Inspiring

July 11, 2023

75-Year-Old Becomes First Woman To Complete 4,800-Mile North Country Trail Twice

The North Country Trail encompasses eight states and spans an impressive 4,800 miles. Completing it once is a feat in itself, but one hiker has just made history by becoming the first woman to finish the trail twice. Joan H. Young, a 75-year-old from Michigan, showcased her love of the outdoors with this incredible achievement. The trail stretches through Vermont, New York, Pennsylvania, Ohio, Michigan, Wisconsin, Minnesota, and North Dakota.

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June 21, 2023

Community Helps Buy a Car for Beloved School Custodian Who Walked Hours to Get to Work

When a valued member of a community is in need, it's always inspiring to see people rally around them and come to their rescue. This is exactly what happened for Troy Henderson, a custodian at Fillmore Elementary in Oklahoma City. After his car broke down, he began walking to and from work—a round trip of about five hours from his home in the city of Moore.

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June 16, 2023

Hiking App Releases Over 25,000 Trail Maps for Free Download, Making It Safer to Hike

Many hikers have a story about accidentally going off a trail. They thought they were headed in the right direction only to find that they’d strayed far from their intended path. At best this is a minor frustration. At worst, it’s dangerous and requires a rescue mission. Hiking apps are a big help, as they often provide routes and reviews of trails. But what if you don't have any cell reception?

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