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 […]
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2025 NCTA Volunteer Awards: Trail Builder
This award is presented to volunteers whose work in trail planning, landowner negotiations, layout and design, and/or construction have resulted in the development of outstanding new North Country Trail or facilities. Ryan Bowles For several years, Ryan has been deeply involved in multiple trails across Southern Michigan and Northern Ohio. He served as President of […]
2025 NCTA Volunteer Awards: Sweep
This award is presented to volunteers for tireless work and achievements behind the scenes on behalf of the trail or the NCTA over a 3-year period or more. Steve Hicks Steve is responsible for mowing a variety of trailheads and segments across Barry County, Michigan for the NCTA Chief Noonday Chapter, and has been doing […]
