North Country Trail Annual Conference

NCTA Annual Conference August 11-14, 2011 Dayton, Ohio is the largest ?Trail Town? on the North Country Trail. To many people that means concrete, asphalt, and tall buildings. However, while the trail passes through the heart of this urban area you-ll get a new perspective of what hiking in a city can be like: trees, rivers, and recreation dominate the experience. The conference will lead us to many rural and pristine gems of western Ohio as we celebrate the reinvention of Dayton, OH as an outdoor adventure destination. Join us in exploring the history of the Miami & Erie Canal, backpacking trips through the rolling hills, day hikes by waterfalls and cliff edges, paddling along the rivers, and learning about North Country National Scenic Trail development, protection and promotion. This year-s conference offers exciting events and workshops including a chance to learn about nature photography from Bart Smith and to hear Andrew Skurka talk about his recent in trek across Alaska.