Let’s See What We Can Do, 2021
Before we get too far into the New Year, let’s reflect on the accomplishments of 2020. Specifically, on Norte’s advocacy efforts, which never stopped. […]
Jim and the Three Lapper
Norte’s Executive Director describes the joy of walking and talking with friends and mentors at the Grand Traverse Civic Center. I have […]
Action and Imagination to do Better
Norte is committed to continued hard work, persistence, and engagement to find solutions. As I reflect on 2020 and look towards the […]
How Can We Help?
Snow Falls, We Shovel. A short PSA from Norte. There’s one definite take away from this strange year. And it’s that […]
Together We Stand, Northern Michigan
Lauren Dake reflects on standing together as a community in Northern Michigan. This past weekend I enjoyed the first ski of […]
Great Coaches Needed for Growing Mountain Bike Program
Norte is planning its most ambitious spring season for 2021 and we’re looking for great coaches. This past fall, we took a […]
What’s next? Here’s the plan.
Norte responded to 2020 and the new challenges of the pandemic in innovative ways and deeper resolve to happy, healthy, strong. As […]
Join Team Orange: Now Hiring a Donor Relations Specialist
We’re hiring! Norte is seeking a Donor Relations Specialist to join Team Orange. The ideal candidate will be passionate about happy, healthy, […]
Welcome to Norte, Jill Sill
Jill Sill has Joined Team Orange as Norte’s Director of Operations Superstar Norte recently hired Jill Sill to fill the new position […]
#GivingTuesday, Meet #ThankyouWednesday
Few things are certain in 2020, but one thing remains constant—#GivingTuesday begets #ThankyouWednesday. I have a few thank yous to mention from […]
20 Reasons We’re Thankful
2020 certainly has had its trepidation, apprehension, and sadness. Yet, here we are, the day before Thanksgiving, full of gratitude. It’s wondrous how […]
Thank you for a Bountiful 2020 Cranksgiving
Thank you to all who participated in another triumphant Cranksgiving in Northern Michigan. We had over 50 teams from Suttons Bay, Traverse […]
The 2020 Norte Bike Library Report
HAPPY, HEALTHY, STRONG FOR EVERYONE One good thing out of 2020 is that we recognized the outdoors’ value more than ever before. […]
Everybody Vs Covid – Let’s Do This!
Everybody Vs Covid – Let’s Do This! Norte cares about health—your health, the health of kids, the health of communities, and we […]
A 2020 Update: Norte’s Bikes For All
Here’s a quick update on this challenging year. In 2020, we felt the cancellation of our Bikes For All–formerly The Amigos–programs. These are […]
Have 3 Minutes for More Happy, Healthy, Ready to Learn Kids in Northern Michigan?
Kids learning to move, and moving to learn is our goal. And including physical activity as part of ordinary life – like […]
A Big Deal for Happy, Healthy, Ready-to-Learn Kids
In 2016, leaders in the community came together to start planning something big. Around the table were representatives from the City of […]
Elk Rapids Update: Cranksgiving is Coming, Folks! 🌽
Cranksgiving Comes To Elk Rapids The leaves are falling. The sun is shining. Yet, there’s a briskness in the air to remind us that […]
“Eks-cuse Me, Bike Train Coming!”
The Eastern Elementary Bike Train – aka the EE-Train – rolls out every day, rain or shine, in Traverse City’s Oak Heights […]
Cranksgiving: Food and Fun on Two Wheels
Our Cranksgiving Presser: Norte invites Northern Michigan residents to form a team and sign up for this year’s Cranksgiving. The event combines […]
