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Nancy DeJong: NCNST Long Distance Hiker

Nancy DeJong Central patch + Michigan, Mackinac Bridge, and 1000 Miles When I was a child, my dad loved to hike and backpack, and did it with my brothers. I knew he liked to hike on the North Country Trail, was a member of the Association, and got their magazine. I have some of his […]

2022 Blue Blazes Benefactor Awards

  NCTA Blue Blazes Benefactor Award recipients are individuals or households demonstrating vision and generosity through significant monetary or in-kind contribution(s) to the North Country National Scenic Trail or the North Country Trail Association. Loren Bach and Dave Martus. Loren and Dave joined the NCTA in 2005. Their love and dedication to the NCNST and […]

57 Continuous Miles

  This new 3.17-mile section of Trail traverses through various types of vegetation, runs along a river, takes in views of two lakes and runs through two wetlands. This section also allows for nearly 57 continuous miles of off-road Trail…   by Kenny Wawsczyk Late last year work began on the infamous Echo Drive reroute. […]