You have reached the home page of the Ridge Live Steamers, Inc. This website is provided for the benefit of our members, model railroad and live steam enthusiasts. Fellow live steamers and those interested in the live steam and model railroading hobbies are welcome.

RLS is a non-profit organization and will work with other non-profit organizations dedicated to further the awareness of our railroad heritage.

RLS is a 7½” gauge railroad that currently has 7,500 feet of mainline with an additional 7,300 feet in sidings and yards. We also have a 180 foot, 3 track loop of elevated Gauge 1 and G-Gauge. Stationary and steam traction engines are also welcome.

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4 days ago

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Been a fun and busy Friday at the Fall meet. Sometimes you just need a long train. ... See MoreSee Less
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5 days ago

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Come out and join us for our Fall Meet this weekend. The fall meet is nowhere near as busy as the winter meet, but it's always a good time. If you have equipment, feel free to bring it. If you don't have equipment come on out and visit. And how do you know it's time for a meet? Because you have to do an emergency track repair! ... See MoreSee Less
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3 weeks ago

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With Hurricane Milton now out in the Atlantic Ocean, we're happy to report that our property survived with minimal damage. This is quite amazing considering that the center of circulation passed within about 15 miles of our location.We have some signals to repair, a LOT of branches to clean up, one tree down, and some relatively minor building damage when you realize a Category 2 storm passed overhead.We are without power currently as well. ... See MoreSee Less
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3 weeks ago

Ridge Live Steamers
While it will continue to get updated, the current track of Hurricane Milton takes it just north of us. Unfortunately the strongest winds are on the right-front quadrant of every storm. We've secured our track and property as much as we can. Hopefully everyone gets through with as little damage as possible. ... See MoreSee Less
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4 weeks ago

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Cub Scout Pack 515 came for a visit. After a quick review of rail safety, the pack loved their train ride. We always welcome service groups - drop us a line at info@ridgelivesteamers.org. ... See MoreSee Less
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