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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Hiker Deaths Prompt Caution

Jul 02, 2010

Two hiker deaths in as many weeks provide a sobering reminder to exercise caution while hiking trails.

White Chuck Road Closed

Jul 02, 2010

White Chuck Road Closed June 28 to Sept. 1, 2010.

Ready, set, Hike-a-Thon!

Jul 01, 2010

WTA’s 7th Annual Hike-a-Thon is now open and taking participants!

Where to Go this Weekend

Jun 30, 2010

How to maximize the sun and minimize the snow this 4th of July weekend.

DOUBLE your impact!

Jun 29, 2010

Snoqualmie Pass Interpretive Walks

Jun 28, 2010

Take a walk with a ranger on weekends this summer at Snoqualmie Pass.

Help Shape the Future of Our Trails

Jun 25, 2010

The Department of Interior is holding a series of listening sessions across the country. Seattle's listening session will be held on July 1 from 6:30 pm-9:00 pm at Franklin High School in Seattle.

The Great Outdoors Is Still Calling

Jun 23, 2010

TrailsFest is taking a hiatus this summer.

Remembering Ruth Ittner

Jun 22, 2010

Ruth Ittner passed away in early June, at age 92. I didn't know Ruth well--I'd only met her a few times--but I know her impact--on public lands, on her beloved Iron Goat Trail, and on the people she inspired to join her in her journey of political activism.

Sawtooth Logout a Success!

Jun 21, 2010

Working on ten different trails, the Sawtooth volunteer crew cleared a total of 27 miles! Approximately 70 trees were cross-cut (over 80 cuts made) and over 50 trees were cleared with hand-saws.

Road updates on the MBS

Jun 18, 2010

Two big pieces of road news that will affect hikers this summer: the Mount Baker-Snoqualmie is announcing closures of the Suiattle River Road (off the Mountain Loop Highway); and the Canyon Creek Road (off the Mt. Baker Highway).

Wenatchee River District plans to relocate Icicle Creek Road

Jun 16, 2010

The Wenatchee River Ranger District is in the process of planning to reopen the Icicle Road and restore access to trailheads and campgrounds by next spring.

Fireside Circle Members give in many ways

Jun 15, 2010

WTA's Fireside Circle Members spend a day helping reconstruct the Pratt River Connector Trail.

National Trails Day a Success!

Jun 09, 2010

Kicking off the "trail maintenance season" on National Trails Day, Washington Trails Association partners helped ensure a successful day of giving back.