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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Getting to Work at Catherine Creek

May 07, 2012

The past two weekends, Washington Trails Association kicked off the first of what promises to be many trail work parties at Catherine Creek in the Columbia River Gorge Scenic Area.

Lauren's Legacy

May 03, 2012

After nine years as WTA's Communications and Outreach Director Lauren Braden is leaving to focus on the work that she most loves: communications and digital strategy, along with travel writing. Without a doubt, Lauren is leaving her mark on WTA. From the day of her arrival in 2003, she has transformed WTA's presence and reach in the hiking community.

Midnight Deadline to GiveBIG for Trails

May 01, 2012

Washington Trails Wants You!

Apr 28, 2012

How to contribute stories and photography to Washington Trails magazine.

Backpacking for the Marmots

Apr 25, 2012

Get up close and personal with your marmot friends. Olympic National Park is looking for volunteers to help study marmot populations in the park this summer.

North Bend Trail Warning

Apr 24, 2012

Chasing Sun on Desert Hikes

Apr 23, 2012

Photographing Silky Waterfalls this Spring

Apr 20, 2012

Get your camera off the "auto" setting, dial down your shutter speed and capture smooth silky images of waterfalls.

Last Chance To Comment On Suiattle Repairs!

Apr 19, 2012

If you haven't commented on the Suiattle River Road Repair Environmental Assessment (EA), now is the time! The closing date for comments is tomorrow, and if you care about this area you should make sure your voice is heard.

Next Week is National Park Week

Apr 17, 2012

In recognition of National Park Week, all national parks across the country are waiving entrance fees from Saturday, April 21 through Sunday, April 29. That's nine days of free entry to Mount Rainier National Park and Olympic National Park.

Keep Your Gear Dry Too

Apr 14, 2012

Washington Trails gear team review of dry bags, pack covers, and water-repellant accessories from Sea To Summit, Exped, SealLine and Nikwax.

GiveBIG to Trails on May 2nd!

Apr 11, 2012

GiveBIG - REAL BIG - to WTA through The Seattle Foundation's GiveBIG match campaign from 12am to 11:59pm on May 2nd!

Become a WTA Ambassador

Apr 10, 2012

Do you love talking with people about hiking? Want to help others discover the joy of volunteering on trail? Consider becoming a WTA outreach volunteer!

Take to the Islands

Apr 09, 2012

Great hiking beckons us to the shimmering islands of Puget Sound in spring. WTA features eight hikes on eight islands in the Sound.

The Grand Ridge ribbon is cut

Apr 07, 2012

After 11 years of working at Grand Ridge, WTA volunteers hiked the entire trail. At the end of the hike, King County held a ribbon-cutting ceremony, marking the official completion of Grand Ridge.

Car Camping: Reservations Required

Apr 05, 2012

WTA demystifies the various car campground reservation systems in Washington state.

An $18,872 Tribute to the Trails!

Apr 04, 2012

The Tribute for Trails 2012 calendar raised nearly $19,000 for Washington Trails Association.

Beach Clean Up April 21

Apr 02, 2012

April 21 is the annual Washington Coast Cleanup Day.

Discover Pass: Now Transferable

Mar 30, 2012

Today, Governor Gregoire signed HB 2373, which makes the Discover Pass transferable between two vehicles. An emergency clause in the legislation makes it take effect immediately and makes it retroactive. It also creates a new $50 universally transferable pass.

Whole Foods Market Westlake Supports WTA on April 3rd!

Mar 30, 2012

Give Back to Trails on April 3rd by Shopping at Whole Foods Market Westlake for WTA's Community 5% Day!

Federal Judge Orders Removal Of Green Mountain Lookout

Mar 29, 2012

On March 27, Federal District Judge John Coughenor ordered that the recently restored Green Mountain Lookout be removed.