Each year, NCTA Chapter, Affiliate, and partner leaders can select local volunteers to receive Honor Awards. This award is unique as there is no nomination; the award is guaranteed. It is presented to “volunteers who demonstrate loyalty, commitment, and hard work annually to the local organization’s chosen activities.” Please join us in congratulating the 2025 […]
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2025 NCTA Volunteer Awards: Friend of the Trail
This award is presented to public employees, units of government, or members of an organization whose leadership, accommodations, and active collaboration have substantially benefited the North Country Trail or the NCTA (and not working solely in the capacity of NCTA members). City of Duluth Parks and Recreation Division More than 350 miles of trails […]
2025 NCTA Volunteer Awards: Outstanding Private Landowner
This award is presented to private landowners whose leadership, accommodation, and active collaboration have substantially benefited the North Country Trail. Kevin “Buck” Hough Ever since a stranger offered him fruit during a hike in the Upper Peninsula, Kevin promised himself he’d find a way to give back to other trail users. He and his […]
