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We will build an outdoors movement

We are growing a broad and diverse movement that turns voices and passion into protected trails and public lands. Join us.

Over the next 5 years, WTA will lead a strong coalition of members and partners to ensure that maintaining public lands and trails is prioritized in state and federal planning.

    • An outdoor state
    • 90% of people in Washington recreate on public lands. Outdoor recreation contributes $26.5 billion to Washington state’s economy, reduces healthcare costs by $390 million per year and supports over 200,000 jobs in our state. (Source: Washington State Recreation and Conservation Plan, 2023)

We will bring together a wide array of people, communities and organizations to make sustainable access to trails and outdoor spaces a “must-have” in Washington state.unity to care for trails in our state’s most beautiful places.

We will: 

    • Inspire individual and collective action within our community
    • Double WTA membership and increase engagement to build
      community, connection and sustainability around trails and
      public lands
    • Bring together partners, including land managers, Tribal governments, outdoor organizations, community groups and businesses, to support Washington’s public lands for future generations

Get involved: 

As a WTA member your voice will be heard on important issues impacting Washington's trails. Your dollars will be put to work ensuring we have trails for everyone, forever. You will be invited to WTA community events and you'll receive a one-year subscription to Washington Trails magazine and Trail News newsletter. Learn about membership and the many ways to give.

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"We are creating opportunities for everyone who loves trails and the outdoors to come together to be a powerful voice for Washington’s beautiful landscapes. We are the strongest force for public lands when we speak together." — Jaime Loucky, CEO, Washington Trails Association
Hikers take in the summer view at Huntoon Point. Photo by Paul BrennanHikers take in the summer view at Huntoon Point. Photo by Paul Brennan