By Alison Myers Have you ever encountered a bear, or evidence of a bear while out on the North Country Trail? Did you know that black bears reside in every state the NCT traverses? As humans it is our responsibility to respect wildlife and the places they roam and live. Because they are able to […]
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Fire and Flood Safety
by Kenny Wawsczyk, Michigan Regional Trail Coordinator As I write this article today’s high is 65 o but for the past couple weeks it has been hot and humid. And the extended forecast looks to be the same. There’s a lot of clichés about Michigan’s weather and what happened to areas of the Trail during the week […]
Staying Found on the North Country Trail
Susan Herrick, an avid North Country Trail hiker and NCTA member nearly got lost on the NCNST. Susan did many things right, and we asked her to share her story. Remember to educate yourself before going on the Trail, take a map and compass, let someone know where you are going, and always carry the […]