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
Another great day of operation during our May 18th public run day event
Another great day of operating 701 as she pulled passengers around the Conyers & Hightower Trail Railroad for nearly four hours. In typically fashion she had more steam than her engineer and received lots of comments like is that real coal and you have something on our face. Not quite sure what they meant. :)
Another great day of operating C&O 701 as she pulled passengers around North Georgia Live Steamers Conyers & Hightower Trail Railroad for nearly four hours just east of Atlanta. In typically fashion she had more steam than her engineer and received lots of comments like is that real coal and you have something on our face. Not quite sure what that last comment meant. :)
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
Happy Mother’s Day
A big thank you to all of the moms on Mother’s Day. Thank you for all you do in supporting us in everything we do.
A big thank you to all of the moms on Mother’s Day. Thank you for all you do in supporting us in everything we do.
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.
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.
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.
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
Our Gauge 1 railroad was full steam ahead during our April 13, 2024, public run day
A big thank you to our members, volunteers, and visitors as we opened the 2024 season. We couldn’t do what we do without each and every one of you. The railroad saw five steam engines, five diesel locomotives, and lots of rolling stock running around the railroad. A big thanks to Liz from Operation Life Saver in helping share the importance of railroad safety. Also, a special thank you to our photographer Nat for taking lots of great photos from Saturday’s event. We look forward to seeing everyone around the railroad at our May 18th public run day.
A big thank you to our members, volunteers, and visitors as we opened the 2024 season. We couldn’t do what we do without each and every one of you. The railroad saw five steam engines, five diesel locomotives, and lots of rolling stock running around the railroad. A big thanks to Liz from Operation Life Saver in helping share the importance of railroad safety. Also, a special thank you to our photographer Nat for taking lots of great photos from Saturday’s event. We look forward to seeing everyone around the railroad at our May 18th public run day. If you are interested in volunteering or becoming a member please reach out and let us know on our Contact Us page on our website.
Grandma Line workday showed a great deal of progress again this past weekend.
With each weekend of work on the “Grandma Line” comes a great deal of progress with each and every day. The project crew, which consisted of John T., Wes, David E., Norm, Gene, and others worked on continuing to backfill dirt against a new retaining wall and laying about 30 feet of track. The project crew will need help in the coming weeks with the building of additional track panels and helping with spreading and compacting of dirt once we get enough dry days more dirt can be brought in. Meanwhile, Norm also came by the railroad today and repaired the club diesel which is now back in operation. Thank you for the quick turn around on the repair.
With each weekend of work on the “Grandma Line” comes a great deal of progress with each and every day. The project crew, which consisted of John T., Wes, David E., Norm, and Gene, worked on the project and worked on continuing to backfill dirt against a new retaining wall and laying about 30 feet of track. Others where onsite working helping out on this and other projects around the railroad. Here is a small snippet from John T’s post on Facebook with additional details from Saturday’s workday.
Well, Friday evening had two inspectors slither by. Both were dispatched post haste and with malice. I therefore decided to paint instead until morning light. Coast Guard is now finished and the base color for Space Force has been applied. Saturday crew was composed of: Wes, Gene, John T, Dave L, Bob C, Norm, David E, and even Scott made a brief appearance. Bob worked on the club steamer, Norm on the club diesel, Dave replaced a few ties with our plastic samples to alleviate a short on the crossing bell, and the rest worked on the Grandma Line…
The project crew will need help in the coming weeks building additional track panels and helping with spreading and compacting of dirt once we get enough dry days more dirt can be brought in with “Bob”. A continued thank you to everyone who came out this weekend and every weekend we have a workday around the railroad. The next couple of weeks will slow down a little as some of our workers will be traveling to visit other railroads but if you are one of the many that will be staying in the area and are available, we do have a planned “Grandma Line” workday on Saturday, May 4th and another workday on Saturday, May 11th to prepare the railroad for our May public run day. Both workdays will start at 8:30 a.m. If you are free either day, come out and give the crew a hand. As mentioned, our next public run day is also come up on Saturday, May 18th and we will need help from every available member and volunteer.
Grandma Line workday planned for this Saturday, April 20th 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.
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.
Recap of our April 13, 2024, public run day
A big thank you to our members, volunteers, and visitors as we opened the 2024 season. We couldn’t do what we do without each and every one of you. The railroad saw five steam engines, five diesel locomotives, and lots of rolling stock running around the railroad. A big thanks to Liz from Operation Life Saver in helping share the importance of railroad safety. Also, a special thank you to our photographer Nat for taking lots of great photos from Saturday’s event. We look forward to seeing everyone around the railroad at our May 18th public run day.
A big thank you to our members, volunteers, and visitors as we opened the 2024 season. We couldn’t do what we do without each and every one of you. The railroad saw five steam engines, five diesel locomotives, and lots of rolling stock running around the railroad. A big thanks to Liz from Operation Life Saver in helping share the importance of railroad safety. Also, a special thank you to our photographer Nat for taking lots of great photos from Saturday’s event. We look forward to seeing everyone around the railroad at our May 18th public run day. If you are interested in volunteering or becoming a member please reach out and let us know on our Contact Us page on our website.
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A carry over from last week’s work around the railroad continued today.
As we get closer to our first public run day of the 2024 season more work continues to take place around the railroad. Today we caught Wes at the railroad painting our display board just outside the fence line. This is one of our early structures at the railroad which tells visitors to the Georgia International Horse Park Steeplechase Grounds about our railroad and not-for-profit organization. Don’t forget to mark your calendar for this Saturday, April 13th from 1 to 4:30 p.m. as the railroad opens for the 2024 season.
As we get closer to our first public run day of the 2024 season more work continues to take place around the railroad. Today we caught Wes at the railroad painting our display board just outside the fence line. This is one of our early structures at the railroad which tells visitors to the Georgia International Horse Park Steeplechase Grounds about our railroad and not-for-profit organization. Don’t forget to mark your calendar for this Saturday, April 13th from 1 to 4:30 p.m. as the railroad opens for the 2024 season.
