Completion Patch:
Since 1970, the Albany-Schenectady Chapter of ADK has offered an award patch to those who complete the entire Northville-Placid Trail, either as one end-to-end trip, or by section. The patch is offered to both ADK members and non-members alike. You may apply for the award patch by completing a “Record of Trip” (available as a Word File.) and mailing it with $5.00 AND a stamped and self-addressed envelope to:
Albany-Schenectady Chapter of ADK
Attn: NP Trail Chair
PO Box 733
Schenectady, NY 12301-0733
Important Notes:
The end points of the NPT are the village of Northville (south), and Averyville Road in Lake Placid (north). This makes about 135 miles of actual walking. An average hiker should plan on 8-11 days on the trail. There is a road section through Piseco, which IS considered part of the present-day and traditional trail and MUST be walked to qualify for the patch.
This website has tons of useful information about planning your NPT hike, whether a through-hike, section hike, or just a small weekend hike. Be sure to explore the site and all of its resources to help plan your hike so you can fully enjoy the beauty of the NPT and earn your completion patch.