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Friday, December 26, 2008

NCT Progress in Western Minnesota

Laurentian Lakes Chapter
This group of volunteer laborers
takes a break on a bridge they built
along the North Country Scenic National Trail
in Becker County.
from Detroit Lakes Online, "Little by little, walking trail coming together," by Pippi Mayfield, Dec 24, 2008

After more than 25 years of clearing and constructing, the North Country National Scenic Trail has entered Becker County.

“It’s very much a work in progress,” said Matthew Davis, regional trail coordinator for Minnesota and North Dakota.

The trail through Becker County this far has been on state land, so the association hasn’t had to worry much about acquiring private land. The association has been able to work with the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources and the county for land... more

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