Washington Trails Association
Erin McQuin has a diverse professional background with significant experience in management and education. As the OLT Manager at the Washington Trails Association since September 2021, Erin previously held the position of OLT Senior Coordinator. Prior roles include serving as Before and After School Enrichment Supervisor and Adventure Camp Assistant Coordinator at Whatcom Family YMCA, and Lead Preschool Teacher at Skagit Valley Family YMCA. Erin's varied experience also encompasses several positions at the YMCA of Snohomish County, including Interim Preschool Lead and Camp Counselor, as well as program support roles at Western Washington University, where Erin managed academic archives and assisted faculty. Erin's early work included a range of roles in customer service and maintenance, contributing to a well-rounded skill set. Erin earned a Bachelor of Arts in Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies from Western Washington University in 2017.
Washington Trails Association
Washington Trails Association has a 50 year legacy of engaging the hiking community. WTA enhances hiking experiences in Washington by empowering a diverse and growing community of hikers to explore, steward and protect trails and public lands. WTA is the nation’s largest state-based hiking advocacy and trail maintenance organization, with more than 27,000 members, thousands of volunteers each year, and an online community of more than 500,000. WTA’s annual budget is approximately $8 million. We believe that hiking has a positive impact on people’s hearts and minds and want to ensure that there are trails for everyone, forever.