This new 3.17-mile section of Trail traverses through various types of vegetation, runs along a river, takes in views of two lakes and runs through two wetlands. This section also allows for nearly 57 continuous miles of off-road Trail… by Kenny Wawsczyk Late last year work began on the infamous Echo Drive reroute. […]
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Marty Swank: Volunteer Spotlight
Marty Swank, volunteer with the NCTA Chequamegon Chapter, has now donated 10,000 hours of his time to the North Country National Scenic Trail. The National Park Service (NPS) and North Country Trail Association (NCTA) thank Marty deeply for his efforts, and have presented him with a NPS Volunteer-in-Parks (VIP) award. When Marty was asked about […]
Blake Wirts: Hike 100 Finisher
“Hiking has helped me get through quarantine and gave me something fun to do and look forward to every week.” Blake Wirts, 13-year-old from Grant, Michigan, recently completed his Hike 100 Challenge. All of his miles were in Michigan, not too far from his home. The Rogue River area is one of his favorite […]