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Patience and Pragmatism: How One Man's Approach to Work Shaped Lives, Trails and WTA

Hikers all across Washington owe thanks to Alan Carter Mortimer, WTA’s field programs manager. Alan retired recently and while he's definitely not leaving the WTA community, we wanted to celebrate the work he's done in 15 years on staff and, before that, 11 years as a volunteer. By Anna Roth

Mount St. Helens & the Changing Story of Trails

After the 1980 eruption of Mount St. Helens, trail designers suddenly had a blank slate to work with. Here’s how they shaped the paths we walk today, both near the volcano and far beyond | by Steve Olson

Microadventures

Outdoor adventures aren’t just for weekends. Here’s how to get more trail time all week long | by Cassandra Overby

Hiking Solo

So you’re ready to embark on your first hike alone? Don’t lace up your boots quite yet. Make your first solo hiking experience the best it can be with our top 10 tips for hiking solo. From building your confidence to growing the right skills to having fun, you’ll be ready for the trail in no time. | by Cassandra Overby

Big Money: How Recreation is Driving Washington's Economic Landscape

From the highest peaks of the Cascades to the shimmering waters of Puget Sound, there is no doubt that residents of the Pacific Northwest love to spend time outdoors. All the time spent hitting the trails, slopes and waterways translates into big money for our state | by Lindsay Leffelman

35 Years After the Eruption: Living with the Legacy of Mount St. Helens

Geologist Carolyn Drieger narrowly avoided dying in the destructive blast of Mount St. Helens' eruption in 1980. Thirty-five years later she reflects back on the lessons and legacy in the years since | by Carolyn Driedger