Washington Trails Association began in 1966 as Signpost, a grassroots magazine where trail lovers in the Northwest could share their backcountry adventures and trail conditions. Now in our 60th year, we’re still publishing Washington Trails Magazine to bring you stories from trails statewide. Donate $20 or more by Feb. 18 to get three seasonal magazines this year — including our spring edition this March: give.wta.org/magazine #NonProfit #Magazine #Washington | Washington Trails Association

On this January's Washington Trails News Update, learn about the impact of staffing cuts to national forests, celebrate the winners of WTA’s 2025 photo contest and discover what’s at stake in this year’s state legislative session. | Washington Trails Association

WTA’s backcountry volunteer trip schedule is now available to preview!⁠ ⁠ Backcountry volunteer crews steward trails in some of Washington's most beautiful locations. Volunteers on these multi-day will camp, have fun and connect with nature and fellow volunteers.⁠ ⁠ Registration opens Feb. 21 at 10 a.m. P.T. Visit our link in bio to learn more about our backcountry trips and how you can sign up next week. ⁠https: www.wta.org/get-involved/volunteer/preparing-for-wta-backcountry-trips ⛰️⚒️⁠ ⁠ 📸 M

There’s no Wi-Fi on trail, but the connection’s much better. Thanks for watching our live stream 💚 | Washington Trails Association

It is with great pleasure that we share the winners of our 2025 Northwest Exposure Photo Contest 📸 🎉 From mountaintops to pebbly beaches, we’re endlessly inspired by the beautiful memories you’ve shared with us. Check out the winners and their stories at go.wta.org/NWX25 Our deepest thanks to everyone who submitted photos to last year’s contest. Your photo submissions and stories are immeasurably valuable to our work at WTA. Stay tuned for when our 2026 Northwest Exposure Photo Contest opens a