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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Adventure Run: Circumnavigating Glacier Peak in 35 Hours
Aug 13, 2015
On July 27, 2015, Luke Distelhorst and Ben Mayberry completed a circumnavigation of Glacier Peak in 35 hours, a trek that most hikers do as a multi-day backpacking trip. We talked with Luke to learn more about their incredible accomplishment.
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Northwest Exposure Photo Tips: Kristin Elwell Talks Inspiration, Alpenglow and What Makes a Great Shot
Aug 13, 2015
We talk photography tips with the 2013 Northwest Exposure Photo Contest grand prize winner, Kristin Elwell.
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Outdoor Community Discusses the Future of Recreation in Washington with DelBene, Murray
Aug 12, 2015
Nearly a dozen members of the outdoor recreation community met with Congresswoman Suzan DelBene and Senator Patty Murray to discuss the need to maintain Washington's natural heritage for the future.
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Northwest Exposure Photography Tips: Mukul Soman
Aug 07, 2015
Leading up to the Northwest Exposure Photo Contest we’ll be sitting down with some of last year’s winners to talk all things photography. First up, Mukul Soman, winner of the Flora and Fauna category.
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Want Alternative Transportation to Trailheads? Show Your Support for the Pilot Shuttle to Mount Si
Aug 06, 2015
This weekend, WTA is the sponsoring the hiker shuttle in Snoqualmie Valley. Take a hike to Little Si, Mount Si, and Teneriffe to show your support for alternative transportation options for hikers.
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Red Bluff BCRT: Saving Trails in Colville National Forest
Aug 05, 2015
Take a look at what a WTA volunteer crew can accomplish in four days! This 10-person crew replaced a worn-out bridge with a sturdy new turnpike on the Red Bluff Trail in the Colville National Forest.
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How Did Trails and Recreation Fare in the State Legislature this Year?
Aug 04, 2015
Hikers showed strong support this year during lobby day and WTA had a regular presence in Olympia all session. That work paid off! Legislators recognized the importance of trails.
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Wildfire Updates and Trail Closures: Lake Chelan Area
Aug 03, 2015
The latest news from Washington wildfires and related trail closures for the PCT and Lake Chelan areas.
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File a Trip Report from WTA's Updated Trailblazer Mobile App
Jul 29, 2015
An updated version of WTA's free mobile app now lets you file trip reports from your phone and syncs your saved hikes lists.
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A Week in the Woods: Volunteering in the Backcountry
Jul 29, 2015
Tasty food, good company, and the thrill of adventure are just a few of the reasons why a Volunteer Vacation is a great way to spend a week in some of the most beautiful locations in Washington helping repair trails.
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Two Kids, Three Months, 100 Miles of Backpacking: Part II
Jul 28, 2015
Lorelei Felchlin is an adventurous spirit, and she's fostering that same spirit in her kids by getting them outdoors as much as possible. Joey (9), Elissa (7), and Vivian (1) spend their time hiking, backpacking, rock climbing and caving, and now they have set a goal to backpack 100 miles this summer. WTA caught up with her to see how the project is going.
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Forest Service Requests Public Comments on Future of Ice Caves
Jul 27, 2015
Following the recent collapse at the Big Four Ice Caves that left one dead and five injured, officials are asking for public comments to help prevent future tragedies.
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Submit Your Comments on North Cascades Helicopter Landing Proposal
Jul 27, 2015
The U.S. Army has proposed several helicopter exercise sites in the North Cascades, some of which are in close proximity to popular hiking areas.
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Call Your Senators, Save Federal Trail Funding
Jul 23, 2015
The U.S. Senate is considering a piece of transportation legislation that has the potential to impact trails in a big way. Contact your senators and tell them what this funding means to Washington's hikers.
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Hike Your Own Hike, and Other Tips for Managing Risks on Trail
Jul 17, 2015
Summer is an amazing time to hike. Wildflowers are blooming, the weather is nice, and the views are stunning. But summer, like any season, comes with its own risks and knowing how to tackle adverse conditions will help keep you safe.
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Get Inspired on Instagram by Six Hikers We Follow
Jul 17, 2015
Looking for some photographic motivation? Look no further! These hikers take some of the best shots in Washington on Instagram.
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Hiking Converges with Literature in Poet-Laureate Hosted Walks
Jul 16, 2015
The landscape of the West has long inspired some of America's greatest poets. Follow in their foot steps with the Hike and Write program, where Washington State Poet Laureate Elizabeth Austin will host guided hikes followed by brief writing sessions.
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Land and Water Conservation Fund Protects Trail Experiences
Jul 14, 2015
One of the nation’s most important conservation program is at risk of expiring in September if Congress doesn’t act soon. Learn why it's critical for Washington’s trails.
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Improved Road Opens Access to Lookout Mountain
Jul 10, 2015
Completed maintenance on Lookout Mountain Road has opened access to the incredible views of Lookout Mountain Trail once again.
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Two New Knothead Views of the Little Spokane
Jul 08, 2015
In the last few years, WTA's trail maintenance volunteers have been working improving and expanding the extensive trail system at Riverside State Park outside Spokane. Volunteers broke ground on the new Knothead Trail in 2013. This spring, they completed work on a new section of the trail that takes hikers to two scenic viewpoints overlooking the Little Spokane River.
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Meet WTA’s Remarkable Volunteer Crew Leaders
Jul 08, 2015
WTA's assistant crew leaders are committed to keeping our volunteer community growing and thriving.
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