North Georgia Live Steamers 2021 Train Ride Schedule Update
North Georgia Live Steamers has made an adjustment to the 2021 train ride schedule. The April 24th public run day has been Cancelled. While things continue to improve in our community with COVID-19 the safety of our members and public remain our top priority. We continue to monitor things and look forward to hitting the rails again very soon. As of Tuesday, April 6th here is a list of our remaining schedule for the 2021 season.
The current operating schedule is Saturday, May 15th, October 2nd, and November 20th from 1 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. These dates are subject to change. 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 accepted at this time.
North Georgia Live Steamers has made an adjustment to the 2021 train ride schedule. The April 24th public run day has been Cancelled. While things continue to improve in our community with COVID-19 the safety of our members and public remain our top priority. We continue to monitor things and look forward to hitting the rails again very soon. As of Tuesday, April 6th here is a list of our remaining schedule for the 2021 season.
The current operating schedule is Saturday, May 15th, October 2nd, and November 20th from 1 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. These dates are subject to change. 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 accepted at this time.
April 3rd Club Fun Day Recap
This past Saturday, April 3rd marked what has become an annual Spring Awakening event around the railroad. We had a great turnout with 5 steam engines and three diesel locomotives running throughout the day along with many members and guests. For anyone at the event that took pictures and are interested in s haring please forward them to us and we will add to them the collection. Below are a few pictures and videos from the day for everyone to enjoy.
This past Saturday, April 3rd marked what has become an annual Spring Awakening event around the railroad. We had a great turnout with 5 steam engines and three diesel locomotives running throughout the day along with many members and guests. For anyone at the event that took pictures and are interested in s haring please forward them to us and we will add to them the collection. Below are a few pictures and videos from the day for everyone to enjoy.
A little inspiration - Homemade Cable Car
Came across this video tonight and thought some of you might enjoy a little homemade cable car. I’m sure someone will ask where can we build one of these.
Came across this video tonight and thought some of you might enjoy a little homemade cable car. I’m sure someone will ask where can we build one of these.
Reminder: Club Fun Day and Meeting - Saturday, April 3, 2021
The weather is looking great for our spring club fun day on Saturday, April 3rd and the railroad is in pretty good shape. A few quick reminders about the day.
Please walk the railroad and make sure the track is clear of any debris. Bring a leaf blower if you have one to clear the railroad as well.
Invite friends and family to share the hobby with them
Make sure you bring lunch and drinks. The club will not be providing any food during the day.
Club meeting at 1 p.m.
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.
Look forward to seeing everyone around the railroad.
The weather is looking great for our spring club fun day on Saturday, April 3rd and the railroad is in pretty good shape. A few quick reminders about the day.
Please walk the railroad and make sure the track is clear of any debris. Bring a leaf blower if you have one to clear the railroad as well.
Invite friends and family to share the hobby with them
Make sure you bring lunch and drinks. The club will not be providing any food during the day.
Club meeting at 1 p.m.
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.
Look forward to seeing everyone around the railroad.
Club Fun Day Schedule
Reminder: Palmetto Live Steamers Spring Meet (April 28th - May 3rd)
As a reminder if you are planning on going to Palmetto Live Steamers they are looking for information from those planning on attending. Details below.
Running Scheduling
Wednesday, April 28th through Friday, April 30th - All trains are welcome to run
Saturday, May 1st - Steam ONLY Trains from 6 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Sunday, May 2nd - Monday, May 3rd- All trains are welcome to run
Palmetto has requested that we provide information regarding what type of equipment people are bringing. Please fill out the form below by Friday, April 9 so we can let them know. If you have any questions please contact Robby Mossman.
Directions and hotel suggestions are at the bottom.
As a reminder if you are planning on going to Palmetto Live Steamers they are looking for information from those planning on attending. Details below.
Running Scheduling
Wednesday, April 28th through Friday, April 30th - All trains are welcome to run
Saturday, May 1st - Steam ONLY Trains from 6 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Sunday, May 2nd - Monday, May 3rd- All trains are welcome to run
Palmetto has requested that we provide information regarding what type of equipment people are bringing. Please fill out the form below by Friday, April 9 so we can let them know. If you have any questions please contact Robby Mossman.
Directions and hotel suggestions are at the bottom.
Address
4300 Hopewell Road, Williamston, SC 29697
Directions
85 north to exit 27
Right off ramp then 2.8 miles (Food Lion and shopping strip on left. )
Left on Hopewell Road then 1.7 miles
White farm house on right go through the gate.
Hotel Information (Partial List)
Hotels are located on Exit 19A & 19B or Exit 21 and are all about 15 miles from railroad. Looks like Exit 19A/B & 21 has a lot of food options.
Exit 19 B
9.1 miles from Palmetto
116 Interstate Blvd
Anderson, SC 29621
9.2 miles from Palmetto
120 Interstate Blvd
Anderson, SC 29621
Exit 27 (4.3 Miles from Palmetto)
411 Alliance Parkway
Anderson, SC, 29621
Holiday Inn Express (864-231-0231)
410 Alliance Pkwy
Anderson, SC 29621
Exit 19A or 21
7.3 miles from Palmetto
3302 Cinema Avenue
Anderson, SC 29621
7.4 miles from Palmetto
3430 Clemson Blvd
Anderson, SC 29621
7.9 miles from Palmetto
3025 N Main Street
Anderson, SC 29621
7.4 miles from Palmetto
4020 Clemson Blvd
Anderson, SC 29621
Holiday Inn Anderson (864-226-1000)
3509 Clemson Blvd
Anderson, SC 29621
Workday Recap for Saturday, March 27, 2021
Our last workday of the month is in the books. The work crew built more track panels, cut more than 500 ties, repaired the railroad, dreamed a lot, and had fun. The crew consisted of Scott, Calvin, Robby, Norm, Elijah, Tyler, Dave E., John, a lizard, and a snake. Joe also stopped by to check on the new riding car frames and from what many of us could tell he loaded his van with some additional supplies to make additional progress on the cars.
The railroad is about 99% operational for our club fun day next Saturday, April 3rd. We need some help with getting the grass cut and getting the club lawnmower running. If you are available to go out and cut grass or work on the club lawnmower let us know. Please note that the motorized switches are still in need of repair and Robby hopes to have them running by Saturday.
As a reminder Saturday, April 3rd is also our next club meeting which is scheduled for 1 p.m. We are expecting a visitor or two from within the hobby along with family and friends. Let us make sure we welcome them. As a reminder this is not a public run day.
Our last workday of the month is in the books. The work crew built more track panels, cut more than 500 ties, repaired the railroad, dreamed a lot, and had fun. The crew consisted of Scott, Calvin, Robby, Norm, Elijah, Tyler, Dave E., John, a lizard, and a snake. Joe also stopped by to check on the new riding car frames and from what many of us could tell he loaded his van with some additional supplies to make additional progress on the cars.
The railroad is about 99% operational for our club fun day next Saturday, April 3rd. We need some help with getting the grass cut and getting the club lawnmower running. If you are available to go out and cut grass or work on the club lawnmower let us know. Please note that the motorized switches are still in need of repair and Robby hopes to have them running by Saturday.
As a reminder Saturday, April 3rd is also our next club meeting which is scheduled for 1 p.m. We are expecting a visitor or two from within the hobby along with family and friends. Let us make sure we welcome them. As a reminder this is not a public run day.
Speaking of our public run day plans. We hope to have an update for everyone at the club meeting.
Reminder: Club Fun Day and Meeting - Saturday, April 3, 2021
Our spring club fun day will be Saturday, April 3rd. Come out as early as you would like and stay as long as you want. We will take a brief break at 1 p.m. for a quick club meeting and then hit the rails again.
If you know someone who would like to visit the railroad and bring a train, please have them visit our Club Fun Day page for more information.
Our spring club fun day will be Saturday, April 3rd. Come out as early as you would like and stay as long as you want. We will take a brief break at 1 p.m. for a quick club meeting and then hit the rails again.
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
Do You Shop at Kroger's? You Could Be Raising Money For North Georgia Live Steamers
If you shop at Kroger's, your everyday purchases could turn donations to the North Georgia Live Steamers. All you do is register and use your Kroger card every time you shop at Kroger's.
How do you register your card? Simply click on the link below and login to your account. Under the Community Rewards program you will find a button that says, "re-Enroll Now". Type in North Georgia Live Steamers and you are in business. Make sure you tell all your friends about this great opportunity.
Here is the link to the reward program: Kroger Community Rewards program.
If you shop at Kroger's, your everyday purchases could turn donations to the North Georgia Live Steamers. All you do is register and use your Kroger card every time you shop at Kroger's.
How do you register your card? Simply click on the link below and login to your account. Under the Community Rewards program you will find a button that says, "re-Enroll Now". Type in North Georgia Live Steamers and you are in business. Make sure you tell all your friends about this great opportunity.
Here is the link to the reward program: Kroger Community Rewards program.
Remember spread the word to your friends and family and make sure they register North Georgia Live Steamers as a Kroger Community Reward recipient. If you have a hard time getting your Kroger Plus card associated with North Georgia Live Steamers you may also use this reference number which will also pull up North Georgia Live Steamers on the Kroger site. Our Kroger Community reference number is 45942.
If you have any questions regarding how the program works please visit Kroger Community Rewards for additional information.
Update: Palmetto Live Steamers Spring Meet (April 28th - May 3rd)
The 2021 season is about to get on track. For those that are interested in attending the Palmetto Live Steamers spring meet April 28th through May 3rd here is some updated information.
Running Scheduling
Wednesday, April 28th through Friday, April 30th - All trains are welcome to run
Saturday, May 1st - Steam Only Trains from 6 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Sunday, May 2nd - Monday, May 3rd- All trains are welcome to run
The 2021 season is about to get on track. For those that are interested in attending the Palmetto Live Steamers spring meet April 28th through May 3rd here is some updated information.
Running Scheduling
Wednesday, April 28th through Friday, April 30th - All trains are welcome to run
Saturday, May 1st - Steam ONLY Trains from 6 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Sunday, May 2nd - Monday, May 3rd- All trains are welcome to run
Palmetto has requested that we provide information regarding what type of equipment people are bringing. Please fill out the form below by Friday, April 9 so we can let them know. If you have any questions please contact Robby Mossman.
Directions and hotel suggestions are at the bottom.
Address
4300 Hopewell Road, Williamston, SC 29697
Directions
85 north to exit 27
Right off ramp then 2.8 miles (Food Lion and shopping strip on left. )
Left on Hopewell Road then 1.7 miles
White farm house on right go through the gate.
Hotel Information (Partial List)
Hotels are located on Exit 19A & 19B or Exit 21 and are all about 15 miles from railroad. Looks like Exit 19A/B & 21 has a lot of food options.
Exit 19 B
9.1 miles from Palmetto
116 Interstate Blvd
Anderson, SC 29621
9.2 miles from Palmetto
120 Interstate Blvd
Anderson, SC 29621
Exit 27 (4.3 Miles from Palmetto)
411 Alliance Parkway
Anderson, SC, 29621
Holiday Inn Express (864-231-0231)
410 Alliance Pkwy
Anderson, SC 29621
Exit 19A or 21
7.3 miles from Palmetto
3302 Cinema Avenue
Anderson, SC 29621
7.4 miles from Palmetto
3430 Clemson Blvd
Anderson, SC 29621
7.9 miles from Palmetto
3025 N Main Street
Anderson, SC 29621
7.4 miles from Palmetto
4020 Clemson Blvd
Anderson, SC 29621
Holiday Inn Anderson (864-226-1000)
3509 Clemson Blvd
Anderson, SC 29621
NGLS Club Fun Day is on Saturday, April 3rd
You may have receiving an email from me a while ago letting you know that North Georgia Live Steamers is reaching out to others about our club fun days. Our first club fun days of 2021 will be on Saturday, April 3rd. If you have not already let us know you are coming, we ask you visit our club fun webpage to review the details about the day and let us know you are coming. If you have already let us know you are all set, and we look forward to getting to know you. If you are not able to come in April, we have other club fun days planned including a Fall Meet in October. Just in case you are wondering the club fun days and fall meet are not part of our public run day events which is what we use to help raise the necessary funds to support the railroad.
Hello,
This is Robby Mossman from North Georgia Live Steamers. You may have receiving an email from me a while ago letting you know that North Georgia Live Steamers is reaching out to others about our club fun days. Our first club fun days of 2021 will be on Saturday, April 3rd. If you have not already let us know you are coming, we ask you visit our club fun webpage to review the details about the day and let us know you are coming. If you have already let us know you are all set, and we look forward to getting to know you. If you are not able to come in April, we have other club fun days planned including a Fall Meet in October. Just in case you are wondering the club fun days and fall meet are not part of our public run day events which is what we use to help raise the necessary funds to support the railroad.
Our club members look forward to getting to know you and hopefully your home railroad soon. We ask that you forward this email to others in the hobby to help spread the word. If you have any questions about this email or what we are doing, please feel free to contact me at any time. My contact information is below.
Robby Mossman, Secretary
North Georgia Live Steamers
secretary@northgeorgialivesteamers.org
www.northgeorgialivesteamers.org
Did you know that your purchases on Amazon could also help raise 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, you'll find the exact same low prices and products with the 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, you'll find the exact same low prices and products with the 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.
1/3 Scale B-17 Bomber
This video was shared with me via Gene this week and I thought it was something the group would appreciate. Check out this 1/3 scale B-17 bomber that was built. I am always amazed at the skill, dedication, and result of projects like this. This is another great example while note trains but how scale modeling of any size is truly an active of passion.
This video was shared with me via Gene this week and I thought it was something the group would appreciate. Check out this 1/3 scale B-17 bomber that was built. I am always amazed at the skill, dedication, and result of projects like this. This is another great example while note trains but how scale modeling of any size is truly an active of passion.
Workday planned for Saturday, March 27th at 8:30 a.m.
Our next planned workday is on Saturday, March 27th at 8:30 a.m. The goal of the day is to complete any maintenance related items on the railroad as well as work on the passenger line project, member container and do a maintenance check on all club equipment. Club equipment check includes making sure the club diesel, riding cars (check the brakes), battery operated switch motors, and more are all in good working order. This is an important workday as we officially open the 2021 season with our next club fun day scheduled for Saturday, April 3rd. It will be important to make sure the railroad is in operational order. Come out and help us get the railroad operational for what should be an exciting season. Make sure you bring power tools, lunch, drinks, and a good sense of humor.
See you around the railroad.
Our next planned workday is on Saturday, March 27th at 8:30 a.m. The goal of the day is to complete any maintenance related items on the railroad as well as work on the passenger line project, member container and do a maintenance check on all club equipment. Club equipment check includes making sure the club diesel, riding cars (check the brakes), battery operated switch motors, and more are all in good working order. This is an important workday as we officially open the 2021 season with our next club fun day scheduled for Saturday, April 3rd. It will be important to make sure the railroad is in operational order. Come out and help us get the railroad operational for what should be an exciting season. Make sure you bring power tools, lunch, drinks, and a good sense of humor.
See you around the railroad.
Club Fun Day and Meeting - Saturday, April 3, 2021
Our spring club fun day will be Saturday, April 3rd. Come out as early as you would like and stay as long as you want. We will take a brief break at 1 p.m. for a quick club meeting and then hit the rails again.
If you know someone who would like to visit the railroad and bring a train, please have them visit our Club Fun Day page for more information.
Our spring club fun day will be Saturday, April 3rd. Come out as early as you would like and stay as long as you want. We will take a brief break at 1 p.m. for a quick club meeting and then hit the rails again.
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 recap for Saturday, March 12, 2021
What an incredible day we had this past Saturday, March 12th. The crew arrived early, like before 8:30 a.m., ready to go and take advantage of a beautiful day. The crew included the dynamic duo of Ben and “Bob”, Wes, Scott, Peter, Norm, Gene, Robby, Calvin, Bob C, David E., Rick, John T., John H., and others. The team split up into several crews and took care of repairing track sections in the yard, modifying our diamond to ensure a smoother ride, cut more than 500 railroad ties, constructed 27 track panels totaling 270 feet of track for the passenger line, moved dirt, and dreamed about current and future projects.
If you are wondering what is next. We are working on arranging equipment to dig the grade crossing and grade the passenger line area heading towards the station in the coming weeks. We also have some additional track repair that is needed before we can have our club fun day the first weekend in April. If you have a free weekday that you are interested in doing some work at the railroad let Norm or Robby know.
What an incredible day we had this past Saturday, March 12th. The crew arrived early, like before 8:30 a.m., ready to go and take advantage of a beautiful day. The crew included the dynamic duo of Ben and “Bob”, Wes, Scott, Peter, Norm, Gene, Robby, Calvin, Bob C, David E., Rick, John T., John H., and others. The team split up into several crews and took care of repairing track sections in the yard, modifying our diamond to ensure a smoother ride, cut more than 500 railroad ties, constructed 27 track panels totaling 270 feet of track for the passenger line, moved dirt, and dreamed about current and future projects.
If you are wondering what is next. We are working on arranging equipment to dig the grade crossing and grade the passenger line area heading towards the station in the coming weeks. We also have some additional track repair that is needed before we can have our club fun day the first weekend in April. If you have a free weekday that you are interested in doing some work at the railroad let Norm or Robby know.
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.
Up next…
Safeties - Circle Seal Control 500 Series
Safeties - Circle Seal Control 500 Series
The following is one of many types of safeties that are used with steam engines at our railroad and in the hobby. A local vendor for these safeties is AWC, Inc and can be reached at 770-922-7225.
AWC- Atlanta
593 Sigman Road NE
Suite A
Conyers, GA 30013
Tel: 1.770.922.7225
Email: georgiainsidesales@awc-inc.com
Contact (as of 12/20/2024)
Angie Greer, Inside Account Manager
Tel: 770-278-1801
Email: Angie.Greer@awc-inc.com
Sample Part Numbers as of 12/20/2024
CS 532B-1M-120 (CSC Relief Valve)
CS 532B-1M-125 (CSC Relief Valve)
CS 532B-1M-130 (CSC Relief Valve)
Document from Circle Seal Controls
