Washington Trails Association
Joseph Gonzalez is an accomplished Digital Content Coordinator at the Washington Trails Association, where responsibilities include managing social media platforms, creating digital content, and implementing outreach strategies. Joseph's diverse experience includes blogging for Mr. Overhill, writing for The Trek, and working as a Custom Travel Consultant at MT Sobek, where Joseph designed itineraries and managed vendor relationships. With a strong background in customer service and sales from REI Adventures and Trader Joe's, Joseph has also completed multiple long-distance hikes, including the Continental Divide Trail, Appalachian Trail, and Arizona Trail, demonstrating a deep commitment to outdoor adventure and exploration. Joseph holds a Bachelor's degree in Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication from San Jose State University.
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.