Mary “Denali” McKinley End-to-End Hiker; central patch + Vermont, New York, Pennsylvania, Ohio, Michigan, Wisconsin, Minnesota, North Dakota; 1000, 2000, 3000, and 4000 miles I started hiking the North Country Trail because it was accessible during Covid. I started July 28, 2020 near Solon Springs, Wisconsin. I intended to do it over at least a […]
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2024 Volunteer Awards: Leadership
The Leadership Award is presented in recognition of exceptional leadership over a three-year period or more, leading to significant local achievements or highly successful events. JoAnn Mort Since becoming a trail adopter after shortly “finding” the trail in 2021 and officially joining the Chief Noonday Chapter, JoAnn has become an invaluable member. Not one […]
2024 Volunteer Awards: Distinguished Service
The Distinguished Service Award is presented in recognition of eight years or more of exceptional volunteer service in furthering the goals of the NCTA, and outstanding contributions toward the dream of the North Country Trail. Mel Baughman Mel thrives on volunteerism. His service extends beyond a decade with the North Country Trail to a […]