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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.
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The "Big Dig" has begun- Impromptu workday recap from Saturday, May 8th
One thing that is constant is change when you are planning things. This past weekend we had planned on working on getting the next member container area ready, which we did, however delivery of the container was delayed because of the quality of the container available was not as good as we had hoped. While continue to search for the next container we pivoted on Friday and put together a crew for Saturday impromptu workday and started the “Big Dig” portion of the passenger line project. The crew consisted of Ben, “Bob”, Gene, “Bob2”, Norm, Robby, Wes, and John. Scott was also at the site working on installing some additional electrical in the grey container. About 90% of everything was completed but we are looking for any individuals who are available this week to install the rebar so we can schedule a concrete truck to pour on Saturday, May 15th. Contact Norm if you have time this week as he will be coordinating the installation of the rebar.
One thing that is constant is change when you are planning things. This past weekend we had planned on working on getting the next member container area ready, which we did, however delivery of the container was delayed because of the quality of the container available was not as good as we had hoped. While continue to search for the next container we pivoted on Friday and put together a crew for Saturday impromptu workday and started the “Big Dig” portion of the passenger line project. The crew consisted of Ben, “Bob”, Gene, “Bob2”, Norm, Robby, Wes, and John. Scott was also at the site working on installing some additional electrical in the grey container. About 90% of everything was completed but we are looking for any individuals who are available this week to install the rebar so we can schedule a concrete truck to pour on Saturday, May 15th. A little late on my part but Norm will be heading out with a few people on Tuesday, May 11th at 8;30 a.m. to work on the rebar. If you are able to help I’m sure they’d take what ever you can offer.
Assuming everything goes well, and the weather cooperates we will need extra help on Saturday, May 15th as about 8 or 9 yards of concrete is delivered and poured. If for some reason we are not able to pour on Saturday, we will begin grading work from west side of the new crossing towards the station area in preparation of track to be installed in a future workday. If you are available on Saturday, May 24th please arrive around 8:30 a.m. ahead of the concrete truck to help finalize any last-minute details before the pour which will happen around 10 a.m.(‘ish).
As was mentioned earlier Scott worked in the grey container installing more conduit so the lights can be turned on and off from either end of the container.
Electrical work by Scott M.
What’s on the calendar
All dates are subject to change
Impromptu Workday Scheduled for Saturday, May 8th at 8:30 a.m.
We are having an impromptu workday on Saturday, May 8th. Both “Bob” and “Bob 2” will be on hand to help with the moving and digging of dirt for the grade crossing project and to prepare the area for the next container delivery.
If you are able to come bring tools, gloves, lunch, and a good sense of humor.
We are having an impromptu workday on Saturday, May 8th. Both “Bob” and “Bob 2” will be on hand to help with the moving and digging of dirt for the grade crossing project and to prepare the area for the next container delivery.
If you are able to come bring tools, gloves, lunch, and a good sense of humor.
Train Rides on Saturday, May 15th Cancelled
North Georgia Live Steamers has made an adjustment to the 2021 train ride schedule. The May 15th 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, May 4th here is a list of our remaining schedule for the 2021 season. The current operating schedule is Saturday, October 2nd, and November 20th from 1 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
North Georgia Live Steamers has made an adjustment to the 2021 train ride schedule. The May 15th 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, May 4th here is a list of our remaining schedule for the 2021 season. The current operating schedule is Saturday, 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.
While we wait to reopen the members and other volunteers of North Georgia Live Steamers continue to work on expanding the railroad. If you or someone you know would like to donate to North Georgia Live Steamers to help us with our projects, please visit our donations page for more information.
We look forward to seeing you around the railroad soon.
Club Fun Day and Meeting - Saturday, June 5, 2021
Our summer club fun day will be Saturday, June 5th. 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.
Our summer club fun day will be Saturday, June 5th. 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
"Big Dig" Workday Cancelled for Saturday, April 24th – Rain, Rain Go Away
The “Big Dig” workday scheduled for Saturday, April 24th has been CANCELLED because of this stuff called rain. Be on the lookout for a reschedule date in the next couple of weeks.
The “Big Dig” workday scheduled for Saturday, April 24th has been CANCELLED because of this stuff called rain. Be on the lookout for a reschedule date in the next couple of weeks. A tentative reschedule date has been set for Saturday, May 22nd with concrete being poured on Monday, May 24th. Weather permitting.
What’s next on the calendar?
Train Ride Scheduled for Saturday, May 15th is Cancelled
North Georgia Live Steamers has made an adjustment to the 2021 train ride schedule. The May 15th 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, May 4th here is a list of our remaining schedule for the 2021 season. The current operating schedule is Saturday, 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 May 15th 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, May 4th here is a list of our remaining schedule for the 2021 season. The current operating schedule is Saturday, 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.
Railroad Location
1632 Centennial Olympic Parkway
Conyers, GA 30013
Reminder: Major Workday planned for Saturday, April 24th at 8:30 a.m.
As a reminder a major workday is planned for Saturday, April 24th. The plan for the day is to bring in heavy machinery and dig the new 60-foot grade crossing and prep the area heading towards the station for the the remaining passenger line track. We could use all the help we can get so we can prep the area for the concrete truck to pour on Monday, April 26th.
As a reminder this workday is in place of our public run day which has been cancelled. Make sure you bring power tools, lunch, drinks, and a good sense of humor. If you have any questions please contact Norm or Robby.
As a reminder a major workday is planned for Saturday, April 24th. The plan for the day is to bring in heavy machinery and dig the new 60-foot grade crossing and prep the area heading towards the station for the the remaining passenger line track. We could use all the help we can get so we can prep the area for the concrete truck to pour on Monday, April 26th.
This workday is in place of our public run day which has been cancelled. Make sure you bring power tools, lunch, drinks, and a good sense of humor. If you have any questions please contact Norm or Robby.
Workday Recap for Saturday, April 17th - The prelude to the big dig
On Saturday, a crew went out to the site to take care of some preparation work for next weekends “big dig” and finish preparation for the next member container to be delivered. With the help from Ben and “Bob” much dirt was moved and dug. The rest of the crew consisted of Wes, Gene, Robby, Norm, and David E. who at times seemed to be supervising and contemplating life. Not really a great deal was done by all including determining elevation, confirming placement of grade crossing, location of future man crossing and a whole lot more. The crew surprised themselves on the amount of progress that was made on throughout the day including digging about 30 of the 60 feet needed for the grade crossing.
On Saturday, a crew went out to the site to take care of some preparation work for next weekends “big dig” and finish preparation for the next member container to be delivered. With the help from Ben and “Bob” much dirt was moved and dug. The rest of the crew consisted of Wes, Gene, Robby, Norm, and David E. who at times seemed to be supervising and contemplating life. Not really a great deal was done by all including determining elevation, confirming placement of grade crossing, location of future man crossing and a whole lot more. The crew surprised themselves on the amount of progress that was made on throughout the day including digging about 30 of the 60 feet needed for the grade crossing.
During this upcoming week gravel will be delivered for the next member container then on Saturday, April 24th the “big dig” moves into full swing. The day consists of “Bob” and some cousin’s to be onsite helping dig and move dirt. We will need a lot of help throughout the day which includes leveling the gravel for the next member container and of course the grade crossing elements. Make sure you bring shovels, power tools, a hat, lunch, and a good sense of humor. Work will begin around 8:30 a.m.
Member container site grading is now complete. Gravel will be delivered during the week of April 19th and will be ready to level the gravel in preparation for a container to be delivered. A big thanks to Ben and “Bob” for the dirt work.
Impromptu Workday Scheduled for Saturday, April 17th at 8:30 a.m.
A workday has been scheduled for this Saturday. The plan is to prepare an area for a new container and prepare for the "big dig" event for the new grade crossing. Bring lunch, water, and a good sense of humor. Be aware an event is happening at the horse park which may make it a little difficult to enter the site.
A workday has been scheduled for this Saturday. The plan is to prepare an area for a new container and prepare for the "big dig" event for the new grade crossing. Bring lunch, water, and a good sense of humor. Be aware an event is happening at the horse park which may make it a little difficult to enter the site.
Major Workday planned for Saturday, April 24th at 8:30 a.m.
A major workday is planned for Saturday, April 24th. The plan for the day is to bring in heavy machinery and dig the new 60-foot grade crossing and prep the area heading towards the station for the the remaining passenger line track. We could use all the help we can get so we can prep the area for the concrete truck to pour on Monday, April 26th.
As a reminder this workday is in place of our public run day which has been cancelled. Make sure you bring power tools, lunch, drinks, and a good sense of humor. If you have any questions please contact Norm or Robby.
A major workday is planned for Saturday, April 24th. The plan for the day is to bring in heavy machinery and dig the new 60-foot grade crossing and prep the area heading towards the station for the the remaining passenger line track. We could use all the help we can get so we can prep the area for the concrete truck to pour on Monday, April 26th.
As a reminder this workday is in place of our public run day which has been cancelled. Make sure you bring power tools, lunch, drinks, and a good sense of humor. If you have any questions please contact Norm or Robby.
Final Reminder: Palmetto Live Steamers Spring Meet (April 28th - May 3rd)
This is a final 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.
This is a final 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
2021 Train Ride Day Schedule Update for April
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.
Railroad Location
1632 Centennial Olympic Parkway
Conyers, GA 30013
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.