PCTA Blog

Two join PCTA Board of Directors

The Pacific Crest Trail Association’s Board of Directors appointed two new members at its April meeting, broadening the expertise of those overseeing the work of the non-profit.

Tim McGuire is a longtime outdoor industry executive who lives in the Portland, Ore. area where he is a business unit director for ... Read more

Messenger Flat fire

Care is essential when dealing with fire in the backcountry.

Today’s Messenger Fire (mile 430) underscores the potential dangers associated with campfires in Southern California, even when camping in developed campgrounds with fire rings.

The National Weather Service issues red flag warnings when weather conditions make it more likely fires ... Read more

Sequoia National Forest and BLM announce fire restrictions for 2013

The Sequoia National Forest and Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Bakersfield Field Office announced fire restrictions effective May 1, prohibiting campfires along the Pacific Crest Trail from about 50 miles south of Walker Pass to about 15 miles north of Kennedy Meadows.

Campfires are always banned along the Southern ... Read more

2013 Photo Contest Winners

It’s that time of year again. We are pleased to release the results of our annual photo contest.

More than 600 photos were submitted this year in our first fully electronic contest. These photos will be used for years in our publications and advocacy materials to help PCTA protect, preserve ... Read more