Marit Janse Central patch + 1,000-Mile and Mackinac Bridge rockers I started hiking the North Country Trail because I wanted to walk 600 miles for my 60th birthday. I set out with three friends: two walked, and one drove and was our support during the day. Once we got to the Bridge, I was addicted. […]
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Unit Status for the North Country National Scenic Trail
In early December, 2023, the North Country National Scenic Trail became a unit of the National Park System. What is a “unit” of the National Park System? The National Park Service manages 428 individual units covering more than 85 million acres in all 50 states, the District of Columbia, and U.S. territories. While there […]
2023 Volunteer Awards: Blue Blazes Benefactor
Larry Pio and Suzanne Darling For 23 years, Larry has demonstrated commitment to the NCNST by investing in the success of the NCTA. Since becoming a member in 2000, he and his wife Suzanne have financially supported the mission with annual gifts and in-kind contributions. He regularly requests generous grant contributions to the NCTA […]