Company Profile
Washington Trails Association
Company Overview
Washington Trails Association (WTA) is the voice for hikers in Washington state. We protect hiking trails and wild lands, take volunteers out to maintain trails, and promote hiking as a healthy, fun way to explore the outdoors.
We believe:
* That exploring nature is good for people’s hearts, minds and bodies, and that hiking is a powerful way for everyone to connect with Washington’s natural wonders.
* That people will protect the places they love to hike, from local parks to remote wilderness.
* It is vitally important for everyone to have the opportunity to access the outdoors, and we are committed to reducing barriers to hiking trails and lands.
Notable Accomplishments / Recognition
In 2017, over 5,000 volunteers contributed 160,000 hours building and maintaining hiking trails with WTA.
WTA rallied over 44,000 activists to shape recreation policy in Washington state.
WTA's Outdoor Leadership Training program empowers teachers and youth with training and resources to lead safe and fun outdoor adventures. In 2017, OLT supported over 80 outings for 2,000 participants.
WTA's online community has contributed more than 100,000 updates on trail conditions (trip reports) to our hiking guide. The hiking guide details directions to and descriptions for over 2,000 trails and destinations in Washington.