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Phil Anderson, Joe Hardisky, and Mark VanHornweder: Volunteer Spotlight

  2020 Distinguished Service Awards   Phil Anderson. Phil has served as the Brule-St. Croix Chapter Trail Maintenance Coordinator for ten years, while tending his own section of trail and participating regularly on the Wisconsin Roving Trail Crew to build major projects all across the state. So it was his job to convey quality standards to all two dozen of his trail caretakers, train new people, […]

Why Felicia Supports the NCT

  When Felicia moved to Michigan to be closer to her soon-to-be husband, she desired a way to connect to her new community. Felicia also struggles with a lot of anxiety and depression, and hiking provides a healthy outlet to care for her mental health. She began exploring trails in her new town and noticed […]

Why Odin Supports the NCT

  Odin Wallace first discovered the North Country Trail while exploring Tamarac National Wildlife Refuge and Itasca State Park with his family. Both places became favorite destinations and positive influence for their family. Little did Odin know that one day the community surrounding the NCT would bring healing and hope during a time of need. […]