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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Hike-a-Thon: Meet Some of the Teams on Trail
Aug 18, 2016
Get inspired by a few of our amazing Hike-a-Thoners sharing stories about why they participate and what they hope to accomplish this month.
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Northwest Exposure: Tips from 2015 Photo Contest Winners
Aug 17, 2016
The 2016 Northwest Exposure Photo Contest is now open. Check out these tips from past winners before entering your shots.
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Take Action: Connecting Mount Baker and Bellingham with a New Trail System
Aug 17, 2016
The Department of Natural Resources needs your comments as it works to complete a multi-year planning process to manage recreation on its working forests.
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PHOTOS: On Washington Trails Day, Hikers Spoke Up for Trails
Aug 12, 2016
Saturday August 6, hikers across the state celebrated the third annual Washington Trails Day by getting outside and showing their support for increasing trail funding.
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Starparty: Where to Watch the Perseids Meteor Shower
Aug 10, 2016
The annual Perseids meteor shower will start peaking this week, sending streaks of fireballs through the night skies. We've compiled a list of great spots to watch, as well as some advice for a successful stargazing overnight.
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Get Ready for the 13th Annual Northwest Exposure Photo Contest
Aug 09, 2016
The 2016 photo contest will feature a new category and some incredible prizes to be won. Contest starts August 17!
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Are You Celebrating Washington Trails Day August 6?
Aug 05, 2016
For the third year in a row, Governor Inslee has officially declared August 6 Washington Trails Day to recognize the importance trails and public lands play in our lives and to ensure we can preserve them for the future.
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Then and Now: Kloshe Nanitch Lookout
Aug 04, 2016
Hikers love fire lookouts, but these structures require both maintenance and care to be preserved for the future.
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Head in the Clouds: A Weekend Volunteering at Green Mountain Lookout
Aug 02, 2016
This season, the popular Green Mountain Lookout is open on select days. Here's what it was like for the first round of volunteers who recently staffed it.
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Video: What Do Public Lands Mean to You?
Aug 01, 2016
A powerful new video from the Outdoor Alliance examines the value of public lands to our country, local communities and individual lives.
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Better Trails Coming to Spokane's Antoine Peak
Jul 31, 2016
WTA is expected to begin work on Antoine Peak trails soon, with work stretching into 2017 to improve this Spokane-area conservation area.
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Meet the Trail Community: Dog
Jul 28, 2016
Madigan's a 60-pound mutt who learned to love the outdoors and share trails with people and other pups. Now, his humans are learning how to take an older dog hiking.
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Farewell Karen!
Jul 28, 2016
All of us would like to wish Karen the best in her next adventure --retirement!
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An Uncertain Future for Enchanted Valley Chalet
Jul 26, 2016
Hikers and other outdoor enthusiasts are invited to share their opinion on four options for the structure.
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Olympic Hot Springs Road to Close for Repairs
Jul 22, 2016
Olympic Hot Springs Road will be closed from Monday, July 25 through early October for repairs due to storm damage last winter.
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Then and Now: Hike-a-Thon Over the Years
Jul 21, 2016
In 2004, just 18 super-star hikers logged 700 miles and raised more than $5,300 for trails. Last year, 289 participants hiked 11,178 miles and raised more than $121,000 for WTA's programs!
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New Youth Volunteer Vacation Trip! Pacific Crest Trail at Goodwin Meadows August 20-27
Jul 21, 2016
Finish your summer off right with a week in the beautiful William O. Douglas Wilderness. WTA has added an incredible late summer hiking, backpacking and trail maintenance opportunity to work on the Pacific Crest Trail. This trip is open to teens ages 15 to 18 with some previous trail maintenance experience.
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Weekend Closure: Middle Fork Snoqualmie River Road
Jul 18, 2016
The Middle Fork Snoqualmie River Road will be closed the weekend of July 23-24 at Mailbox Peak trailhead. This closure is required to construct a retaining wall above the river. The road between Valley Camp and the Mailbox Peak trailhead will be open to hikers from noon on Friday, July 22-noon on Monday, July 25.
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Pokémon Goes Outside: Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them
Jul 13, 2016
While playing a video game may seem incompatible with enjoying Washington's great outdoors, the massively popular game could be just a new way to enjoy time on our trails.
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Hike-a-Thon 101: Hike More This August!
Jul 13, 2016
Planning some exciting hikes for this summer? Turn those miles into dollars for your favorite trails with Hike-a-Thon!
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Cheers to the Next 50 Years of Trails!
Jul 12, 2016
Beer fans, rejoice, Washington Trails Tangerine Pale Ale will continue being brewed for the forseeable future. It is now available in beverage retailers across the state!
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