Jim + Nancy Dornbush Grandville, Mich. Central patch + Michigan, 1,000-Mile, and Mackinac Bridge rockers This little adventure began as a small hike along the North Country National Scenic Trail (NCNST) to look for a couple of geocaches near Big Star lake. The signage at the parking area intrigued Jim to check out this […]
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Judy Conrad: NCNST Long Distance Hiker
Judy Conrad Pellston, Mich. Michigan Judy has previously received the Central Patch, 1,000-Mile and Mackinac Bridge rockers. On May 13, 2016, I joined the Softies who were hiking across the UP of Michigan. I joined them in Grand Marais as they were hiking east. I thought it would be really cool if I could […]
Jane Norton: NCNST Long Distance Hiker
Jane Norton Delton, Mich. Central patch + Wisconsin; Mackinac Bridge; 1,000 Miles I joined the NCTA Chief Noonday Chapter when I was approached to volunteer for the NCNST. [The NCTA] Conference – now called Celebration – was hosted by the Chief Noonday Chapter in 2012. Thus began my journey. I was hooked on hiking. […]