Have you visited our new website recently?
Have you visited our website recently? Over the past several weeks we’ve added hundreds of photos and other information.
Have you visited our website recently? Over the past several weeks we’ve added hundreds of photos and other information. Some of the items added include details about our first railroad the Duluth & Mount Tabor Railway, photos from the early days of the club, and even more recent details. When you are visiting the website let us know what maybe missing or needs to be fixed. If you have something you would like us to add send the information to Robby. Don’t forget to scroll to the bottom of the website for even more links to information like the Members Only page, Historical by decades, and more.
First workday recap of the 2020 season - Saturday, January 18, 2020
Our first official workday of the 2020 season took place this past Saturday as we gathered at an offsite location near the railroad. The group of about a dozen built more than 200 feet of track panels, finished pieces for 6 switches, cut railroad ties, dropped everything off at the railroad and lunch at our favorite Subway location.
Our first official workday of the 2020 season took place this past Saturday as we gathered at an offsite location near the railroad. The group of about a dozen built more than 200 feet of track panels, finished pieces for 6 switches, cut railroad ties, dropped everything off at the railroad and lunch at our favorite Subway location.
Our next club activity will be on Saturday, January 25th and 26th as we travel to the Southern Museum of Civil War and Locomotive History museum for Trains! Trains! Trains! event. Then our next club member meeting will be on Saturday, February 1st at 1 p.m.
Southern Museum Train Show Setup Information
The Southern Museum has released the setup schedule for the show scheduled for the weekend of Saturday, January 25th and Sunday, January 26th. Our scheduled setup time is 2 p.m. on Friday, January 24th.
The Southern Museum has released the setup schedule for the show scheduled for the weekend of Saturday, January 25th and Sunday, January 26th. Our scheduled setup time is 2 p.m. on Friday, January 24th. Setup location is an area called Cobb Energy Gallery and will be entering from the Garage. Our point of contact will be Dustin. Because the museum is closed to the public on January 24th, please call 678-435-7800 when you arrive on Friday so the museum can have the appropriate staff member meet and guide you to our location.
The following NGLS Club members have expressed interest in helping with the show. Please confirm with Robby if this is still the case.
Displaying a locomotive
Dan Crumbley
Robby Mossman
Wayne Lass
Event Help
David Eisman (Saturday)
Dave Levy (Saturday/Sunday)
Rick Kight (Saturday)
Gene & Joan Lurwig (Sunday)
Scott & Sherry Moore
For more information about the event visit https://www.southernmuseum.org/event-info/trains-trains-trains
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.
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
New Year's Day Club Fun Day - Wednesday, January 1, 2020
Hey club members and others in the Live Steam hobby the weather is looking great for our first club fun day of the year on Wednesday, January 1, 2020. Come out when you can and bring family and friends.
Hey club members and others in the Live Steam hobby the weather is looking good for our first club fun day of the year on Wednesday, January 1, 2020. Come out when you can and bring family and friends.
NGLS 2019 Year in Review
It is hard to believe that 2019 is coming to an end. The year brought more steam engines operating on a regular basis around the railroad, new members, friends, installation of a bridge, construction of a Gauge 1 railroad, and a whole lot more.
It is hard to believe that 2019 is coming to an end. The year brought more steam engines operating on a regular basis around the railroad, new members, friends, installation of a bridge, construction of a Gauge 1 railroad, and a whole lot more. Here are a few highlights from 2019 plus don’t forget our 2020 public run day schedule has also been set so save the dates. For other scheduled activities visit our club calendar.
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2020 Board Nominations
On Saturday, December 7, 2019 nominations where taken for the 2020 Board.
On Saturday, December 7, 2019 nominations where taken for the 2020 Board. The following where nominated:
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
The election will be at our next meeting on Saturday, January 4, 2020 at 1 p.m. As a reminder members must be in good standing in order to vote and be on the board.
For more information visit our website.
The quest to document the history of NGLS 1328
The live steam hobby is full of history. Recently, Bill Leahy, NGLS President, has taken up the challenge to try and not only document the history of the club steamer but also try and clear up some confusion in the story.
The live steam hobby is full of history. Recently, Bill Leahy, NGLS President, has taken up the challenge to try and not only document the history of the club steamer but also try and clear up some confusion in the story. While we may know the complete history of the club steamer one thing is for sure it has been a passion of love for so many over the years and seeing it operate full time on the railroad this year is a testament to keeping the memories alive with this great example of a steam locomotive. Here are a few pictures from about 15 years ago when it went through another rebuild.
Georgia Boiler Inspection Exception as of November 7, 2019
During our annual Georgia Boiler Inspection on October 26, 2019 several board members and club members talked with Steve Laughlin our new inspector about whether or not we could have an Invitational Meet without requiring a Georgia State Inspection.
During our annual Georgia Boiler Inspection on October 26, 2019 several board members and club members talked with Steve Laughlin our new inspector about whether or not we could have an Invitational Meet without requiring a Georgia State Inspection. On Thursday, November 7, 2019 Steve got back with Peter Craymer and Robby Mossman stating they did not see an issue with us having a private meet that was not open to the general public with steam engines that do not have a Georgia State Boiler Inspection. His suggestion however was to make sure the visiting steam engines had current hydrostatic tests.
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Charlie Glass Operating on CHTRR for First Time
At our club fun day on Saturday, August 3, 2018, our very own Charlie G. got a chance to operate his steam engine on the railroad for the first time. This was a surprise for his and many others.
Club visit to Canton - February 2, 2013
Visit to Canton by some of NGLS Members on Saturday, February 2, 2013
Boiler Inspection Day - April 4, 2010
Here are some great photos taken from our 2010 boiler inspection. It is hard to believe it’s been 10 years ago.
Here are some great photos taken from our 2010 boiler inspection. It is hard to believe it’s been 10 years ago.
Take a look back with us to 2009 as NGLS operated with a portable track as a fundraiser to build our new railroad
Here are some photos from 2009 when NGLS was in the early stages of building a new railroad. In those days we operated with a portable track to continue to build awareness of the club and the hobby.
Here are some photos from 2009 when NGLS was in the early stages of building a new railroad. In those days we operated with a portable track to continue to build awareness of the club and the hobby.
Boiler Inspection Day - April 6, 2009
Boiler inspection day is always a great time for club members to come out get together and have a little fun after an inspection. Here are some great photos of the club steamer running at a member’s private track after getting the all clear.
Boiler inspection day is always a great time for club members to come out get together and have a little fun after an inspection. Here are some great photos of the club steamer running at a member’s private track after getting the all clear.
Boiler Inspection March 2007
From the NGLS archives here is a look back at our annual boiler inspection from March 2007.
From the NGLS archives here is a look back at our annual boiler inspection from March 2007 at a members private railroad.
