans for the season. The meeting location to be determined.
Train Rides on Saturday, April 5, 2025 from 1 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
North Georgia Live Steamers invite you and all those who love trains to come out and ride trains with us on Saturday, April 5th from 1:00 - 4:30 p.m. We will be opening for our second public train ride day of the 2025 season and look forward to seeing you and all the different types of trains that will be operating on the Conyers & Hightower Trail Railroad.
Cost is $2 per person per ride on the railroad. Must be at least 18 months old or older. Sorry expectant mothers are not allowed to ride on the railroad. We do NOT accept debit/credit cards.
Train Rides on Saturday, May 17, 2025 from 1 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
North Georgia Live Steamers invite you and all those who love trains to come out and ride trains with us on Saturday, May 17th from 1:00 - 4:30 p.m. We will be opening for our second public train ride day of the 2025 season and look forward to seeing you and all the different types of trains that will be operating on the Conyers & Hightower Trail Railroad.
Cost is $2 per person per ride on the railroad. Must be at least 18 months old or older. Sorry expectant mothers are not allowed to ride on the railroad. We do NOT accept debit/credit cards.
Train Mountain Triennial 2025
The Train Mountain Triennial will be June 14 - June 29, 2025. A work week and other details will be announced soon. For more details visit Train Mountains Website or on Facebook.
Club Fun Day Father's Day Event (Private Event)
Just so we have an excuse to come out and play with trains we will have a Father’s Day weekend club fun day on Saturday, June 14th.
Train Rides on Saturday, October 4, 2025 from 1 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
North Georgia Live Steamers invite you and all those who love trains to come out and ride trains with us on Saturday, October 4th from 1:00 - 4:30 p.m. We will be opening for our second public train ride day of the 2025 season and look forward to seeing you and all the different types of trains that will be operating on the Conyers & Hightower Trail Railroad.
Cost is $2 per person per ride on the railroad. Must be at least 18 months old or older. Sorry expectant mothers are not allowed to ride on the railroad. We do NOT accept debit/credit cards.
5th Annual Fall Meet 2025 Details
Our 4th Annual NGLS Fall Meet will be held Thursday, October 23rd through Sunday October 26th. Additional details about the event will follow but for now here is what we have so far. This event is NOT part of our Public Train Ride events and not open to the general public.
Train Rides on Saturday, November 8, 2025 from 1 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
North Georgia Live Steamers invite you and all those who love trains to come out and ride trains with us on Saturday, November 8th from 1:00 - 4:30 p.m. We will be opening for our second public train ride day of the 2025 season and look forward to seeing you and all the different types of trains that will be operating on the Conyers & Hightower Trail Railroad.
Cost is $2 per person per ride on the railroad. Must be at least 18 months old or older. Sorry expectant mothers are not allowed to ride on the railroad. We do NOT accept debit/credit cards.
Leftover Turkey Club Fun Run (Private Event)
NGLS club members are you looking to get rid of the leftover turkey and trimmings on Saturday, November 29th. Come out for a club fun run day at the railroad. Bring friends, family, and bring the leftovers to share.
Almost Monthly Club Fun Day, Christmas Party and Club Meeting (Private Event)
Our last Almost Monthly Club Fun Day will be on Saturday, December 6th along with our Christmas Party and Club Meeting all packed into a single day. The club meeting will be at 1 p.m. with all other festivities happening throughout the day. Plan on bringing a white elephant gift, a shareable dish, and friends and family to join in the holiday season. Additional details will be provided as we get closer.
Start the New Year off with a little fun. Club fun day on Thursday, January 1, 2026 (Private Event)
Continue the tradition of starting out the New Year with getting the family, friends, and don’t forget the train out and play for the day.
This event is open to club members, others in the live steam hobby, and invited guests.
"Grandma Line" May 4th Workday
The crew is back at it again to work on the “Grandma Line” project. Please make sure you check with the project coordinator to make sure things are in place for this workday. Workdays are subject to change.
Mid-South Live Steamers Public Spring Meet 2024 (Public Run Day Event)
Mid-South Live Steamers annual spring meet will be Thursday, May 2th through Saturday, May 4th.
Meet Details
Thursday, May 2, 2024, at 10:00 AM to Saturday, May 4, 2023, at 4:00 PM
Public Run Details
Trains run 10:00 AM until 4:00 PM (Thursday, Friday & Saturday)
Location
Mid-South Live Steamers
1018 Maury County Park Drive
Columbia, TN, 38401 (map).
For more details visit - https://www.midsouthlivesteamers.com/public
Palmetto Live Steamers Spring Meet
Palmetto Live Steamers spring meet will be May 1st through May 5th and is open to North Georgia Live Steamers club members. For additional details please contact Peter Craymer or Robby Mossman for additional details.
Eagle Point Railroad Spring Meet (Not a public event)
Eagle Point Railroad will be holding its Spring Meet on Friday, April 26, 2024 through Sunday, April 28, 2024. For more details about this event please contact Robby Mossman.
Visitor information - CSME/EPRR - Visiting Eagle Point Railroad (csme-eprr.com)
April 20th - "Grandma Line" Work Day
The crew is back at it again to work on the “Grandma Line” project. Please make sure you check with the project coordinator to make sure things are in place for this workday. Workdays are subject to change.
April 20th - "Grandma Line" Work Evening
The crew is back at it again to work on the “Grandma Line” project. Please make sure you check with the project coordinator to make sure things are in place for this workday. Workdays are subject to change.
Train Rides on Saturday, April 13, 2024 from 1 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
North Georgia Live Steamers invite you and all those who love trains to come out and ride trains with us on Saturday, April 13th from 1:00 - 4:30 p.m. We will be opening for our second public train ride day of the 2024 season and look forward to seeing you and all the different types of trains that will be operating on the Conyers & Hightower Trail Railroad.
Cost is $2 per person per ride on the railroad. Must be at least 18 months old or older. Sorry expectant mothers are not allowed to ride on the railroad. We do NOT accept debit/credit cards.
Club Meeting and workday on Saturday, April 6th
Our April club meeting is scheduled for Saturday, April 6th at 1 p.m. We will also have a workday in order to prepare for our first public run day of the 2024 season
Spring Cleaning and Prep Day for our next run day will be on Saturday, April 6th
We will have a workday on Saturday, April 6thto check the railroad and cut grass. Please bring yard equipment and track tools as we put the finishing touches on the property. Make sure you bring a lunch, water, and a good sense of humor.
April 1st through 5th - Weekday Workdays Planned
For the first time in forever a weekday workday is planned for the week of April 1st. The plan at this time is to work on the club house and workshop project. We are planning on building some internal walls with insulation in order to complete the installation of the electrical panel. Anyone available for any part of the week is welcome. This will provide our next major step in making the space usable in 2024.
Before heading out to the site please contact us to confirm work will be taking place on the day you go. Visit https://northgeorgialivesteamers.org/contact-us
Workday scheduled for Saturday, March 23rd starting at 8:30 a.m.
Our next big workday is planning for Saturday, March 23rd. We have a couple of items planned and could use as many hands as possible. The plan is to finish the retaining wall, ballasting and gauge water line track, and more.
We are also looking for a few volunteers to work on cleaning out and organizing the grey container before our first public run day event. If you are available this Saturday or anytime between now and April 6th to work on the grey container please let us know.
Unplanned Workday scheduled for Saturday, March 16th starting at 8:30 a.m.
We have an unplanned workday planned for this Saturday, March 16th. Because of some unexpected progress on the retaining wall project during the week a group is planning on being at the site on Saturday to finish the installation of the wall. We will need help with bringing dirt and gravel over to the new wall in order to bring the ground up and fix some areas that show signs of washing out. If you have a wheelbarrow and shovel, please bring them so we can have multiple ways to get dirt from the pile to the retaining wall.
West End Track Repair and Grandma Line Workday on Saturday, March 9th (Tentative: Weather)
Some additional work is needed on the west end of the railroad near the Nicol bridge. We need to install a small retaining wall in order to reduce the risk of ballast falling away from the track. The crew is also planning on working on the “Grandma Line” project. Please make sure you check with the project coordinator to make sure things are in place for this workday. Workdays are subject to change.
Almost Monthly Club Fun Day on March 2nd
Our first almost monthly club fun day is scheduled for Saturday, March 2nd. Come out and get an early start to the 2024 season.
February 24th - West Loop Track Repair near Nicol Bridge Workday
The day will be focused on building necessary track panels and cutting ties.
Club Meeting scheduled for Saturday, February 3th
Our next club meeting is scheduled for Saturday, February 3rd at 1 p.m.
Trains! Trains! Trains! at Southern Museum of Civil War and Locomotive History
North Georgia Live Steamers are excited to announce we will be participating in Trains! Trains! Trains! event at the Southern Museum of Civil War and Locomotive History. The event is scheduled for Saturday, January 27th and Sunday, January 28th from 9:30 AM-5:00 PM each day. The museum will be filled with model train layouts, many which you will be able to operate yourself.
For ticket information visit the museum website: Trains, Trains, Trains - City of Kennesaw (kennesaw-ga.gov)
"Grandma Line" January 27th Workday (Tentative)
The crew is back at it again to work on the “Grandma Line” project. Please make sure you check with the project leader coordinator to make sure things are in place for this workday.
January 13th - West Loop Track Repair near Nicol Bridge Workday
The focus of this workday is to building track panels and cutting tie material in preparation of installing during the next scheduled workday.
January 13th - Clubhouse and Workshop Project Workday (Weather Permitting)
The workday will be focused on trenching and installing conduit and pull electrical wire to clubhouse container #1. We will also trench install a waterline to clubhouse container #3 area.
Club Meeting - January 6, 2024 at 1 p.m.
Our first club meeting of 2024 year will be on Saturday, January 6th. Meeting is at 1 p.m. The plans for the meeting is to elect the 2024 board and discuss plans for the season. The meeting location to be determined.
January 2nd through 12th - Clubhouse and Workshop Project Workday (Weather Permitting)
One or more workdays will take place between January 2nd and January 12th. The goal of this time will be used to level the gravel pad for container #5 and then move the blue container currently positioned as container #3. A bobcat is being scheduled along with an operator to help make all of this possible.
Start the New Year off with a little fun. Club fun day on Sunday, January 1, 2024 (Private Event)
Continue the tradition of starting out the New Year with getting the family, friends, and don’t forget the train out and play for the day.
This event is open to club members, others in the live steam hobby, and invited guests.
"Grandma Line" Workday
The crew is back at it again to work on the “Grandma Line” project. Please make sure you check with the project leader coordinator to make sure things are in place for this workday.
RESCHEDULED - Almost Monthly Club Fun Day, Christmas Party and Club Meeting
Our last Almost Monthly Club Fun Day will be on Saturday, December 2nd along with our Christmas Party and Club Meeting all packed into a single day. Food setup will begin around 11 a.m. and eat starting at Noon. Plan on bringing a white elephant gift, a shareable dish, and friends and family to join in the holiday season. We will have a meeting at 1 p.m. with party activities starting after the meeting. For more information contact Joan.
2023 Leftover Turkey Fun Run (Private Event)
NGLS club members are you looking to get rid of the leftover turkey and trimmings on Saturday, November 25th. Come out for a club fun run day at the railroad. Bring friends, family, and bring the leftovers to share.
"Grandma Line" Workday
The crew is back at it again to work on the “Grandma Line” project. Please make sure you check with the project leader coordinator to make sure things are in place for this workday.
Train Rides on Saturday, November 4, 2023 from 1 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
North Georgia Live Steamers invite you and all those who love trains to come out and ride trains with us on Saturday, November 4th from 1:00 - 4:30 p.m. We will be opening for our final public train ride day of the 2023 season and look forward to seeing you and all the different types of trains that will be operating on the Conyers & Hightower Trail Railroad.
Cost is $2 per person per ride on the railroad. Must be at least 18 months old or older. Sorry expectant mothers are not allowed to ride on the railroad. We do NOT accept debit/credit cards.
3rd Annual Fall Meet 2023 Details
The 3rd Annual NGLS Fall Meet will be held Thursday, October 19th through Sunday October 22nd. Additional details about the event will follow but for now here is what we have so far. This event is NOT part of our Public Train Ride events and not open to the general public.
Train Rides on Saturday, October 7, 2023 from 1 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
North Georgia Live Steamers invite you and all those who love trains to come out and ride trains with us on Saturday, October 7th from 1:00 - 4:30 p.m. We will be opening for our third public train ride day of the 2023 season and look forward to seeing you and all the different types of trains that will be operating on the Conyers & Hightower Trail Railroad.
Cost is $2 per person per ride on the railroad. Must be at least 18 months old or older. Sorry expectant mothers are not allowed to ride on the railroad. We do NOT accept debit/credit cards.