Q&A: How to become a steward of the land in Washington state
By Quincy Koch | June 4Have you heard of the WTA? No, not the Women's Tennis Association or the Whatcom Transportation Authority. This WTA stands for the Washington Trail Association.
Quincy Koch (she/her) is an opinion writer for The Front this quarter. She is a third-year student at Western, majoring in communication studies and minoring in journalism public relations. She loves spending time with friends, singing and adventuring outside. You can reach her at quincykoch.thefront@gmail.com.
Have you heard of the WTA? No, not the Women's Tennis Association or the Whatcom Transportation Authority. This WTA stands for the Washington Trail Association.
Outdoor recreation can connect us to our environment and promote health and wellness, but outdoor activities are often financially inaccessible.
The Orion bar has been a go-to spot for a night out in Bellingham since it opened in 2017. In December 2023, the bar opened a large, hidden room in the back of the building, creating a new spot that has only grown in attraction: the Odd Fellows Temple Room.
One single blood donation can save up to three lives, according to the National Institutes of Health. Western Washington University will host a blood drive on April 15 and 16 in Viking Union room 565. Those interested can make an appointment online or try for a same-day appointment if available.