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Volunteering made easy

Learn 4 things that keep people from volunteering — and what we’re doing about it. By Loren Drummond

Good gaiters, happy feet

All year long, a pair of gaiters can make your hiking a lot more comfortable. By Sandra Saathoff

How to hit more trails with help from WTA

Looking for added motivation, tips and tricks to hike more? We have the resources for you. By Allie Tripp

How WTA’s Outdoor Leadership Training helped one teacher finally get outside with her students

Sara Ullmer led 24 outdoor trips with students from 2015-2019. Learn how WTA's Outdoor Leadership Training helped her get kids outside. By Krista Dooley

How do Forest Service roads signs work?

The U.S. Forest Service uses a variety of trail and road signs. Check out our guide on what they mean and how they help us get outside. By Jessi Loerch

Hiker's guide to backpacking chairs

Take a seat and learn everything you need to know about which hiking chair is right for you. By Sandra Saathoff

What’s in a park? Reshape the way you think of greenspaces

Your local park and national parks aren’t as different as you might think. By Joe Gonzalez

How to pick the right hiking socks for you

Happy feet, happy hiker. The right hiking socks can make a huge difference to your day on trail. (And your time chilling in camp.) Here’s some tips to help you find a pair that works for you. By Sandra Saathoff

How one volunteer is building solutions that help keep WTA's programs running

For 18 years, John Mackenzie has been using his carpentry skills to support WTA's work, including our trailwork and Outdoor Leadership Training programs.| By Anna Roth

How Denice Rochelle and the Bronze Chapter Champion Diversity

I grew up in the outdoors — and I started The Bronze Chapter because I want more people of color to have that opportunity. By Denice Rochelle

Volunteering with WTA helped me explore new places and make new friends

Volunteering with WTA isn't just a way to give back to trails. For one volunteer, it is an opportunity to build community. By Kathy McLean

Four Hot Drink Ideas for Winter Hikes

Feeling chilly? Warm-up with these hot drink hacks. By Jessi Loerch