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Learn about Heidi Strickler, a passionate advocate for environmental stewardship who has made significant contributions to preserving trail systems and public lands, ensuring these spaces remain protected for future generations.

Learn about Will Hoover, a passionate geologist and IATC supporter, who’s contributed to conservation efforts through geology hikes, trail mapping, and advocating for land stewardship and Indigenous knowledge.

Congratulations to our photo contest winner Wendy Harrington!

This Giving Tuesday, join us in celebrating the Issaquah Alps and receive a trails club tee!

To engage more of the Issaquah Community in the Forest Health Watch program, the Issaquah Alps Trails Club invited Joey Hulbert to give a virtual presentation and subsequent hike. A group of about 15 local residents joined Joey on Tradition Plateau to learn more about the iNaturalist app and how to identify Cedar trees that are potentially suffering from dieback.

Contest Rules: Now through December 7th- Send your images to contact@issauquahalps.org or tag us on social media using the hashtag #IssaquahAlpsPhotoContest

Save Coal Creek is a group of residents of Bellevue and neighboring communities, Issaquah Alps hikers and trailrunners, local history buffs and nature lovers who want to see the former Milt Swanson property turned into a public park.

We need your support now- Please donate to the Save Coal Creek fund** HERE Or make out a check to the Issaquah Alps Trails Club with “SAVE COAL CREEK” in the memo.

This fund will be used to help cover research, attorney fees, and technical fees that arise as our efforts continue.

This month, the People for Climate Action Issaquah sent a survey to Issaquah City Council Candidates and King County Council Candidates requesting more detailed information about their positions on climate, sustainability, and Issaquah’s future.

The Issaquah Alps Trails Club returned to Salmon Days this year, excited to see members of the community again in person, and the turnout did not disappoint.

Eastside Audubon Society, Save Coal Creek, and the People for Climate Action Bellevue came together this month to host a forum for Bellevue City Council Candidates.