Workday & Board meeting planned for this Saturday, March 13th
The weather is looking incredible for this coming Saturday, March 13th. A workday has been planned starting at 8:30 a.m. with a focus around building about 20 track panels, track maintenance, perform groundwork for next member container, lunch, and have fun. At board meeting is also planned at 10 a.m. We look forward to seeing you at the railroad and don’t forget to bring your lunch and a sense of humor.
The weather is looking incredible for this coming Saturday, March 13th. A workday has been planned starting at 8:30 a.m. with a focus around building about 20 track panels, track maintenance, perform groundwork for next member container, lunch, and have fun. At board meeting is also planned at 10 a.m. We look forward to seeing you at the railroad and don’t forget to bring your lunch and a sense of humor.
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Workday planned for this Saturday, March 13th starting at 8:30 a.m.
The weather is looking incredible for this coming Saturday, March 13th. The goal of the day is to build about 20 straight panels, track maintenance, perform groundwork for next member container, lunch, and have fun. We look forward to seeing you at the railroad and don’t forget to bring your lunch and a sense of humor.
The weather is looking incredible for this coming Saturday, March 13th. The goal of the day is to build about 20 straight panels, track maintenance, perform groundwork for next member container, lunch, and have fun. We look forward to seeing you at the railroad and don’t forget to bring your lunch and a sense of humor.
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NGLS Board Meeting scheduled for Saturday, March 13th at 10 a.m.
The NGLS Board will be holding a board meeting on Saturday, March 13th at 10 a.m. This is different than our regularly scheduled Club Meetings. The meeting is open to anyone but is meant for the board to deal with club business.
The NGLS Board will be holding a board meeting on Saturday, March 13th at 10 a.m. This is different than our regularly scheduled Club Meetings. The meeting is open to anyone but is meant for the board to deal with club business.
Extra Workday planned for Saturday, March 13th starting at 8:30 a.m.
An extra workday for March has been scheduled for Saturday, March 13th starting at 8:30 a.m. The goal of the day is to build about 20 straight panels, perform track maintenance, perform groundwork for next member container, lunch, and have fun. We look forward to seeing you at the railroad and don’t forget to bring your lunch and a sense of humor.
An extra workday for March has been scheduled for Saturday, March 13th starting at 8:30 a.m. The goal of the day is to build about 20 straight panels, perform track maintenance, perform groundwork for next member container, lunch, and have fun. We look forward to seeing you at the railroad and don’t forget to bring your lunch and a sense of humor.
What’s coming up next on the calendar
Workday recap for Saturday, February 27th - Track building day
Our 2nd club workday of the year was this past Saturday, February 27th. We had a good size crew with Calvin, Wes, Elijah, Tyler, Norm, Robby, Scott, and Bob helping out throughout the day. The crew built 200 feet of track panels, work on the club steamers and caught up since the last time we got together. The crew also sorted most of the old rail and talked about plans for the passenger line, member container and workshop project.
As we move into March our next official workday is planned for Saturday, March 27th but based on conversations yesterday we are going to try and have another workday sooner than that. Be on the lookout for communications around our next workday.
Our 2nd club workday of the year was this past Saturday, February 27th. We had a good size crew with Calvin, Wes, Elijah, Tyler, Norm, Robby, Scott, and Bob helping out throughout the day. The crew built 200 feet of track panels, work on the club steamers and caught up since the last time we got together. The crew also sorted most of the old rail and talked about plans for the passenger line, member container and workshop project.
As we move into March our next official workday is planned for Saturday, March 27th but based on conversations yesterday we are going to try and have another workday sooner than that. Be on the lookout for communications around our next workday. The plans for the next workday include:
Member Container - Work on preparing the ground assuming it dries out soon.
Passenger line - Build about 20 straight track panels and some curves which includes cut more than 400 railroad ties ahead of next track panel construction day.
Track maintenance - we have some gaps to address on the east side of the railroad before we can start running.
As a reminder our next official club fun day and club meeting is coming up on Saturday, April 3rd and as I mentioned earlier we need to perform some track maintenance before we can operate the railroad so if you can come out during the week let Norm know and a work crew can be assembled to take care of those winter gaps that have appeared.
Workday Schedule (Dates subject to change)
Club Meeting & Fun Day Schedule
Don’t forget that we are encouraging members to invite others in the hobby to come out during our club fun days and enjoy the railroad with us. For more information visit out Club Fun Day webpage.
Workday planned for this Saturday, February 27th at 8:30 a.m.
A workday is planned for this Saturday, February 27th at 8:30 a.m. The weather is looking great and warmer than it has been over the past few weeks. The goal is to build about 12 curved track panels and straight panels. If you are able to come please make sure you bring power tools, lunch, drinks, and a good sense of humor. We will need a couple of people cutting railroad ties, with the bulk of the people building track panels. We have the space to build two or three panels at the same time with social distancing. Depending on how many are able to come we will also need a couple of people to walk the railroad and look for areas that need repair or attention as we get closer to operating the railroad in 2021.
See you around the railroad.
A workday is planned for this Saturday, February 27th at 8:30 a.m. The weather is looking great and warmer than it has been over the past few weeks. The goal is to build about 12 curved track panels and straight panels. If you are able to come please make sure you bring power tools, lunch, drinks, and a good sense of humor. We will need a couple of people cutting railroad ties, with the bulk of the people building track panels. We have the space to build two or three panels at the same time with social distancing. Depending on how many are able to come we will also need a couple of people to walk the railroad and look for areas that need repair or attention as we get closer to operating the railroad in 2021.
See you around the railroad.
Workday re-scheduled for Saturday, February 27th at 8:30 a.m. (New Date)
Because of the weather we have moved our workday to Saturday, February 27th at 8:30 a.m. (New Date). The goal is to build about 12 curved track panels along with some straights as well. If you can come out, we are looking for teams of people to build panels, cut railroad ties, and have lots of fun.
Make sure to bring lunch, something to drink, and a good sense of humor.
Because of the weather we have moved our workday to Saturday, February 27th at 8:30 a.m. (New Date). The goal is to build about 12 curved track panels along with some straights as well. If you can come out, we are looking for teams of people to build panels, cut railroad ties, and have lots of fun.
Make sure to bring lunch, something to drink, and a good sense of humor.
2021 Board Member Election Results
Thank you for everyone’s patience over the past month and participating in the election of the 2021 board members.
Thank you for everyone’s patience over the past month and participating in the election of the 2021 board members. The 2021 board members will be:
Calvin Abernathy
Bob Cummings
John Tuten
Upcoming Calendar Events
NGLS Update: Board Member Election Redo
Because of weather conditions on Saturday, February 6th the board has decided to cancel the February meeting and in person voting. Because of this cancellation board member voting will be done electronically ONLY. You can submit your votes electronically using the form below or by email. To submit your votes by email please forward to Robby Mossman.
If you are unsure if you have already voted or are having problems submitting your vote electronically please contact Robby Mossman. Please forward questions to Peter Craymer or Robby Mossman.
Because of weather conditions on Saturday, February 6th the board has decided to cancel the February meeting and in person voting. Because of this cancellation board member voting will be done electronically ONLY. You can submit your votes electronically using the form below or by email. To submit your votes by email please forward to Robby Mossman.
If you are unsure if you have already voted or are having problems submitting your vote electronically please contact Robby Mossman. Please forward questions to Peter Craymer or Robby Mossman.
First Official Workday Of 2021
Another start to another great year. This past Saturday, January 23rd a small group came out to build a couple of switches and layout the track for the next storage container. The crew consisted of Calvin, Dave E., Scott, Norm, and Robby. Together they worked through remembering how to build switches and an occasional geometry lesson but by the end of the day progress was made. The crew identified the need to build an additional dozen or so curve panels, some ground work, and the never ending need to cut more railroad ties.
Another start to another great year. This past Saturday, January 23rd a small group came out to build a couple of switches and layout the track for the next storage container. The crew consisted of Calvin, Dave E., Scott, Norm, and Robby. Together they worked through remembering how to build switches and an occasional geometry lesson but by the end of the day progress was made. The crew identified the need to build an additional dozen curve panels, some ground work needs to be done, and the never ending need to cut more railroad ties. Be on the look out for a track panel construction day coming up in the coming weeks where we will build curves for the container and straights for the passenger line project.
NGLS: Board Member Election Redo
On Sunday, January 24, 2021 at 8 p.m. electronic voting closed to approve the nomination for the three (3) board positions open during the 2021 term. A total of 26 Full members cast a unanimous vote to approve the nominees for the 2021 board positions. At this time, we have opened voting to vote for up to three people for the open board member positions. Voting will take place electronically between Monday, January 25, 2021 through Friday, February 5, 2021 at 8 p.m. Anyone who has not voted at that time can do so during our February club meeting on Saturday, February 6, 2021 at 1 p.m. All persons voting must be Full members and have had paid the 2021 dues by the January 9, 2021 meeting.
If you have any questions, please forward them to Peter Craymer or Robby Mossman.
In addition to the nominees being approved a vote was also taken electronically regarding what our 2021 ticket prices should be for riders. Out of the 26 Full members who voted on this matter 64.3% voted in favor of keeping the ticket prices at $2 per person per ride while 35.7% voted to raise the prices to $3 per person per ride. At this point the 2021 per person ride price will remain at $2.
At this time use the form below to cast your vote for the 2021 board member positions open.
On Sunday, January 24, 2021 at 8 p.m. electronic voting closed to approve the nomination for the three (3) board positions open during the 2021 term. A total of 26 Full members cast a unanimous vote to approve the nominees for the 2021 board positions. At this time, we have opened voting to vote for up to three people for the open board member positions. Voting will take place electronically between Monday, January 25, 2021 through Friday, February 5, 2021 at 8 p.m. Anyone who has not voted at that time can do so during our February club meeting on Saturday, February 6, 2021 at 1 p.m. All persons voting must be Full members and have had paid the 2021 dues by the January 9, 2021 meeting.
If you have any questions, please forward them to Peter Craymer or Robby Mossman.
In addition to the nominees being approved a vote was also taken electronically regarding what our 2021 ticket prices should be for riders. Out of the 26 Full members who voted on this matter 64.3% voted in favor of keeping the ticket prices at $2 per person per ride while 35.7% voted to raise the prices to $3 per person per ride. At this point the 2021 per person ride price will remain at $2.
At this time use the form below to cast your vote for the 2021 board member positions open.
Club Meeting and Fun Day - Saturday, February 6, 2021
Our next club meeting will be on Saturday, February 6th at 1 p.m. at the site. Weather permitting this will also be a club fun day so arrive when you can and enjoy the railroad.
If you know someone who would like to visit the railroad and even bring a train, please have them visit our Club Fun Day page for more information.
Our next club meeting will be on Saturday, February 6th at 1 p.m. at the site. Weather permitting this will also be a club fun day so arrive when you can and enjoy the railroad.
If you know someone who would like to visit the railroad and even bring a train, please have them visit our Club Fun Day page for more information.
Club Fun Day Schedule
Workday on the calendar for this Saturday, January 23rd at 8:30 a.m.
Almost forgot that our first official workday is on the calendar for this Saturday, January 23rd. The weather is looking good, really I mean it, and we are planning on building switches for the next member container and depending on how many show up we do have a couple areas in the east loop that need some maintenance.
Almost forgot that our first official workday is on the calendar for this Saturday, January 23rd. The weather is looking good, really I mean it, and we are planning on building switches for the next member container and depending on how many show up we do have a couple areas in the east loop that need some maintenance.
Remember if you come bring plenty of water, a lunch, and don’t forget the bathrooms are current closed.
Reminder: NGLS: Board Member Election Redo
As a reminder on Saturday, January 9, 2021 the club voted to fill the three board member positions for the 2021 season. Out of the candidates two, Calvin Abernathy and Bob Cummings, had received enough votes to fill two of three positions with the third position ending in a tie between Joe Fabregas and Susan Wizner. During the meeting, a second vote was taken to fill the third position only and it also ended in a tie. It was then decided to provide an opportunity for the club to vote for a third time which would provide an opportunity for all Full members a chance to vote electronically.
Upon further review it has been decided that we are out of order regarding the accepts of the nominees voted on during the December meeting because in the new adopted bylaws, voted on during our October 2020 meeting, we no longer allow spouses who are both members on the board at the same time. We also did not follow the new bylaws correctly when we did the revote during our Saturday meeting when a tie is involved. Under the new bylaws all ties are settled with a coin flip.
In accordance with the new bylaws and Robert Rules of Order the board has decided that we need to revote on the individuals that have been put forward during the December meeting, minus Susan Wizner, for the board member positions.
So how is all of this going to happen.
As a reminder on Saturday, January 9, 2021 the club voted to fill the three board member positions for the 2021 season. Out of the candidates two, Calvin Abernathy and Bob Cummings, had received enough votes to fill two of three positions with the third position ending in a tie between Joe Fabregas and Susan Wizner. During the meeting, a second vote was taken to fill the third position only and it also ended in a tie. It was then decided to provide an opportunity for the club to vote for a third time which would provide an opportunity for all Full members a chance to vote electronically.
Upon further review it has been decided that we are out of order regarding the accepts of the nominees voted on during the December meeting because in the new adopted bylaws, voted on during our October 2020 meeting, we no longer allow spouses who are both members on the board at the same time. We also did not follow the new bylaws correctly when we did the revote during our Saturday meeting when a tie is involved. Under the new bylaws all ties are settled with a coin flip.
In accordance with the new bylaws and Robert Rules of Order the board has decided that we need to revote on the individuals that have been put forward during the December meeting, minus Susan Wizner, for the board member positions.
So how is all of this going to happen. The first step is included in this email and that is as a Full member as of our December 3, 2020 meeting you will vote Yes or No on accepting the nominees. A separate email will follow once voting closes on accepting the nominees. At that time, you will then select up to three people for the board position. Voting will be provided electronically and will complete during our February meeting for those who did not vote electronically. At the time of voting during our February meeting members you must have been a full member in good standing prior to the January 9, 2021 meeting to vote.
Nomination Reconfirmation Electronic Voting Ends at 8 p.m. on Sunday, January 24, 2021
Voting to fill the Three Board positions will take place electronically between Monday, January 25, 2021 and Friday, February 5, 2021 at 8 p.m. For those not voting electronically can vote in person during the regularly scheduled meeting on Saturday, February 6, 2021 at 1 p.m.
If you have any questions, please forward them to Peter Craymer or Robby Mossman.
In addition to the voting for board positions it was also decided that the membership will vote on what we should do with ticket prices for the 2021 season. As a full member you will select one of the following options:
$2 - keep ticket prices the same.
$3 - raise ticket prices.
Donations only
NGLS: Board Member Election Redo
On Saturday, January 9, 2021 the club voted to fill the three board member positions for the 2021 season. Out of the candidates two, Calvin Abernathy and Bob Cummings, had received enough votes to fill two of three positions with the third position ending in a tie between Joe Fabregas and Susan Wizner. During the meeting, a second vote was taken to fill the third position only and it also ended in a tie. It was then decided to provide an opportunity for the club to vote for a third time which would provide an opportunity for all Full members a chance to vote electronically.
Upon further review it has been decided that we are out of order regarding the accepts of the nominees voted on during the December meeting because in the new adopted bylaws, voted on during our October 2020 meeting, we no longer allow spouses who are both members on the board at the same time. We also did not follow the new bylaws correctly when we did the revote during our Saturday meeting when a tie is involved. Under the new bylaws all ties are settled with a coin flip.
In accordance with the new bylaws and Robert Rules of Order the board has decided that we need to revote on the individuals that have been put forward during the December meeting, minus Susan Wizner, for the board member positions.
So how is all of this going to happen.
On Saturday, January 9, 2021 the club voted to fill the three board member positions for the 2021 season. Out of the candidates two, Calvin Abernathy and Bob Cummings, had received enough votes to fill two of three positions with the third position ending in a tie between Joe Fabregas and Susan Wizner. During the meeting, a second vote was taken to fill the third position only and it also ended in a tie. It was then decided to provide an opportunity for the club to vote for a third time which would provide an opportunity for all Full members a chance to vote electronically.
Upon further review it has been decided that we are out of order regarding the accepts of the nominees voted on during the December meeting because in the new adopted bylaws, voted on during our October 2020 meeting, we no longer allow spouses who are both members on the board at the same time. We also did not follow the new bylaws correctly when we did the revote during our Saturday meeting when a tie is involved. Under the new bylaws all ties are settled with a coin flip.
In accordance with the new bylaws and Robert Rules of Order the board has decided that we need to revote on the individuals that have been put forward during the December meeting, minus Susan Wizner, for the board member positions.
So how is all of this going to happen. The first step is included in this email and that is as a Full member as of our December 3, 2020 meeting you will vote Yes or No on accepting the nominees. A separate email will follow once voting closes on accepting the nominees. At that time, you will then select up to three people for the board position. Voting will be provided electronically and will complete during our February meeting for those who did not vote electronically. At the time of voting during our February member you must have been a full member in good standing prior to the January 9, 2021 meeting to vote.
If you have any questions, please forward them to Peter Craymer or Robby Mossman.
In addition to the voting for board positions it was also decided that the membership will vote on what we should do with ticket prices for the 2021 season. As a full member you will select one of the following options:
$2 - keep ticket prices the same.
$3 - raise ticket prices.
Donations only
A look back at a special visitor to the railroad back in the Fall of 2018
During our Fall Club Fun Day in 2018, we had one of our members bring this great family out to the railroad and they created a video to document the day.
During our Fall Club Fun Day in 2018, we had one of our members bring this great family out to the railroad and they created a video to document the day.
Reminder: Club Meeting, Fun Day, Workday, and Elections on Saturday, January 9, 2021 at 1 p.m.
This Saturday, January 9th is our regularly scheduled club meeting. The weather is looking great with an expected high of about 50. At this point we will be conducting our meeting at the site. Come early to play, work, or social distance with others. Meeting will start at 1 p.m.
On the agenda for the meeting will be the voting in of the 2021 officers along with other club business. The meeting is open to members and general public. The follow nominees have been approved to be voted on for the three board positions open. The positions of President, Vice President, and Secretary have been filled by Peter Craymer, Scott Moore, and Robby Mossman for the 2021 year.
If you are unable to attend the meeting and would still like to vote a form has been created below for you to submit your vote. Please remember that votes are only counted for full members who have paid dues for the 2021 season. All other votes will not be counted.
This Saturday, January 9th is our regularly scheduled club meeting. The weather is looking great with an expected high of about 50. At this point we will be conducting our meeting at the site. Come early to play, work, or social distance with others. Meeting will start at 1 p.m.
On the agenda for the meeting will be the voting in of the 2021 officers along with other club business. The meeting is open to members and general public. The follow nominees have been approved to be voted on for the three board positions open. The positions of President, Vice President, and Secretary have been filled by Peter Craymer, Scott Moore, and Robby Mossman for the 2021 year.
If you are unable to attend the meeting and would still like to vote a form has been created below for you to submit your vote. Please remember that votes are only counted for full members who have paid dues for the 2021 season. All other votes will not be counted.
Board Member Nominees
Calvin Abernathy
Dan Crumbley
Bob Cummings
David Eisman
Joe Fabregas
John Tuten
Susan Wizner
Submit Vote Electronically
For those not planning on attending the January meeting you can submit your vote electronically. All electronic votes must be received by Friday, January 8, 2021.
Reminder: 2021 Member Dues
Time to renew your membership for 2021.
Time to renew your membership for 2021. You can send your renewal 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.
A look back at 2020 - What an unusually busy year around the railroad.
This year has been an interesting year in so many ways. For our club and railroad, it has been an extra busy year which has produced more than 30 weekend workdays. This past July marked 10 years since the first sections of track where laid along with some of that very track being modified almost 10 years to the day later.
This year has been an interesting year in so many ways. For our club and railroad, it has been an extra busy year which has produced more than 30 weekend workdays. This past July marked 10 years since the first sections of track where laid along with some of that very track being modified almost 10 years to the day later. Here is a short list of some of the items that took place this year:
Track panel construction for container extension project
Installation of 20’ container to the end of the existing 40’ gray container
Ash pit line completed
Removal of part of the mainline coming up from the Nicol bridge in preparation of the “Grandma” line
Work began on the “Passenger” line
Sheppard Trucking delivered loads of dirt that was used to fill in near the green containers
Donation of two 40’ containers to be turned into a shop
…and a lot more
We hope to be able to share our railroad again with others in 2021 until then here are some pictures taken over the the course of 2020 to show just some of the work done.
January
The crew spent time building track panels for the 20’ container extension project and also displayed at the Southern Museum of Civil War and Locomotive History.
February
Work on the ash pit line and prep work for the 20’ container project took place in February along with some much needed track maintenance.
March
Just as the world was about to take an interesting twist the crew spent time working on the water hydrant, clearing trees for more fill dirt and next storage container.
May
With the ash pit line complete work began on the 20’ container extension project. The track work included installing a switch off the ash pit line and one additional switch to provide two tracks into the container for storage.
June
The 20’ container was placed and now work began to cut the ends out of the container and finish the track work up the hill to the container.
July
Track work going into the new 20’ container extension was completed and things began to shift to other projects including landscaping and making adjustments to the mainline for the “Grandma” line project.
August
Another busy month with building a new railroad tie wall coming out of the woods on the west end of the railroad heading towards the east loop. More work continued on the container and with the added momentum things started happening on the passenger line project which will add an additional 900’ of track to the railroad.
September
This month saw a great deal of work on the new passenger line expansion project which calls for more than 600 feet of track plus sidings to be installed. This project also introduced our first diamond on the railroad. The month however started off with the delivery of the completely rebuilt “Doe” bridge. This bridge has a long history which includes being used at our original location nearly 30 years ago. The container extension project also received some additional electrical work and the club steamer had a few adjustments made.
October
By the time the end of October happened the club had worked more than 30 days around the railroad. Things continue to move forward on the passenger line project with nearly 300 feet of track laid and nearing the halfway point. More than 500 railroad ties cut, nearly two dozen track panels built, and countless loads of gravel. Work was done on two switches that will be built in November for the next container project. As October ended the members of North Georgia Live Steamers had put in nearly 1,500 volunteer hours.
November
November marked the last official / unofficial workday of the 2020 season. The passenger line siding was completed and work continued on preparing for the “Grandma” line.
December
As the year began to come to a close 120’ of straight panels where built and two 40’ containers have been donated by Norm W. to eventually make a 16 x 40’ shop in the east loop.
What’s next?
It is anyone’s guess but most likely finish up the passenger line, install the next member storage container, build three new passenger cars, continue working on the “Grandma” line, start construction on the shop, and whatever else we can think of.
Even with all that has been going on around us it has been great to get out and enjoy the company of so many in the club this year and have a sense of accomplishment all at the same time. For those that could not get out with us this year we thank you for your continued to support and encouragement throughout the year. We look forward to seeing everyone in 2021 with a goal of having so much fun we won’t be able to stand it.
Club Meeting and Elections on Saturday, January 9, 2021 at 1 p.m.
The annual January meeting will be held on Saturday, January 9, 2021 at 1 p.m.. On the agenda for the meeting will be the voting in of the 2021 officers along with other club business. The meeting is open to members and general public.
The annual January meeting will be held on Saturday, January 9, 2021 at 1 p.m.. On the agenda for the meeting will be the voting in of the 2021 officers along with other club business. The meeting is open to members and general public. Submit The follow nominees have been approved to be voted on for the three board positions open during the January meeting.
Board Member Nominees
Calvin Abernathy
Dan Crumbley
Bob Cummings
David Eisman
Joe Fabregas
John Tuten
Susan Wizner
Submit Vote Electronically
For those not planning on attending the January meeting you can submit your vote electronically. All electronic votes must be received by Friday, January 8, 2021.