Winter workday still planned for Saturday, January 13th but working on Grandma Line instead
Our planned workday for this Saturday, January 13th is still a GO, but we are shifting to a different project because the utilities could not get marked in time for us to trench safely this weekend. We are shifting our workday to work on the track repairs on the west end of the railroad near the Nicol bridge. We will need some track panels made and ties cut for this project in order to complete the repairs. Depending on how much we get done we will also do some work on the Grandma Line project. The morning air will be a little cool but warms up while we work so make sure you bring coats, gloves, tools, and a good sense of humor.
Please note that depending on how much gets done part of the west end of the railroad may be closed until repairs are finished.
Our planned workday for this Saturday, January 13th is still a GO, but we are shifting to a different project because the utilities could not get marked in time for us to trench safely this weekend. We are shifting our workday to work on the track repairs on the west end of the railroad near the Nicol bridge. We will need some track panels made and ties cut for this project in order to complete the repairs. Depending on how much we get done we will also do some work on the Grandma Line project. The morning air will be a little cool but warms up while we work so make sure you bring coats, gloves, tools, and a good sense of humor.
Please note that depending on how much gets done part of the west end of the railroad may be closed until repairs are finished.
Clubhouse and Workshop Project Workday (Weather Permitting) on Saturday, January 13th
On Saturday, January 13th we are planning on trenching both electrical and water to the clubhouse and workshop containers. Work will begin around 8:30 a.m. Make sure you bring a lunch, plenty to drink, gloves, and expect to get dirty.
A small crew may also gather during the week to get a head start on Saturday’s efforts so be on the lookout for an email seeing who may have availability during the week.
On Saturday, January 13th we are planning on trenching both electrical and water to the clubhouse and workshop containers. Work will begin around 8:30 a.m. Make sure you bring a lunch, plenty to drink, gloves, and expect to get dirty.
A small crew may also gather during the week to get a head start on Saturday’s efforts so be on the lookout for an email seeing who may have availability during the week.
New Year means it's time for our winter maintenance around the railroad and help from you..
Every year during the offsite season the members and volunteers at North Georgia Live Steamers spend many hours servicing the club diesel locomotive, club steam engine, passenger cars, the railroad and more. A lot of time and money goes into maintaining everything around the property. This year is no different and our public run day events is our primary way we raise the necessary funds to operate. We also receive donations from individuals as well as businesses to help raise the additional funds to operate. We are asking you to Help Keep The Trains Running via a donation. Visit our website for more details on how you can donate and support the railroad operate.
Every year during the offsite season the members and volunteers at North Georgia Live Steamers spend many hours servicing the club diesel locomotive, club steam engine, passenger cars, the railroad and more. A lot of time and money goes into maintaining everything around the property. This year is no different and our public run day events is our primary way we raise the necessary funds to operate. We also receive donations from individuals as well as businesses to help raise the additional funds to operate. We are asking you to Help Keep The Trains Running via a donation. Visit our website for more details on how you can donate and support the railroad operate.
Thank you for your support and we look forward to seeing you around the railroad this year.
North Georgia Live Steamers, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) Charitable Organization.
North Georgia Live Steamers Announce The 2024 Board of Directors
On Saturday, January 6, 2024, the North Georgia Live Steamers voted and approved the 2024 Board of Directors. The 2023 and the members of North Georgia Live Steamers would like to thank those who served on the 2023 Board.
2024 Board of Directors
President: Robby Mossman
Vice President: Peter Craymer
Treasurer: Norm Wizner
Secretary: Dave Levy
Board Members
Calvin Abernathy
Wes Rogers (Safety Officer)
John Tuten
On Saturday, January 6, 2024, the North Georgia Live Steamers voted and approved the 2024 Board of Directors. The 2023 and the members of North Georgia Live Steamers would like to thank those who served on the 2023 Board.
2024 Board of Directors
President: Robby Mossman
Vice President: Peter Craymer
Treasurer: Norm Wizner
Secretary: Dave Levy
Board Members
Calvin Abernathy
Wes Rogers (Safety Officer)
John Tuten
Club Meeting Location Change - Moving to Hawthorn Suites across from railroad
Our January meeting is this Saturday, January 6th at 1 p.m. The meeting location will move across the street to Hawthorn Suites which is at 1659 Centennial Olympic Parkway, Conyers, GA 30013. If you are unable to make the meeting and are a FULL member you can vote for the 2024 Board online by visiting https://tinyurl.com/ngls2024voting. Please note that you must be a current FULL member and have paid your 2024 dues prior to the start of the Saturday, January 6th meeting.
Our January meeting is this Saturday, January 6th at 1 p.m. The meeting location will move across the street to Hawthorn Suites which is at 1659 Centennial Olympic Parkway, Conyers, GA 30013. If you are unable to make the meeting and are a FULL member you can vote for the 2024 Board online by visiting https://tinyurl.com/ngls2024voting. Please note that you must be a current FULL member and have paid your 2024 dues prior to the start of the Saturday, January 6th meeting.
Train Ride Schedule announced for the 2024 Season
Our 2024 train ride schedule has been set and we look forward to seeing everyone around the railroad this season. The schedule for the 2024 season will be Saturday, April 13th, May 18th, October 5th, and November 9th from 1 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Riders must be at least 18 months old or older. No expectant mothers allowed to ride on the railroad. Tickets can be purchased on site. CASH Only. No Credit Cards or Debit Cards accepted.
For more information about our ride days please visit ride day webpage
Our 2024 train ride schedule has been set and we look forward to seeing everyone around the railroad this season. The schedule for the 2024 season will be Saturday, April 13th, May 18th, October 5th, and November 9th from 1 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Riders must be at least 18 months old or older. No expectant mothers allowed to ride on the railroad. Tickets can be purchased on site. CASH Only. No Credit Cards or Debit Cards accepted.
For more information about our ride days please visit ride day webpage
Happy New Year from North Georgia Live Steamers
The board of directors and the members of North Georgia Live Steamers wish everyone a Happy New Year. We look forward to seeing you around the railroad in the New Year.
The board of directors and the members of North Georgia Live Steamers wish everyone a Happy New Year. We look forward to seeing you around the railroad in the New Year.
Last Grandma Line workday of 2023 happened on Saturday with the installation of a new mainline switch
As 2023 winds down work on the “Grandma Line” took place on Saturday, December 30th with a major milestone taking place with the installation of a new mainline switch. This new switch will eventually connect both the “Grandma Line” and the east end of the water line to the mainline. Until then John and Wes also installed a few straight panels off the new switch and began to map out the relocation the existing water line switch and what track panels will need to be built next. You might be asking what switch is being relocated, well it is the switch closest to the red water tower on the east end of the water siding track. This relocation is needed to connect the “Grandma Line” and water line together before they eventually connect to the mainline.
As 2023 winds down work on the “Grandma Line” took place on Saturday, December 30th with a major milestone taking place with the installation of a new mainline switch. This new switch will eventually connect both the “Grandma Line” and the east end of the water line to the mainline. Until then John and Wes also installed a few straight panels off the new switch and began to map out the relocation the existing water line switch and what track panels will need to be built next. You might be asking what switch is being relocated, well it is the switch closest to the red water tower on the east end of the water siding track. This relocation is needed to connect the “Grandma Line” and water line together before they eventually connect to the mainline.
As we move into 2024 John and Wes are looking for help with making a temporary grade crossing near the west end of the water line. This temporary grade crossing will be used to haul dirt, ballast, and more from the gravel pit through the woods to the east end of the “Grandma Line”. If you are interested in helping with this project click here and let John know.
New way to keep track of projects going on around the railroad and how to get involved
If you have a project that isn’t on the list, please submit your request by clicking here so we can add it to the growing list. For those submitting a project you are also encouraged to help plan, schedule, and determine what supplies will be needed to make this project a success.
As a reminder while we do a lot of our projects on Saturday’s not all projects have to be done on a Saturday. If any member wants to get a group together and perform work around the railroad during the week, please feel free to schedule and head out to the railroad. Don’t forget to let others know so you can get a few extra hands to help you. If you want help promoting your workday, please contact Robby with the details you want to share with others.
To take a look at our new project page on our website visit: www.nglsrr.org/projects
Over the past several years many suggestions have been made regarding a better way to keep track of projects going on around the railroad. A web page has been created to provide a central place to see what projects are currently being worked or planned. The page is a work in progress so check it often and let us know what items you’d like to see added to the list. This new page will also allow us to share with others outside our groups with what is going on around the railroad and areas they can get involved.
If you have a project that isn’t on the list, please submit your request by clicking here so we can add it to the growing list. For those submitting a project you are also encouraged to help plan, schedule, and determine what supplies will be needed to make this project a success.
As a reminder while we do a lot of our projects on Saturday’s not all projects have to be done on a Saturday. If any member wants to get a group together and perform work around the railroad during the week, please feel free to schedule and head out to the railroad. Don’t forget to let others know so you can get a few extra hands to help you. If you want help promoting your workday, please contact Robby with the details you want to share with others.
To take a look at our new project page on our website visit: www.nglsrr.org/projects
With all of this in mind our first major workday of the 2024 year will be on Saturday, January 13th (weather permitting) with a focus on installing conduit and electricity into the Clubhouse & Workshop containers. This information and more can be found on our new Projects Page on our website.
Merry Christmas from North Georgia Live Steamers
The Board of Directors and the members of North Georgia Live Steamers want to wish you and your family a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.
The Board of Directors and the members of North Georgia Live Steamers want to wish you and your family a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.
Impromptu planning day recap for Friday, December 22nd
With Christmas just around the corner some of the elf’s took a day and went to the railroad to plan out a few things that will take place starting in January. As many of you know we’ve been waiting to start on the clubhouse and workshop project and one of the key items that we need to get done for the project to pick up steam is get electricity into the containers. Over the past couple of weeks, we’ve been measuring and determining what supplies we will need to run power from the grey container to clubhouse container 1. Earlier this week Wes went and picked up more than 200 feet of electrical conduit and laid them out today so we could make the path for the trenching to take place and to also prepare for the property to be marked before digging.
The plan at this point is to trench and install the electrical conduit on Saturday, January 13th.
With Christmas just around the corner some of the elf’s took a day and went to the railroad to plan out a few things that will take place starting in January. As many of you know we’ve been waiting to start on the clubhouse and workshop project and one of the key items that we need to get done for the project to pick up steam is get electricity into the containers. Over the past couple of weeks, we’ve been measuring and determining what supplies we will need to run power from the grey container to clubhouse container 1. Earlier this week Wes went and picked up more than 250 feet of electrical conduit and laid them out today so we could make the path for the trenching to take place and to also prepare for the property to be marked before digging.
The plan at this point is to trench and install the electrical conduit on Saturday, January 13th. Depending on the size of the crew we also plan on installing a water line from the Breeseway to the Clubhouse containers. Plans are also in the works to finish prepping the move of the blue container to its new home and we hope to have that done by January 12th.
Moving into 2024 we will also be unveiling a new way for everyone to keep track of this project and others going on around the railroad in hopes of giving everyone more notice on upcoming workdays and what the focus of the workday will be. More to come on this.
Grandma Line workday recap for Saturday, December 16th
A small, devoted crew came out to the site on Saturday to work on the “Grandma Line” project. John T. and Wes worked on replacing a drainpipe and replaced with a French drain system with a conventional open end upstream and flex pipe over the cliff. They also placed boards in preparation for crush and run and east end waterline extension. Today’s event marks the last official workday of the year with plans to continue to make progress on this project and others in 2024. Thank you to the “Grandma Line” crew for all of the work and progress you’ve made in 2023.
A small, devoted crew came out to the site on Saturday to work on the “Grandma Line” project. John T. and Wes worked on replacing a drainpipe and replaced with a French drain system with a conventional open end upstream and flex pipe over the cliff. They also placed boards in preparation for crush and run and east end waterline extension. Today’s event marks the last official workday of the year with plans to continue to make progress on this project and others in 2024. Thank you to the “Grandma Line” crew for all of the work and progress you’ve made in 2023.
#GivingTuesday is Today. Please consider making a donation.
As part of our year-end fund-raising activities, the North Georgia Live Steamers will be participating in the Annual Giving Tuesday event.
As a non-profit organization, the North Georgia Live Steamers relies on donations from members, friends, customers, and organizations to provide funding for a host of projects including both the maintenance and expansion of the railroad and equipment, building of our maintenance facility and more.
Our all-volunteer crew has made a lot of progress on many of the ongoing projects, but much work still needs to be done. Please join us in our efforts to demonstrate a working miniature railroad to the public and educate everyone on the rich history of railroading in our country. To make a donation, please use the Donate button or you can mail your donation to: North Georgia Live Steamers, P.O. Box 1809, Conyers, Georgia 30012.
All donations are tax deductible to the extent allowed by law. North Georgia Live Steamers is a not-for-profit, educational organization, incorporated in the state of Georgia. We are tax exempt as defined by Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code.
As part of our year-end fund-raising activities, the North Georgia Live Steamers will be participating in the Annual Giving Tuesday event.
As a non-profit organization, the North Georgia Live Steamers relies on donations from members, friends, customers, and organizations to provide funding for a host of projects including both the maintenance and expansion of the railroad and equipment, building of our maintenance facility and more.
Our all-volunteer crew has made a lot of progress on many of the ongoing projects, but much work still needs to be done. Please join us in our efforts to demonstrate a working miniature railroad to the public and educate everyone on the rich history of railroading in our country. To make a donation, please use the Donate button or you can mail your donation to: North Georgia Live Steamers, P.O. Box 1809, Conyers, Georgia 30012.
All donations are tax deductible to the extent allowed by law. North Georgia Live Steamers is a not-for-profit, educational organization, incorporated in the state of Georgia. We are tax exempt as defined by Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code.
#GivingTuesday is Tuesday, November 28, 2023
As part of our year-end fund-raising activities, the North Georgia Live Steamers will be participating in the Annual Giving Tuesday event.
As a non-profit organization, the North Georgia Live Steamers relies on donations from members, friends, customers, and organizations to provide funding for a host of projects including both the maintenance and expansion of the railroad and equipment, building of our maintenance facility and more.
Our all-volunteer crew has made a lot of progress on many of the ongoing projects, but much work still needs to be done. Please join us in our efforts to demonstrate a working miniature railroad to the public and educate everyone on the rich history of railroading in our country. To make a donation, please use the Donate button or you can mail your donation to: North Georgia Live Steamers, P.O. Box 1809, Conyers, Georgia 30012.
All donations are tax deductible to the extent allowed by law. North Georgia Live Steamers is a not-for-profit, educational organization, incorporated in the state of Georgia. We are tax exempt as defined by Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code.
As part of our year-end fund-raising activities, the North Georgia Live Steamers will be participating in the Annual Giving Tuesday event.
As a non-profit organization, the North Georgia Live Steamers relies on donations from members, friends, customers, and organizations to provide funding for a host of projects including both the maintenance and expansion of the railroad and equipment, building of our maintenance facility and more.
Our all-volunteer crew has made a lot of progress on many of the ongoing projects, but much work still needs to be done. Please join us in our efforts to demonstrate a working miniature railroad to the public and educate everyone on the rich history of railroading in our country. To make a donation, please use the Donate button or you can mail your donation to: North Georgia Live Steamers, P.O. Box 1809, Conyers, Georgia 30012.
All donations are tax deductible to the extent allowed by law. North Georgia Live Steamers is a not-for-profit, educational organization, incorporated in the state of Georgia. We are tax exempt as defined by Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code.
Happy Thanksgiving from North Georgia Live Steamers
North Georgia Live Steamers want to wish you and your family a Happy Thanksgiving. As a not-for-profit educational organization, we rely on our members and volunteers like you. This year we are extra thankful for hundreds of hours our members and volunteers have provided.
North Georgia Live Steamers want to wish you and your family a Happy Thanksgiving. As a not-for-profit educational organization, we rely on our members and volunteers like you. This year we are extra thankful for hundreds of hours our members and volunteers have provided.
#GivingTuesday is Tuesday, November 28, 2023
North Georgia Live Steamers has a number of ongoing projects that, as you might expect, need funding to complete. This funding comes from a variety of sources including individual donors such as yourself. During the year we participate in a number of fund-raising events with our primary being giving rides to the public several times a year. We also participate in the annual #GivingTuesday event which happens the first Tuesday after Thanksgiving.
Our all-volunteer crew has made a lot of progress, but much work still needs to be done. Please join us in our efforts to demonstrate a working miniature railroad to the public and educate everyone on the rich history of railroading in our country's history. To make a donation, please use the Donate button or you can mail your donation to: North Georgia Live Steamers, P.O. Box 1809, Conyers, Georgia 30012.
All donations are tax deductible to the extent allowed by law. North Georgia Live Steamers is a not-for-profit, educational organization, incorporated in the state of Georgia. We are tax exempt as defined by Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code.
North Georgia Live Steamers has a number of ongoing projects that, as you might expect, need funding to complete. This funding comes from a variety of sources including individual donors such as yourself. During the year we participate in a number of fund-raising events with our primary being giving rides to the public several times a year. We also participate in the annual #GivingTuesday event which happens the first Tuesday after Thanksgiving.
Our all-volunteer crew has made a lot of progress, but much work still needs to be done. Please join us in our efforts to demonstrate a working miniature railroad to the public and educate everyone on the rich history of railroading in our country's history. To make a donation, please use the Donate button or you can mail your donation to: North Georgia Live Steamers, P.O. Box 1809, Conyers, Georgia 30012.
All donations are tax deductible to the extent allowed by law. North Georgia Live Steamers is a not-for-profit, educational organization, incorporated in the state of Georgia. We are tax exempt as defined by Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code.
Get involved in the "Grandma Line" project this winter
Are you looking for a winter project around the railroad you can get involved in? The “Grandma Line” project team is looking for volunteers to come out and help make some major progress on the long talked about “Grandma Line.” If you are interested in help please contact John T. for more information regarding the workday schedule. The crew will need help with everything from building track panels, switches, moving dirt, and building a retaining wall. Opportunities for everyone to get involved.
This is just one of several projects going on around the railroad this winter so don’t hesitate to get involved.
Are you looking for a winter project around the railroad you can get involved in? The “Grandma Line” project team is looking for volunteers to come out and help make some major progress on the long talked about “Grandma Line.” If you are interested in help please contact John T. for more information regarding the workday schedule. The crew will need help with everything from building track panels, switches, moving dirt, and building a retaining wall. Opportunities for everyone to get involved.
This is just one of several projects going on around the railroad this winter so don’t hesitate to get involved.
The Board of Directors want to thank our members, volunteers, and visitors for making our 2023 season a success.
The Board of Directors want to thank our members, volunteers, and visitors for making our 2023 season a success. Without each one of you our not-for-profit educational organization would not be possible. Our all-volunteer team work hard year-round on projects including performing maintenance on both our steam and diesel locomotives, passenger cars, track work, and other railroad related projects. Our NGLS members also work on personal trains, scale structures, and more which are used during our train ride events and without those items the railroad would not operate. If you or someone you know are interested in becoming a member, please visit our website for more information.
The money raised during our train ride day event goes right back into the railroad which then helps us fund projects such as performing maintenance, building structures, and expanding the railroad. If you are interested in donating to North Georgia Live Steamers, please visit our donation page for more information about our not-for-profit organization. We look forward to seeing you during our 2024 season. Our schedule for the 2024 season will be announced in January. Again, thank you for coming out and supporting the railroad.
The Board of Directors want to thank our members, volunteers, and visitors for making our 2023 season a success. Without each one of you our not-for-profit educational organization would not be possible. Our all-volunteer team work hard year-round on projects including performing maintenance on both our steam and diesel locomotives, passenger cars, track work, and other railroad related projects. Our NGLS members also work on personal trains, scale structures, and more which are used during our train ride events and without those items the railroad would not operate. If you or someone you know are interested in becoming a member, please visit our website for more information.
The money raised during our train ride days goes right back into the railroad which then helps us fund projects such as performing maintenance, building structures, expanding the railroad, and more. If you are interested in donating to North Georgia Live Steamers, please visit our donation page for more information about our not-for-profit organization. We look forward to seeing you during our 2024 season. Our schedule for the 2024 season will be announced in January. Again, thank you for coming out and supporting the railroad.
Come ride trains on Saturday, November 4th from 1 P.M. to 4:30 P.M.
The railroad comes alive one last time on Saturday, November 4th from 1 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Come out with friends and family to ride the rails of the Conyers & Hightower Trail Railroad. The cost is $2 per person per ride on the railroad and riders must be at least 18 months old or older. No expectant mothers allowed to ride on the railroad. Tickets can be purchased on site. CASH Only. No Credit Cards or Debit Cards.
The railroad is located at 1632 Centennial Olympic Parkway, Conyers, GA 30012 next to the Steeplechase Grounds at the Georgia International Horse Park. For more information about our ride days please visit ride day webpage
The railroad comes alive one last time on Saturday, November 4th from 1 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Come out with friends and family to ride the rails of the Conyers & Hightower Trail Railroad. The cost is $2 per person per ride on the railroad and riders must be at least 18 months old or older. No expectant mothers allowed to ride on the railroad. Tickets can be purchased on site. CASH Only. No Credit Cards or Debit Cards.
The railroad is located at 1632 Centennial Olympic Parkway, Conyers, GA 30012 next to the Steeplechase Grounds at the Georgia International Horse Park. For more information about our ride days please visit ride day webpage
Public Run Day Recap for Saturday, October 7, 2023
What an incredible day we had this past Saturday. The day started out with beautiful weather and friends from Georgia Garden Railway Society (GGRS) stopping by before all the festivities began. We had three steam engines and a two diesels running the rails providing a lot of variety for everyone to ride.
Don’t forget to mark your calendar for our last run day on Saturday, November 4th from 1 to 4:30 p.m. - Train Ride Info.
What an incredible day we had this past Saturday. The day started out with beautiful weather and friends from Georgia Garden Railway Society (GGRS) stopping by before all the festivities began. We had three steam engines and a two diesels running the rails providing a lot of variety for everyone to ride.
Don’t forget to mark your calendar for our last run day on Saturday, November 4th from 1 to 4:30 p.m. - Train Ride Info.
Did you know that the railroad was built by an all-volunteer group using donations and income earned during events like our run days. North Georgia Live Steamers is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit educational organization which means donation are tax deductible. Your donation will help keep the railroad alive and support current and future projects. You can make a donation by mail to: North Georgia Live Steamers, P.O. Box 1809, Conyers, GA 30012 or online by click the donate button below. Thank you for your consideration.
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