Our Stories

Lindsay Wriston: Hike 100 Finisher

“As a doctor, I have seen first-hand the strain the pandemic has had on our community and I am glad that people are turning to the outdoors to benefit their mental and physical health.” Lindsay Wriston from Battle Creek, Michigan, completed her Hike 100 Challenge in July. Lindsay hiked most of her miles in Michigan’s […]

Charlie and Susie Green: Supporter Spotlight

  “I figure a dollar a mile donation is pretty good value for my time on the Trail. A therapist would cost much more.” Charlie and Susie Green completed their Hike 100 Challenge this May when they took advantage of the *NCTA’s #hikefromhome rule change, which allowed all mileage to count toward Hike 100 because […]

Steinberg Family: Hike 100 Challenge

“We love that it gives our family an attainable goal and that it promotes togetherness on the Trail.” The Steinberg family of four (plus a couple four-legged companions) from Rochester, Minnesota completed their Hike 100 Challenge this April, having taken advantage of the #hikefromhome rule change NCTA issued due to the Coronavirus pandemic. “Sam loves […]