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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Watch List: Diversity and Inclusion in Our Wild Spaces
Sep 02, 2015
Two videos on our watch list this month talk diversity and inclusion in our wild places.
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Getting First-Timers Into the Wild (and a Chili Recipe)
Sep 01, 2015
WTA's Gear Library helps get first-timers gain access to gear and know-how to experience the outdoors.
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Wildfire Updates: New Closures and Alternative Hiking Options
Aug 27, 2015
August has been a difficult month for firefighters in Washington, as wildfires have spread rapidly on the eastern side of the state. Get the latest info on trail closures and where you can go to avoid the smoke.
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Snowall BCRT: We're Gonna Need a Bigger Saw
Aug 27, 2015
Thirteen miles, four days, eight volunteers and more trees across a trail than you could count.
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Photos: Helping Trails Has Never Looked So Good
Aug 27, 2015
Every August, WTA hosts Hike-a-Thon, the annual fundraising event for Washington Trails Association. Hikers put in hundreds of miles this year, raising thousands of dollars in the name of the trails they love.
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Three Hammocks and a Pack Raft
Aug 26, 2015
We reviewed some of the summer's best hammocks and rafts so you can pick the right one for your outing.
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Leave No Trace Workshops at Mount St. Helens
Aug 26, 2015
The Mount St. Helens National Volcanic Monument is hosting the award-winning Subaru/Leave No Trace team to inspire stewardship and promote Leave No Trace ethics.
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Will Hike for Catnip: Paddington the Hiking Cat
Aug 24, 2015
You've heard of hiking with dogs, but how about a cat? Paddy is turning heads on the trail with his feline grace and calm demeanor.
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My 2,500 Mile Journey to Build Trails
Aug 24, 2015
Youth volunteer Elizabeth Hopmann traveled from Texas to participate in two youth volunteer vacations this summer. Read her perspective of the experience.
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Easy Alpine Highs for Recouping or Rewarding Little Ones
Aug 21, 2015
Here are a few easy hikes guaranteed to deliver inspiring alpine splendor with a minimum of effort or stress on an injury.
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Refresh Your Trail Menu: Expedition Espresso, Biscuits & Gravy
Aug 21, 2015
Looking for an alternative to the classic peanut butter and jelly? These meals will leave you fueled and full!
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2015 Northwest Exposure Photo Contest Kick-Off
Aug 17, 2015
It's the day you've all been waiting for! Submit your photos to any or all of the five categories we're featuring this year for a chance to win amazing prizes and be featured in our annual calendar.
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Fire Update: New Blazes, Evacuations, Closures
Aug 15, 2015
Fire conditions can change quickly and hikers are advised to do their research before hitting the trail.
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Glacier Outburst Triggers Floods, Closes Westside Rd. and Trails
Aug 15, 2015
On Aug. 13, a glacial outburst on the South Tahoma Glacier triggered a series of small debris flows along Tahoma Creek. The Westside Road and area trails are closed to hikers while the park assesses damage.
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Hike-a-Thon Trip Report Roundup
Aug 14, 2015
We gathered some of the best Hike-a-Thon trip reports and pictures from the first half of August. Consider giving to their Hike-a-Thon teams to help them reach their fundraising goals!
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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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