The dismantling of the DMTRR Railways (circa 1998)
Sometime around 1998 the Southern Railway Museum sold its property and moved to a new home. With the move North Georgia Live Steamers packed up the Duluth & Mount Tabor Railways and prepared to build out a new railroad on Conyers, Georgia. Here are some pictures of the DMTRR being dismantled.
The railroad was eventually dismantled around 1998 after the museum sold the property and moved to a new location. This began the search for a new home for a new railroad. Today North Georgia Live Steamers operates at a new home in Conyers, which is 30 miles east of Atlanta, at the Georgia International Horse Park. Construction began on the new railroad, the Conyers & Hightower Trail Railroad, in 2010 and today has around 2 miles of track on the track with more than 30 acres of land to grow into. Here are some pictures after the track panels where pulled up off the road bed.
From the archives the building of the DMTRR Railroad
From the North Georgia Live Steamers archive here are a few photos from the early years of the club at its original home in Duluth, Georgia. The pictures show a variety of projects the club took on to build the Duluth & Mount Tabor Railway.
From the North Georgia Live Steamers archive here are a few photos from the early years of the club at its original home in Duluth, Georgia. The pictures show a variety of projects the club took on to build the Duluth & Mount Tabor Railway.
North Georgia Live Steamers Steam Locomotive Archive
The history of the NGLS steam engine is a little fuzzy but one thing is for sure it has created many smiles for those who have operated or ridden on this great locomotive. Here are some early pictures of the locomotive when the club acquired it many years ago.
The history of the NGLS steam engine is a little fuzzy but one thing is for sure it has created many smiles for those who have operated or ridden on this great locomotive. Here are some early pictures of the locomotive when the club acquired it many years ago.
From the North Georgia Live Steamers archives the DMTRR Doe Bridge
From the archives of NGLS we find the Doe Bridge which was originally built and installed for our original railroad the Duluth & Mount Tabor Railways. The bridge was removed when the DMTRR was dismantled and is currently being restored in preparation of its new home on the Conyers & Hightower Trail Railroad.
From the archives of NGLS we find the Doe Bridge which was originally built and installed for our original railroad the Duluth & Mount Tabor Railways. The bridge was removed when the DMTRR was dismantled and is currently being restored in preparation of its new home on the Conyers & Hightower Trail Railroad. The Doe Bridge will be used as part of the passenger line and will be the last bridge before passenger trains enter the station. Here is a look back at the bridges when it was part of the DMTRR.
From the North Georgia Live Steamers archives the DMTRR Trestle
From the archives of NGLS we find pictures of the trestle that was part of the Duluth & Mount Tabor Railways. DMTRR was North Georgia Live Steamers original railroad located in Duluth until the site was sold.
From the archives of NGLS we find pictures of the trestle that was part of the Duluth & Mount Tabor Railways. DMTRR was North Georgia Live Steamers original railroad located in Duluth until the site was sold. The trestle was dismantled and moved to our new site in Conyers where it is now being used as three separate bridges. Here is a look at things when they where originally being built installed on the DMTRR.
From the NGLS archives the 1995 Guide Book
From the NGLS archives going way back to 1995 when NGLS was at its original location in Duluth, Georgia the club produced a Guide Book. The purpose of the book was to identify operational procedures, history, and a lot more.
From the NGLS archives going way back to 1995 when NGLS was at its original location in Duluth, Georgia the club produced a Guide Book. The purpose of the book was to identify operational procedures, history, and a lot more.
#6 - 50' & 60' Radius Switch Construction Information (Gene L & Railroad Supply)
#6 - 50' Radius Switch Construction Information
#6 - 50’ Radius Switch Construction diagram. The hand written items represents what Gene L. has been building for the railroad. Note the other diagram is a reference document from Railroad Supply Engineering Handbook.
#8 - 80' Radius Switch from Railroad Supply Engineering Handbook
#8 - 80' Radius Switch from Railroad Supply Engineering Handbook
Information from information included in the Railroad Supply Engineering Handbook
#10 - Radius Switch from Railroad Supply Engineering Handbook
#10 - Radius Switch from Railroad Supply Engineering Handbook
#10 - Radius Switch from Railroad Supply Engineering Handbook
New Years Day 2020 Club Fun Day
A group of NGLS members and guests went out and enjoyed ringing in the new year with trains. We look forward to seeing you and others around the railroad in 2020.
A group of NGLS members and guests went out and enjoyed ringing in the new year with trains. We look forward to seeing you and others around the railroad in 2020.
If you are interested in become a member visit our Membership Page for more information.
Pictures provided by Wayne Lass
NGLS January Calendar
Here are the latest scheduled events for the month. Don’t forget to check out our Calendar Page for the latest list of scheduled events and activities going on around the club and railroad.
Here are the latest scheduled events for the month. Don’t forget to check out our Calendar page for the latest list of scheduled events and activities going on around the club and railroad.
2020 News Archive
2020 News Archive
Click on the links below to view.
Member Communications
Brotherhood of Live Steamers - 1930s to 1989
Recently someone posted a link to a video that was produced in the early 1990’s that gave a history of the Live Steam Hobby. Here is a link to the video along with additional details.
Recently someone posted a link to a video that was produced in the early 1990’s that gave a history of the Live Steam Hobby. Here is a link to the video along with additional details.
Description of video on YouTube
A very rare film with commentaries by gentlemen who formed the Brotherhood Of Live Steamers (BLS/IBLS) in the 1930s. The film was transferred and newer video added by Joe Rice of New Life Productions. Fortunately a member of the Golden Gate Live Steamers had the tape to preserve our history.
Club Meeting and Election Day is on Saturday, January 4, 2020 at 1 p.m.
It’s hard to believe the New Year is here. Our first club meeting is on Saturday, January 4, 2020 at 1 p.m. at Hawthorn Suites, which is across the street from the railroad
It’s hard to believe the new year is here. Our first club meeting is on Saturday, January 4, 2020 at 1 p.m. at Hawthorn Suites, which is across the street from the railroad. This is also the meeting we elect new board members based on nominations from our December meeting. The 2020 nominees are:
President- Bill Leahy
Vice President- Peter Craymer
Treasurer (2020-2023)- Norm Wizner
Secretary- Robby Mossman
Board Nomination (3 Positions Available)
Bob Cumming
Joe Fabregas
Rick Kight
Scott Moore
According to the bylaws if only one candidate is offered for an Office, the Office may be declared filled once the nomination process has been approved. This means the 2020 Officers have been filled leaving us with voting on Board nominees.
As a reminder in order to vote or be on the board you must be in good standing. All dues are due by January 4, 2020 prior to being able to vote. Existing Full membership dues are $75, and Associate is $50.
For more information visit our website or you can mail 2020 dues to: P.O. Box 1809, Conyers, GA 30012
Train Rides in 3 Months. Who's excited? We are!
It is hard to believe the holiday season is ending and about to start the New Year. As you begin to think of a New Year’s resolution don’t forget we open a little earlier this year.
It is hard to believe the holiday season is ending and about to start 2020. As you begin to think of a New Year’s resolution don’t forget we open a little earlier this year. In fact, our first train ride day of the season is just 90 days away. Mark the calendar for Saturday, March 28th from 1 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. as the Conyers & Hightower Trail Railroad comes alive. For more information about our Train Ride Days click here.
Cost is $2 per person per ride on the railroad. Must be at least 18 months old or older. Sorry expectant mothers are not allowed to ride on the railroad at this time. We also do NOT accept debit/credit cards.
New Year's Day Club Fun Day - Wednesday, January 1, 2020
Hey club members and others in the Live Steam hobby the weather is looking great for our first club fun day of the year on Wednesday, January 1, 2020. Come out when you can and bring family and friends.
Hey club members and others in the Live Steam hobby the weather is looking good for our first club fun day of the year on Wednesday, January 1, 2020. Come out when you can and bring family and friends.
