by Bruce Matthews, Executive Director Advocacy, or “lobbying” to some, is the art of persuasively educating elected representatives about issues and legislation of concern. Advocacy is typically done in hopes the officials then vote or act appropriately. It is part of my job at North Country Trail Association to help build relationships with these Members […]
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Join us for National Trails Day
National Trails Day is coming June 6. This nationwide event, created by the American Hiking Society, is the country’s largest celebration of trails. You can participate in events in every state across the country, including locations all along the North Country Trail. Events will include guided hikes, tours, trail maintenance, trail town celebrations, opportunities to learn more about […]
3 Reasons to Hike the Allegheny 100 Challenge
Pre-registration closes in just one week for this year’s Allegheny 100 hiking challenge. Last year, 86 hikers challenged themselves to hike 25, 50, 75 or 100 miles of the North Country Trail in the Allegheny National Forest (ANF) in a 50 hour time period. The Allegheny 100 Challenge (A-100) is unsupported, so hikers are responsible for supplying their own food, drinks and […]