By Kenny Wawsczyk, NCTA Regional Trail Coordinator Patience and perseverance paid off as NCTA Chief Baw Beese Chapter volunteers recently put the finishing touches on a boardwalk and bridge over the East Branch of the St. Joseph River in Southern Michigan. This particular water crossing in the Lost Nation State Game Area has long […]
Our Stories
Author: Kate Lemon
Trail Protection at Mulligan Pines
By Clare Fastiggi, Upper Peninsula Land Conservancy What began as Jon and Christine Saari’s vision for their land and family camp, affectionately known as “fish camp,” evolved into a multi-partner conservation success story. Through our collaboration with the NCTA and Lyme Great Lakes Timberlands LLC, the Saaris’ cherished property and surrounding landscape are now […]
2025 NCTA Volunteer Awards: Trail Maintainer
This award is presented to volunteers who have demonstrated exceptional dedication or achievements in maintaining or restoring pre-existing North Country Trail segments. Danny Austin Danny has demonstrated unwavering dedication to the North Country Trail for more than 15 years. With the NCTA Western Michigan Chapter, he serves as a Trail Adopter for multiple segments. He […]
