Trip report corner: Decades of hikes and stories

Trip reporters Bob and Barb have been sharing their stories and helping other hikers for decades. Their first trip report on wta.org is from Dungeness River in 2005, and they wrote a few back in the Signpost days — even winning two WTA photography awards. Now in their mid-80s, they’ve written more than 1,400 trip reports and continue to explore the state together and report back on trail conditions. 

In the spring, Bob and Barb love to report on wildflowers, and include gorgeous photos like the ones above from a trip to Maryhill State Park earlier this year.

Capturing photos of trails isn't just great for sharing info with other hikers — it's a way to chronicle your journeys. Photos by Bob and Barb

“One of the reasons I enjoy writing reports is because it is a ‘diary’ for us,” Barb said. “I enjoy reading reports for the photos and info on conditions of trail, flowers or fall colors seen and new ideas for places to go.”

We love following their adventures, and so many of us have drawn inspiration from their trip reports. Thanks for your dedication, Bob and Barb! 

To enjoy more beautiful images and trip reports, or to write your own, go to wta.org/tripreports