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Take a Hike - Jul 15, 2008 - KUOW WEEKDAY

WTA's Andrew Engelson a guest on KUOW's WEEKDAY program

Take a hike -- but be prepared - Jul 07, 2008 - USA Today

USA TODAY - "Hiking provides just what a lot of modern families are looking for," says Lauren Braden, spokeswoman for the Washington Trails Association in Seattle.

Many Northwest trails still need extensive work, funds - Jul 05, 2008 - Everett Herald

Wild fires. Wash outs. Slides. Lack of funding. Neglect. All those factors contribute to losing trails or access to trails in this state.

Loowit Trail makes Endangered List - Jul 03, 2008 - The Columbian

THE COLUMBIAN - Loowit trail No. 216, the loop around Mount St. Helens severely damaged by flooding two years ago, has made the Washington Trails Association’s list of the state’s endangered trails.

Mailbox Peak: Aptly named, great views, but the climb is no speedy delivery - Jun 26, 2008 - The Seattle Times

 

Taking Babes into the Woods - Jun 04, 2008 - Seattle PI

WTA hike series can be a first step to a lifelong path.

In Our View: Hit, or Fix, the Trail - Jun 03, 2008 - The Columbian

 

Association activities encourage families to get hiking - May 21, 2008 - The News Tribune

The Washington Trails Association will host a series of family hiking activities this summer through its Families Go Hiking program.

As temperatures rise, so does risk of avalanche - May 16, 2008 - The Seattle Times

Just as the weather finally heats up for the weekend, mountain-pass highways in Washington could be forced to close because of avalanches.

Winter hazards still lurk in mountains and rivers, officials warn - May 15, 2008 - The Everett Herald

Snowmelt will raise the risk for avalanches and cause rivers to run fast and cold, they say.

Planning to begin for Cape Horn trail route - May 06, 2008 - The Columbian

Susan Saul of the Washington Trails Association said her group is eager to help the Forest Service by providing volunteer labor to do trail construction at Cape Horn.

'Green' teams stay true to Earth Day's roots - Apr 22, 2008 - USA Today

Earth Day celebrants fixed trails, picked up trash and talked recycling at parks, workplaces and schools across the nation Tuesday, the 38th anniversary of the environmental holiday.

Mailbox Peak Feeling the Pressure - Apr 09, 2008 - Snoqualmie Valley Record

Damp April weather didn't stop a crew of two dozen volunteers from helping to give one of the Puget Sound area's most challenging day hikes, Mailbox Peak near North Bend, a long-overdue facelift on Friday, April 4.

End of winter doesn’t mean end of snow dangers - Apr 03, 2008 - The Bellingham Herald

Preparation still key before heading out on trails

Fixing up the Trail — Washington Trails Association looking for volunteers to repair NCW trails - Mar 03, 2008 - Wenatchee World

Lively conversation around a crackling campfire by night. A week of exercise in the great outdoors by day. Not a bad way to volunteer.

With first signs of spring appearing, it's a good time to get outside - Feb 25, 2008 - The Olympian

If you enjoy your walks, why not try a weeklong volunteer vacation with the Washington Trails Association? Some of the work parties are for experienced, very-fit hikers, but others are less challenging and a great way to see new parts of our world.

Boeing Helps Park Restoration - Feb 13, 2008 - Tacoma News Tribune

The WTA will use $25,000 of the funds to station a crew leader at the park for the season. The crew leader will lead three trail repair work parties each week throughout the spring and summer to survey and repair damage.

Snow going: Preparation can help avert disaster - Dec 18, 2007 - Seattle PI

Allison Woods, gear editor of Washington Trails magazine, is right on when she says, "The most important piece of safety equipment you need for winter travel is your brain." Unfortunately, too many hikers are not using their noggin when it comes to safely recreating in the outdoors, especially in winter.

Walking into Wonderland - Guide to Winter Hikes - Nov 08, 2007 - Tacoma News Tribune

If you are a fair weather hiker, you are missing half the fun.

Like hiking, state and national parks? Then do something about it! - Nov 07, 2007 - The Daily - Dawg Blog

One word: volunteers. That's right, fellow hikers who love the trails and want to keep them strong are out there working all year round.

Hundreds donate time to projects - Oct 28, 2007 - The Bellingham Herald

Make a Difference Day celebrates volunteer work

Volunteers Hit Trail - Oct 06, 2007 - Vancouver Columbian

WTA leads 200 Outdoor Industry Association conference attendees on trail-building effort in Vancouver Heights neighborhood.