Reminder: Next Workday scheduled for Saturday, July 15th at 8:30 a.m.
Our next regularly scheduled workday will be on Saturday, July 15th. The day will be focused on performing necessary maintenance on one of our bridges which was originally installed when the railroad was in Duluth more than 30 years ago before being installed at our current location. The repairs will require a near in place rebuild which means the more volunteers we have the quicker we can get the railroad back in operation. We are already picking up supplies for the repair and will be cutting tie material ahead of our workday in order to make the repairs go quicker.
Our next regularly scheduled workday will be on Saturday, July 15th. The day will be focused on performing necessary maintenance on one of our bridges which was originally installed when the railroad was in Duluth more than 30 years ago before being installed at our current location. The repairs will require a near in place rebuild which means the more volunteers we have the quicker we can get the railroad back in operation. We are already picking up supplies for the repair and will be cutting tie material ahead of our workday in order to make the repairs go quicker.
In other news plans are finally in place to start construction on the shop. Many of you know that we have been delayed on this project for a variety of reasons including the discover that one of the containers was built differently and not usable in the way we had planned. The good news is a plan has been put in place so we can now get started. Phase one of the project will include running power in to container one, which is closest to the street, and water. This will require trenching from the grey container to the shop containers so we can get electricity into the shop. We will also be running a water line to the containers from the water line near the Breezeway. We are finalizing our supply list and equipment availability and then will announce our workday plans.
Upcoming workday plans announced and shop project update
Our next regularly scheduled workday will be on Saturday, July 15th with additional workdays to be announced soon. The July 15th workday will be focused on performing necessary maintenance on one of our bridges which was originally installed when the railroad was in Duluth more than 30 years ago. The repairs will require a near in place rebuild which means the more volunteers we have the quicker we can get the railroad back in operation.
Our next regularly scheduled workday will be on Saturday, July 15th with additional workdays to be announced soon. The July 15th workday will be focused on performing necessary maintenance on one of our bridges which was originally installed when the railroad was in Duluth more than 30 years ago before being installed at our current location. The repairs will require a near in place rebuild which means the more volunteers we have the quicker we can get the railroad back in operation. We are already picking up supplies for the repair and will be cutting tie material ahead of our workday in order to make the repairs go quicker.
In other news plans are finally in place to start construction on the shop. Many of you know that we have been delayed on this project for a variety of reasons including the discover that one of the containers was built differently and not usable in the way we had planned. The good news is a plan has been put in place so we can now get started. Phase one of the project will include running power in to container one, which is closest to the street, and water. This will require trenching from the grey container to the shop containers so we can get electricity into the shop. We will also be running a water line to the containers from the water line near the Breezeway. We are finalizing our supply list and equipment availability and then will announce our workday plans.
Father's Day Club Fun Day Recap for Saturday, June 17, 2023
Saturday marked our annual Father’s Day club fun day. We had a great crowd throughout the day with everyone grinning ear to ear as they played with trains. Here are just a few pictures and videos of the day.
The day also marked a big milestone for member container #4 as the track work is now complete going into the container. The bridge and receiver were welded earlier in the week and installed on Friday allowing the last 100’ of track to be installed Friday evening and Saturday. With the completion of container #4 track the crew was able to get the red container track back in service as well. In the coming weeks and months some additional work will take place to complete two additional storage tracks on either side of Member Container #4 which when complete will provide more than 100’ of additional track for visiting trains to park and even recharge. Be on the lookout for a request for help to finish these items so we are ready for our Fall Meet in October.
Saturday marked our annual Father’s Day club fun day. We had a great crowd throughout the day with everyone grinning ear to ear as they played with trains. Here are just a few pictures and videos of the day.
The day also marked a big milestone for member container #4 as the track work is now complete going into the container. The bridge and receiver were welded earlier in the week and installed on Friday allowing the last 100’ of track to be installed Friday evening and Saturday. With the completion of container #4 track the crew was able to get the red container track back in service as well. In the coming weeks and months some additional work will take place to complete two additional storage tracks on either side of Member Container #4 which when complete will provide more than 100’ of additional track for visiting trains to park and even recharge. Be on the lookout for a request for help to finish these items so we are ready for our Fall Meet in October.
North Georgia Live Steamers Fall Meet Details - Update
As the 2023 season continues to chug along make sure you mark calendar for our fall meet which is scheduled for Thursday, October 19th through Sunday, October 22nd. We have also arranged group rate discounts at a few area hotels for those that will be staying in the area. For more details regarding group rates visit our website for details. If you want to come out before our Fall meet please stop by one of our regularly scheduled club fun days we have throughout the year. For dates visit our club fun day page on our website for more information.
For any additional questions please feel free to reach out to Peter Craymer or Robby Mossman for more details.
Note: Club Fun Days and our Fall Meet are NOT public run day events. These days are reserved for our group to enjoy the railroad with friends, family, and invited guests.
As the 2023 season continues to chug along make sure you mark calendar for our fall meet which is scheduled for Thursday, October 19th through Sunday, October 22nd. We have also arranged group rate discounts at a few area hotels for those that will be staying in the area. For more details regarding group rates visit our website for details. If you want to come out before our Fall meet please stop by one of our regularly scheduled club fun days we have throughout the year. For dates visit our club fun day page on our website for more information.
For any additional questions please feel free to reach out to Peter Craymer or Robby Mossman for more details.
Note: Club Fun Days and our Fall Meet are NOT public run day events. These days are reserved for our group to enjoy the railroad with friends, family, and invited guests.
Annual Father's Day Club Fun Day (Private Event) and Club Meeting will be this Saturday
Our annual Father’s Day Club Fun Day will be on Saturday, June 17th. Make sure you bring family and friends and spend the day around the railroad. We will also take a short break at 1 p.m. to have our June meeting which was rescheduled for this weekend.
Our annual Father’s Day Club Fun Day will be on Saturday, June 17th. Make sure you bring family and friends and spend the day around the railroad. We will also take a short break at 1 p.m. to have our June meeting which was rescheduled for this weekend.
Annual Father's Day Club Fun Day will be Saturday, June 17th (Private Event)
Our annual Father’s Day Club Fun Day will be on Saturday, June 17th. Make sure you bring family and friends and spend the day around the railroad.
Our annual Father’s Day Club Fun Day will be on Saturday, June 17th. Make sure you bring family and friends and spend the day around the railroad.
Update: Almost Monthly Club Fun Day and Club Meeting on Saturday, June 3rd
Looking forward to seeing everyone at the railroad tomorrow for our “Almost Monthly Club Fun Day”. The day starts when you arrive and ends when you leave so enjoy as much as you can. The board has decided to move the regularly scheduled meeting from this Saturday, June 3rd to Saturday, June 17th because of prior commitments, illness, and taking kids to camp has caused the number of board members available to be only a couple. Sorry for the short notice of this change as some of the board members had last minute changes in their availability. So, make the most of the day and play as much and as long as you want.
Looking forward to seeing everyone at the railroad tomorrow, Saturday, June 3rd, for our “Almost Monthly Club Fun Day”. The day starts when you arrive and ends when you leave so enjoy as much as you can. The board has decided to move the regularly scheduled meeting from this Saturday, June 3rd to Saturday, June 17th because of prior commitments, illness, and taking kids to camp has caused the number of board members available to be only a couple. Sorry for the short notice of this change as some of the board members had last minute changes in their availability. So, make the most of the day and play as much and as long as you want.
Almost Monthly Club Fun Day and Club Meeting on Saturday, June 3rd (Private Event)
Our next Almost Monthly Club Fun Day will be on Saturday, June 3rd. We will take a brief break for the quick club meeting at 1 p.m.
Our next Almost Monthly Club Fun Day will be on Saturday, June 3rd. We will take a brief break for the quick club meeting at 1 p.m.
The smaller side of the NGLS railroad
Playing with trains is certainly what we do but did you know we operate two different scale railroads? We operate both 1:8 scale and Gauge-1. Here is a great video, from Dave L., showing our Gauge-1 railroad operating with 1:8 scale trains running in the background during our public run day on Saturday, May 20, 2023.
Playing with trains is certainly what we do but did you know we operate two different scale railroads? We operate both 1:8 scale and Gauge-1. Here is a great video, from Dave L., showing our Gauge-1 railroad operating with 1:8 scale trains running in the background during our public run day on Saturday, May 20, 2023.
If you or someone you know is interested in learning more about our railroad and how to get involved send us a note. Click here for more information.
Almost Monthly Club Fun Day and Club Meeting on Saturday, June 3rd
Our next Almost Monthly Club Fun Day will be on Saturday, June 3rd. We will take a brief break for the quick club meeting at 1 p.m.
Our next Almost Monthly Club Fun Day will be on Saturday, June 3rd. We will take a brief break for the quick club meeting at 1 p.m.
Train Ride Day Recap for Saturday, May 20, 2023
What a beautiful day we ended up having. The weather forecast changed by the minute all week but by Saturday the skies cleared, and the trains came out. Our all-volunteer crew showed up early and got the railroad ready for operation. Check out the pictures and videos from both of our railroads in operation.
As the railroad opened one of our long-time volunteers LaVay made it out to help with the station. His stories and tails are always a fan favorite. The railroad ran very well with four trains running strong all day giving many of our passengers an opportunity to ride every train multiple times. Checkout the pictures and videos of the day.
What a beautiful day we ended up having. The weather forecast changed by the minute all week but by Saturday the skies cleared, and the trains came out. Our all-volunteer crew showed up early and got the railroad ready for operation. Check out the pictures and videos from both of our railroads in operation.
As the railroad opened one of our long-time volunteers LaVay made it out to help out with the station. His stories and tails are always a fan favorite. The railroad ran very well with four trains running strong all day giving many of our passengers an opportunity to ride every train multiple times.
If you were a visitor to the railroad and are interested in volunteering or becoming a club member check out our membership page for more information regarding our railroad.
As we transition to summer activities around the railroad don’t forget to put our next two run days on your calendar. We are planning on debuting a new steam engine to the railroad this Fall, and you are not going to want to miss the fun and excitement.
Come ride trains on Saturday, May 20th from 1 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
The railroad comes alive again on Saturday, May 20th 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.
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 20th 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.
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
Prep Day for our first run day will be on Saturday, May 13th
The second public run day of the season is just around the corner. Come out on Saturday, May 13th and let’s prepare the property and the railroad for our visitors. Workday will begin at 8:30 a.m. with the focus making sure the railroad is ready to go along with cutting grass and checking all equipment. Make sure you bring leaf blowers, lawn mowers, and other lawn tools. Don’t forget other tools you may need to perform work on other items around the railroad.
The second public run day of the season is just around the corner. Come out on Saturday, May 13th and let’s prepare the property and the railroad for our visitors. Workday will begin at 8:30 a.m. with the focus making sure the railroad is ready to go along with cutting grass and checking all equipment. Make sure you bring leaf blowers, lawn mowers, and other lawn tools. Don’t forget other tools you may need to perform work on other items around the railroad.
10x6 Train Trailer for Sale $2600
We received word that David Nicol is selling his 10 x 6 single axle trailer. The inside is all setup with three tracks and E track tie downs. All the tires, including the spare, are brand new. David mentioned that the shelves in the pictures have been removed but everything else is ready to go. The underside of the trailer has an undercoating protection making this trailer a great find. For more information, please contact David directly. The train is not for sale.
We received word that David Nicol is selling his 10 x 6 single axle trailer. The inside is all setup with three tracks and E track tie downs. All the tires, including the spare, are brand new. David mentioned that the shelves in the pictures have been removed but everything else is ready to go. The underside of the trailer has an undercoating protection making this trailer a great find. For more information, please contact David directly. The train is not for sale.
$2,600.00
Impromptu workday recap for Monday, May 6th
On Saturday, May 6th an impromptu workday was put together with John T., Scott, and Norm. The crew split time between working on container #4 and club diesel. John and Norm spent the day working on building a switch and looking at the layout of panels for container #4 tracks. Next step will be to build one more switch and some metal work then final push for the completion of the track work for container #4. The plan is to make a big push in June to complete the track work. Be on the lookout for a couple of workdays to put this project into the completed column which will allow us to focus our efforts on the shop project.
On Saturday, May 6th an impromptu workday was put together with John T., Scott, and Norm. The crew split time between working on container #4 and club diesel. John and Norm spent the day working on building a switch and looking at the layout of panels for container #4 tracks. Next step will be to build one more switch and some metal work then final push for the completion of the track work for container #4. The plan is to make a big push in June to complete the track work. Be on the lookout for a couple of workdays to put this project into the completed column which will allow us to focus our efforts on the shop project.
Meanwhile Scott worked on the club diesel. As many of you know we had some issues with the club diesel during our last run day and Scott took time to work through the list of items which included:
Electric start issues
Air compressor wasn’t always working. Loose connection between locomotive and the sulky
Battery not charging after use. Issue with alternator mount.
The choke pull ring was damaged while pulling the shell off.
Notice the choke also needed a new spring installed.
Noticed a rattle sound while operating the locomotive during the run day.
While this seems like a lot most of the items have been fixed leaving one big item that needs to be fixed still. It was discovered that the rattle was related to what I’m told is a drive shaft spider coupler which connects the engine with the hydraulic pump needs to be replaced. Good news is while we have to order a replacement Norm does have a personal spare which will most likely be used for the repair.
At this point the club diesel is not operational, and efforts are being made to repair the alternator and the spider coupler before the next run day. If you have any questions or are available to help please contact Scott and Norm in order to find out when they will be working on the locomotive.
Prep Day for our second run day will be on Saturday, May 13th
The second public run day of the season is just around the corner. Come out on Saturday, May 13th and let’s prepare the property and the railroad for our visitors. Workday will begin at 8:30 a.m. with the focus making sure the railroad is ready to go along with cutting grass and checking all equipment. Make sure you bring leaf blowers, lawn mowers, and other lawn tools. Don’t forget other tools you may need to perform work on other items around the railroad.
The second public run day of the season is just around the corner. Come out on Saturday, May 13th and let’s prepare the property and the railroad for our visitors. Workday will begin at 8:30 a.m. with the focus making sure the railroad is ready to go along with cutting grass and checking all equipment. Make sure you bring leaf blowers, lawn mowers, and other lawn tools. Don’t forget other tools you may need to perform work on other items around the railroad.
Come ride trains on Saturday, May 20th from 1 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
The railroad comes alive again on Saturday, May 20th 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.
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 20th 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.
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
Train Ride Day Recap for Saturday, April 29, 2023
What an incredible day we had on Saturday and a big shout out to our members and volunteers who made the day such a huge success. The railroad operated with six trains which included NGLS diesel, NGLS steam engine, Gene’s Berk, Peter’s 10-Wheeler, Wes’s electric steam engine, and Norms diesel. We also had the use of some extra riding cars from Dave E. and Norm. Sam and Norm ran the station with our new PA system while Susan, Charlotte, and Joan took care of the waiver table and concessions. Rick handled our ticket booth while Ben took care of the steaming siding and napping area. The rest of the NGLS crew took care of being conductors and railroad operations. This helped us have the biggest single day passenger count on record giving 711 rides on the railroad within a 3 1/2-hour period. That’s more than 200 riders per hour. This means our trains traveled around the railroad about 15 times throughout the day traveling nearly 15 miles.
What an incredible day we had on Saturday and a big shout out to our members and volunteers who made the day such a huge success. The railroad operated with six trains which included NGLS diesel, NGLS steam engine, Gene’s Berk, Peter’s 10-Wheeler, Wes’s electric steam engine, and Norms diesel. We also had the use of some extra riding cars from Dave E. and Norm. Sam and Norm ran the station with our new PA system while Susan, Charlotte, and Joan took care of the waiver table and concessions. Rick handled our ticket booth while Ben took care of the steaming siding and napping area. The rest of the NGLS crew took care of being conductors and railroad operations. This helped us have the biggest single day passenger count on record giving 711 rides on the railroad within a 3 1/2-hour period. That’s more than 200 riders per hour. This means our trains traveled around the railroad about 15 times throughout the day traveling nearly 15 miles.
Again, the day would not have been a success without our members and volunteers. A special thanks also goes out to our many visitors, and we look forward to seeing each one of you around the railroad again soon.
Public Run Day Reminder and more
Our first public run day of the year is this Saturday. We are expecting a good turnout of members and visitors. To be prepared for the turnout please try and arrive as early as possible so we can make sure the tents, signs, concessions, and trains are setup and ready to go. We know of two groups coming on Saturday with the first being a birthday party and the other being a class from Flint Elementary school. Here are a few check list items for Saturday:
Our first public run day of the year is this Saturday. We are expecting a good turnout of members and visitors. To be prepared for the turnout please try and arrive as early as possible so we can make sure the tents, signs, concessions, and trains are setup and ready to go. We know of two groups coming on Saturday with the first being a birthday party and the other being a class from Flint Elementary school. Here are a few check list items for Saturday:
Make sure you bring a lunch and plenty to drink.
If you have a two-way radio, please bring them.
If you are planning on pulling passengers with either a club or personal train, please make sure you let Peter and Robby know.
Lunch and run day meeting will start at 11:30
Flint Elementary School group of about twenty will be arriving at 12:30 and we will be letting them in to see the railroad and ask questions as we finalize getting everything ready.
We will be introducing the use of a PA system at the station this year. The goal is to make sure everyone hears instructions while in line and while getting on a train.
Conductors, please make sure you are actively involved in loading a train, so we do not overload riding cars or trains.
I am sure I am forgetting something other than see everyone on Saturday and looking forward to seeing all of the smiling faces around the railroad.
Prep Day Workday Recap for Saturday, April 22nd
The past couple of days have been busy around the railroad in preparation of our season opener next weekend. On Friday, Sam and Wes got a jump start on cutting the grass which made Saturday very productive. The Saturday crew consisted of Ben, Rick, Scott, John Tuten, Peter, Robby, Norm, Gene, Sam, and Tyler. Tyler spent the day cleaning the club steamer and when you see it next weekend you will notice just how clean he made it. Rick, Peter, and Robby took out the club diesel and went around the railroad and performed track maintenance. Norm, Sam, Gene, and Robby cleaned up the passenger station fence including putting new hooks on the fence posts and painting the posts. John and Wes worked on track items for member container #4. Norm brought back the remaining passenger trucks with repaired brakes, new springs, and other maintenance items now complete on the trucks. Now all passenger trucks have been rebuilt and ready for operation. Work was also done behind the red container cleaning out and organizing our storage space in preparation of our next order of railroad tie material arriving in the next week. This also meant rehoming a few tenants to new homes with the cleanup. Overall, extremely product day and looking forward to our season opener next Saturday, April 29th. Setup next Saturday will start at 8:30 a.m.
The past couple of days have been busy around the railroad in preparation of our season opener next weekend. On Friday, Sam and Wes got a jump start on cutting the grass which made Saturday very productive. The Saturday crew consisted of Ben, Rick, Scott, John Tuten, Peter, Robby, Norm, Gene, Sam, and Tyler. Tyler spent the day cleaning the club steamer and when you see it next weekend you will notice just how clean he made it. Rick, Peter, and Robby took out the club diesel and went around the railroad and performed track maintenance. Norm, Sam, Gene, and Robby cleaned up the passenger station fence including putting new hooks on the fence posts and painting the posts. John and Wes worked on track items for member container #4. Norm brought back the remaining passenger trucks with repaired brakes, new springs, and other maintenance items now complete on the trucks. Now all passenger trucks have been rebuilt and ready for operation. Work was also done behind the red container cleaning out and organizing our storage space in preparation of our next order of railroad tie material arriving in the next week. This also meant rehoming a few tenants to new homes with the cleanup. Overall, extremely product day and looking forward to our season opener next Saturday, April 29th. Setup next Saturday will start at 8:30 a.m.