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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Outdoors Enthusiasts Seek Protection for Blanchard Mountain
Feb 02, 2016
Hikers have an opportunity to let legislators know they care about forest lands in Whatcom County.
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Snowshoeing, Backpacking Workshops New to Outdoor Training Program in 2016
Feb 02, 2016
The WTA Outdoor Leadership Training program has expanded its offerings in 2016 to include backpacking and snowshoe workshops.
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Show Support for Two Trail Projects Along I-90
Feb 02, 2016
The U.S. Forest Service has proposed two new trail projects within the Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest on the Talapus Lake Trail and near Dirty Harry's Peak.
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Help Plan Coastal Conservation, Recreation on Feb. 4
Jan 29, 2016
Hikers can attend a South Bend meeting to help Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife plan for the future of recreation.
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Don't Miss a Shot of Summer in Downtown Seattle
Jan 28, 2016
Nestled in Seattle's Westlake Park is Blue Sky Passage, an art installation functioning as a reprieve from the gray skies of winter.
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Bus Hiking App Developer Shares Seattle Transit Hiking Tips
Jan 26, 2016
The creator of an app to use public transit for hiking shares his tips for planning and hiking using buses.
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WTA Selected to Receive Grant from Boeing
Jan 26, 2016
WTA will receive $40,000 each year for two years to develop and expand our trail volunteer program from a significant grant provided by the Boeing Company.
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2016 Legislative Priorities: Teanaway Community Forest, Trail Funding
Jan 25, 2016
This years’ legislative session in Olympia may be short, but hikers still have an opportunity to support investment in our public lands.
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Meet Your Very First Recreation Advisor to the Governor, Fresh from Spokane
Jan 25, 2016
A Spokane resident and outdoor magazine founder has been appointed the first ever Outdoor Recreation and Economic Development Policy Advisor to Governor Inslee.
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Jim Springberg: 1,000 Work Parties and Counting
Jan 21, 2016
WTA welcomes Jim Springberg to the Golden Rock Bar Club. These folks have given 1,000 days of volunteer work to trails.
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New Look to Celebrate WTA's 50th Anniversary
Jan 15, 2016
Washington Trails Association is celebrating 50 years of protecting trails. To mark our golden anniversary, we’re unveiling a new logo.
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Winter Elixirs and Insulated Bottles to Hold in the Heat
Jan 12, 2016
When you craft a tasty concoction, you'll need a bottle to keep it warm. Keep your winter beverages and soups piping hot when the temperatures drop.
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Reports Show Roads Maintenance, Funding Challenges for National Forest
Jan 11, 2016
WTA, along with over 20 other recreation groups and the Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest have released reports illustrating public use of roads to forest trails.
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2015 Northwest Exposure Photo Contest Winners
Jan 08, 2016
The 2015 Northwest Exposure Photo Contest showed us some of the best photos we've seen in the 13 years the contest has been running.
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In Memory of Doug Walker, Longtime Champion for Trails
Jan 01, 2016
Washington’s outdoors lost a longtime advocate with the recent passing of WTA member and passionate advocate, Doug Walker of Seattle.
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25 First Day Hikes for the New Year
Dec 29, 2015
Get the new year off to a good start with one of these great hikes in State Parks
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Holiday Fun: Easygoing Adventures for Everyone
Dec 15, 2015
Take your visiting relatives on a hike, your kids on a beginning snowshoe or plan a trip to the coast to watch the big surf.
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Youth Ambassador Program Doubles in 2015
Dec 11, 2015
Twenty-four incredible students, WTA's Youth Ambassadors, recently spent a weekend at a leadership summit preparing to become the youth voices of WTA in the year ahead.
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Stay Warm On Winter Work Parties
Dec 10, 2015
From how to sign up to what to wear, get our tips on dressing for fun during our winter work parties.
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Congress Passes Trails-Friendly Transportation Package
Dec 09, 2015
December 4, President Obama signed a transportation bill into law providing $85 million for trails nationwide over the next 5 years.
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16 Twitter Handles for Road and Weather Information
Dec 09, 2015
For the latest news on road closures, storm warnings and safety tips, check out this list of Twitter accounts for hikers to follow.
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