Signpost Blog
"This little newsletter has been an experiment so far, testing a hunch I've had that such a means of communication among walkers is needed." — Signpost magazine, 1966.
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Oct. 25: Help Plan the Future of Recreation, Trails in the Teanaway Community Forest
Oct 19, 2016
The Washington departments of Natural Resources and Fish and Wildlife (DNR and DFW) are inviting outdoors enthusiasts to help plan the future of recreation in the Teanaway Community Forest.
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Highlights from Washington State Trails Conference
Oct 19, 2016
The 2016 Trails Conference was abuzz with talk of transit and tech, as well as engaging the next generation.
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Your Support Needed to Reopen Critical Access to Trails on Index-Galena Road
Oct 17, 2016
After a decade-long closure, hikers could see access restored to the Index-Galena Road, a critically important access point to popular trails like Cady Ridge, Heybrook Lookout, and many more.
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Road to Artist Point Closed for the Winter Season
Oct 17, 2016
With fresh snow falling near Mount Baker over the weekend, the road to Artist Point is officially closed for the season.
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D.C. Update: House Passes Bill to Increase Volunteer Maintenance on Forest Trails
Oct 14, 2016
The National Forest System Trails Stewardship Act could increase volunteerism to maintain 157,000 miles of trails across the nation.
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Serious Storm Forecast: What Washington Hikers Need to Know
Oct 12, 2016
With high winds and heavy rains predicted across the state, hikers should check forecasts and consider their plans carefully before heading out.
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Lost Trails Found: Creating a Sustainable Future for the North Fork Sullivan Trail
Oct 10, 2016
Strong partnerships, trail funding and a lot of hard work in the field means brings one trail in the Salmo-Priest Wilderness come back from the brink.
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Meet the Trail Community: Girl Scouts
Oct 10, 2016
The Girl Scouts empower young women to become people of courage, confidence and character. Anishka Kanjilal and Elena Boyle are two such girls, learning about the importance of nature, trails, and our place in the world.
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Meet the Trail Community: Environmental Educator
Oct 05, 2016
Khavin Debbs has loved being in nature since he was a boy. Now, as an educator with Seattle-based outdoor preschool Tiny Trees, he's helping spark that love in the next generation.
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Then and Now: Hike Planning
Sep 30, 2016
Planning and preparing for a hike was a little different 50 years ago. See how things have changed since the internet has taken over.
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The Wonderland Trail: Mission Accomplished
Sep 29, 2016
After 10 years, a family of five achieves their goal of completing Mount Rainier’s Wonderland Trail together.
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Hikers Gather to Celebrate Trails
Sep 26, 2016
Thanks to the nearly 600 people who gathered at Snoqualmie Point Park for our 50th Anniversary Celebration!
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Does Your Company Pay You to Volunteer?
Sep 20, 2016
Apple employee and enthusiastic volunteer Aaron Peabody frequently joins WTA work parties. But his employer increases his impact -- they give WTA a financial donation for the hours Aaron spends with us on trail. Does yours?
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Two Conferences to Talk Trails, Health, Equity and Transportation
Sep 19, 2016
Leaders from around the state will be converging on two terrific trail conferences to untangle the challenges faced by trails, and chart a way into the future
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Outdoor Leadership Training: Backpacking
Sep 15, 2016
Getting teachers and youth program coordinators out into the wilderness was a milestone in rounding out the suite of WTA learning experiences (including hiking, snowshoeing and camping workshops) available to schools and community organizations that want to increase access to the outdoors for the youth they serve.
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A Family Quest to the Hike 7 Trails Built by WTA in the Southwest
Sep 15, 2016
Ryan Ojerio, WTA's Southwest Regional Manager, set out with his kids to hike the 7 new trails built by WTA volunteers in one month. Here's their story.
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Sharing the Trails and Staying Safe in Hunting Season
Sep 14, 2016
To help hikers be safe during hunting season and understand some of our trail neighbors, WTA reached out to Kittitas Field and Stream to get their tips on how hikers can share trails with hunters.
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Meet the Trail Community: Equestrian
Sep 14, 2016
Horses have provided Kathy Young, president of Back Country Horsemen of Washington, the opportunity to immerse herself in nature all her life. Hear what spurred her connection to trails.
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Volunteer in the High Desert and Camp Amid Coulees
Sep 14, 2016
Join WTA this fall at Snow Mountain Ranch near Yakima or along the Candy Point Trail near Coulee Dam.
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Then and Now: Washington's Receding Glaciers
Sep 14, 2016
Washington's glaciers were first explored and studied over 100 years ago. How many of them will be around in another century?
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Graves Creek Road Repairs Start in Olympic National Park
Sep 14, 2016
Road repairs will limit all access to trails like Graves Creek and the Enchanted Valley Chalet during late September and early October.
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