Progress on rebuilding the new NGLS electric switcher
Some exciting progress has been made on rebuilding the electric switcher. Dave L. installed new motor, controller, batteries, and a new paint job. Things are coming together nicely, and I know we all look forward to seeing this locomotive operating around the railroad in 2024. Big shout out to Dave for his work on this project.
Some exciting progress has been made on rebuilding the electric switcher. Dave L. installed new motor, controller, batteries, and a new paint job. Things are coming together nicely, and I know we all look forward to seeing this locomotive operating around the railroad in 2024. Big shout out to Dave for his work on this project.
Like many of our projects around the railroad none of them can be completed without our members, volunteers, and support to help cover the cost of these projects. Please consider making a donation to help cover the cost of this and other projects.
Come see us at the annual Trains, Trains, Trains event at The Southern Museum of Civil War and Locomotive History
Come see North Georgia Live Steamers at the Trains, Trains, Trains event at The Southern Museum of Civil War and Locomotive History in Kennesaw. The event is scheduled for Saturday, January 27th and Sunday, January 28th from 9:30 AM-5:00 PM each day. The museum will be filled with model train layouts, many which you will be able to operate yourself.
The 2024 event will feature the Museum’s biggest model train display to date along with train-themed activities and historic trains.
The model train layouts will come in all sizes and feature a variety of themes, many of which have interactive buttons to delight young visitors. Railroad artifacts will be on display for visitors to hold, touch and discover how they were used.
Come see North Georgia Live Steamers at the Trains, Trains, Trains event at The Southern Museum of Civil War and Locomotive History in Kennesaw. The event is scheduled for Saturday, January 27th and Sunday, January 28th from 9:30 AM-5:00 PM each day. The museum will be filled with model train layouts, many which you will be able to operate yourself.
The 2024 event will feature the Museum’s biggest model train display to date along with train-themed activities and historic trains.
The model train layouts will come in all sizes and feature a variety of themes, many of which have interactive buttons to delight young visitors. Railroad artifacts will be on display for visitors to hold, touch and discover how they were used.
Museum operating hours for the event are from 9:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Regular admission is $10 for adults, $8 for seniors (ages 65+), and $5 for children (ages 3 to 17), active-duty military (with ID) and university students (with ID). Tickets are available online. Admission for Museum members is always free!
The Southern Museum is located at 2829 Cherokee Street in Downtown Kennesaw (exit 273 on Interstate 75).
Parking will be available at Swift-Cantrell Park, located at 3140 Old 41 Hwy NW, with a free shuttle service.
For information visit the museum website: https://www.kennesaw-ga.gov/kennesaw-event/trains-trains-trains-2/
Reminder: 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.
Clubhouse and Workshop Workday Recap for Saturday, January 13, 2024
A big day at the railroad as a last-minute push to get the utilities marked on Friday was successful so we could finally get electrical and water to the clubhouse and workshop containers. After nearly a three year wait to start the project, we are now on track to making the first two containers functional in 2024.
A big day at the railroad as a last-minute push to get the utilities marked on Friday was successful so we could finally get electrical and water to the clubhouse and workshop containers. After nearly a three year wait to start the project, we are now on track to making the first two containers functional in 2024. A group made up of Wes, John T., Calvin, David E., Robby, Norm, Thomas, Scott, and a special helper Allen made the day a success. The crew trenched and installed 300 feet of conduit and 120 feet waterline. While things still need to hook up, we are a step closer to making the clubhouse and workshop operational later this year. Be on the lookout for the next workday for this project.
Winter workday still planned for Saturday, January 13th but working on Grandma Line instead
Our planned workday for this Saturday, January 13th is still a GO, but we are shifting to a different project because the utilities could not get marked in time for us to trench safely this weekend. We are shifting our workday to work on the track repairs on the west end of the railroad near the Nicol bridge. We will need some track panels made and ties cut for this project in order to complete the repairs. Depending on how much we get done we will also do some work on the Grandma Line project. The morning air will be a little cool but warms up while we work so make sure you bring coats, gloves, tools, and a good sense of humor.
Please note that depending on how much gets done part of the west end of the railroad may be closed until repairs are finished.
Our planned workday for this Saturday, January 13th is still a GO, but we are shifting to a different project because the utilities could not get marked in time for us to trench safely this weekend. We are shifting our workday to work on the track repairs on the west end of the railroad near the Nicol bridge. We will need some track panels made and ties cut for this project in order to complete the repairs. Depending on how much we get done we will also do some work on the Grandma Line project. The morning air will be a little cool but warms up while we work so make sure you bring coats, gloves, tools, and a good sense of humor.
Please note that depending on how much gets done part of the west end of the railroad may be closed until repairs are finished.
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.
Clubhouse and Workshop Project Workday (Weather Permitting) on Saturday, January 13th
On Saturday, January 13th we are planning on trenching both electrical and water to the clubhouse and workshop containers. Work will begin around 8:30 a.m. Make sure you bring a lunch, plenty to drink, gloves, and expect to get dirty.
A small crew may also gather during the week to get a head start on Saturday’s efforts so be on the lookout for an email seeing who may have availability during the week.
On Saturday, January 13th we are planning on trenching both electrical and water to the clubhouse and workshop containers. Work will begin around 8:30 a.m. Make sure you bring a lunch, plenty to drink, gloves, and expect to get dirty.
A small crew may also gather during the week to get a head start on Saturday’s efforts so be on the lookout for an email seeing who may have availability during the week.
New Year means it's time for our winter maintenance around the railroad and help from you..
Every year during the offsite season the members and volunteers at North Georgia Live Steamers spend many hours servicing the club diesel locomotive, club steam engine, passenger cars, the railroad and more. A lot of time and money goes into maintaining everything around the property. This year is no different and our public run day events is our primary way we raise the necessary funds to operate. We also receive donations from individuals as well as businesses to help raise the additional funds to operate. We are asking you to Help Keep The Trains Running via a donation. Visit our website for more details on how you can donate and support the railroad operate.
Every year during the offsite season the members and volunteers at North Georgia Live Steamers spend many hours servicing the club diesel locomotive, club steam engine, passenger cars, the railroad and more. A lot of time and money goes into maintaining everything around the property. This year is no different and our public run day events is our primary way we raise the necessary funds to operate. We also receive donations from individuals as well as businesses to help raise the additional funds to operate. We are asking you to Help Keep The Trains Running via a donation. Visit our website for more details on how you can donate and support the railroad operate.
Thank you for your support and we look forward to seeing you around the railroad this year.
North Georgia Live Steamers, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) Charitable Organization.
North Georgia Live Steamers Announce The 2024 Board of Directors
On Saturday, January 6, 2024, the North Georgia Live Steamers voted and approved the 2024 Board of Directors. The 2023 and the members of North Georgia Live Steamers would like to thank those who served on the 2023 Board.
2024 Board of Directors
President: Robby Mossman
Vice President: Peter Craymer
Treasurer: Norm Wizner
Secretary: Dave Levy
Board Members
Calvin Abernathy
Wes Rogers (Safety Officer)
John Tuten
On Saturday, January 6, 2024, the North Georgia Live Steamers voted and approved the 2024 Board of Directors. The 2023 and the members of North Georgia Live Steamers would like to thank those who served on the 2023 Board.
2024 Board of Directors
President: Robby Mossman
Vice President: Peter Craymer
Treasurer: Norm Wizner
Secretary: Dave Levy
Board Members
Calvin Abernathy
Wes Rogers (Safety Officer)
John Tuten
Club Meeting Location Change - Moving to Hawthorn Suites across from railroad
Our January meeting is this Saturday, January 6th at 1 p.m. The meeting location will move across the street to Hawthorn Suites which is at 1659 Centennial Olympic Parkway, Conyers, GA 30013. If you are unable to make the meeting and are a FULL member you can vote for the 2024 Board online by visiting https://tinyurl.com/ngls2024voting. Please note that you must be a current FULL member and have paid your 2024 dues prior to the start of the Saturday, January 6th meeting.
Our January meeting is this Saturday, January 6th at 1 p.m. The meeting location will move across the street to Hawthorn Suites which is at 1659 Centennial Olympic Parkway, Conyers, GA 30013. If you are unable to make the meeting and are a FULL member you can vote for the 2024 Board online by visiting https://tinyurl.com/ngls2024voting. Please note that you must be a current FULL member and have paid your 2024 dues prior to the start of the Saturday, January 6th meeting.
Train Ride Schedule announced for the 2024 Season
Our 2024 train ride schedule has been set and we look forward to seeing everyone around the railroad this season. The schedule for the 2024 season will be Saturday, April 13th, May 18th, October 5th, and November 9th from 1 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. 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 accepted.
For more information about our ride days please visit ride day webpage
Our 2024 train ride schedule has been set and we look forward to seeing everyone around the railroad this season. The schedule for the 2024 season will be Saturday, April 13th, May 18th, October 5th, and November 9th from 1 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. 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 accepted.
For more information about our ride days please visit ride day webpage
2024 NGLS Online Voting closes on Friday, January 5th at 6 p.m. and meeting on Saturday, January 6th
Voting for the 2024 board is now open to all FULL Members who are NOT planning on attending the January 6 2024 meeting. The nominees for the 2024 board were voted on during our December 9, 2023, meeting and because some positions only had a single nominee those individuals automatically are elected to the 2024 board in accordance with our bylaws.
As a reminder only members that have FULL membership status are eligible to vote and must have paid dues prior to the vote being taken during our January 6, 2024 meeting. Dues can be mailed to:
North Georgia Live Steamers
P.O. Box 1809
Conyers, GA 30012
Dues for the 2024 season will also be taken during our January 6th meeting.
Yearly Dues
Full Membership: $75
Associate Membership: $50
Junior Membership: $25
To cast your vote, click the link and complete the online ballot. (https://tinyurl.com/ngls2024voting). All online votes must be received by 6 p.m. on Friday, January 5, 2024.
Voting for the 2024 board is now open to all FULL Members who are NOT planning on attending the January 6 2024 meeting. The nominees for the 2024 board were voted on during our December 9, 2023, meeting and because some positions only had a single nominee those individuals automatically are elected to the 2024 board in accordance with our bylaws.
As a reminder only members that have FULL membership status are eligible to vote and must have paid dues prior to the vote being taken during our January 6, 2024 meeting. Dues can be mailed to:
North Georgia Live Steamers
P.O. Box 1809
Conyers, GA 30012
Dues for the 2024 season will also be taken during our January 6th meeting.
Yearly Dues
Full Membership: $75
Associate Membership: $50
Junior Membership: $25
To cast your vote, click the link and complete the online ballot. (https://tinyurl.com/ngls2024voting). All online votes must be received by 6 p.m. on Friday, January 5, 2024.
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.
Happy New Year from North Georgia Live Steamers
The board of directors and the members of North Georgia Live Steamers wish everyone a Happy New Year. We look forward to seeing you around the railroad in the New Year.
The board of directors and the members of North Georgia Live Steamers wish everyone a Happy New Year. We look forward to seeing you around the railroad in the New Year.
Project 3 Inner Bridge Rebuild information
The bridges on our railroad date back to when the railroad was operating in a different location. The bridges are at least 30 years old and are in need of replacing the deck boards. The next bridge scheduled for this work is the inner bridge which currently serves as our mainline for trains traveling from east to west.
The bridges on our railroad date back to when the railroad was operating in a different location. The bridges are at least 30 years old and are in need of replacing the deck boards. The next bridge scheduled for this work is the inner bridge which currently serves as our mainline for trains traveling from east to west.
Some prep work needs to be done before the rebuild can be started which includes:
Cutting deck boards making sure they are all the same height.
Purchasing appropriate bolts, washers, and nuts
Once all of the prep work is complete this project can take place at any time. If you would like to coordinate a workday during the week or on a weekend, please click the “I want to volunteer” button and let us know.
Last Grandma Line workday of 2023 happened on Saturday with the installation of a new mainline switch
As 2023 winds down work on the “Grandma Line” took place on Saturday, December 30th with a major milestone taking place with the installation of a new mainline switch. This new switch will eventually connect both the “Grandma Line” and the east end of the water line to the mainline. Until then John and Wes also installed a few straight panels off the new switch and began to map out the relocation the existing water line switch and what track panels will need to be built next. You might be asking what switch is being relocated, well it is the switch closest to the red water tower on the east end of the water siding track. This relocation is needed to connect the “Grandma Line” and water line together before they eventually connect to the mainline.
As 2023 winds down work on the “Grandma Line” took place on Saturday, December 30th with a major milestone taking place with the installation of a new mainline switch. This new switch will eventually connect both the “Grandma Line” and the east end of the water line to the mainline. Until then John and Wes also installed a few straight panels off the new switch and began to map out the relocation the existing water line switch and what track panels will need to be built next. You might be asking what switch is being relocated, well it is the switch closest to the red water tower on the east end of the water siding track. This relocation is needed to connect the “Grandma Line” and water line together before they eventually connect to the mainline.
As we move into 2024 John and Wes are looking for help with making a temporary grade crossing near the west end of the water line. This temporary grade crossing will be used to haul dirt, ballast, and more from the gravel pit through the woods to the east end of the “Grandma Line”. If you are interested in helping with this project click here and let John know.
NGLS Electric Switcher
A few years ago, a small two axel electric switcher was donated to the club. In December 2023 a plan was developed, and work has begun on restoring and upgrading the electric switcher so it can be used for light duty service around the railroad. Dave Levy is taking this project on and look forward to updates from him in 2024.
A few years ago, a small two axel electric switcher was donated to the club. In December 2023 a plan was developed, and work has begun on restoring and upgrading the electric switcher so it can be used for light duty service around the railroad. Dave Levy is taking this project on and look forward to updates from him in 2024.
Update: By January 19, 2024 the locomotive was nearly completion with a new motor, batteries, and a paint job. A few more things and this locomotive will be ready for operation.
The locomotive under power for the first time after installation of new motor, controller, batteries, and more.
New riding cars are getting some updates before the 2024 season.
Over the past couple of months, we acquired three new individual riding cars. This is a great addition to the fleet which will allow the club and the members the opportunity to use club owned riding cars around the railroad. Back in August we acquired two riding cars from Godshall Customer Machining and used them during our fall run days. A few updates to the riding cars are being performed including adding new couplers and preparing to add brakes to each of the trucks. On Saturday, December 30th the new couplers were installed, and the temporary pass-through airline was adjusted to accommodate the new couplers which will allow the two cars to operate independently. Over the next few month brakes will get installed and final adjustments to the airlines will take place at that time. We are also looking at repainting the cars and are looking for individuals to help with this portion of the project. If you are interested, click on the “I want to help” button below and let us know you are interested in helping.
Over the past couple of months, we acquired three new individual riding cars. This is a great addition to the fleet which will allow the club and the members the opportunity to use club owned riding cars around the railroad. Back in August we acquired two riding cars from Godshall Customer Machining and used them during our fall run days. A few updates to the riding cars are being performed including adding new couplers and preparing to add brakes to each of the trucks. On Saturday, December 30th the new couplers were installed, and the temporary pass-through airline was adjusted to accommodate the new couplers which will allow the two cars to operate independently. Over the next few month brakes will get installed and final adjustments to the airlines will take place at that time. We are also looking at repainting the cars and are looking for individuals to help with this portion of the project. If you are interested, click on the “I want to help” button below and let us know you are interested in helping.
As you may have seen recently our third new riding car is also getting a makeover. When we received the car it was unpainted and did not have brakes on the trucks. The riding car has been unassembled and cleaned surface rust off the metal and painted. The trucks are also getting cleaned and painted and will also get brakes installed once completed. We hope to have all of this completed in the next couple of weeks. We are also working on getting the riding car lettered before putting it back on the railroad this spring. Here are some pictures of the riding car when we picked it up as well as the work that has been done to clean and paint the car.
