Shop container delivery and placement workday on Friday, November 19th
The day has finally come to take delivery and place containers that will become part of our shop and a member container. We will be placing three 40’ containers side by side and then place a 40’ high cube next to the member container area on the railroad. Bring tools, lunch, water, and a good sense of humor we are probably going to need all we can get as thing come together.
The day has finally come to take delivery and place containers that will become part of our shop and a member container. We will be placing three 40’ containers side by side and then place a 40’ high cube next to the member container area on the railroad. Bring tools, lunch, water, and a good sense of humor we are probably going to need all we can get as thing come together.
Impromptu workday recap for Monday, November 8th
On Monday, November 8th a small crew went to the site to complete the groundwork for the new club workshop containers and next member container. The crew, which consisted of Norm, Ben, “Bob”, Robby, Wes, and our favorite delivery guy Bill C., from Sheppard Trucking, who brought us about 18-tons of crusher run that was placed in between the forms where the shop containers are going. Rick also stopped by to jump into the story telling while Ben and “Bob” did a lot of the work. Next step is to take delivery and place the containers which is scheduled for Friday, November 19th. If you are looking for something to do on that Friday, come out and join in on the fun.
On Monday, November 8th a small crew went to the site to complete the groundwork for the new club workshop containers and next member container. The crew, which consisted of Norm, Ben, “Bob”, Robby, Wes, and our favorite delivery guy Bill C., from Sheppard Trucking, who brought us about 18-tons of crusher run that was placed in between the forms where the shop containers are going. Rick also stopped by to jump into the story telling while Ben and “Bob” did a lot of the work. Next step is to take delivery and place the containers which is scheduled for Friday, November 19th. If you are looking for something to do on that Friday, come out and join in on the fun.
The crew also pulled out a signal poll and trimmed it down to size in preparation for a restored signal head that Dave L. recently completed will be mounted on this poll. Looking forward to seeing more railroad structures around the railroad in the future.
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.
Now Accepting Nominees for the 2022 Board
It is that time of year again where we start taking nominees for the 2022 board. This year we will be taking nominees online and during our regularly scheduled meeting on Saturday, December 6th at 1 p.m. Please use the link below to submit your nominees or you can wait until the meeting to nominate.
https://tinyurl.com/nglsboard2022
Nominees must be a current 2021 member and in good standing and be categorized as a Full member.
It is that time of year again where we start taking nominees for the 2022 board. This year we will be taking nominees online and during our regularly scheduled meeting on Saturday, December 6th at 1 p.m. Please use the link below to submit your nominees or you can wait until the meeting to nominate.
https://tinyurl.com/nglsboard2022
Nominees must be a current 2021 member and in good standing and be categorized as a Full member.
Workday & Club Meeting scheduled for Saturday, November 6th at 8:30 a.m.
Our final public run day of the year is approaching and we need to clean up from the fall leaves and put the finishing touches preparing the railroad for an exciting day. We will be blowing leaves, picking up sticks, checking switches, and performing any track repair needed. Don’t forget to bring bug spray, safety goggles, water, lawn equipment, and a good sense of humor.
We also will have a club meeting at 1 p.m.
Our final public run day of the year is approaching and we need to clean up from the fall leaves and put the finishing touches preparing the railroad for an exciting day. We will be blowing leaves, picking up sticks, checking switches, and performing any track repair needed. Don’t forget to bring bug spray, safety goggles, water, lawn equipment, and a good sense of humor.
We also will have a club meeting at 1 p.m.
Come ride trains on Saturday, November 20th from 1 P.M. to 4:30 P.M.
The railroad comes alive one final time for the 2021 season on Saturday, November 20th from 1:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Over the past two years the members and volunteers of North Georgia Live Steamers have been hard at work making changes to the railroad including the addition of nearly 1,000-feet of track to the railroad adding to the overall experience. Get your friends and family together and come out an enjoy riding trains on Saturday, November 20th from 1:00 - 4:30 p.m.
The railroad comes alive one final time for the 2021 season on Saturday, November 20th from 1:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Over the past two years the members and volunteers of North Georgia Live Steamers have been hard at work making changes to the railroad including the addition of nearly 1,000-feet of track to the railroad adding to the overall experience. Get your friends and family together and come out an enjoy riding trains on Saturday, November 20th from 1:00 - 4:30 p.m.
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. Cash Only. We also do NOT accept debit/credit cards.
For more information about Train Rides click here.
Railroad located at: 1632 Centennial Olympic Parkway Northeast, Conyers, GA, 30013
Reminder: Workday scheduled for Saturday, November 6th at 8:30 a.m.
Our final public run day of the year is approaching and we need to clean up from the fall leaves and put the finishing touches preparing the railroad for an exciting day. We will be blowing leaves, picking up sticks, checking switches, and performing any track repair needed. Don’t forget to bring bug spray, safety goggles, water, lawn equipment, and a good sense of humor.
Our final public run day of the year is approaching and we need to clean up from the fall leaves and put the finishing touches preparing the railroad for an exciting day. We will be blowing leaves, picking up sticks, checking switches, and performing any track repair needed. Don’t forget to bring bug spray, safety goggles, water, lawn equipment, and a good sense of humor.
Workday & Club Meeting scheduled for Saturday, November 6th at 8:30 a.m.
Our final public run day of the year is approaching and we need to clean up from the fall leaves and put the finishing touches preparing the railroad for an exciting day. We will be blowing leaves, picking up sticks, checking switches, and performing any track repair needed. Don’t forget to bring bug spray, safety goggles, water, lawn equipment, and a good sense of humor.
We also will have a club meeting at 1 p.m.
Our final public run day of the year is approaching and we need to clean up from the fall leaves and put the finishing touches preparing the railroad for an exciting day. We will be blowing leaves, picking up sticks, checking switches, and performing any track repair needed. Don’t forget to bring bug spray, safety goggles, water, lawn equipment, and a good sense of humor.
We also will have a club meeting at 1 p.m.
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.
NGLS Members - Are you available to volunteer for the November 20th Public Run Day?
Our last public run day event of the 2021 season is on Saturday, November 20th. We need to know who is available to volunteer since it is the Saturday before Thanksgiving. Please fill out the form below so we can make the appropriate decision.
Click the link below or fill out the form below.
Our last public run day event of the 2021 season is on Saturday, November 20th. We need to know who is available to volunteer since it is the Saturday before Thanksgiving. Please fill out the form below so we can make the appropriate decision.
Click the link below or fill out the form below.
1st Fall Meet at the Conyers & Hightower Trail Railroad is now history
Our first fall meet is in the books. A big thanks to everyone who attended and while we don’t have a lot of pictures from the weekend here is quick video of just some of the action on Saturday. For those that are planners our 2022 Fall Meet dates have already been set so mark your calendar for Thursday, October 20th through Sunday, October 23rd. Click here for more details.
Our first fall meet is in the books. A big thanks to everyone who attended and while we don’t have a lot of pictures from the weekend here is quick video of just some of the action on Saturday. For those that are planners our 2022 Fall Meet dates have already been set so mark your calendar for Thursday, October 20th through Sunday, October 23rd. Click here for more details.
If you attended the sites and have some pictures you’d like to share please forward to newsletter@northgeorgialivesteamers.org
Video Link - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T1cZDs1ilZQ
Video recorded by Scott Moore
1st Ever North Georgia Live Steamers Fall Meet - October 21st - 24th
The week has finally come for our first ever Fall Meet. For those arriving on Saturday morning please note that a major high school cross country event will be taking place next to our railroad from 8 a.m .to Noon. This will cause some traffic congestion and a lot of people wondering near the entrance to the railroad. You may also notice a traffic cones and lane closure as you get closer to the entrance to the railroad don’t worry you will be able to get in just let the traffic detail know you are pulling into the railroad.
Time and date:
When: Thursday, October 21 - Sunday, October 24, 2021
Railroad Gauge(s): 7 1/2 & Gauge 1
Accommodations:
We have limited room for RV’s and trailers onsite however overflow space will be available at the RV parking area located at the Georgia International Horse Park facility which is about a mile down the road. For those wishing to stay in a hotel the Hawthorn Suites is directly across the street from the site. Other hotels are available in the area about 3 to 5 miles away.
Visiting Trains:
All locomotive types are welcome, but steam engines are required to have a hydro-static test. The test can be completed at the railroad with help from a NGLS member.
The week has finally come for our first ever Fall Meet. For those arriving on Saturday morning please note that a major high school cross country event will be taking place next to our railroad from 8 a.m .to Noon. This will cause some traffic congestion and a lot of people wondering near the entrance to the railroad. You may also notice a traffic cones and lane closure as you get closer to the entrance to the railroad don’t worry you will be able to get in just let the traffic detail know you are pulling into the railroad.
Time and date:
When: Thursday, October 21 - Sunday, October 24, 2021
Railroad Gauge(s): 7 1/2 & Gauge 1
Accommodations:
We have limited room for RV’s and trailers onsite however overflow space will be available at the RV parking area located at the Georgia International Horse Park facility which is about a mile down the road. For those wishing to stay in a hotel the Hawthorn Suites is directly across the street from the site. Other hotels are available in the area about 3 to 5 miles away.
Visiting Trains:
All locomotive types are welcome, but steam engines are required to have a hydro-static test. The test can be completed at the railroad with help from a NGLS member.
This is NOT a public run day event
Railroad Layout
Attention All Members - 1st Ever North Georgia Live Steamers Fall Meet
Attention All Members - We need to know who is planning on coming to the Fall meet and what days. This will help us prepare for track assignments and parking. For those arriving on Saturday morning please note that a major high school cross country event will be taking place next to our railroad from 8 a.m. to Noon. This will cause some traffic congestion and a lot of people wondering near the entrance to the railroad. You may also notice a traffic cones and lane closure as you get closer to the entrance to the railroad don’t worry you will be able to get in just let the traffic detail know you are pulling into the railroad.
Time and date:
When: Thursday, October 21 - Sunday, October 24, 2021
Parking:
All visitors will need to park inside the gate on Saturday, October 23rd unless arriving after 12 p.m. Please make sure you are away of trains traveling across the grade crossing at the main gate when entering or leaving the property.
Please fill out the registration form using the Registration button below or use the following link https://tinyurl.com/nglsfallmemberregistration
Attention All Members - We need to know who is planning on coming to the Fall meet and what days. This will help us prepare for track assignments and parking. For those arriving on Saturday morning please note that a major high school cross country event will be taking place next to our railroad from 8 a.m. to Noon. This will cause some traffic congestion and a lot of people wondering near the entrance to the railroad. You may also notice a traffic cones and lane closure as you get closer to the entrance to the railroad don’t worry you will be able to get in just let the traffic detail know you are pulling into the railroad.
Time and date:
When: Thursday, October 21 - Sunday, October 24, 2021
Parking:
All visitors will need to park inside the gate on Saturday, October 23rd unless arriving after 12 p.m. Please make sure you are away of trains traveling across the grade crossing at the main gate when entering or leaving the property.
Please fill out the registration form using the Registration button below or use the following link https://tinyurl.com/nglsfallmemberregistration
Visiting Trains:
All locomotive types are welcome, but steam engines are required to have a hydro-static test. The test can be completed at the railroad with help from a NGLS member.
This is NOT a public run day event
Railroad Layout
1st Ever North Georgia Live Steamers Fall Meet - October 21st - 24th
The 1st EVER NGLS Fall Meet will be held Thursday, October 21st through Sunday October 24th. And you can be part of it! Additional details about the event will follow but for now here is what we have so far.
Time and date:
When: Thursday, October 21 - Sunday, October 24, 2021
Railroad Gauge(s): 7 1/2 & Gauge 1
Accommodations:
We have limited room for RV’s and trailers onsite however overflow space will be available at the RV parking area located at the Georgia International Horse Park facility which is about a mile down the road. For those wishing to stay in a hotel the Hawthorn Suites is directly across the street from the site. Other hotels are available in the area about 3 to 5 miles away.
Visiting Trains:
All locomotive types are welcome, but steam engines are required to have a hydro-static test. The test can be completed at the railroad with help from a NGLS member.
We are days away from our first ever meet. Make sure you spread the word and let us know if you are coming to the meet.
Time and date:
When: Thursday, October 21 - Sunday, October 24, 2021
Railroad Gauge(s): 7 1/2 & Gauge 1
Accommodations:
We have limited room for RV’s and trailers onsite however overflow space will be available at the RV parking area located at the Georgia International Horse Park facility which is about a mile down the road. For those wishing to stay in a hotel the Hawthorn Suites is directly across the street from the site. Other hotels are available in the area about 3 to 5 miles away.
Visiting Trains:
All locomotive types are welcome, but steam engines are required to have a hydro-static test. The test can be completed at the railroad with help from a NGLS member.
This is NOT a public run day event
Railroad Layout
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.
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.
Prep day for 1st ever Fall meet on Saturday, October 16th
We are just days away from our first ever fall meet. We will have a workday on Saturday, October 16th to cut grass, perform track maintenance, and more. Make sure you bring tools, lunch, water, and a good sense of humor.
We are just days away from our first ever fall meet. We will have a workday on Saturday, October 16th to cut grass, perform track maintenance, and more. Make sure you bring tools, lunch, water, and a good sense of humor.
For more information regarding our fall meet click the button below.
1st Ever North Georgia Live Steamers Fall Meet - October 21st - 24th
The 1st EVER NGLS Fall Meet will be held Thursday, October 21st through Sunday October 24th. And you can be part of it! Additional details about the event will follow but for now here is what we have so far.
Time and date:
When: Thursday, October 21 - Sunday, October 24, 2021
Railroad Gauge(s): 7 1/2 & Gauge 1
Accommodations:
We have limited room for RV’s and trailers onsite however overflow space will be available at the RV parking area located at the Georgia International Horse Park facility which is about a mile down the road. For those wishing to stay in a hotel the Hawthorn Suites is directly across the street from the site. Other hotels are available in the area about 3 to 5 miles away.
Visiting Trains:
All locomotive types are welcome, but steam engines are required to have a hydro-static test. The test can be completed at the railroad with help from a NGLS member.
We are less than a month away from our first ever meet. Make sure you spread the word and let us know if you are coming to the meet.
Time and date:
When: Thursday, October 21 - Sunday, October 24, 2021
Railroad Gauge(s): 7 1/2 & Gauge 1
Accommodations:
We have limited room for RV’s and trailers onsite however overflow space will be available at the RV parking area located at the Georgia International Horse Park facility which is about a mile down the road. For those wishing to stay in a hotel the Hawthorn Suites is directly across the street from the site. Other hotels are available in the area about 3 to 5 miles away.
Visiting Trains:
All locomotive types are welcome, but steam engines are required to have a hydro-static test. The test can be completed at the railroad with help from a NGLS member.
This is NOT a public run day event
Railroad Layout
Train Rides on Saturday, November 20th from 1 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Come join us on Saturday, November 20th as the railroad comes alive one final time for the 2021 season. The members have been hard at working making major changes to the railroad and hope you can come out and figure out what some of the changes are. 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.
Come join us on Saturday, November 20th as the railroad comes alive one final time for the 2021 season. The members have been hard at working making major changes to the railroad and hope you can come out and figure out what some of the changes are. 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.
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.
Thank you for coming out and making the railroad come alive - Saturday, October 2, 2021
What an incredible day at the Conyers & Hightower Trail railroad with so many visitors after a nearly two year absence of running trains for everyone to enjoy. Over the past two years club members and volunteers worked on reconfiguring the railroad to provide such an incredible experience yesterday. The members of North Georgia Live Steamers and the many volunteers who helped make day possible we want to say thank you.
What an incredible day at the railroad with so many visitors after a nearly two year absence of running trains for everyone to enjoy. Over the past two years club members and volunteers worked on reconfiguring the railroad to provide such an incredible experience yesterday. The members of North Georgia Live Steamers and the many volunteers who helped make day possible we want to say thank you. For those interested in learning more about our group or are interested in joining visit our website at https://northgeorgialivesteamers.org/membership.
We look forward to seeing everyone around the railroad on November 20, 2021 from 1 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. weather permitting.
