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Project 4: Westside water siding track changes

The purpose of this project is to add a switch coming off the inner loop traveling west bound just after the bridge and before connecting to the current mainline. The new switch will allow trains traveling west board to connect to the current water line siding. This also means we will need to install an additional switch on the water line siding that will allow us to then connect the two new switches together with a few straight panels. Once completed this will allow trains traveling east to west to stay off the yard track and travel on the mainline instead.

Based on current projects schedules we are anticipating this project will take place during some months after our last spring run day.

The purpose of this project is to add a switch coming off the inner loop traveling west bound just after the bridge and before connecting to the current mainline. The new switch will allow trains traveling west board to connect to the current water line siding. This also means we will need to install an additional switch on the water line siding that will allow us to then connect the two new switches together with a few straight panels. Once completed this will allow trains traveling east to west to stay off the yard track and travel on the mainline instead.

Based on current projects schedules we are anticipating this project will take place during some months after our last spring run day.

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For Sale - Sandy Creek 523 Switcher $2,000.00

Here is a great opportunity to purchase a completely rebuilt electric switcher. The story begins 40+ years ago when the switcher was built by Paul Demianchik in about 1979. The cab was custom built for him by Bill Koster’s Miniature Railroad Supply. The motor and controller also came from Bill. The drive train came from Railroad Supply Corp. The exact origin of the chassis is unknown. To read more on the history of this great locomotive and see additional pictures click the link below.

http://www.davelevy.net/sandy-creek-523-switcher/

The video below shows the locomotive operating after the restoration completion.

$2,000

If interested contact Dave Levy (dave@davelevy.com) for more information. This locomotive is located at North Georgia Live Steamers in Conyers, GA.

Here is a great opportunity to purchase a completely rebuilt electric switcher. The story begins 40+ years ago when the switcher was built by Paul Demianchik in about 1979. The cab was custom built for him by Bill Koster’s Miniature Railroad Supply. The motor and controller also came from Bill. The drive train came from Railroad Supply Corp. The exact origin of the chassis is unknown. To read more on the history of this great locomotive and see additional pictures click the link below.

http://www.davelevy.net/sandy-creek-523-switcher/

The video below shows the locomotive operating after the restoration completion.

$2,000

If interested contact Dave Levy (dave@davelevy.com) for more information. This locomotive is located at North Georgia Live Steamers in Conyers, GA.

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Start spreading the word about the 2024 Club Fun Days

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 current club fun day events are scheduled on January 1st, March 2nd, June 1st, June 15th, August 24th, September 14th, and November 30th. Our Fall Meet will now move 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 current club fun day events are scheduled on January 1st, March 2nd, June 1st, June 15th, August 24th, September 14th, and November 30th. Our Fall Meet will now move 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.

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Project 2: West Loop track repair near the Nicol bridge

The purpose of this project is to repair an area on the west loop near the Nicol bridge that needs about 40 feet of track repaired including moving a switch to a new location in order to provide better transition coming out of a curve heading towards the Nicol bridge. Because of the nature of this repair, it must be completed before our April 13th run day.

The purpose of this project is to repair an area on the west loop near the Nicol bridge that needs about 40 feet of track repaired including moving a switch to a new location in order to provide better transition coming out of a curve heading towards the Nicol bridge. Because of the nature of this repair, it must be completed before our April 13th run day.

Proposed work schedule

Workday #1 (at any time before January 27th) - Identify and build track panel(s) need to be built as well as cut replacement ties that will be installed in numerous places in the area being repaired.

Workday #2 (Saturday, February 24th)- repairing and reworking west loop track section near Nicol bridge.

Workday #3 (Saturday, March 23rd) - All repair work must be completed by this date to make sure the railroad is operational again before our first public run day which is Saturday, April 13th.

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Project 1: Clubhouse and Workshop Buildout

The purpose of this project is to take three 40ft shipping containers and combine them together to build out a clubhouse and workshop to use as a meeting space and shop. When completed the space will be about 960 square feet of usable space. The structure will have electricity, water, and climate control making the space useable year-round. In order to fully complete the build of the space a lot of work will need to be done along with raising the necessary funds to complete the building project. As of December 2023, it is estimated to cost between $10,000 and $13,000 to complete not including the hundreds of volunteer hours our membership and other volunteers will put in to complete.

The purpose of this project is to take three 40ft shipping containers and combine them together to build out a clubhouse and workshop to use as a meeting space and shop. When completed the space will be about 960 square feet of usable space. The structure will have electricity, water, and climate control making the space useable year-round. In order to fully complete the build of the space a lot of work will need to be done along with raising the necessary funds to complete the building project. As of December 2023, it is estimated to cost between $10,000 and $13,000 to complete not including the hundreds of volunteer hours our membership and other volunteers will put in to complete. Below is an outline of workdays and tasks we are trying to complete during the work event.

Project 1:  Clubhouse & Shop Project

Workday 1 (Anytime between now and January 12, 2024) - Get the gravel pad cleaned up next to member container #3 so the blue container can be moved.  Once the gravel pad is ready, schedule to have the blue container moved.  Wes will make arrangements for a Bobcat to be available and Gene has agreed to operate the Bobcat.

 

When the blue container is moved, we also need to separate red container #1 from #2 so we can work on installing a center pier between container 1 & 2.

 

Workday 2 (Saturday, January 13, 2024):  Trench and pull electrical wire to shop container #1.  Depending on who is available we could also trench a water line from Breeseway to the shop container area.  Wes will arrange for a trencher and operator to be available for this workday.  We will need to mark the path of the trench ahead of this workday and call Georgia 811 to mark underground hazards.

 

Workday #3 (Saturday, February 10, 2024)- Since red containers 1 & 2 are separated we need to install center piers between container 1 & 2.  May also spend some time marking the cut lines for the inner walls between container 1 & 2.

 

Workday #4 (At any time before March 9, 2024) - The electrical panel should now be active. Some electrical work can be started in container 1.  Assumption is we may install some lights and outlets but all of that is to be determined.

 

Workday #5 (at any time before March 9, 2024) - Slide container 1 & 2 back together.  We will then schedule welding the roof line between container 1 & 2 together and mark the cut lines that will be used to cut out the inner wall between container 1 & 2 if those have not already been done.

 

Workday #6 (Saturday, March 9, 2024)- Cut out container 1 inner wall.  Not sure if we can do container #2 inner wall the same day.  I will assign a separate day for container #2 inner wall.  We may also want to work on sealing.

 

Workday #7 (at any time before Saturday, April 20th) - Mark cut lines in container #2 if not already completed.  If the inner wall in container 2 has already been removed, we will leverage this day for some other tasks for the shop.  One example could be to make sure the containers are watertight at the seam.  Other items will be determined prior to the Saturday, April 20th workday.

 

Workday #? (can be done anytime) - Install pier that will be leveraged between container 2 & 3. 

 

Workday #? (On Going) - Continue to build out container 1 & 2 to make the space functional before container 3 is installed.

 

We should also start considering some fundraising options to help fund the construction of the shop & club house.  Please start thinking of ideas that will help us raise the necessary funds to build out the shop & club house.  The current project workday list does not account for any track work that will need to be done in the future.

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Christmas Party and Club Meeting Recap

The early rain didn’t put a damper on the annual Christmas Party and December club meeting. The rain came in mid-morning but by the time we finished lunch the skies cleared, and the sun came out. During the club meeting the nominations for the 2024 were made official. The following will be voted on during our January 6th meeting for the 2024 board.

The early rain didn’t put a damper on the annual Christmas Party and December club meeting. The rain came in mid-morning but by the time we finished lunch the skies cleared, and the sun came out. During the club meeting the nominations for the 2024 were made official. The following will be voted on during our January 6th meeting for the 2024 board.

2024 Nominations

President: Robby Mossman

Vice President: Peter Craymer

Secretary: Dave Levy

Board Member Nominees (3 Positions Available)

Calvin Abernathy

Bob Cummings

Scott Moore

Wes Rogers

John Tuten

According to the by-laws for positions that only have one nominee those positions are automatically filled by the nominee starting with the 2024 board year. This means the position of President, Vice President, and Secretary do not require additional vote during the January meeting. For the three Board Member positions we have more nominees than available seats will requires a vote during our January 6th meeting.

One change to the nominee list came from Scott Moore after the meeting as he requested his acceptance be changed from Vice President to Board Member. Scott had originally been nominated for both and originally accepted the Vice President and declined the board member nominee. He requested his acceptance change to Board Member nominee. This then means that Peter Craymer will be the only Vice President nominee and will become the Vice President for 2024 board year.

An email will follow shortly allowing those not able to attend the January 6th meeting an opportunity to submit a ballot electronically. Please only submit your vote electronically if you do NOT plan on attending the January 6th meeting.

As we wind down the 2023 season don’t forget John Tuten is planning a workday on the “Grandma Line” project on Saturday, December 16th. If you plan on helping, please make sure you contact John and let him know.

If you purchased a 2024 NGLS calendar, please make sure you get with Norm regarding paying and picking up your calendar. Also, if you ordered a club t-shirt and have not had a chance to pay and pick up your shirt also contact Norm to make arrangements. Do not forget to pay your dues by the January 6th club meeting. All full members must pay by the day of the meeting in order to be eligible to vote.

One final thing. Don’t forget to join everyone at the railroad on January 1st for our annual New Years Day club fun day.

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Support through Give with Microsoft Bing

North Georgia Live Steamers is a non-profit educational organization, and our all-volunteer staff rely on our public run day events and donations from individuals like you to make it all happen. We recently partnered up with Microsoft Rewards which lets you support North Georgia Live Steamers through its Give with Bing program. After signing up and selecting our organization, you can earn rewards points just for searching the web with Bing. Microsoft then turns those points into cash donations to us.

The program is free--you just need to sign up with a Microsoft account.

Join now (https://tinyurl.com/nglsbing)

North Georgia Live Steamers is a non-profit educational organization, and our all-volunteer staff rely on our public run day events and donations from individuals like you to make it all happen. We recently partnered up with Microsoft Rewards which lets you support North Georgia Live Steamers through its Give with Bing program. After signing up and selecting our organization, you can earn rewards points just for searching the web with Bing. Microsoft then turns those points into cash donations to us.

The program is free--you just need to sign up with a Microsoft account.

Join now (https://tinyurl.com/nglsbing)

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The 2024 Schedule Has Been Set

The season flew by this year and it is hard to believe we are already talking about the 2024 schedule. The goal of the 2024 calendar is to make sure we provide nearly monthly club fun days, scheduled workdays, and opportunities to visit other clubs without conflicting with anything we have on our official NGLS calendar. The list below is a partial list of our dates with a full list available on our website by click on the calendar page. Below we’ve simply listed our public run day events and Fall Meet. Starting in 2024 our Fall Meet will now be scheduled during the last weekend in October. This is being done in order to not conflict with events at other clubs in the region. This should provide an opportunity for both NGLS Members and others in the hobby an opportunity to visit other railroads and not have any scheduling conflicts between clubs.

2024 Calendar

Saturday, April 13, 2024- Public Run Day 1 

Saturday, May 18, 2024 - Public Run Day 2 

Saturday, October 5, 2024 - Public Run Day 3

Thursday, October 24 - Sunday, October 27, 2024- Fall Meet

Saturday, November 9, 2024- Public Run Day 4

A printed version of the NGLS calendar will be available for sale in the coming weeks and will have a full list of dates on the schedule.

The season flew by this year, and it is hard to believe we are already talking about the 2024 schedule. The goal of the 2024 calendar is to make sure we provide nearly monthly club fun days, scheduled workdays, and opportunities to visit other clubs without conflicting with anything we have on our official NGLS calendar. The list below is a partial list of our dates with a full list available on our website by click on the calendar page. Below we’ve simply listed our public run day events and Fall Meet. Starting in 2024 our Fall Meet will now be scheduled during the last weekend in October. This is being done in order to not conflict with events at other clubs in the region. This should provide an opportunity for both NGLS Members and others in the hobby an opportunity to visit other railroads and not have any scheduling conflicts between clubs.

2024 Calendar

Saturday, April 13, 2024- Public Run Day 1 

Saturday, May 18, 2024 - Public Run Day 2 

Saturday, October 5, 2024 - Public Run Day 3

Thursday, October 24 - Sunday, October 27, 2024- Fall Meet

Saturday, November 9, 2024- Public Run Day 4

A printed version of the NGLS calendar will be available for sale in the coming weeks and will have a full list of dates on the schedule.


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Slipped in a workday even though the forecast said it was going to rain this past Saturday

To say the weatherman got the weather wrong would be an understatement as we cancelled our club meeting and party this past Saturday. The original forecast didn’t deter John, Wes, and Scott from coming out to the site and getting some work down around the railroad. The crew worked on building a switch that will eventually get installed on the mainline and help connect the “Grandma Line” and water line with the mainline. The crew is hoping to get the switch installed in the coming week or two.

To say the weatherman got the weather wrong would be an understatement as we cancelled our club meeting and party this past Saturday. The original forecast didn’t deter John, Wes, and Scott from coming out to the site and getting some work down around the railroad. The crew worked on building a switch that will eventually get installed on the mainline and help connect the “Grandma Line” and water line with the mainline. The crew is hoping to get the switch installed in the coming week or two.

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Club Meeting and Christmas Party this Saturday, December 9th

As a reminder the annual December Club Meeting and Christmas Party has been rescheduled for this Saturday, December 9th. Please continue to work with Joan on coordinating food and other activities for the Christmas Party.

The plan is still start arriving around 11 a.m. with food at noon and club meeting at 1 p.m. Don’t forget party activities include White Elephant Raffle. So, make sure you bring a white elephant gift and money to buy some raffle tickets to play.

For those not able to attend the meeting and would still like to submit nominations for the 2024 board please do so no later than Friday, December 8th using the link below. If you have already submitted your nominations online you do not need to do it again.

https://tinyurl.com/2024nglsnominations

As a reminder the annual December Club Meeting and Christmas Party has been rescheduled for this Saturday, December 9th. Please continue to work with Joan on coordinating food and other activities for the Christmas Party.

The plan is still start arriving around 11 a.m. with food at noon and club meeting at 1 p.m. Don’t forget party activities include White Elephant Raffle. So, make sure you bring a white elephant gift and money to buy some raffle tickets to play.

For those not able to attend the meeting and would still like to submit nominations for the 2024 board please do so no later than Friday, December 8th using the link below. If you have already submitted your nominations online you do not need to do it again.

https://tinyurl.com/2024nglsnominations

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Volunteer for the Trains, Trains, Trains event at the Southern Museum of Civil War and Locomotive History

It is that time of year again where we head to Kennesaw for the Trains, Trains, Trains event at the Southern Museum of Civil War and Locomotive History. The event will be on Saturday, January 27th and Sunday, January 28th. Setup for the event will be on Friday, January 26. We need to know who is available to volunteer for the event please click on the button below and let us know.

Event Details

Event Times: 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Morning Meeting: 9:00 a.m.

Setup Information

Setup Date: Friday, January 26th

Setup Time: 2 p.m.

It is that time of year again where we head to Kennesaw for the Trains, Trains, Trains event at the Southern Museum of Civil War and Locomotive History. The event will be on Saturday, January 27th and Sunday, January 28th. Setup for the event will be on Friday, January 26. We need to know who is available to volunteer and display equipment for the event. Please click on the button below and let us know.

Event Details

Event Times: 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Morning Meeting: 9:00 a.m.

Setup Information

Setup Date: Friday, January 26th

Setup Time: 2 p.m.

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Rescheduled - Club Meeting and Christmas Party is now for Saturday, December 9th

Because of the weather we are rescheduling the December club meeting and annual Christmas Party at the site to Saturday, December 9th. Please continue to work with Joan on coordinating food and other activities for the Christmas Party.

The plan is still start arriving around 11 a.m. with food at noon and club meeting at 1 p.m. Don’t forget party activities include White Elephant Raffle. So, make sure you bring a white elephant gift and money to buy some raffle tickets to play.

Because of the weather we are rescheduling the December club meeting and annual Christmas Party at the site to Saturday, December 9th. Please continue to work with Joan on coordinating food and other activities for the Christmas Party.

The plan is still start arriving around 11 a.m. with food at noon and club meeting at 1 p.m. Don’t forget party activities include White Elephant Raffle. So, make sure you bring a white elephant gift and money to buy some raffle tickets to play.

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Please Read - Club Meeting and Christmas Party on Saturday, December 2nd

The December club meeting and annual Christmas Party is scheduled for this Saturday, December 2nd. The weather isn’t looking great for an outdoor meeting and party, so we are working on an alternative location. Stay tuned for more details. Please continue to work with Joan on coordinating food and other activities for the Christmas Party.

The December club meeting and annual Christmas Party is scheduled for this Saturday, December 2nd. The weather isn’t looking great for an outdoor meeting and party, so we are working on an alternative location. Stay tuned for more details. Please continue to work with Joan on coordinating food and other activities for the Christmas Party.

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#GivingTuesday is Today. Please consider making a donation.

As part of our year-end fund-raising activities, the North Georgia Live Steamers will be participating in the Annual Giving Tuesday event.

As a non-profit organization, the North Georgia Live Steamers relies on donations from members, friends, customers, and organizations to provide funding for a host of projects including both the maintenance and expansion of the railroad and equipment, building of our maintenance facility and more.

Our all-volunteer crew has made a lot of progress on many of the ongoing projects, but much work still needs to be done.  Please join us in our efforts to demonstrate a working miniature railroad to the public and educate everyone on the rich history of railroading in our country. To make a donation, please use the Donate button or you can mail your donation to: North Georgia Live Steamers, P.O. Box 1809, Conyers, Georgia 30012.

All donations are tax deductible to the extent allowed by law. North Georgia Live Steamers is a not-for-profit, educational organization, incorporated in the state of Georgia. We are tax exempt as defined by Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code.

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As part of our year-end fund-raising activities, the North Georgia Live Steamers will be participating in the Annual Giving Tuesday event.

As a non-profit organization, the North Georgia Live Steamers relies on donations from members, friends, customers, and organizations to provide funding for a host of projects including both the maintenance and expansion of the railroad and equipment, building of our maintenance facility and more.

Our all-volunteer crew has made a lot of progress on many of the ongoing projects, but much work still needs to be done.  Please join us in our efforts to demonstrate a working miniature railroad to the public and educate everyone on the rich history of railroading in our country. To make a donation, please use the Donate button or you can mail your donation to: North Georgia Live Steamers, P.O. Box 1809, Conyers, Georgia 30012.

All donations are tax deductible to the extent allowed by law. North Georgia Live Steamers is a not-for-profit, educational organization, incorporated in the state of Georgia. We are tax exempt as defined by Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code.

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Reminder: Submit your 2024 Board Nominees for those not able to attend our December 2nd meeting

It is that time of year again to submit nominations for the 2024 board. All nominees must currently be a Full Member. For those able to attend the Saturday, December 2nd nominations will be taken electronical until Friday, December 1st at 8 p.m. Nominees will also be taken during our regularly scheduled December 2nd club meeting at 1 p.m. for those submitting nominees in-person. Please review our bylaws to understand what the requirements are for nominees for the various positions. Nominees will be approved at the close of the nomination process on Saturday, December 2, 2023, with voting to take place on Saturday, January 6, 2024, at 1 p.m. during our regularly scheduled meeting. Remember that anyone being nominated must be a Full Member and in good standing with the club at the time of nomination and voting. All voting members must be Full Members prior to vote being taken on Saturday, January 6, 2024, with dues paid for the 2024 year.

All nominees submitted electronically will be contact ahead of our December 2nd meeting to insure they are wanting to be nominated.

To submit a nominee please Click or use the form below to submit your nominees electronically.

It is that time of year again to submit nominations for the 2024 board. All nominees must currently be a Full Member. For those able to attend the Saturday, December 2nd nominations will be taken electronical until Friday, December 1st at 8 p.m. Nominees will also be taken during our regularly scheduled December 2nd club meeting at 1 p.m. for those submitting nominees in-person. Please review our bylaws to understand what the requirements are for nominees for the various positions. Nominees will be approved at the close of the nomination process on Saturday, December 2, 2023, with voting to take place on Saturday, January 6, 2024, at 1 p.m. during our regularly scheduled meeting. Remember that anyone being nominated must be a Full Member and in good standing with the club at the time of nomination and voting. All voting members must be Full Members prior to vote being taken on Saturday, January 6, 2024, with dues paid for the 2024 year.

All nominees submitted electronically will be contact ahead of our December 2nd meeting to insure they are wanting to be nominated.

To submit a nominee please Click or use the form below to submit your nominees electronically.


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#GivingTuesday is Tuesday, November 28, 2023

As part of our year-end fund-raising activities, the North Georgia Live Steamers will be participating in the Annual Giving Tuesday event.

As a non-profit organization, the North Georgia Live Steamers relies on donations from members, friends, customers, and organizations to provide funding for a host of projects including both the maintenance and expansion of the railroad and equipment, building of our maintenance facility and more.

Our all-volunteer crew has made a lot of progress on many of the ongoing projects, but much work still needs to be done.  Please join us in our efforts to demonstrate a working miniature railroad to the public and educate everyone on the rich history of railroading in our country. To make a donation, please use the Donate button or you can mail your donation to: North Georgia Live Steamers, P.O. Box 1809, Conyers, Georgia 30012.

All donations are tax deductible to the extent allowed by law. North Georgia Live Steamers is a not-for-profit, educational organization, incorporated in the state of Georgia. We are tax exempt as defined by Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code.

#GivingTuesday Donate Here

As part of our year-end fund-raising activities, the North Georgia Live Steamers will be participating in the Annual Giving Tuesday event.

As a non-profit organization, the North Georgia Live Steamers relies on donations from members, friends, customers, and organizations to provide funding for a host of projects including both the maintenance and expansion of the railroad and equipment, building of our maintenance facility and more.

Our all-volunteer crew has made a lot of progress on many of the ongoing projects, but much work still needs to be done.  Please join us in our efforts to demonstrate a working miniature railroad to the public and educate everyone on the rich history of railroading in our country. To make a donation, please use the Donate button or you can mail your donation to: North Georgia Live Steamers, P.O. Box 1809, Conyers, Georgia 30012.

All donations are tax deductible to the extent allowed by law. North Georgia Live Steamers is a not-for-profit, educational organization, incorporated in the state of Georgia. We are tax exempt as defined by Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code.

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Happy Thanksgiving from North Georgia Live Steamers

North Georgia Live Steamers want to wish you and your family a Happy Thanksgiving. As a not-for-profit educational organization, we rely on our members and volunteers like you. This year we are extra thankful for hundreds of hours our members and volunteers have provided.

North Georgia Live Steamers want to wish you and your family a Happy Thanksgiving. As a not-for-profit educational organization, we rely on our members and volunteers like you. This year we are extra thankful for hundreds of hours our members and volunteers have provided.

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The Board of Directors want to thank our members, volunteers, and visitors for making our 2023 season a success. #nglsrr

The Board of Directors want to thank our members, volunteers, and visitors for making our 2023 season a success. Without each one of you our not-for-profit educational organization would not be possible. Our all-volunteer team work hard year-round on projects including performing maintenance on both our steam and diesel locomotives, passenger cars, track work, and other railroad related projects. Our NGLS members also work on personal trains, scale structures, and more which are used during our train ride events and without those items the railroad would not operate. If you or someone you know are interested in becoming a member, please visit our website for more information.

The money raised during our train ride day event goes right back into the railroad which then helps us fund projects such as performing maintenance, building structures, and expanding the railroad. If you are interested in donating to North Georgia Live Steamers, please visit our donation page for more information about our not-for-profit organization.  We look forward to seeing you during our 2024 season. Our schedule for the 2024 season will be announced in January. Again, thank you for coming out and supporting the railroad.

The Board of Directors want to thank our members, volunteers, and visitors for making our 2023 season a success. Without each one of you our not-for-profit educational organization would not be possible. Our all-volunteer team work hard year-round on projects including performing maintenance on both our steam and diesel locomotives, passenger cars, track work, and other railroad related projects. Our NGLS members also work on personal trains, scale structures, and more which are used during our train ride events and without those items the railroad would not operate. If you or someone you know are interested in becoming a member, please visit our website for more information.

The money raised during our train ride days goes right back into the railroad which then helps us fund projects such as performing maintenance, building structures, expanding the railroad, and more. If you are interested in donating to North Georgia Live Steamers, please visit our donation page for more information about our not-for-profit organization.  We look forward to seeing you during our 2024 season. Our schedule for the 2024 season will be announced in January. Again, thank you for coming out and supporting the railroad.

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Do You Shop at Kroger's? You Could Be Raising Money For North Georgia Live Steamers

If you shop at Kroger's, your everyday purchases could turn donations to the North Georgia Live Steamers.  All you do is register and use your Kroger card every time you shop at Kroger's.

If you shop at Kroger's, your everyday purchases could turn donations to the North Georgia Live Steamers.  All you do is register and use your Kroger card every time you shop at Kroger's.

How do you register your Kroger Rewards card?  Simply click on the link below and login to your account and follow the steps provided by Kroger to register North Georgia Live Steamers with your account.


Here is the link to the reward program:  Kroger Community Rewards program

Remember spread the word to your friends and family and make sure they register North Georgia Live Steamers as a Kroger Community Reward recipient. 

If you have any questions regarding how the program works, please visit Kroger Community Rewards for additional information. 

Our organization number is: NX755

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