Join us Saturday, February 21 (weather permitting) for another action-packed Ruten Tuten Workday! These workdays happen every other weekend and are a great way to roll up your sleeves, support ongoing projects, and enjoy a fun-filled day at the railroad.

Whether you’re ready to lend a hand or just want to stop by and cheer on the crew, we’d love to see you there! Bring along your cordless tools, plenty of water, a packed lunch, and your best sense of humor — teamwork and laughs are always part of the job.

Before heading out, be sure to check back for any schedule updates in case of weather or project changes.

Let’s make it another productive, rewarding, and downright fun day at the railroad. See you on the rails! 🚆

Despite the cold weather over the past few weeks, progress continues across the railroad thanks to our dedicated Routen Tuten Workday leader. While most of us have been bundled up, work on the ramp track leading to the future shop has been moving full steam ahead.

Some refinements to the original design have been made, and John is once again doing what he does best. The updated plan narrows the ramp and adds a 20-foot level section near the top, creating a stable platform to improve safety and reduce loose rock and debris. Over the past several weekends, this new design has steadily taken shape as existing blocks were carefully removed and repositioned into their new layout.

To keep this momentum going, the next phase of work will involve relocating a switch and constructing a new switch off the passenger line to support the shop ramp. Be on the lookout for an upcoming workday announcement as we prepare for this important step. As always, thank you to everyone who continues to contribute their time, effort, and expertise.

Our next club meeting of the year will be this Saturday, February 7th at 1 p.m. at the railroad. If you haven’t paid your 2026 dues Norm will be at the meeting accepting payments and if you purchased 2026 calendars those will also be available for purchase and pickup. The cost of the calendars is $18 per calendar. We also have the 2026 Public Run Day Flyers and Business cards available for you to pick up and distribute.

If you plan on mailing in your dues please send them to the address below.

North Georgia Live Steamers

P.O. Box 1809

Conyers, GA 30012

Yearly Dues

Full Membership: $75

Associate Membership: $50

Junior Membership: $25

Also, don’t forget that our first run day is early this year and will be the last Saturday in March. Be on the lookout for some workdays in the coming weeks to check on the railroad in preparation for our 2026 season.

Our 2026 train ride schedule has been set and we look forward to seeing everyone around the railroad this season. The schedule for the 2026 season will be Saturday, March 28th, May 9th, October 3rd, and November 7th 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

On Saturday, January 10, the membership came together to vote on the 2026 Board of Directors. We would like to extend a sincere thank you to all of the candidates who were willing to step forward and serve. Your time, dedication, and commitment to the organization are truly appreciated and are what keep our club moving forward.

We are pleased to announce the members of the 2026 Board, who will help guide the organization through the coming year and beyond. This group brings a strong mix of experience, leadership, and enthusiasm, and we look forward to working together to continue building on the success of our railroad and club.

Our first club meeting of the year will be this Saturday, January 10th at 1 p.m. Because of the weather, we will be meeting across the street at Hawthorne Suites in one of the conference rooms.

If you ordered NGLS 2026 calendars, they are available to pick up during the meeting. Don’t forget to bring exact change or a check for the calendars. Cost is $18 per calendar.

We also have the 2026 Public Run Day Flyers and Business cards available for you to pick up and distribute.

For those that will not be able to make the meeting on Saturday note that voting for the 2026 board is now open to all FULL Members who are NOT planning on attending the January 10, 2026, meeting. The nominees for the 2026 board were voted on during our December 6, 2025, meeting, and because some positions only had a single nominee, those individuals automatically are elected to the 2026 board in accordance with our bylaws.

As a reminder, only members who have a FULL membership status are eligible to vote and must have paid dues prior to the vote being taken during our January 10, 2026, meeting.

Our 2026 train ride schedule has been set and we look forward to seeing everyone around the railroad this season. The schedule for the 2026 season will be Saturday, March 28th, May 9th, October 3th, and November 7th 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

As the steam settles on another great year, we’re proud to look back at everything that made 2025 such a memorable season for North Georgia Live Steamers. This year was a perfect blend of progress, public outreach, and hard work.

As we prepare to close out 2025, the members of North Georgia Live Steamers, our Board of Directors, and our many dedicated volunteers would like to extend our sincere thanks to everyone who supports our club, our railroad, and the live steam train hobby as a whole.

This past year has once again reminded us that what we enjoy at the railroad is only possible because of the time, effort, and passion contributed by so many people. From maintaining track and equipment, operating trains, planning events, welcoming guests, and supporting the club behind the scenes, every contribution, big or small, plays an important role. The railroad truly is a reflection of the collective commitment and craftsmanship of its members and volunteers.

We would also like to offer a special and heartfelt thank you to the many visitors who joined us in 2025.