“I learned a lot of useful information,” Sarah reflected, “especially when it came to teaching people on the crew new skills and how to handle a medical emergency. “ Sarah Collier, President Trainee of the NCTA Western Michigan Chapter, attended one of the North Country Trail Association’s Crew Leader trainings in 2019. The NCTA […]
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Sheyenne River State Forest: Partner Spotlight
Over 400 miles of the North Country Trail cross North Dakota, including its Sheyenne River State Forest in the southeastern part of the state. Thanks to our partnership with the State Forest, the NCT is secure through this scenic spot and allows hikers to view North Dakota’s only waterfall. “In 1975, the North Dakota […]
Happy 40th Birthday, North Country Trail!
On March 5, 1980, Congress designated the North Country Trail as a National Scenic Trail. In the 40 years since, we have countless accomplishments to reflect on and take pride in. We’ve highlighted a few in this infographic, but please take a moment to read through our 2019 Trail Progress Report and keep an […]