Preview These Awesome Backcountry Trips Now!

Get out your calendars -- WTA's backcountry trail maintenance trips are on the schedule and ready for your review. This season we're heading to incredible destinations all over the state, including several areas we've never visited before, like Horseshoe Basin and the Entiat, as well as some old favorites.

So take a few minutes and plan your summer of volunteering -- registration starts Feb. 3 at 10:00 a.m. sharp!

Volunteer Vacations

Take a weeklong vacation into the wild, enjoying the company of your fellow crew members, extraordinary views, and delectable cuisine, all while working to maintain trails we love all over our beautiful state.

Volunteers take a break on a sunny day at White Pass. Photo by Roxanne Eve.

>> Read up on our 2014 Volunteer Vacation opportunities.

Backcountry Response Teams (BCRTs)

Ready to step it up? Head out into the backcountry for three to eight days with a seasoned team of hikers and trail workers. You'll be responsible for packing in your own food and gear; we'll provide the camaraderie and great memories.

Work in the shadow of craggy mountains, surrounded by the beautiful flora of Washington state on a WTA BCRT. Photo by Pam McRae.

>> Read up on our 2014 BCRT opportunities.

Youth Volunteer Vacations - Scholarships Available

Are you eager to experience new challenges, learn new skills and meet new people? Join WTA's youth program to learn all about the world of building and maintaining hiking trails, experienced in a safe, teamwork-oriented environment in various locations across the state.

Youth volunteer vacations are a great way to meet new friends and get a great experience while giving back to trails. Photo by Austin Easter.

>> Read up on our 2014 Youth Volunteer Vacation opportunities.