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Nature photography coach's new passion Feb 28, 2011 The Kitsap Sun
Carbon River Road being transformed Feb 28, 2011 The Kitsap Sun
Will budget crunch close Mount Si and Tiger Mountain trails? Feb 23, 2011 Seattle PI
Evans Creek Preserve could open this summer Feb 23, 2011 Sammamish
State proposes paving a stretch of the Middle Fork Snoqualmie Road Feb 16, 2011 SnoValley Star
Hikers: We’ll pay to use state lands Feb 09, 2011 Seattle PI
Hikers Plan Lobby Day to Keep State Parks Open Feb 08, 2011 Spokesman Review
Trail enthusiasts remain on guard Jan 24, 2011 The Kitsap Sun
Repairs to allow access to trails in Glacier Peak area Jan 12, 2011 Everett Herald
Many unknowns in merging Wash outdoor agencies Jan 07, 2011 Seattle Times
Volunteers Dig Out New Badger Mountain Trail Mar 08, 2010 Tri-City Herald
Get in Shape and Fix Some Trails With Volunteer Work Party Mar 01, 2010 Kitsap Sun: Here’s a great way to get into shape for summer hiking and backpacking: join a Washington Trails Association volunteer work party.
Edgewood photog honored in magazine contest Jan 28, 2010 Fife Free Press: On the verge of retirement, Edgewood photographer Jeff Goulden has re-sparked an interest in one of his favorite pastimes.
KUOW's The Conversation: Pay–to–Hike? Jan 26, 2010 KUOW National Public Radio: The Department of Natural Resources could close popular trails at Mt. Si, Little Si, Rattlesnake Lake and elsewhere around the state as soon as this spring without additional funding.
EDITORIAL: Budget cuts shouldn't slash access to DNR trails Jan 19, 2010 The Olympian: Depending on budget decisions in the state Legislature, Washington residents and out-of-state visitors could lose access to these recreational resources as soon as spring. What a misfortune that would be.
Budget woes could close Mount Si and other state trails Jan 11, 2010 The Seattle Times: More than 20 Washington trails and campgrounds operated by the state Department of Natural Resources would close in March under Gov. Chris Gregoire's supplemental budget, including the popular Mount Si and Little Si trails in King County.
John Wayne Trail would close under proposed state budget cuts Jan 11, 2010 Yakima Herald-Republic: The John Wayne Pioneer Trail and Indian Camp Campground northwest of Cle Elum could close this spring as the state Department of Natural Resources figures out how best to deal with the loss of some $278,000 from its budget.
Lawmakers eye $5 car-tab fee to keep state parks open Mar 30, 2009 The Seattle Times: A $5 fee tacked on to your annual vehicle-license registration is the latest idea being floated to help save state parks from closure due to deep budget cuts. Jonathan Guzzo, advocacy director for the Washington Trails Association, supports the idea of opt-out fees.
Doing Good, but Spending Less Money Mar 22, 2009 The Chicago Sun Times: You could pay a lot of money for the privilege of donating your labor to a worthy cause somewhere around the world on a volunteer vacation. Or you could just throw your sleeping bag in the car, drive to a nearby park, and for as little as $150, spend a week in the wilderness rebuilding trails with other nature lovers.
National scenic status sought for Pacific Northwest Trail Feb 16, 2009 The Seattle Times: Spots like this one on the Pacific Northwest Trail, perched high above Chuckanut Drive outside Alger, Skagit County, are what make this one of the most scenic trails in the world. Long one of the state's better kept secrets, the Pacific Northwest Trail may soon join the ranks of the country's premier hiking trails, as a National Scenic Trail.
Five no-snow hikes you can enjoy in February Feb 05, 2009 The Seattle Times
Hikers Should Prepare Aug 29, 2008 Seattle Times: The Washington Trails Association is recommending that with more autumnlike weather in the forecast, it behooves hikers to take extra precautions.
Volunteers Keep Forest Trails Open Aug 15, 2008 The Centralia Chronicle: We are in danger of losing our trails, and that would be a shame.
Wildlife officials seek to raise Washington hunting age Aug 13, 2008 The Associated Press: Hiking groups believe it was just a matter of time before a close call became a fatal accident.
Volunteer Vacation Involves Work, But Not the Office Kind Aug 11, 2008 Kitsap Sun: It was a hot day on the South Fork Skokomish Trail, and the women had been working for six hours. Still, they chatted and even laughed as they worked. This was a summer vacation, after all.
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.

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