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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

Urban Trails Become Winter Wonderlands

Suggestions for finding hikes near you, even in the dark, wet winter months. By Craig Romano

2023 Northwest Exposure Photo Contest Winners

Explore the joy and beauty of Washington's trails, as captured by photographers across the state.

Why Hiking Is Good for People and the Outdoors

Studies have shown that being outside and experiencing the natural world is good for our health. Trails help us get there -- which is exactly why we need to advocate for them. By Michael DeCramer

10 years of Latino Outdoors — Building Diversity in the Outdoor Community

Diversity is good for the people who love to get outside and for the natural world we care about. By Luis Villa

How QPOC Hikers and Community Gearbox are Helping Hikers Get Outside

Two hikers who want to make the outdoors more accessible are working together to get the right gear into more people’s hands. By Jessi Loerch

Trails Built for Our Kid: Why Accessible Trails Matter

Wheelchair accessible hiking allows us to share reverence for the natural world as a family. By Krista Hanson

Celebrating 30 Years of WTA Trail Maintenance — and Looking to the Future

WTA’s trail maintenance program has evolved over the years, but continues to focus on the values of community originally envisioned by its founders. | By Anna Roth

It’s the People You Meet on the Trail!

Some of my most memorable and joyous occasions on the trail have involved unexpected human encounters. By Craig Romano

Getting Closer to Nature with Your Photography

In a world of dramatic peaks and vast forests, it can be challenging to examine the little things. Level-up your macro photography with these tips and tricks. By Doug Diekema