Photos and story by Duane Lawton, Jordan Valley 45o Chapter, Michigan Near Petoskey, Michigan the NCT passes through the City of Petoskey’s Skyline Natural Area. There is a short spur trail with a viewing platform where westbound thru-hikers get their first glimpse of Lake Michigan. In addition, working with local landowners Doug and Pam Boor, a […]
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Woman Hikes all of Michigan’s North Country Trail
Story and photos by Jo Oostveen “What bridge did you say?” I asked in a puzzled voice. “The Mackinaw Bridge”, he replied. I was standing at the water pump with the only other person at the Pinney Bridge campground, early that May morning in 2011. I spied him as he came in late the previous […]
Why I Volunteer: Jerry’s Waterfall Adventure
The North Country Trail Association has an incredible roster of volunteers who build and maintain the North Country National Scenic Trail. Each volunteer has a story of “why” they got involved. Here’s Jerry’s story about a unique location in North Dakota that he wanted to share with the world. That’s how he first got involved. What’s […]