Club Meeting on Saturday, December 5th at 1 P.M.
Our December meeting will be this Saturday, December 5th at 1 p.m. The meeting agenda will include nominations for the 2021 board and a few 2021 calendar items. Speaking of calendar don’t forget the 2021 calendars are in and can be picked up at the meeting. The cost of the calendars is $13 for those that pre-ordered.
Our December club meeting will be this Saturday, December 5th at 1 p.m. at the site. The meeting agenda will include nominations for the 2021 board and a few 2021 calendar items. Speaking of calendar don’t forget the 2021 calendars are in and can be picked up at the meeting. The cost of the calendars is $13 for those that pre-ordered.
The annual Christmas Party and Raffle unfortunately will not take place this year instead many are planning on coming out early and riding the rails. The weather is expected to be around 53 and partly cloudy which should make for a nice cool day.
Speaking of running trains. If anyone has pictures from the “Leftover Turkey Run” please forward to Robby.
Time to Renew
Don’t forget it is also time to renew your membership. All membership renewals should be paid by our January meeting in order to eligible to vote for the 2021 board.
Final Reminder: Submit your 2021 Board Nominees
With all that is going on around us the North Georgia Live Steamers Board has decided to provide an opportunity to submit nominations for the 2021 board online. We will also be taking nominee’s during our regularly scheduled meeting on December 5th at 1 p.m. at the site. All confirmed nominees will then be voted on during our January 9th meeting. For more information regarding requirements to be on the board review the ByLaws for more information.
With all that is going on around us the North Georgia Live Steamers Board has decided to provide an opportunity to submit nominations for the 2021 board online. We will also be taking nominee’s during our regularly scheduled meeting on December 5th at 1 p.m. at the site. All confirmed nominees will then be voted on during our January 9th meeting. For more information regarding requirements to be on the board review the ByLaws for more information.
We are also extending two questions regarding our 2021 public run day schedule for your consideration as well. One question is in regards to having a holiday themed public run day in December and the second question is in regards to a possible increase in ticket prices in 2021.
Also don’t forget that all dues are to be turned in by our January 9th meeting in order to be eligible to vote. Must be a Full Member to vote.
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 the more than 1,200 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 the more than 1,200 hours our members and volunteers have provided.
2021 Member Dues and more
We are now accepting dues for 2021. You can send your dues to:
North Georgia Live Steamers
North Georgia Live Steamers
PO Box 1809
Conyers, GA 30012
Membership Renewals
Full - $75 per year
Associate- $50 per year (Must live outside a 100-mile radius from Conyers, Georgia)
Junior - $25 per year (must be 12-18 years of age and sponsored by parent who is a member)
If you have any questions regard dues visit our membership page or contact Norm.
Don’t forget to send in your payment for calendars. They are $13 each and if you haven’t reserved yours please contact Robby to see if we have any extras. Calendars will be available for pickup at our December 5th meeting.
Upcoming Events
Eastside of the new passenger line now complete to the new grade crossing
Today the last 20 feet of the eastside new passenger line up to the new grade crossing is now complete. Norm, Robby, John, and Gator went to the site at the last minute to attach and ballast the last section of track for the passenger line siding along with a few other things.
Today the last 20 feet of the eastside new passenger line up to the new grade crossing is now complete. Norm, Robby, John, and Gator went to the site at the last minute to attach and ballast the last section of track for the passenger line siding along with a few other things. Over the next few months, the plan is to install the 60-foot grade crossing and more than 300-feet of track. While we wait on the installation of the grade crossing, we will need more than 30 panels built. Be on the lookout for a workday to build panels.
Leftover Turkey Fun Day - Saturday, November 28th (Private Event)
The annual Leftover Turkey Club Fun Day will be on Saturday, November 28th. Come at anytime with friends and family and enjoy the day riding trains and visiting.
This event is closed to the general public.
The annual Leftover Turkey Club Fun Day will be on Saturday, November 28th. Come at anytime with friends and family and enjoy the day riding trains and visiting.
This event is closed to the general public.
Club Fun Days Schedule
Reminder: Submit your 2021 Board Nominees
This year with all that is going on around us the North Georgia Live Steamers Board has decided to provide an opportunity to submit nominations for the 2021 board online. We will also be taking nominee’s during our regularly scheduled meeting in December. All nominees will be brought forward for consideration in December and placed on the ballot during our January meeting. For more information regarding requirements to be on the board review the ByLaws for more information.
With all that is going on around us the North Georgia Live Steamers Board has decided to provide an opportunity to submit nominations for the 2021 board online. We will also be taking nominee’s during our regularly scheduled meeting on December 5th at 1 p.m. at the site (weather permitting). All nominees will be brought forward for consideration on December 5th at 1 p.m. during our regularly meeting with voting during our January meeting. For more information regarding requirements to be on the board review the ByLaws for more information.
We are also extending two questions regarding our 2021 public run day schedule for your consideration as well. One question is in regards to having a holiday themed public run day in December and the second question is in regards to a possible increase in ticket prices in 2021.
Also don’t forget that all dues are to be turned in by our January 9th meeting in order to be eligible to vote. Must be a Full Member to vote.
Canceled: Workday for Saturday, November 14th
A workday scheduled for Saturday, November 14th has been CANCELED. If you had plans on being at the site this weekend and are still interested in going out to do some work we could use some track panels built using new rail. We currently have enough ties already cut for about 25 panels.
A workday scheduled for Saturday, November 14th has been CANCELED. If you had plans on being at the site this weekend and are still interested in going out to do some work we could use some track panels built using new rail. We currently have enough ties already cut for about 25 panels. If you have any questions please contact Norm or Robby.
Don’t forget that with all that is going on around us the North Georgia Live Steamers Board has decided to provide an opportunity to submit nominations for the 2021 board online. We will also be taking nominee’s during our regularly scheduled meeting on December 5th at 1 p.m. at the site (weather permitting).
Upcoming Calendar of Events
Thank you Veterans
Like many live steam clubs we find many of our core members are Veteran’s. They are often times one of the hardest working groups in our club and some of the more knowledgeable about so many things. We take this take along with our country and say Thank You Veterans for all that you have done and continue to do for our country.
Like many live steam clubs we find many of our core members are Veteran’s. They are often times one of the hardest working groups in our club and some of the most knowledgeable people we have about so many things. We take this take along with our country and say Thank You Veterans for all that you have done and continue to do for our country.
Club Fun Day Recap for Saturday, November 7, 2020
One of our last club fun days of the year was this past Saturday and boy what a great turnout. We had trains running all over the place with lots of smiles and great conversations going on all around the railroad. The railroad operated real good and only had a couple of minor items come up during the day. Here are a few pictures from the day with more to be added in the coming days.
One of our last club fun days of the year was this past Saturday and boy what a great turnout. We had trains running all over the place with lots of smiles and great conversations going on all around the railroad. The railroad operated real good and only had a couple of minor items come up during the day. if you have pictures or videos from this past Saturday please forward to Robby. In the meantime here are a few pictures from the day with more to be added in the coming days.
Also note that our next workday is scheduled for Saturday, November 14th at 8:30 a.m. The plan is to finish up the last 20 feet of the passenger siding track and build a couple of switches for the next container that will be going in this winter.
Meanwhile, during the club fun day the riding car committee met to discuss and review the next set of articulating riding cars. A few more decisions need to be on trucks, truck brakes, paint color, and a few other details. Overall things are moving forward, and the goal is to have the new cars ready for our first public run day in 2021.
Submit your 2021 Board Nominees
This year with all that is going on around us the North Georgia Live Steamers Board has decided to provide an opportunity to submit nominations for the 2021 board online. We will also be taking nominee’s during our regularly scheduled meeting in December. All nominees will be brought forward for consideration in December and placed on the ballot during our January meeting. For more information regarding requirements to be on the board review the ByLaws for more information.
With all that is going on around us the North Georgia Live Steamers Board has decided to provide an opportunity to submit nominations for the 2021 board online. We will also be taking nominee’s during our regularly scheduled meeting on December 5th at 1 p.m. at the site (weather permitting). All nominees will be brought forward for consideration on December 5th at 1 p.m. during our regularly meeting with voting during our January meeting. For more information regarding requirements to be on the board review the ByLaws for more information.
We are also extending two questions regarding our 2021 public run day schedule for your consideration as well. One question is in regards to having a holiday themed public run day in December and the second question is in regards to a possible increase in ticket prices in 2021.
Do you shop on Amazon? You could be raising money for North Georgia Live Steamers
North Georgia Live Steamers has an opportunity to receive donations from Amazon based on your everyday purchases. AmazonSmile is a simple and automatic way for you to support North Georgia Live Steamers every time you shop, at no cost to you. When you shop at smile.amazon.com or on the Amazon app, you'll find the exact same low prices and products with the added bonus that Amazon will donate a portion of the purchase to NGLS.
North Georgia Live Steamers has an opportunity to receive donations from Amazon based on your everyday purchases. AmazonSmile is a simple and automatic way for you to support North Georgia Live Steamers every time you shop, at no cost to you. When you shop at smile.amazon.com or on the Amazon app, you'll find the exact same low prices and products with the added bonus that Amazon will donate a portion of the purchase to NGLS.
How do you select NGLS when you shop on AmazonSmile? On your first visit to AmazonSmile (smile.amazon.com) you need to select NGLS to receive donations from eligible purchases before you begin shopping. Amazon will then remember your selection, and then every eligible purchase you make at smile.amazon.com will result in a donation.
AmazonSmile customers can now support us using the Amazon shopping app on iOS and Android mobile phones! Simply follow these instructions to turn on AmazonSmile and start generating donations.
Open the Amazon Shopping app on your device
Go into the main menu of the Amazon Shopping app and tap into 'Settings'
Tap 'AmazonSmile' and follow the on-screen instructions to complete the process
Reminder: 2021 North Georgia Live Steamers Calendar (Information Request)
If you haven’t already done so please make sure you let us know if you are interested in purchasing the 2021 NGLS calendar.
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The 2021 calendar is about finished and features seventeen different locomotives that operate on the Conyers & Hightower Trail Railroad. We are not taking orders yet rather we are looking to see who would be interested in purchasing a 2021 calendar. This will help us identify what the final cost estimates will be. Please complete the form so we can gauge the interest.
If you haven’t already done so please make sure you let us know if you are interested in purchasing the 2021 NGLS calendar.
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The 2021 calendar is about finished and features seventeen different locomotives that operate on the Conyers & Hightower Trail Railroad. We are not taking orders yet rather we are looking to see who would be interested in purchasing a 2021 calendar. This will help us identify what the final cost estimates will be. Please complete the form so we can gauge the interest.
Club Fun Day - Saturday, November 7th
Our next club fun day will be on Saturday, November 7th. Come as early as you want and stay as long as you like just come out and enjoy the railroad and time with one another. Members please feel free to extend the invite to friends and family plus others who are in the hobby.
Our next club fun day will be on Saturday, November 7th. Come as early as you want and stay as long as you like just come out and enjoy the railroad and time with one another. Members please feel free to extend the invite to friends and family plus others who are in the hobby.
Workday Recap for Saturday, October 24, 2020 - Closing in on the grade crossing
The track crew, which included Tyler, Norm, John, Ben, “Bob”, Robby, Calvin and guest, laid more than 100 feet of track on Saturday and built a few track panels. The passenger line is complete up to the switch which is about 40 feet short of the grade crossing. The passenger line siding only has about 20 feet and it will be complete.
The track crew, which included Tyler, Norm, John, Ben, “Bob”, Robby, Calvin, and Brad, laid more than 100 feet of track on Saturday and built a few track panels. The passenger line is complete up to the switch which is about 40 feet short of the grade crossing. The passenger line siding only has about 20 feet and it will be complete. The crew ran out of steam but made a great deal of progress with a little more time this part of the project will be complete.
Next on the schedule will be to finish up the passenger siding, build track panels and switches for the member container, and build straight panels for the passenger line. At this point the passenger line will need about 50 panels to be built over the next few months.
Bob C. also stopped by to do some work on the club steamer and to get some propane tanks.
Club Fun Day
Don’t forget our next Club Fun Day will be Saturday, November 7th. Come at any time throughout the day and make sure you bring friends and family to enjoy the railroad.
2021 North Georgia Live Steamers Calendar (Information Request)
The 2021 calendar is about finished and features seventeen different locomotives that operate on the Conyers & Hightower Trail Railroad. We are not taking orders yet rather we are looking to see who would be interested in purchasing a 2021 calendar. This will help us identify what the final cost estimates will be. Please complete the form so we can gauge the interest.
The 2021 calendar is about finished and features seventeen different locomotives that operate on the Conyers & Hightower Trail Railroad. We are not taking orders yet rather we are looking to see who would be interested in purchasing a 2021 calendar. This will help us identify what the final cost estimates will be. Please complete the form so we can gauge the interest.
Workday scheduled for Saturday, October 24th at 8:30 a.m.
Our next official workday is scheduled for this Saturday, October 24th at 8:30 a.m. The focus of the day is to build track panels, switches, and possibly install a few more panels. Remember to bring water, lunch, bug spray, and good sense of humor.
Our next official workday is scheduled for this Saturday, October 24th at 8:30 a.m. The focus of the day is to build track panels, switches, and possibly install a few more panels. Remember to bring water, lunch, bug spray, and good sense of humor.
Workday Recap for Saturday, October 17, 2020 - Passenger Line and more
Busy week and weekend around the club. A new powered slug was picked up along with more member owned riding cars, and the installation of another 120 feet of track for the passenger line.
We may not be running this year but that has not stopped many of our members in getting ready for 2021. Dan went up to Virginia this week and picked up his locomotive and new powered slug and green riding cars. I think he is up to about 6 or 7 riding cars plus his other rolling stock. Looking forward to seeing the new combination on the rails soon. Dan stopped by the site today to do a little trailer shuffle and will be back to rearrange his big trailer with all the new items. I hope it fits.
Meanwhile this past Saturday marked the 30th workday of the 2020 season. With the help of Ben, “Bob”, Bob C., Gene, Norm, Robby, and Scott the crew installed 120 feet of track putting the passenger line project in reach of the halfway point with about 80 feet to go before it will reach the future grade crossing. Hopefully during our next workday, which is on Saturday, October 24th at 8:30 a.m. we will be able to build the necessary track panels needed to reach the halfway point. Speaking of track panels, we are needing 19 straight panels (some with used rail), two switches for the member container project, and a lot more railroad ties.
Also not pictured below Scott also put the finishing touches on the electrical in the grey container. All we need now is to add a couple of lights in the 20 foot extension and everything will be complete. Thanks Scott for taking this project on.
Are you an Amazon Prime Member? Are you going to shop for deals on October 13th & 14th? Your purchases could help raise money for NGLS.
The big day is almost here for those that have been waiting for Amazon Prime Day on Tuesday, October 13th and Wednesday, October 14th. If you shop on Amazon and if you are planning on taking advantage of prime day your purchase could qualify for a donation to North Georgia Live Steamers (501(c)(3)- Non-Profit Organization).
The big day is almost here for those that have been waiting for Amazon Prime Day on Tuesday, October 13th and Wednesday, October 14th. If you shop on Amazon and if you are planning on taking advantage of prime day your purchase could qualify for a donation to North Georgia Live Steamers (501(c)(3)- Non-Profit Organization).
Now you may be wondering how to setup your Amazon account so a donation can be made to North Georgia Live Steamers. All you do is activate your AmazonSmile portion of your account, which is free to do, and select North Georgia Live Steamers as the charity you are supporting. Instructions have been provided below and don’t forget to setup the Amazon App on your smart device as well.
Instructions
How do you select NGLS when you shop on AmazonSmile? On your first visit to AmazonSmile (smile.amazon.com) you need to select North Georgia Live Steamers to receive donations from eligible purchases before you begin shopping. Amazon will then remember your selection, and then every eligible purchase you make at smile.amazon.com will result in a donation.
Smart Device Instructions
AmazonSmile customers can now support us using the Amazon shopping app on iOS and Android mobile phones! Simply follow these instructions to turn on AmazonSmile and start generating donations.
Open the Amazon Shopping app on your device
Go into the main menu of the Amazon Shopping app and tap into 'Settings'
Tap 'AmazonSmile' and follow the on-screen instructions to complete the process
Our Club Members Are Volunteers
Each year our club members volunteer hundreds of hours to help promote railroading, the club, and the hobby. In 2020 our members have donated more than 2,000 hours of time. Your support will help us share the love of trains and make more smiles for kids of all ages. If you would rather make a donation directly to North Georgia Live Steamers you can do that by mail or online.
Railroad Supply Engineering Handbook
At some point in the history of Railroad Supply an Engineering Handbook was created. Here is a copy of the handbook for North Georgia Live Steamers member use. Because of the size of the book the book is broken up into three separate links to download and print.
At some point in the history of Railroad Supply an Engineering Handbook was created. Here is a copy of the handbook for North Georgia Live Steamers member use. Because of the size of the book the book is broken up into three separate links to download and print.