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.
______________________________________________________
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.
Read More
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!
Read More
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?
Read More
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
Read More
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.
Read More
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.
Read More
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.
Read More
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.
Read More
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.
Read More
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?
Read More
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.
Read More
Meet the Trail Community: Politician
Sep 13, 2016
As the Policy Advisor for Outdoor Recreation and Economic Development, Jon Snyder is tasked with evaluating the role Washington’s outdoor recreation industry plays in bolstering the state’s economy as a whole.
Read More
Interview with Bill Sunderland and Alyssa Kreider
Sep 08, 2016
We sat down with, long-time supporters Bill Sunderland and Alyssa Kreider, to learn more about their history with WTA and what inspired them to contribute to the Greg Ball Trail Fund.
Read More
Meet the Trail Community: Outdoor Technologist
Sep 02, 2016
What role does outdoor technology have in protecting trails or building community? Ryan Branciforte of Trailhead Labs talks about the future of trails, maps, apps and tech.
Read More
Help Bats On Your Next Hike
Aug 30, 2016
White-nose syndrome has killed millions of bats in North America so far. Help reduce the impact of this disease on your next hike.
Read More
Washington Trails Association Seeks Next Executive Director
Aug 26, 2016
WTA is hiring a new Executive Director. Learn more and help spread the word.
Read More
How Trail Funding Works: Addressing Maintenance Backlogs on the 100th Birthday of the National Park Service
Aug 25, 2016
August 25 is the 100th birthday of the National Park Service and, though they didn't ask for a present, there is something you can do today to keep parks strong for the next century.
Read More
Mount St. Helens: When a Mountain Moves Into Your Heart
Aug 25, 2016
WTA staffer Layla Farahbakhsh has fallen in love with Mount St. Helens during her summer exploring it and working on trails. Read her story, and join her on an upcoming workparty.
Read More
Video: The Power of Community and Hike-a-Thon at Access Living
Aug 24, 2016
Hike-A-Thon has opened up a whole new community for 20 individuals receiving services and several staff at Access Living. The staff created a short video to capture their excitement about trails.
Read More
Statewide Burn Ban and Campfire Restrictions
Aug 19, 2016
As hot, dry weather increases the chance for a spark to ignite wildfires, land management agencies and counties across the state have issued burn bans.
Read More
Then and Now: Trail Food
Aug 19, 2016
Backpacking meals have evolved considerably from the early days of canned meats and heavy ingredients. See how they've changed in the last 50 years.
Read More