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2023 Volunteer Awards: Leadership

  Lynn Meister Thomas Lynn lives an hour’s drive from Marquette (on a good day), the hub of the NCTA Marquette Area Chapter’s activities, yet she serves as President with enthusiasm, persistence, and grace. Her positive attitude keeps board meetings productive and lively, and her impressive communication skills keep our community engaged and informed. Lynn […]

2022 Leadership Awards

Leadership Award recipients are volunteers who have demonstrated exceptional leadership over a three-year period or more leading to significant local achievements or highly successful events. Eric Campbell has provided excellent leadership for the Kekekabic Trail Chapter (Minn.) for over three years, following its reorganization from the former Kekekabic Trail Club. He has brought new enthusiasm to […]

Tips for How to Lead a Successful Hike

by Andrea Ketchmark Leading others on a hike is a great way to share your love of the outdoors and the North Country Trail. It’s not difficult, but there are precautions every hike leader should take to ensure a safe and fun outing. Read the tips for how to lead a successful hike below, and […]