The Rising Star Award presented to an NCTA member between the ages of eight and 25 who has made significant contributions to the trail, and whose dedication to the trail and the NCTA sets an example to other youths and shows exceptional promise. Cheyenne Williams From a young age, Cheyenne has wanted to become […]
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Jay Shutt: NCNST Long Distance Hiker
Jay Shutt Central patch + Mackinac Bridge, 1000 Miles, and Ohio I began hiking the North Country Trail in May 2018 when I joined the Buckeye Trail Circuit Hike Group for a hike in the New Straitsville Section of the Buckeye Trail that runs concurrent with the North Country Trail. I soon became a regular […]
2024 Volunteer Awards: Outstanding Private Landowner
The Outstanding Private Landowner Award is presented in recognition of leadership, accommodation, and active collaboration that have substantially benefited the North Country Trail. Paul + Shirley Berg The Berg Family granted an easement for 3.4 miles of trail on their land in 2015. They also authorized a campsite and a trailhead to be constructed. […]