Voices from the Trail
Category: Events
NFCT Announces 2024 Thru-Paddler Roster
The Northern Forest Canoe Trail (NFCT) has announced its official roster of 2024 thru-paddlers. The NFCT, which is celebrating its 25th anniversary this year, is a mapped inland water trail tracing 740 miles of Indigenous and historic travel routes across…
Adirondack Paddling Symposium Set for June 13-16
Registration is open for the 2025 Adirondack Paddling Symposium, June 13-16 in Saranac Lake, NY. Presented by NRS and the Northern Forest Canoe Trail (NFCT), the Symposium is a comprehensive weekend of paddling instruction for beginners and intermediates, and includes…
Rangeley Oquossoc Adventure Rendezvous Set for June 21-22
The second annual Rangeley Oquossoc Adventure Rendezvous (ROAR) will be held June 21-22, showcasing the lands and waters of Maine’s Rangeley Lakes region. Part of Maine’s High Peaks PaddleFest, the ROAR is a two-day, 40-mile paddling stage race hosted by…
‘Round the Mountain Set for May 10
The annual ‘Round the Mountain Canoe & Kayak Race is set for Saturday, May 10, bringing together paddlers from across the Adirondack region and beyond. The 10-mile ‘Round the Mountain race kicks off the Northern Forest Canoe Trail’s Adirondack Race…
Vermont Trail Accessibility Hub Summit Charts Bold Course
Earlier this month, Bolton Valley Resort’s Timberline Lodge played host to the inaugural Vermont Trail Accessibility Hub (TAH) Summit, bringing together more than 50 thought leaders and advocates to advance trail accessibility across Vermont. This collaborative event united representatives from…
Northern Forest Canoe Trail Celebrates 25 Years
The Northern Forest Canoe Trail (NFCT) celebrates its 25th anniversary in 2025, an occasion that will be marked with dozens of community events throughout the Northeast. The NFCT is a mapped inland water trail tracing 740 miles of Indigenous and…
Auction Supports Stewardship, Community Programming
The NFCT will host its annual online auction Nov. 15 to Dec. 1 in support of its stewardship and programming along the 740-mile water trail connecting New York, Vermont, Quebec, New Hampshire and Maine. The NFCT’s auction features outdoor gear,…
New Infrastructure Improves Missisquoi River Access
The NFCT has constructed a new trail and stone staircase that will enhance access to the Missisquoi River. The project was completed earlier this summer by the NFCT’s professional stewardship team and community volunteers. The access point is located off…
Lamoille River Cleanup Set for Sept. 28
The NFCT and the Lamoille River Paddlers Trail (LRPT) are seeking volunteers to assist with a series of Lamoille River cleanup projects on Saturday, Sept. 28. The cleanup day is part of ongoing flood recovery efforts along the Lamoille River…
Paddlers, Cyclists Participate in 2024 Missisquoi Paddle-Pedal
The annual Missisquoi Paddle-Pedal took place on Saturday, July 13, with over 50 paddlers and cyclists enjoying blue skies and warm temperatures. The Paddle-Pedal is a family-friendly event that combines a 6.5 mile paddle down a Wild and Scenic section…