Club Equipment Maintenance Policy
The board of directors of NGLS has decided on the following policy with respect to the club owned locomotives…
Effective as of March 11, 2020
The board of directors of NGLS has decided on the following policy with respect to the club owned locomotives:
Each locomotive shall have two superintendents.
Effective immediately the superintendents are:
Club Diesel: Scott Moore and Joe Fabregas
Club Steamer: Bob Cummings and Gene Lurwig
These appointments will be updated as need by the Club President with the advice and counsel of the board.
Absolutely NO repairs or maintenance (other than refueling) shall be performed on a club locomotive without the express approval of one of the superintendents.
This does not mean in writing and, of course, members are expected to use common sense. If a locomotive catches fire you may extinguish it.
Other individuals may work on the locomotives provided that one of the superintendents has given prior approval.
All problems observed while operating a locomotive should be reported to at least one of the co-superintendents.
The superintendents for each locomotive will certify which club members are authorized to operate their locomotive.
Workday Recap - March 7, 2020
March is turning out to be a busy month around the club. On Saturday, March 7th we had “Bob” and “Bob 2” on hand along with Ben, Gene, Calvin, Elijah, Bill, Joe, and Scott taking care of some necessary maintenance around the railroad as we get ready for the 2020 season.
March is turning out to be a busy month around the club. On Saturday, March 7th we had “Bob” and “Bob 2” on hand along with Ben, Gene, Calvin, Elijah, Bill, Joe, and Scott taking care of some necessary maintenance around the railroad as we get ready for the 2020 season.
Here is a quick list of just some of the work performed:
Club Diesel had an oil change, air filter, and new spark plugs.
Club Diesel was cleaned and polished with riding cars also getting cleaned up.
The “Bob’s” (Ben and Gene) moved rock pile and removed a tree stump
Some gravel was added near the red container to help with drainage
Removed some trees and limbs from around the railroad
Clean up pile of switches and track panels
Finally chased leaves around the railroad in hopes of getting them moved into the wood.
A shout out to the crew for getting many of these projects completed. We still have a few more outstanding projects that need to be completed before our opening on Saturday, March 28th. Our next official workday is scheduled for Saturday, March 21st. During this time, we will finish track work, signal and equipment maintenance.
Impromptu Workday Planned for Saturday, March 7th at 8:30 a.m.
With a break in the weather we are putting together a workday for this Saturday, March 7th. The plan is to do some track work on the east loop, remove a few stumps, trim some trees, and perform some equipment maintenance. If you are able to come let everyone know.
With a break in the weather we are putting together a workday for this Saturday, March 7th. The plan is to do some track work on the east loop, remove a few stumps, trim some trees, and perform some equipment maintenance. If you are able to come let everyone know.
Here is a look at what's going on around the railroad as of March 1st
Here is a look at what we have on the calendar over the next couple of months. For a more complete look visit our Calendar page on our website.
Workday Recap for February 29, 2020
A great group came out today and performed hundreds of feet of track maintenance as we prepare of our 2020 season. A few debates where had, lunch at our normal place, and dreams of building and operating trains this year where had by all.
A great group came out today and performed hundreds of feet of track maintenance as we prepare of our 2020 season. Work was done on the mainline through the yard, the east loop, and points in between. A few debates where had, lunch at our normal place, and dreams of building and operating trains this year were had by all. Don’t forget that March is a busy month for the club. Don’t forget to check out our calendar for the last list of activities.
Workday Scheduled for Saturday, February 29th at 8:30 A.M.
We are planning a workday on Saturday, February 29th starting at 8:30 a.m. We will be do track maintenance, ashpit line, and prep work for the new container or at least that is what we are thinking at this point. Make sure you bring power drill, knee pads, water, and a sense of humor for the day. Additional details will follow as we get closer. If you have any questions let us know.
We are planning a workday on Saturday, February 29th starting at 8:30 a.m. We will be do track maintenance, ashpit line, and prep work for the new container or at least that is what we are thinking at this point. Make sure you bring power drill, knee pads, water, and a sense of humor for the day. Additional details will follow as we get closer. If you have any questions let us know.
As a final note we are less than a month away from our first public run day of the 2020 season. So any track maintenance and equipment maintenance needs to be done as soon as possible.
Check out our latest videos found on our YouTube Channel
From the North Georgia Live Steamers archives we’ve uncovered some new videos and have posted them on our YouTube channel. Check out the latest videos. While you are watching the videos don’t forget to subscribe.
From the North Georgia Live Steamers archives we’ve uncovered some new videos and have posted them on our YouTube channel. Check out the latest videos. While you are watching the videos don’t forget to subscribe.
Happy Valentines Day 2020!
For all those train lovers Happy Valentine’s Day 2020. Don’t forget to give your train valentine a special gift today.
For all those train lovers Happy Valentine’s Day 2020. Don’t forget to give your train valentine a special gift today.
Archive photos of steam engines that visited Duluth & Tabor Railway
From the archives are more than 100 photos of steam engines that operated at our original railroad called the Duluth & Tabor Railway back in the 1990’s.
From the archives are more than 100 photos of steam engines that operated at our original railroad called the Duluth & Mount Tabor Railway back in the 1990’s.
Did someone say move the dirt? That apparently was the plan for today's activity at the railroad
A small group of club members went out to the site to move the dirt we piled up last fall and have now relocated the pile into multiple areas around the railroad property.
A small group of club members went out to the site to move the dirt we piled up last fall and have now relocated the pile into multiple areas around the railroad property. From the looks of it we had a little extra muscle with “Bob” and “Bob Jr” helping with the heavy lifting with Ben, Gene, Scott, Wes, Susan, Norm, and some that probably didn’t make the pictures. It was a good thing the extra muscle arrived because they pulled chicken wire and fence post from around Bridge, straightened the retaining wall at ash pit line, scooped dirt at yard head (real term?) from where the dirt ran downhill from rain into the station mainline, graded yard end of retaining wall for culvert between tie wall and bridge, added gravel in culvert to help prevent washout, added extra drain tube to LaVay Bridge culvert area, spread seed and straw just in time for the rain to come tomorrow.
As you may know we are recapturing some land near the bridges so we can one day double track an area for a passenger station along with fill in some dips in the ground near the lift station which will one day be part of the passenger line path. As for the rest of the dirt only mother nature knows the real answer. Next step will be to plant grass and finish the installation of the ash pit line and grey container extension.
Keep an eye out for our next scheduled workday.
Here is a look at what's going on around the railroad as of February 1st
Here is a look at what we have on the calendar over the next couple of months. For a more complete look visit our Calendar page on our website.
Club Meeting will be on Saturday, February 1st at 1 p.m.
Our 2nd club meeting of the 2020 season is planned for Saturday, February 1st at 1 p.m. The meeting will be held across the street from the railroad at Hawthorn Suites. Anyone interested in learning more about North Georgia Live Steamers is encouraged to come to our meeting.
Our 2nd club meeting of the 2020 season is planned for Saturday, February 1st at 1 p.m. The meeting will be held across the street from the railroad at Hawthorn Suites. Anyone interested in learning more about North Georgia Live Steamers is encouraged to come to our meeting.
For existing members if you haven’t already done so 2020 dues are past due and can be paid to the club treasurer at the meeting.
Depending on the weather we may also have a small workday prior to the meeting starting at 8:30 a.m. Stay tune for more information.
Come visit North Georgia Live Steamers at Trains! Trains! Trains! event at the Southern Museum of Civil War and Locomotive History.
Come visit North Georgia Live Steamers at Trains! Trains! Trains! event at the Southern Museum of Civil War and Locomotive History. The event is this Saturday and Sunday from 9:30 AM-5:00 PM each day. The museum will be filled with model train layouts and more.
Come visit North Georgia Live Steamers at Trains! Trains! Trains! event at the Southern Museum of Civil War and Locomotive History. The event is scheduled for Saturday, January 25th and Sunday, January 26th 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: https://www.southernmuseum.org/event-info/trains-trains-trains
1990's workday at the Duluth & Tabor Railway
Here is a look back at some photos from the NGLS archive. These photos are from workdays that occurred at our original location in Duluth. Our railroad in those days was called the Duluth & Tabor Railway.
Here is a look back at some photos from the NGLS archive. These photos are from workdays that occurred at our original location in Duluth. Our railroad in those days was called the Duluth & Tabor Railway.
2020 North Georgia Live Steamers Board Announced
Our first club meeting of the new year was on Saturday, January 4th. During our meeting the 2020 board was voted on and approved.
Our first club meeting of the new year was on Saturday, January 4th. During our meeting the 2020 board was voted on and approved. The follow represents the 2020 North Georgia Live Steamers board.
Board of Directors
President- Bill Leahy
Vice President- Peter Craymer
Treasurer (2020 - 2023)- Norm Wizner
Secretary- Robby Mossman
Board Members
Joe Fabregas
Rick Kight
Scott Moore
The next club meeting is Saturday, February 1st at 1 p.m. If you are an existing club member dues are do. For existing full members, the amount is $75 and for existing associate members the amount is $50. For those that are interested in becoming a new member visit our website for details.
Be on the lookout for a workday in the next few weeks Rain or Shine. We are planning on building track panels, switches, and doing work around the railroad in the coming weeks.
Don’t forget to visit our calendar for the latest information on what is planned around the club.
From the North Georgia Live Steamers archives the DMTRR Doe Bridge
From the archives of NGLS we find the Doe Bridge which was originally built and installed for our original railroad the Duluth & Mount Tabor Railways. The bridge was removed when the DMTRR was dismantled and is currently being restored in preparation of its new home on the Conyers & Hightower Trail Railroad.
From the archives of NGLS we find the Doe Bridge which was originally built and installed for our original railroad the Duluth & Mount Tabor Railways. The bridge was removed when the DMTRR was dismantled and is currently being restored in preparation of its new home on the Conyers & Hightower Trail Railroad. The Doe Bridge will be used as part of the passenger line and will be the last bridge before passenger trains enter the station. Here is a look back at the bridges when it was part of the DMTRR.
From the NGLS archives the 1995 Guide Book
From the NGLS archives going way back to 1995 when NGLS was at its original location in Duluth, Georgia the club produced a Guide Book. The purpose of the book was to identify operational procedures, history, and a lot more.
From the NGLS archives going way back to 1995 when NGLS was at its original location in Duluth, Georgia the club produced a Guide Book. The purpose of the book was to identify operational procedures, history, and a lot more.
Club Meeting and Election Day is on Saturday, January 4, 2020 at 1 p.m.
It’s hard to believe the New Year is here. Our first club meeting is on Saturday, January 4, 2020 at 1 p.m. at Hawthorn Suites, which is across the street from the railroad
It’s hard to believe the new year is here. Our first club meeting is on Saturday, January 4, 2020 at 1 p.m. at Hawthorn Suites, which is across the street from the railroad. This is also the meeting we elect new board members based on nominations from our December meeting. The 2020 nominees are:
President- Bill Leahy
Vice President- Peter Craymer
Treasurer (2020-2023)- Norm Wizner
Secretary- Robby Mossman
Board Nomination (3 Positions Available)
Bob Cumming
Joe Fabregas
Rick Kight
Scott Moore
According to the bylaws if only one candidate is offered for an Office, the Office may be declared filled once the nomination process has been approved. This means the 2020 Officers have been filled leaving us with voting on Board nominees.
As a reminder in order to vote or be on the board you must be in good standing. All dues are due by January 4, 2020 prior to being able to vote. Existing Full membership dues are $75, and Associate is $50.
For more information visit our website or you can mail 2020 dues to: P.O. Box 1809, Conyers, GA 30012
Train Rides in 3 Months. Who's excited? We are!
It is hard to believe the holiday season is ending and about to start the New Year. As you begin to think of a New Year’s resolution don’t forget we open a little earlier this year.
It is hard to believe the holiday season is ending and about to start 2020. As you begin to think of a New Year’s resolution don’t forget we open a little earlier this year. In fact, our first train ride day of the season is just 90 days away. Mark the calendar for Saturday, March 28th from 1 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. as the Conyers & Hightower Trail Railroad comes alive. For more information about our Train Ride Days click here.
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 at this time. We also do NOT accept debit/credit cards.
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year
North Georgia Live Steamers wishes you and your family a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year. We look forward to seeing you around the railroad in 2020.
