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Spring Membership Drive May 1 - 31
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Signpost Blog
Wild Sky Wilderness Act Signed by President
Introduced six years ago, the Wild Sky Wilderness Act has followed a rocky trail to the President's desk. Finally, hikers and conservation advocates can welcome our first new Wilderness area in 24 years. More blog posts: |
Families go hiking
Guided Hikes for Families
Hiking is a fantastic way to combine quality family time with exercise and exploration of the natural world. WTA's Families Go Hiking program helps get you and your kids out on the trail together with guided hikes and clinics for families. |
Hike of the Week
 Chelan Lakeshore
The Chelan Lakeshore Trail is one of the state's premiere spring backpacking destinations. Accessible as early as March and April most years, it's a beautiful trek that offers nearly constant views of sparkling Lake Chelan and the mountains rising from its west bank. Other Recent Hikes: |
spring hiking
 Great Desert Hikes
The desert steppe country of Eastern Washington is the place to hike in May. It offers abundant wildflowers, wetlands, birds, wildlife, canyons, cliffs and the mighty Columbia River. What's more, you can enjoy plenty of solitude as you wander and hike this region. |
Recent trip reportsWarning: Although it is April, it is still quite wintery in the mountains, with snow and avalanche conditions. Before heading out, call ranger stations and check avalanche danger on the Avalanche Hotline: 206-526-6677.
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Photo Gallery
Spring is a great time to view and photograph wildlife, especially in Eastern Washington where Ulrich Fritzsche snapped this burrowing owl. Check out our Spring Wildlife Hikes to have your own wildlife encounters. Volunteer Hours IN 2008
WTA volunteers have worked 13,429 hours maintaining Washington's trails so far in 2008! Thank you! |
