IATC COVID-19 Update: July
Recently, Issaquah Alps Trails Club leadership has been getting many questions about when we will resume leading hikes and hosting events. We truly appreciate the support demonstrated during the past six months and we too are itching to get back to the trails with our community. That being said, the Trails Club is committed to first and foremost ensuring the health and safety of our members. At a board meeting this week, Issaquah Alps Trails Club leadership came together to decide exactly what that will look like going forward.
Here are the steps we are taking to prioritize public health and safety for our members:
We will not be hosting any in-person hikes or events through the end of 2020.
We understand this may come as a disappointment. We too love coming together as a community. That being said, our amazing events and communications committees are working hard to find ways to get together virtually. Stay tuned for updates on virtual events on our Facebook page.
We have joined the #RecreateResponsibly coalition and will continue to support this effort.
The Recreate Responsibly coalition is a collection of organizations, including many of our partners, committed to ensuring public health and safety in the outdoors during this public health crisis. They offer guidance on how to stay safe while enjoying your favorite trails, recreation areas, and open spaces. Learn more about their recommendations here or on our website.
We want to support the amazing community that supports us.
We want to stay connected with our members in every way possible to alleviate some of the isolation we are experiencing, and continue to work towards our mission even though we can’t physically come together. We are looking for more ways to create virtual volunteering opportunities, virtual events, and keep our members updated on what they can do to advocate for our public lands now. Please join us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram or visit our website to contact us online. Thank you for your continued support!
Conservation Work Continues:
While we are not able to hold events we still are working to connect and protect the Issaquah Alps for future generations. We encourage people to learn about the current efforts and join in.