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Trail Discoveries

by Jo Swanson, NVC Executive Director


The Overlook. Lichen Log. Moose Scat Rock. Hope Ledges.


Image description: Lichen Log is one of many hidden gems along Moss Lake Trail.

You won't see these names on a map, but volunteers will remember these places for years to come.


This month, NVC volunteers gathered to work on Moss Lake Trail, a 3-mile path connecting Caribou Rock Trail with South Lake Trail near the Gunflint Trail. Moss Lake Trail is an important connector that allows for an adventurous loop hike or a nice day-long excursion.


Despite high temperatures and humidity, volunteers cleared downed trees, brushed out overgrown trail, and made the trail more sustainable by installing water diversions.


Along the way, points of interest acquired names as we commuted by foot in and out of the project area each day. There's a lot to see on Moss Lake Trail, and thanks to the volunteers, the trail itself is visible and so are many of the interesting points along the way.


Three awesome individuals in hard hats smile on a forest path
Forest Techs Brett and Abby and volunteer Paul on Moss Lake Trail

We're grateful to the incredible individuals who joined us and who worked so hard to make this trail more enjoyable and sustainable. NVC also thanks the Legacy Trails Grant Program which provides partial funding for this project. 


Want to discover more hidden places? NVC is returning to the Gunflint Trail in just a couple of weeks. On August 1 - 3, we'll be working on South Lake Trail. There's still time to learn more and sign up!


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