Here is a list of current workdays and projects on the calendar for the month and beyond.
Over the course of the month, we plan on working on a project or two around the railroad. In order to give everyone a chance to find a project they are interested in helping with we are sending out monthly emails listing projects and other activities going on around the railroad. Don’t forget to invite family, friends, neighbors, and anyone you know who likes trains. For more details about some of the projects we are working on click on the “Railroad Project List” button below for a complete list. Don’t forget to bring tools, lunch, plenty to drink, and a good sense of humor. Don’t forget we have other fun days planned throughout the month and year as well so don’t forget to visit our calendar page for a complete list of everything going on around the railroad.
Over the course of the month, we plan on working on a project or two around the railroad. In order to give everyone a chance to find a project they are interested in helping with we are sending out monthly emails listing projects and other activities going on around the railroad. Don’t forget to invite family, friends, neighbors, and anyone you know who likes trains. For more details about some of the projects we are working on click on the “Railroad Project List” button below for a complete list. Don’t forget to bring tools, lunch, plenty to drink, and a good sense of humor. Don’t forget we have other fun days planned throughout the month and year as well so don’t forget to visit our calendar page for a complete list of everything going on around the railroad.
All Dates are subject to change and weather conditions
Clubhouse and Workshop project workday planned for Saturday, June 29th
Our next official workday is planned for Saturday, June 29th. Weather permitting the plan is to finish insulating container and painting the walls in the first container of our soon to be club house and workshop. If you are available to help out on Saturday, June 29th please let us know. With the right amount of help we should be able to finish this phase of the project which will allow us to transition to begin planning and setting up the first container as a functional shop.
We are also seeking donations to help finish the clubhouse and workshop project if you know of individuals or companies that might be interested in making a donation please guide them to our project page for more information.
Our next official workday is planned for Saturday, June 29th. Weather permitting the plan is to finish insulating container and painting the walls in the first container of our soon to be club house and workshop. If you are available to help out on Saturday, June 29th please let us know. With the right amount of help we should be able to finish this phase of the project which will allow us to transition to begin planning and setting up the first container as a functional shop.
We are also seeking donations to help finish the clubhouse and workshop project if you know of individuals or companies that might be interested in making a donation please guide them to our project page for more information.
Workday planned for Saturday, June 29th
Our next workday is planned on for Saturday, June 29th at 8:30 a.m. We are planning on working on a few projects around the railroad including the clubhouse and workshop project, Grandma Line, and whatever other projects club members are working on around the property. Please come out and help with any of these projects or other projects going on. Don’t forget to check out our project page to see what is either currently in progress or in planning stage. A lot of opportunities to get involved.
Make sure you bring tools, lunch, and plenty to drink. See you around the railroad.
Our next workday is planned on for Saturday, June 29th at 8:30 a.m. We are planning on working on a few projects around the railroad including the clubhouse and workshop project, Grandma Line, and whatever other projects club members are working on around the property. Please come out and help with any of these projects or other projects going on. Don’t forget to check out our project page to see what is either currently in progress or in planning stage. A lot of opportunities to get involved.
Make sure you bring tools, lunch, and plenty to drink. See you around the railroad.
Latest club fun day celebrating father got a little hot.
This past Saturday was our annual Father’s Day club fun day and even with the heat we had a great turnout. We even had visitors both locally and from out of the country stop by and enjoy the railroad. Here are a few pictures from Saturday’s fun day. If you have more pictures, you’d like to share, please send them to newsletter@northgeorgialivesteamers.org
This past Saturday was our annual Father’s Day club fun day and even with the heat we had a great turnout. We even had visitors both locally and from out of the country stop by and enjoy the railroad. Here are a few pictures from Saturday’s fun day. If you have more pictures, you’d like to share, please send them to newsletter@northgeorgialivesteamers.org
Father’s Day Weekend Event on Saturday, June 15th
Our annual Father’s Day weekend club fun day will be on Saturday, June 15th. We are expecting a great turnout by the club and will have some visitors stopping by to check out our railroad. The day starts and ends on your schedule, but most will arrive in the morning and stay until they’ve had so much fun, they can’t handle it anymore. We are also expecting to see a brand-new steam engine come alive for the first time, so you won’t want to miss the big event. Make sure you invite friends and family to come out and enjoy the railroad with you.
Please note this day is NOT part of our regularly scheduled Train Ride Day. This day is intended for our club members, friends, family, and other invited guests.
Our annual Father’s Day weekend club fun day will be on Saturday, June 15th. We are expecting a great turnout by the club and will have some visitors stopping by to check out our railroad. The day starts and ends on your schedule, but most will arrive in the morning and stay until they’ve had so much fun, they can’t handle it anymore. We are also expecting to see a brand-new steam engine come alive for the first time, so you won’t want to miss the big event. Make sure you invite friends and family to come out and enjoy the railroad with you.
Please note this day is NOT part of our regularly scheduled Train Ride Day. This day is intended for our club members, friends, family, and other invited guests.
Annual Fall Meet - October 24 - 27, 2024
It may be summer, but our annual fall meet is just around the corner. You and your friends who love trains are invited to stop by during our fall meet which is scheduled for Thursday, October 24th through Sunday, October 27th. We will be providing lunch on Saturday, October 26th so make sure you register and let us know you are coming so we can make sure we have enough food for everyone. If you are coming from out of town or just want to stay local while you are enjoying the meet we have created a list of great hotels in the area for you to pick from below. If you have an RV or camper and would like to stay on site let us know so we can reserve a space for you.
It may be summer, but our annual fall meet is just around the corner. You and your friends who love trains are invited to stop by during our fall meet which is scheduled for Thursday, October 24th through Sunday, October 27th. We will be providing lunch on Saturday, October 26th so make sure you register and let us know you are coming so we can make sure we have enough food for everyone. If you are coming from out of town or just want to stay local while you are enjoying the meet we have created a list of great hotels in the area for you to pick from below. If you have an RV or camper and would like to stay on site let us know so we can reserve a space for you.
If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to Robby Mossman, Peter Craymer or visit our website for the latest information. We also want to make sure you are aware this is NOT part of our normal public run day event. The weekend is reserved for our group to enjoy the railroad with friends, family, invited guests, and those in the hobby.
Time and date:
When: Thursday, October 24 - Sunday, October 27, 2024
Railroad Gauge(s): 7 1/2 & Gauge 1
Accommodations:
We have limited room for RV’s and trailers onsite however overflow space will be available at the RV parking area located at the Georgia International Horse Park facility which is about a mile down the road. For those wishing to stay in a hotel please visit our website for the latest list of area hotels. Most hotels are within 3 to 5 miles of the railroad along with a lot of great restaurant options.
Visiting Trains:
All locomotive types are welcome, but steam engines are required to have a recent hydro-static test. The test can be completed at the railroad with help from a NGLS.
Loading / Unloading
North Georgia Live Steamers has a hydraulic car lift that has three 20-foot sections of track that can be used at one time.
Here is a list of current workdays and projects on the calendar for the month and beyond.
Over the course of the month, we plan on working on a project or two around the railroad. In order to give everyone a chance to find a project they are interested in helping with we are sending out monthly emails listing projects and other activities going on around the railroad. Don’t forget to invite family, friends, neighbors, and anyone you know who likes trains. For more details about some of the projects we are working on click on the “Railroad Project List” button below for a complete list. Don’t forget to bring tools, lunch, plenty to drink, and a good sense of humor. Don’t forget we have other fun days planned throughout the month and year as well so don’t forget to visit our calendar page for a complete list of everything going on around the railroad.
Over the course of the month, we plan on working on a project or two around the railroad. In order to give everyone a chance to find a project they are interested in helping with we are sending out monthly emails listing projects and other activities going on around the railroad. Don’t forget to invite family, friends, neighbors, and anyone you know who likes trains. For more details about some of the projects we are working on click on the “Railroad Project List” button below for a complete list. Don’t forget to bring tools, lunch, plenty to drink, and a good sense of humor. Don’t forget we have other fun days planned throughout the month and year as well so don’t forget to visit our calendar page for a complete list of everything going on around the railroad.
All Dates are subject to change and weather conditions
Rare Friday Workday Recap - Friday, May 31st
We had a rare Friday workday to close out the month of May. The focus of the day was to work on the clubhouse and workshop as well as the Grandma Line. The crew arrived early and helped get Rick and “Bob Jr” setup to start moving dirt to the Grandma Line area. Bob Jr complained about the dirt pile being hard to do dig, but Rick helped him out by putting Bob’s forks on and used them to break up the dirt pile. The rest of the crew included Gene, Wes, Norm, and Robby as they worked on the clubhouse and workshop project. They finished framing the outside wall and ceiling inside container one. Bob C. also stopped by and unloaded his recently finished caboose and helped out with the clubhouse project.
We had a rare Friday workday to close out the month of May. The focus of the day was to work on the clubhouse and workshop as well as the Grandma Line. The crew arrived early and helped get Rick and “Bob Jr” setup to start moving dirt to the Grandma Line area. Bob Jr complained about the dirt pile being hard to do dig, but Rick helped him out by putting Bob’s forks on and used them to break up the dirt pile. The rest of the crew included Gene, Wes, Norm, and Robby as they worked on the clubhouse and workshop project. They finished framing the outside wall and ceiling inside container one. Bob C. also stopped by and unloaded his recently finished caboose and helped out with the clubhouse project.
Rare Friday Workday Planned for this Friday, May 31st at 8:30 a.m.
A rare Friday workday has been planned for Friday, May 31st starting at 8:30 a.m. for anyone who is available to come out and help. The plan is to work on the clubhouse and workshop container project. We will be building out some interior walls and ceiling in container one. Depending on the weather throughout the week we may also be moving dirt for the Grandma Line project on Friday.
A rare Friday workday has been planned for Friday, May 31st starting at 8:30 a.m. for anyone who is available to come out and help. The plan is to work on the clubhouse and workshop container project. We will be building out some interior walls and ceiling in container one. Depending on the weather throughout the week we may also be moving dirt for the Grandma Line project on Friday.
Don’t forget we have our club fun day and meeting on Saturday, June 1st. The fun day portion of the day starts whenever you arrive, but we will take a short break at 1 p.m. for the June club meeting. Don’t forget to invite family and friends out and enjoy the railroad. The day is NOT part of our public run day events.
A big shout out to our membership for making Saturday’s run day a success
Thank you to every member who came out and made Saturday’s run day a success. The weather held off and people came and enjoyed the railroad and conversations with so many of our members throughout the afternoon making it a great way for us to share our hobby with so many. We gave nearly 500 rides throughout the afternoon which is consistent with our May run days over the past several years. As we move into the summer months, we have a couple of club fun days coming up in June along with some plans to get some projects done around the railroad.
Thank you to every member who came out and made Saturday’s run day a success. The weather held off and people came and enjoyed the railroad and conversations with so many of our members throughout the afternoon making it a great way for us to share our hobby with so many. We gave nearly 500 rides throughout the afternoon which is consistent with our May run days over the past several years. As we move into the summer months, we have a couple of club fun days coming up in June along with some plans to get some projects done around the railroad. If you have availability to help out with a project this summer, please let us know. Here are a few examples of what we plan on working on over the next few months:
Grandma Line - Plans are underway to bring in more dirt which means we will be ready to install track during the summer months
Club House / Workshop Project - Plans are to install a couple more interior walls and ceiling sections in the first container. We are also looking to get the lift installed this summer.
Track & Equipment Maintenance - On going track and equipment maintenance
Signal System - As we get closer to completing the Grandma Line installation a permanent signal system for the main grade crossing can now move forward. More details on this project to follow.
For a list of all of the projects that are currently in progress, planned, or discussed visit our projects page on our website for more details. If you have a project, you would like to work on don’t hold back let everyone know and see if anyone else would like to help get started. Make it a group effort.
Speaking of taking on a project John is looking for some member recommendations on the container mural. He said he is running out of container brands to paint and is looking for recommendations and donations to help pay for the supplies. John recommends a $75 donation with $25 going towards supplies and $50 as a donation to the club. If you’d like to make a donation to the container mural project you can do so by either mailing a donation (North Georgia Live Steamers, P.O. Box 1809, Conyers, Georgia 30012) or by making a donation online. We are also in the early stages of the next container mural and details about that mural can be found on the project page as well.
May 18th Run Day Recap Photos
Project 21: Container Mural and Fundraiser
As the railroad continues to see expansion and containers being placed on the property, we are working on improving the scenery around the railroad with a container mural being painted on one of our 40’ storage containers. If you are interested in helping complete this project, please considering a donation. The project leader suggests a $75 donation, but any size donation will help complete this project. Donations can be mailed to North Georgia Live Steamers, P.O. Box 1809, Conyers, GA 30012 or you can make a donation online.
As the railroad continues to see expansion and containers being placed on the property, we are working on improving the scenery around the railroad with container murals being painted on the side of our storage containers. If you are interested in helping complete this project, you can do so in a couple of different ways. The first is by donating your time to help with anything from preparation, buying supplies, or even a donation. The money raised will go towards the current container mural and future container murals already in the planning stage. Donations can be mailed to North Georgia Live Steamers, P.O. Box 1809, Conyers, GA 30012 or you can make a donation online.
Container Mural #2 Proposal
The second container mural being proposed is based on this NYC photo. The idea is to make a couple of small adjustments including replacing New York Central on the tender and replace it with North Georgia Live Steamers as the road name. More planning is still needed but this is what is currently being discussed.
Project Progress
The threat of rain didn’t put a damper on our latest run day.
The day started out with clouds and sprinkles throughout much of the Atlanta area but as the trains began to arrive the clouds lightened and the railroad stayed dry all day. Many thanks to our all-volunteer team making the day such a success. The railroad ran great, and everyone seems to be getting used to the new route that was finished during the winter months. The railroad ran mostly steam engines on Saturday but had help from the club diesel and members Davenport switcher to help all of the visitors experience the railroad. Our Gauge 1 crew also operated our elevated railroad providing many more memories and enjoyment for everyone in attendance. We look forward to seeing everyone around the railroad during our next run day this fall or if you’d like to come out during one of our workdays and learn more about what we do keep an eye out on our website or social media for the latest on our schedule.
The day started out with clouds and sprinkles throughout much of the Atlanta area but as the trains began to arrive the clouds lightened and the railroad stayed dry all day. Many thanks to our all-volunteer team making the day such a success. The railroad ran great, and everyone seems to be getting used to the new route that was finished during the winter months. The railroad ran mostly steam engines on Saturday but had help from the club diesel and members Davenport switcher to help all of the visitors experience the railroad. Our Gauge 1 crew also operated our elevated railroad providing many more memories and enjoyment for everyone in attendance. We look forward to seeing everyone around the railroad during our next run day this fall or if you’d like to come out during one of our workdays and learn more about what we do keep an eye out on our website or social media for the latest on our schedule.
A clear path after a tree is cleared off the mainline
Earlier this week it was discovered that a tree had fallen across the mainline but did not hit the mainline. A request for help went out and a team arrived on Wednesday to clear the railroad just in time for our May 18th public run day. A shout out to Dave L., Norm, and Scott for taking care of the tree removal and allowing trains to pass once again.
Earlier this week it was discovered that a tree had fallen across the mainline but did not hit the mainline. A request for help went out and a team arrived on Wednesday to clear the railroad just in time for our May 18th public run day. A shout out to Dave L., Norm, and Scott for taking care of the tree removal and allowing trains to pass once again.
Come ride trains on Saturday, May 18th from 1 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
The railroad comes alive on Saturday, May 18th 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 on Saturday, May 18th 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
Are you available to volunteer for our May 18th Public Run Day Event?
We are looking to see who is planning on visiting other railroads this spring. We are hoping to have a good showing at other locations and to help promote our Fall meet. Please fill out the form below and let us know.
Our second public run day of the season is on Saturday, May 18th. Please let us know if you are available to volunteer that day. Fill out the form below or click the button.
Prep Day for our second run day will be on Saturday, May 11th
The second public run day of the season is just around the corner. Come out on Saturday, May 11th 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 11th 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.
Upcoming NGLS Club Fun Days and Fall meet dates
Mark your calendar for the 2024 club fun days happening with North Georgia Live Steamers. These days are for club members, invited, guests, and those in the live steam hobby. The remaining club fun day events are scheduled on June 1st, June 15th, August 24th, September 14th, and November 30th. Our Fall Meet is the last weekend in October. The dates for the 2024 meet are Thursday, October 24th through Sunday, October 27th. For more information and to register click on Fall Meet. For the latest on what’s going on with our club fun days visit our website site or contact Robby Mossman for more details.
Note: Club Fun Days are NOT public run day events. These days are reserved for our group to enjoy the railroad with friends, family, and invited guests.
Mark your calendar for the 2024 club fun days happening with North Georgia Live Steamers. These days are for club members, invited, guests, and those in the live steam hobby. The remaining club fun day events are scheduled on June 1st, June 15th, August 24th, September 14th, and November 30th. Our Fall Meet is the last weekend in October. The dates for the 2024 meet are Thursday, October 24th through Sunday, October 27th. For more information and to register click on Fall Meet. For the latest on what’s going on with our club fun days visit our website site or contact Robby Mossman for more details.
Note: Club Fun Days are NOT public run day events. These days are reserved for our group to enjoy the railroad with friends, family, and invited guests.
Planned workday disrupted by threat of rain that turns into beautiful day with a twist of project planning.
The threat of rain deterred most from going to the site today which had been a planned “Grandma Line” workday, but a few went anyway with the hope the rain would not spoil the day. Well while some areas around Atlanta saw rain the railroad started with the threat of rain but cleared throughout the day and ended up being dry and beautiful.
The threat of rain deterred most from going to the site today which had been a planned “Grandma Line” workday, but a few went anyway with the hope the rain would not spoil the day. Well while some areas around Atlanta saw rain the railroad started with the threat of rain but cleared throughout the day and ended up being dry and beautiful. The crew that did end up at the site included John, Tyler, Norm, and Robby. John actually arrived Friday and did some work setting forms for the “Grandma Line” and painted more on the container mural he’s been working on. The mural is looking great. The crew spent most of the day discussing the clubhouse and workshop project with a focus on the lift and track needed to get items from the railroad to the shop. The crew also looked at the “Grandma Line” and two of our newer riding cars to see what may need to be done to address a slight coupler height difference. More investigation to be done with hope of addressing during the summer months.
We also had club representation at Palmetto Live Steam and Mid-South Live Steamers this weekend during their Spring meets. Looking forward to hearing how the Spring Meets went at each of those railroad. If you plan on going to another railroad this Summer or Fall let us know others in the club may ant to go as well. Looking forward to seeing everyone at the railroad on Saturday, May 11th starting at 8:30 a.m. as we prepare the railroad for our next public run day, which is scheduled for Saturday, May 18th. We will need help making sure the railroad is operational, equipment is ready, grass cut, and more on Saturday. Don’t forget to make your calendar for some upcoming club fun days and workdays. See everyone around the railroad soon.
Here is a list of current workdays and projects on the calendar for the month and beyond.
Over the course of the month, we plan on working on a project or two around the railroad. In order to give everyone a chance to find a project they are interested in helping with we are sending out monthly emails listing projects and other activities going on around the railroad. Don’t forget to invite family, friends, neighbors, and anyone you know who likes trains. For more details about some of the projects we are working on click on the “Railroad Project List” button below for a complete list. Don’t forget to bring tools, lunch, plenty to drink, and a good sense of humor. Don’t forget we have other fun days planned throughout the month and year as well so don’t forget to visit our calendar page for a complete list of everything going on around the railroad.
Over the course of the month, we plan on working on a project or two around the railroad. In order to give everyone a chance to find a project they are interested in helping with we are sending out monthly emails listing projects and other activities going on around the railroad. Don’t forget to invite family, friends, neighbors, and anyone you know who likes trains. For more details about some of the projects we are working on click on the “Railroad Project List” button below for a complete list. Don’t forget to bring tools, lunch, plenty to drink, and a good sense of humor. Don’t forget we have other fun days planned throughout the month and year as well so don’t forget to visit our calendar page for a complete list of everything going on around the railroad.
All Dates are subject to change and weather conditions
Grandma Line workday planned for this Saturday, May 4th at 8:30 a.m.
Things continue to move forward on the “Grandma Line” this Saturday as the project crew continues to work on various aspects of building out the new line. If you are free to come out and help the crew would love to put you to work. The crew starts around 8:30 a.m. Don’t forget to bring plenty of water and a lunch. We are tentatively planning on laying track, building panels, and possibly spreading some dirt.
Things continue to move forward on the “Grandma Line” this Saturday as the project crew continues to work on various aspects of building out the new line. If you are free to come out and help the crew would love to put you to work. The crew starts around 8:30 a.m. Don’t forget to bring plenty of water and a lunch. We are tentatively planning on laying track, building panels, and possibly spreading some dirt.
If you looking to work on something else this weekend, please come out and feel free to work on other items around the railroad. Also note that our next prep day for our May 13th public run day is going to be on Saturday, May 6th where we will clean up the property, cut grass, and make sure all of the equipment is operational. Look forward to seeing everyone that is available this Saturday. For those that are traveling to other railroads this week for spring meets have safe travels and don’t forget to let everyone know about our fall meet. Click here for a printable flyer you can take with you.
