#GivingTuesdayNow - Help support North Georgia Live Steamers today
If you have enjoyed bringing your kids out for a train ride (and inside aren’t we all kids?) won’t you consider donating whatever you can afford to assist us in bringing our model railroading to you. Today we are participating in #GivingTuesdayNow, a global day of giving as a response to the crisis. This has stressed our financial situation while we work on ongoing maintenance, keeping the equipment ready to run and the track safe to ride on. Please help us keep the railroad running by donating today. We are a 501(c)(3) Charitable Organization.
Help support North Georgia Live Steamers
We’re just a model railroad club. Why do we need your help? Well, by now you may have noticed that we have had to cancel 3 of our 5 Public Run Days this year. And we don’t know yet what will happen later in the year. But we will be back someday even if we don’t know exactly when.
In the meantime, we are going to keep on improving our railroad with a primary goal of giving you the public a terrific experience riding the rails. We have plans to make the ride longer and even more interesting. We want to improve our passenger station to make it safer, more efficient and more comfortable. But all this takes money. Our member dues already go to defray part of our operating cost, but it isn’t enough. We have to buy insurance, fuel and other supplies to keep the trains running. We are constantly maintaining our track and switches and as we mentioned above, we can’t stop trying to make the railroad better for you. Without the money we make from Public Run Days all this improvement activity and even some maintenance will be put on hold.
So, if you have enjoyed bringing your kids out for a train ride (and inside aren’t we all kids?) won’t you consider donating whatever you can afford to assist us in bringing our model railroading to you. Today we are participating in #GivingTuesdayNow, a global day of giving as a response to the crisis. This has stressed our financial situation while we work on ongoing maintenance, keeping the equipment ready to run and the track safe to ride on. Please help us keep the railroad running by donating today. Remember we are a 501(c)(3) Charitable Organization. Checks can be mailed to:
North Georgia Live Steamers
P.O. Box 1809
Conyers, GA 30012
As a nonprofit organization we look forward to sharing our hobby with the public and hope the need for cancellations will be short in duration. Watch our Facebook page and our website for information about future Public Ride dates.
Update: Club Meeting & Club Fun Day scheduled for Saturday, June 6th
Our June club meeting and club fun day will be on Saturday, June 6th. Club fun day starts at 8:30 a.m. with meeting is at 1 p.m.
Our June club meeting and club fun day will be on Saturday, June 6th. Club fun day starts at 8:30 a.m. with meeting is at 1 p.m. Make sure you bring plenty of water, sunscreen, trains, and a smile. If you are coming for the day make sure you bring your own lunch as we will not be cooking out.
Workday Recap Saturday, May 2, 2020
This past Saturday six club members (Wes, Gene, Norm, Calvin, Ben, and Robby) went to the site and worked on installing two switches and nearly 70 feet of track. The new track is for the ash pit line and storage container project.
This past Saturday six club members (Wes, Gene, Norm, Calvin, Ben, and Robby) went to the site and worked on installing two switches and nearly 70 feet of track. The new track is for the ash pit line and storage container project. The ash pit line will also give us a second route on and off the turn table. Over the next couple of workdays, the plan is to complete the ash pit line and begin to prepare the area for the 20-foot container extension. Be on the lookout for details around our next workday. We also will need to get the grass cut again in the next couple of weeks. If you have a riding lawn mower and can transport it to the site, it would help reduce the amount of time to cut the grass. Repairs to the club riding lawn mower will be completed soon.
Club Member Activity Survey
Things have been a little crazy over the past two months. With things slowly getting back to normal we are looking to get feedback to slowly get back to club related activities. Please click the link and fill out the three simple questions regarding future club activities at the railroad. If you are not comfortable or don’t want to fill out the survey simply reply to this email let us know your thoughts.
Things have been a little crazy over the past two months. With things slowly getting back to normal we are looking to get feedback to slowly get back to club related activities. Please click the link and fill out the three simple questions regarding future club activities at the railroad. If you are not comfortable or don’t want to fill out the survey simply reply to this email let us know your thoughts.
Question 1: Do you feel comfortable going out to the site for either a workday or club fun day in May?
Question 2: Are you interested in a club fun day in May?
Question 3: Are you available for a possible workday at the site in May?
2020 Boiler Inspection Date Confirmed for Saturday, October 3rd at 8:30 a.m.
I know it seems like it is so far out but our annual Boiler Inspection date has been confirmed with the inspector. Mark your calendars for Saturday, October 3rd for our annual inspection. This is the same day as our prep day for our October 10th public run day.
I know it seems like it is so far out but our annual Boiler Inspection date has been confirmed with the inspector. Mark your calendars for Saturday, October 3rd at 8:30 a.m. for our annual inspection. This is the same day as our prep day for our October 10th public run day.
North Georgia Live Steamers Member News Update for April 24, 2020
What a crazy 2020 we have all had and often it has felt like ground hog day since mid-March. As everyone continues to watch everything related to COVID-19 our season to get out and visit with one another, play trains, and more continues to be at a distance.
As you might expect we have officially cancelled the May 16th public ride day. During this time, the grass continues to grow, the ants continue to walk the rails, any work around the railroad has obviously come to a halt. If you do decide to go out to the site for any reason please make sure you communicate this will Bill Leahy so he can make sure the horse park is aware and remember be safe when at the site.
What a crazy 2020 we have all had and often it has felt like ground hog day since mid-March. As everyone continues to watch everything related to COVID-19 our season to get out and visit with one another, play trains, and more continues to be at a distance.
As you might expect we have officially cancelled the May 16th public ride day. During this time, the grass continues to grow, the ants continue to walk the rails, any work around the railroad has obviously come to a halt. If you do decide to go out to the site for any reason please make sure you communicate this will Bill Leahy so he can make sure the horse park is aware and remember be safe when at the site.
While we sit around and find other things to do here are a few pictures cabooses that have traveled around the railroad over the past several seasons. If you have some pictures of your rolling stock and are interested in having those posted on our website please forward them to Robby.
We don't often have run days in the summer but back on August 26, 2017 we had one of our largest ridership days
This was a historic day for NGLS as we gave 700 rides on our railroad in just 3 1/2 hours. So many smiling faces and appreciate all our volunteers who made the day such a success.
This was a historic day for NGLS as we gave 700 rides on our railroad in just 3 1/2 hours. So many smiling faces and appreciate all our volunteers who made the day such a success.
Sure wish we could go out and play with trains today.
As many of us take time to reflect on everything going on around the world here are some videos of our railroad in action from years past. Don’t forget to visit our YouTube channel for more great videos.
As many of us take time to reflect on everything going on around the world here are some videos of our railroad in action from years past. Don’t forget to visit our YouTube channel for more great videos.
Take a step back in time and check out our public run day from Saturday, June 6, 2015
It’s hard to believe it has been 5 years. A little bit has changes since then and we’ve added a couple fallen flags but the beauty of our hobby is we have new people come into the hobby throughout the years. Hope you enjoy this look back.
It’s hard to believe it has been 5 years. A little bit has changes since then and we’ve added a couple fallen flags but the beauty of our hobby is we have new people come into the hobby throughout the years. Hope you enjoy this look back.
Flash back to the original railroad North Georgia Live Steamers built the Duluth & Mount Tabor Railway
Flash back to the original railroad North Georgia Live Steamers built the Duluth & Mount Tabor Railway
Flash back to the original railroad North Georgia Live Steamers built the Duluth & Mount Tabor Railway
Reminder: Train Rides for Saturday, March 28th is Cancelled
As a reminder our scheduled run day for Saturday, March 28th has been cancelled.
As a nonprofit organization we look forward to sharing our hobby with the public and hope the need for cancellations will be short in duration. Watch our Facebook page and our website for information about future Public Ride dates at North Georgia Live Steamers.
As a reminder our scheduled run day for Saturday, March 28th has been cancelled.
As a nonprofit organization we look forward to sharing our hobby with the public and hope the need for cancellations will be short in duration. Watch our Facebook page and our website for information about future Public Ride dates at North Georgia Live Steamers.
Cancelled: Club Meeting and Club Fun Day - April 4th
Cancelled: Club Meeting and Club Fun Day - April 4th. If you have any questions or concerns please contact Bill Leahy.
Our April club meeting and club fun day have been cancelled. If you have any questions or concerns please contact Bill Leahy
Step back in time to 2010. Do you remember what was going on around North Georgia Live Steamers?
Do you remember what you may have been doing 10 years ago? Here is a look at a few events that took place about 10 years ago around North Georgia Live Steamers.
Do you remember what you where doing 10 years ago? Here is a quick look at some of the things going around North Georgia Live Steamers about 10 years ago.
City of Conyers - State of Emergency Declared
The Conyers Mayor and City Council met in an emergency meeting on Friday, March 20 and unanimously passed an ordinance restricting restaurants to take out or delivery of food only, closing certain entertainment businesses in which public health could be compromised, and allowing restaurants licensed to sell beer and wine for on-premises consumption to sell beer or wine for take-out consumption off-premises.
Notice from City of Conyers
The Conyers Mayor and City Council met in an emergency meeting on Friday, March 20 and unanimously passed an ordinance restricting restaurants to take out or delivery of food only, closing certain entertainment businesses in which public health could be compromised, and allowing restaurants licensed to sell beer and wine for on-premises consumption to sell beer or wine for take-out consumption off-premises.
The Conyers City Council approved a resolution declaring a state of emergency at its regularly scheduled meeting on Wednesday, March 18. Based on information provided from the Centers for Disease Control, World Health Organization and local authorities, the council is taking further action in the hopes of reducing the spread of COVID-19.
The city’s state of emergency and new restrictions call for the following:
All bars, restaurants, or businesses who sell food or beverages for consumption on premises or who provide entertainment on premises shall be closed to in-person dining, consumption of alcohol, or entertainment until the expiration of the ordinance on April 13, 2020.
Bars, restaurants and other businesses who sell food may offer food for customers to eat somewhere other than at the establishment, i.e. curbside service or delivery.
If a restaurant is licensed to sell beer and wine for on-premises consumption, such business for the duration of the ordinance only (through April 13, 2020) shall be authorized to sell beer or wine for take-out consumption off-premises with the purchase of food.
The following businesses shall be closed through April 13, 2020: bars and nightclubs, gyms and fitness centers, movie theaters, live performance venues, bowling alleys, arcades and private social clubs.
The City Council and all other boards, commissions or agencies of the city shall have the authority to conduct meetings and take votes by teleconference.
The restrictions enacted in the ordinance will take effect beginning at 12:01 a.m. on Sunday, March 22, 2020 and end on April 13, 2020, unless terminated or extended by the Conyers City Council. For more information, visit conyersga.com, Facebook, or follow the city’s social media accounts.
A look at the early days of North Georgia Live Steamers at our Duluth location
Take a look back at the early days of North Georgia Live Steamers.
As life as we know it takes a moment to pause because of the virus going around the world lets take a look back at some of the early days of the club.
Canceled: Workday Scheduled for Saturday, March 21st
Sorry for the earlier email on Monday stating we have a workday this Saturday. For obvious reasons things are being canceled along with wet weather. Everyone stays safe and look forward to getting back on the railroad for some fun very soon. As things progress throughout the week we will look towards a possible workday towards the end of the month. We also have our April Club Fun Day and Club Meeting coming up so stay tuned for details about that event as we all monitor what is going on.
Sorry for the earlier email on Monday stating we have a workday this Saturday. For obvious reasons things are being canceled along with wet weather. Everyone stays safe and look forward to getting back on the railroad for some fun very soon. As things progress throughout the week we will look towards a possible workday towards the end of the month. We also have our April Club Fun Day and Club Meeting coming up so stay tuned for details about that event as we all monitor what is going on.
Update: Train Ride Schedule for 2020
The board of directors at North Georgia Live Steamers has been carefully monitoring the outbreak of COVID-19 and after thoughtful consideration we have reached a decision to cancel our run day scheduled for March 28, 2020.
As a nonprofit organization we look forward to sharing our hobby with the public and hope the need for cancellations will be short in duration. Watch our Facebook page and our website for information about future Public Ride dates at North Georgia Live Steamers.
The board of directors at North Georgia Live Steamers has been carefully monitoring the outbreak of COVID-19 and after thoughtful consideration we have reached a decision to cancel our run day scheduled for March 28, 2020.
As a nonprofit organization we look forward to sharing our hobby with the public and hope the need for cancellations will be short in duration. Watch our Facebook page and our website for information about future Public Ride dates at North Georgia Live Steamers.
March 14, 2020 Workday Recap
A group of ambitious members went out on Saturday to do some work around the railroad. Work included track repair, tree cutting, and passenger line debate. A great day and appreciate all who was able to come out and take care of a few items around the railroad.
A group of ambitious members went out on Saturday to do some work around the railroad. Work included track repair, tree cutting, and passenger line debate. A great day and appreciate all who was able to come out and take care of a few items around the railroad.
Final Final Countdown: The Model Train Show and Volunteer Information
We are finalizing the list of who is going to be available for the train show this weekend. We have a group already scheduled for Friday setup but will need to confirm who is planning on helping out on Saturday, March 14th and Sunday, March 15th during the show
We are finalizing the list of who is going to be available for the train show this weekend. We have a group already scheduled for Friday, March 13th setup but need to confirm who is planning on helping on Saturday, March 14th and Sunday, March 15th. Like last year our booth is going to be big enough to display multiple locomotives and more. The following people have confirmed displaying locomotives at the event this year.
Wayne - American
Peter - 10-Wheeler
Robby - 10-Wheeler
If you are also interested in displaying equipment please complete the form below by Wednesday, March 11th in order to insure we have enough space for all of the equipment. If you don’t complete the form or confirm with Robby, we will not be able to guarantee space for your item.
Event Details
Location: Cobb Galleria Centre
Event Dates: March 14th -15th
Show Hours: Saturday hours 10a - 5p and Sunday hours 10a-4p
Setup: Friday, March 13, 2020 at 12:30 p.m. (time subject to change)
If the form does not work for you here is a link (https://forms.gle/GM991PweBCMEkkPK7)
Workday Recap - March 7, 2020
March is turning out to be a busy month around the club. On Saturday, March 7th we had “Bob” and “Bob 2” on hand along with Ben, Gene, Calvin, Elijah, Bill, Joe, and Scott taking care of some necessary maintenance around the railroad as we get ready for the 2020 season.
March is turning out to be a busy month around the club. On Saturday, March 7th we had “Bob” and “Bob 2” on hand along with Ben, Gene, Calvin, Elijah, Bill, Joe, and Scott taking care of some necessary maintenance around the railroad as we get ready for the 2020 season.
Here is a quick list of just some of the work performed:
Club Diesel had an oil change, air filter, and new spark plugs.
Club Diesel was cleaned and polished with riding cars also getting cleaned up.
The “Bob’s” (Ben and Gene) moved rock pile and removed a tree stump
Some gravel was added near the red container to help with drainage
Removed some trees and limbs from around the railroad
Clean up pile of switches and track panels
Finally chased leaves around the railroad in hopes of getting them moved into the wood.
A shout out to the crew for getting many of these projects completed. We still have a few more outstanding projects that need to be completed before our opening on Saturday, March 28th. Our next official workday is scheduled for Saturday, March 21st. During this time, we will finish track work, signal and equipment maintenance.
