Just two weeks later his trail introduction was reinforced when he saw an article in the paper about forming a new local chapter of the NCTA, and the first activity was a hike. Next, Ed and Nan came to the chapter's start-up meeting, and he was quickly thrust into the role of Treasurer. When the chapter took on the daunting task of building a 600-foot boardwalk in their first year of existence, Ed was one of the mainstays of the organizational and construction crews. The project was completed on time and Ed is pleased to have been able to put in many hours toward reaching that goal. He and Nan are always eager to bring the family along.
Trails are a tremendous way for young people to see nature.
Ed was raised on a farm, was a Boy Scout, and has always loved being outdoors. Trails give us a way to get closer to nature, and that's a way to get closer to God where He can share with us. Ed has a goal to hike all of the NCT in Michigan. He has dreams of forming mobile work teams to help other chapters. If you've never visited the NCTA office in downtown Grand Rapids it may be difficult to visualize the amount of activity which is packed into one small space.