Odin Wallace first discovered the North Country Trail while exploring Tamarac National Wildlife Refuge and Itasca State Park with his family. Both places became favorite destinations and positive influence for their family. Little did Odin know that one day the community surrounding the NCT would bring healing and hope during a time of need. […]
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Central Flyway Chapter: New in North Dakota
Since the formation of the North Country National Scenic Trail in 1980, there has not been an established Chapter for the Western Terminus of the Trail at Lake Sakakawea State Park. Not that it has not been attempted – there was a very small but short lived Chapter in the Lonetree Wildlife Management Area […]
Why Tina Supports the NCT
Pain was a way of life for Tina. As a competitive gymnast, Tina’s body bore the brunt of her sport. Despite the pain, Tina continued competing and then coaching for decades. “I coached at a club level until about age 40 but had real back, knee, and ankle problems. I quit [coaching] mostly because […]