A look back at some of the structures at the 2015 Triennial at Train Mountain in Chiloquin, Oregon
Closing out our trip down memory late to the 2015 Train Mountain Triennial here are some great pictures of some of the structures can be found around the railroad. Hope to catch a ride out to Train Mountain in 2025 for the next Triennial.
Closing out our trip down memory late to the 2015 Train Mountain Triennial here are some great pictures of some of the structures can be found around the railroad. Hope to catch a ride out to Train Mountain in 2025 for the next Triennial.
A look back at some of the locomotives at the 2015 Triennial at Train Mountain in Chiloquin, Oregon
Here is a look at some of the locomotives at the 2015 Triennial as we look back while the 2022 Triennial is in full swing. Many of our members couldn’t make it out this year but wanted to still share some of the great pictures from this unbelievable railroad.
Here are a few pictures of some of the locomotives at the 2015 Triennial.
Here is a look at some of the locomotives at the 2015 Triennial as we look back while the 2022 Triennial is in full swing. Many of our members couldn’t make it out this year but wanted to still share some of the great pictures from this unbelievable railroad.
Here are a few pictures of some of the locomotives at the 2015 Triennial.
Big Week for the Live Steam Hobby with the Train Mountain Triennial work week in full swing
Every three years hundreds of people in the live steam hobby make a journey out to Chiloquin, Oregon for the Train Mountain Triennial. This is a two week event which encompasses working the railroad and playing at the same time. The fellowship and friends created across the hobby is an amazing experience for sure. One of the other things that makes this railroad so unique is the nearly 40 miles of track with one route taking nearly 4 hours round trip. This week marks the first week of the Triennial with a focus on working the railroad during the day and playing in the evening while the second week is pretty much all play. Here are some pictures taken back in 2015 when many of our members went out to the Triennial.
Every three years hundreds of people in the live steam hobby make a journey out to Chiloquin, Oregon for the Train Mountain Triennial. This is a two week event which encompasses working the railroad and playing at the same time. The fellowship and friends created across the hobby is an amazing experience for sure. One of the other things that makes this railroad so unique is the nearly 40 miles of track with one route taking nearly 4 hours round trip. This week marks the first week of the Triennial with a focus on working the railroad during the day and playing in the evening while the second week is pretty much all play. Here are some pictures taken back in 2015 during week one of the event when many of our members went out to the Triennial.
Pictures from 2015
Reminder: Special member rolling stock maintenance day planned for Saturday, July 9th at 8:30 a.m.
One of our very own needs help performing maintenance on his trains. As many of you know Dan loves to haul the public with his train and many passenger cars and other rolling stock and because of this some required maintenance is needed before he can continue to share what he enjoys with everyone in a safe manner. We are organizing a couple of workdays between now and the fall to help get his train back on track and fully operational. This will also provide a great opportunity for those that haven’t had a chance to work on equipment an opportunity to learn and get dirty in the process.
One of our very own needs help performing maintenance on his trains. As many of you know Dan loves to haul the public with his train and many passenger cars and other rolling stock and because of this some required maintenance is needed before he can continue to share what he enjoys with everyone in a safe manner. We are organizing a couple of workdays between now and the fall to help get his train back on track and fully operational. This will also provide a great opportunity for those that haven’t had a chance to work on equipment an opportunity to learn and get dirty in the process.
Just so we know who is available please respond below so we can identify how many people are available so we can plan on what we can get accomplished during the workday.
As a special request for anyone that is good with electronics and wiring will also need some assistance re-wiring Dan’s control box on his locomotive as it broke again during our last run day.
Club Meeting and Club Fun Day - Saturday, June 4th
Our June club fun day and club meeting will be on Saturday, June 4th. The club fun day starts as early as you want with a brief club meeting at 1 p.m. Bring family and friends out for the day an enjoy the railroad and lost of playtime. Plus don’t forget our first official Father’s Day Club Fun Day on Saturday, June 21st.
As with all of our club fun days this is NOT a public run day.
Our June club fun day and club meeting will be on Saturday, June 4th. The club fun day starts as early as you want with a brief club meeting at 1 p.m. Bring family and friends out for the day an enjoy the railroad and lost of playtime. Plus don’t forget our first official Father’s Day Club Fun Day on Saturday, June 21st.
Impromptu Workday recap for Saturday, May 28th
A small crew went to the site this past weekend to take out some trees in preparation of the next member container. The crew consisted of Wes, Brandon, Norm, Ben, and “Bob”. Some more work is still needed to finish preparing the site, but the guys are getting close. The crew will be looking for some help building track panels in the coming weeks along with figuring out exactly how the track will be laid out. More details to come.
A small crew went to the site this past weekend to take out some trees in preparation of the next member container. The crew consisted of Wes, Brandon, Norm, Ben, and “Bob”. Some more work is still needed to finish preparing the site, but the guys are getting close. The crew will be looking for some help building track panels in the coming weeks along with figuring out exactly how the track will be laid out. More details to come.
What a great day running trains as our 2022 season continues on
We would like to thank everyone who came out and enjoyed the railroad with us on Saturday, May 21st. The railroad saw another great turnout from family and friends all across the greater Atlanta area. Here are some photos from the day and mark your calendar for Saturday, October 1st as the railroad comes alive again this fall.
We would like to thank everyone who came out and enjoyed the railroad with us on Saturday, May 21st. The railroad saw another great turnout from family and friends all across the greater Atlanta area. Here are some photos from the day and mark your calendar for Saturday, October 1st as the railroad comes alive again this fall.
Come ride trains on Saturday, May 21st from 1 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
The railroad comes alive again on Saturday, May 21st 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 volunteers have been hard at work over during the winter months making improvements to the railroad and working on a few rail cars along. 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.
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 again on Saturday, May 21st 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 volunteers have been hard at work over during the winter months making improvements to the railroad and working on a few rail cars along. 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.
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
Correction - Come out and check out what is going on around the railroad during our next regularly scheduled workday
Ever wonder what happens around the railroad during a workday? Come out on Saturday, May 14th and catch us working around the property as we prepare for our next public run day. The plan at this time is do some grass cutting and railroad and equipment maintenance during our time at the railroad.
If you have any questions please contact Robby Mossman at secretary@northgeorgialivesteamers.org
Ever wonder what happens around the railroad during a workday? Come out on Saturday, May 14th and catch us working around the property as we prepare for our next public run day. The plan at this time is do some grass cutting and railroad and equipment maintenance during our time at the railroad.
If you have any questions please contact Robby Mossman at secretary@northgeorgialivesteamers.org
First public run day of 2022 is in the books
This past Saturday, April 30th marked the first time since we had a spring public run day since 2019. Thank you to all the visitors, club members, and volunteers who came out and made the day such a big hit. We gave nearly 700 rides over the course of 3 1/2 hours with three steam engines and two diesel locomotives throughout the afternoon. Here are a few pictures from the day and we look forward to seeing everyone at our next public train ride day on Saturday, May 21st from 1 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
This past Saturday, April 30th marked the first time since we had a spring public run day since 2019. Thank you to all the visitors, club members, and volunteers who came out and made the day such a big hit. We gave nearly 700 rides over the course of 3 1/2 hours with three steam engines and two diesel locomotives throughout the afternoon. Here are a few pictures from the day and we look forward to seeing everyone at our next public train ride day on Saturday, May 21st from 1 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Here is a quick series of videos of one of our locomotives hauling passengers this past weekend. The video is of a 2-8-4 Berkshire locomotive which is modeled after real the 757 Nickle Plate Railroad steam engine which is currently undergoing a cosmetic restoration project at The Mad River & Nickle Plate Railroad Museum. For more information visit https://www.madrivermuseum.org/757/updates.html.
Workday scheduled for this Saturday, April 23rd starting at 8:30 a.m.
We are in the final days before the railroad opens for the 2022 season. Come out and give us a hand this Saturday, April 23rd to clean up from all the spring storms, check the railroad, and have a little fun along the way. We will break for a brief club meeting at 1 p.m. This is a perfect opportunity for anyone wanting to learn more about our group, the railroad, or the hobby to talk with our members and have a little fun along the way.
You might wonder what happens during a workday. For this one we will be cleaning up around the railroad, cutting grass, and pulling out railroad equipment and perform safety checks just to name a few things that will be done on Saturday.
The April club meeting will take place at 1 p.m.
We are in the final days before the railroad opens for the 2022 season. Come out and give us a hand this Saturday, April 23rd to clean up from all the spring storms, check the railroad, and have a little fun along the way. We will break for a brief club meeting at 1 p.m. This is a perfect opportunity for anyone wanting to learn more about our group, the railroad, or the hobby to talk with our members and have a little fun along the way.
You might wonder what happens during a workday. For this one we will be cleaning up around the railroad, cutting grass, and pulling out railroad equipment and perform safety checks just to name a few things that will be done on Saturday.
The April club meeting will take place at 1 p.m.
Come ride trains on Saturday, April 30th from 1 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
The railroad comes alive for the first time in 2022 on Saturday, April 30th. Come out with friends and family to ride the rails of the Conyers & Hightower Trail Railroad. The volunteers have been hard at work over during the winter months making improvements to the railroad and working on a few rail cars along. 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.
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 for the first time in 2022 on Saturday, April 30th. Come out with friends and family to ride the rails of the Conyers & Hightower Trail Railroad. The volunteers have been hard at work over during the winter months making improvements to the railroad and working on a few rail cars along. 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.
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
Workday scheduled and Club Meeting on Saturday, April 16th
Our first public run day of the year is approaching, and we need to finish cleaning up around the railroad and making sure any last-minute repairs are completed. Make sure you bring normal track tools, hard equipment (weed eater, riding lawn mower, etc.). Don’t forget to bring bug spray, safety goggles, water, lunch, and a good sense of humor.
The April club meeting will take place at 1 p.m.
Our first public run day of the year is approaching, and we need to finish cleaning up around the railroad and making sure any last-minute repairs are completed. Make sure you bring normal track tools, hard equipment (weed eater, riding lawn mower, etc.). Don’t forget to bring bug spray, safety goggles, water, lunch, and a good sense of humor.
The April club meeting will take place at 1 p.m.
Club Fun Day and Meeting (New Time)- Saturday, April 2, 2022
Come out and enjoy in our spring awakening club fun day on Saturday, April 2, 2022. All locomotive types are welcome. Our normal April meeting time will move to 10 a.m. in order to accommodate some special visits we will have later in the day.
If you know someone who would like to visit the railroad and even bring a train, please have them visit our Club Fun Day page for more information. Please note this is NOT a public run day.
Come out and enjoy in our spring awakening club fun day on Saturday, April 2, 2022. All locomotive types are welcome. Our normal April meeting time will move to 10 a.m. in order to accommodate some special visits we will have later in the day.
If you know someone who would like to visit the railroad and even bring a train, please have them visit our Club Fun Day page for more information. Please note this is NOT a public run day.
Club Fun Day Schedule
Spring Cleaning workday this Saturday, March 19th & Board of Director meeting
Our spring-cleaning workday will be this Saturday, March 19th starting at 8:30 a.m. The plan is to clean up around the property, perform track and equipment maintenance, organize the containers, and whatever else we can find to take care of around the railroad.
The more we get done the sooner we can enjoy the railroad during our second club fun day of the year on Saturday, April 2nd. Make sure you bring a lunch, plenty of water, and a good sense of humor.
The Board of Directors will also be holding a meeting at 11 a.m. Any member is welcome to observe the meeting. Note that this meeting is different than our general club meeting, which is scheduled for Saturday, April 2nd at 1 p.m.
Our spring-cleaning workday will be this Saturday, March 19th starting at 8:30 a.m. The plan is to clean up around the property, perform track and equipment maintenance, organize the containers, and whatever else we can find to take care of around the railroad.
The more we get done the sooner we can enjoy the railroad during our second club fun day of the year on Saturday, April 2nd. Make sure you bring a lunch, plenty of water, and a good sense of humor.
The Board of Directors will also be holding a meeting at 11 a.m. Any member is welcome to observe the meeting. Note that this meeting is different than our general club meeting, which is scheduled for Saturday, April 2nd at 1 p.m.
Spring Cleaning workday has been rescheduled to Saturday, March 19th (NEW DATE)
Because of weather we are rescheduling our spring cleaning workday to Saturday, March 19th at 8:30 a.m. When we do get together the goal of our spring cleaning remains to perform track & equipment maintenance, organize the containers and clean up around the property as we prepare for our 2022 season. The more we get done now the sooner we can enjoy the railroad during our second club fun day of the year on Saturday, April 2nd.
Because of weather we are rescheduling our spring cleaning workday to Saturday, March 19th at 8:30 a.m. When we do get together the goal of our spring cleaning remains to perform track & equipment maintenance, organize the containers and clean up around the property as we prepare for our 2022 season. The more we get done now the sooner we can enjoy the railroad during our second club fun day of the year on Saturday, April 2nd.
Whoops! Correction- Spring Cleaning workday is scheduled for Saturday, March 12th
Sorry for the confusion. These are the correct details about the workday scheduled for this Saturday, March 12th.
Our second official workday of the 2022 season will be on Saturday, March 12th. The goal of the day is to perform track & equipment maintenance, organize the containers and clean up around the property as we prepare for our 2022 season. The more we get done now the sooner we can enjoy the railroad during our second club fun day of the year on Saturday, April 2nd.
Sorry for the confusion. These are the correct details about the workday scheduled for this Saturday, March 12th.
Our second official workday of the 2022 season will be on Saturday, March 12th. The goal of the day is to perform track & equipment maintenance, organize the containers and clean up around the property as we prepare for our 2022 season. The more we get done now the sooner we can enjoy the railroad during our second club fun day of the year on Saturday, April 2nd.
Our next workday is scheduled for Saturday, March 12th
Our second official workday is scheduled for Saturday, March 12th. The plans for the day are being finalized but most likely will do clean up around the properly, organize the containers, perform track maintenance and more.
Our second official workday is scheduled for Saturday, March 12th. The plans for the day are being finalized but most likely will do clean up around the properly, organize the containers, perform track maintenance and more.
The first workday of 2022 is in the books. What a productive day.
The first workday of the 2022 season is in the books. The crew spent the day installing about 200 feet of track and two switches for the next member container. The crew consisted of Calvin, John T., Norm, Ben, “Bob”, David E., Thomas K., Gene, Robby, Rick, Wes, and Andrew. The day went well even with the normal heckling and second guess what we were doing. By the end of the day things came together well and this project is now about 90% complete.
The first workday of the 2022 season is in the books. The crew spent the day installing about 200 feet of track and two switches for the next member container. The crew consisted of Calvin, John T., Norm, Ben, “Bob”, David E., Thomas K., Gene, Robby, Rick, Wes, and Andrew. The day went well even with the normal heckling and second guess what we were doing. By the end of the day things came together well and this project is now about 90% complete.
The next official workday is planned for Saturday, March 12th at 8:30 a.m. The plans for the day are being finalized but most likely will do clean up around the properly, organize the containers, perform track maintenance and more.
Reminder: 1st Official Workday of the 2022 season will be tomorrow
Our first official workday of the 2022 season is scheduled for tomorrow Saturday, February 12th. The plan is to do track work for the member container and will start around 8:30 a.m. Make sure you bring cordless power tools, knee pads, lunch, and a great sense of humor. Weather is looking to be nice and warm up to about 65 degrees.
Our first official workday of the 2022 season is scheduled for tomorrow Saturday, February 12th. The plan is to do track work for the member container and will start around 8:30 a.m. Make sure you bring cordless power tools, knee pads, lunch, and a great sense of humor. Weather is looking to be nice and warm up to about 65 degrees.