An Optimistic View of Life

Barry reflects back on his life from childhood in Corning, NY to running and hiking over one hundred thousand miles. He shares his optimistic view on life and how much he has to be thankful for.

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Felicia Hokenstad and Stephanie Sleda

Friends Felicia Hokenstad (32) and Stephanie Sleda (27) talk about their experience volunteering with the North Country Trail Association, their adventures outdoors, and people who have influenced them within the association.

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Jan Ulferts Stewart and Gerry Berg

Friends Jan Ulferts Stewart (67) and Gerry Berg (71) discuss their decades-long work and love for the North Country Trail and their hope for the future of the trail.

Nell Schneider #4, 7/12/21

Nell Schneider (6/18/1930-) talks with her grandson, Matthew Harrison, and her daughter (Matthew's mother), Sue Harrison, at her Glendale Wisconsin home. During this interview, Nell discusses World War II; the attack on Pearl Harbor; food and recipes; changes in technology...

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Jerold Fennell and Lorana Jinkerson

Friends Lorane Jinkerson (76) and Jerold "Jerry" Fennell (76) talk about hiking, backpacking, and their enduring love for the North Country Trail Association.

Nick Brothers interview with David Lyons

Talking with my good friend and roommate Nick Brothers. Talking about his adventurious and outdoorsy side. Touched upon family and personal life as well.

Making the Climb

My niece talked about her church youth trip spent hiking the Virginia Highlands Horsetrail.

Why I Hike

My dad, McCallie, talks about how he got into hiking, some of his favorite memories in nature, and why he loves being in nature.

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Scott Taylor and Nealy Ambron

One Small Step partners Scott Taylor (29) and Nealy Ambron (41) share a conversation about their time in the military. Scott also talks about his experience navigating his identity, questioning the beliefs he was raised with, and coming out to...

James talking to his father about his childhood and jobs.
December 1, 2019 App Interview

My interview was on December 2019 talking with my father about his childhood and previous experiences in Voorheesville New York. I asked about his childhood, jobs, interests and family. My father talked about previous jobs as well as his interests...

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Jose Leal and Monica Standage

Monica Standage (38) interviews her father Jose Leal (68) about his childhood in Guatemala City, his love of golf, and the time he ran away to Mexico for three months.

Whereever you go in life, bring matches
November 15, 2017 App Interview

A young man on the brink of adulthood (love, marriage, professional success) realizes that he is not invincible on a long, dangerous and unpredictable hike.

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Samuel Elzay and Sarah Elzay

Spouses, Sarah Elzay (35) and Samuel Elzay (37), share a conversation about how they first met, how their relationship developed, and the partnership they have formed together.

Ms Miller

Ms. Miller, Eighth grade history teacher