The NFCT extends for 740 miles across contiguous rivers, streams, and lakes, following Native American travel routes from Old Forge, New York, through Vermont, Québec, and New Hampshire, to Fort Kent, Maine. In addition to being a paddling route, the Trail celebrates the history of the Northern Forest. The Trail was officially completed in Spring 2006, with thirteen mapped contiguous sections offering campsites, portage routes, trail signs, and access points along the entire route. This photo taken near the western terminus was shared by my nephew, Gabriel, who is paddling a portion of the trail with his girlfriend. I don’t know all the details of the trip but I believe he will be meeting up with my sister-in-law Susan when they reach North Hero, VT which is 170 miles into the journey.