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Washington Trails Association is a nonprofit organization that protects and maintains our hiking trails. Join us!
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Joined February 2009
WTA is sunsetting our activity on X to focus on platforms that better align with our values & priorities. Stay connected with us on Facebook, Instagram, Threads and at See you there…and on trail! 🥾🌲🏔️
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Before the winter of '18-'19, we paused all work parties in Eastern WA mid-Nov thru mid-March 🥶 Then, crew leader Jane Baker offered to lead some snowshoe work parties — & there was plenty of interest! Learn bout our winter trail work in Eastern WA:
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@MontiMont The trail is open as of now. Please keep in mind the trail ends at the bottom of an avalanche chute, so take proper precautions. You can read more about the trail here:
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Washington state's legislative session is a key opportunity for trail advocates to speak up in support of trails as legislators work to prioritize funding and policies for the state. Read about WTA's top priorities for the 2024 session & stay in the loop:
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For Haylee Darby, what started as a community service project with WTA grew into a career of stewardship & trail work. Along the way she lead trail projects & made life-changing connections. Read Haylee's story & learn about the trail volunteer community:
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This week's Hiker Headlines are here! Mount Rainier timed reservations, WTA is hiring, trail closures & more:
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In 2022, @WDFW created a 10-year recreation strategy to preserve ecosystems & improve outdoor experiences for the public. Over a year later, WDFW continues to make changes — like temporarily closing parts of the Methow to protect wintering mule deer:
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"Let's get it percolatin', while you're flailin', cuz this trail's icy" 🎶 Headed to trail this weekend? Conditions are slick this time of year, so be sure to pack some extra traction before you go ➡️ Learn which traction devices are best for your plans:
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.@MountRainierNPS recently announced that reservations will be required for entrance to the park for most vehicles driving through the Nisqually, Stevens Canyon and White River entrances during the spring and summer of 2024. Here's what you need to know:
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Hikers of Southwest Washington: join us for a night of talking trails! 🥾 When: Feb. 21, 5:30-7 p.m. 🍻 Where: Heathen Brewing - Feral Public House 1109 Washington St, Vancouver, WA 98660 Click the link to register — see you there!
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Hoping to visit your favorite national park destinations this winter? Don't forget to plan ahead! That's exactly what trip reporter Chasingsunsets did on their recent visit to Hurricane Ridge for this #TripReportTuesday. 🌀 Get your winter adventuring on:
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We've helped community leaders get outside with youth and families through our Outdoor Leadership Training program for over a decade. That's over 18,000 experiences! Learn how we leverage training, gear and funding to connect youth with the outdoors 🌳:
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Big news: our 2023 Northwest Exposure photo contest winners have been announced! We're highlighting the 3rd place winner of the Trailscapes category for the month of January. Check out the other winners from our 2023 photo contest:
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RT @OlympicNP: The independent investigation into the origin and cause of the fire that destroyed the Hurricane Ridge Day Lodge on May 7, 2…
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RT @SnoqualmiePass: Here is your morning updated: ➡️Avalanche control done @ 4:30 a.m. ➡️Chains required except AWD/4WD ➡️Snow transitions…
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@WilfordTB We encourage all hikers to abide by the laws of the governing agency which manages any land they're entering. Firearms and weapons are not permitted at any WTA programs.
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For more information about the new entry system, please see Mount Rainier's website:
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