Who Are We?

Wasatch Trails Foundation is operated by our full time executive director, volunteer board, trail crew, community partners, and countless volunteers.

Our Staff

Wasatch Trails Foundation, Executive Director Mia Yue standing with a mountain bike on a dirt path with scenic mountain landscape in the background.

Mia Yue

Executive Director

Originally from MN, Mia's love for the mountains drove her out west to Colorado Boulder for University. After college, she worked in the snowsports industry living in CO, New Zealand, Argentina, Park City, and now Heber, UT! In addition to snowsports management, Mia has leadership and operational experience in industries including, hospitality, retail, outfitting, and outdoor brand management. She spends her time mountain biking, hiking with her dog Remi, snowboarding, teaching yoga, and going on van adventures.

​Why Are You Passionate About Trails and Serving WTF?

"Having access to the outdoors through trails allows people to connect to themselves and others physically, mentally and emotionally. I am thrilled to call Heber Valley home and to have a positive impact on our overall well-being through building our trail network and our outdoor community.”

The Crew

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Eric Stritter

Trail Crew Foreman

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Justin Pyper

Trail Crew

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Galen Carter

Trail Crew

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Jonah Jibson

Trail Crew

Board of Directors

Advisory Board

  • A woman wearing a blue helmet and sunglasses, smiling, with a sleeveless blue shirt that reads 'Mountain Trails Foundation' against a mountainous backdrop, framed by a yellow circle.

    Lora Smith - Mountain Trails Executive Director

  • Man wearing a cap with mountains in the background.

    Jonathan Hunt - Wasatch Mountain State Park | Park Manager

  • Person hiking on a mountain trail, wearing sunglasses and a backpack, with greenery and mountains in the background.

    Kathy Donnell - Wasatch Mountain State Park | Park Ranger | Naturalist 

  • A man sitting outdoors with a black and white dog beside him, both smiling. The background shows trees and a rocky ground. The image is encircled by a yellow border.

    Don Taylor - Mountainland Association of Governments Regional Trail Planner Wasatch County

  • Person wearing sunglasses and a cap, sitting inside a construction vehicle with a view of mountains in the background.

    Ken McCarthy - Jordanelle Ridge Trail Manager | Builder 

Development Committee

  • Andrew Carey

  • Laura Schmucker

  • Rob Canfield

  • Sam Deaver

Join us for a group ride or hike, dig in and do some trail maintenance, or attend one of our awesome community events. Whether you want to plug into the WTF volunteer community, join the board, or just earn some more bragging rights on Strava, we'd love to have you along for the ride!

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Our Mission

The Wasatch Trails Foundation cultivates memorable experiences for our community through our three part mission - maintain and build a healthy trail system, connect our community, and be built to last.

Our Vision

Picture friends and family creating lasting memories in nature, and seasoned adventurers exploring majestic peaks; forging new bonds on a tapestry of trails weaving through breathtaking landscapes that connect our community. These pathways not only offer recreation but serve as conduits for community connections and cultivate shared memories. As stewards of the land, we connect people to nature helping to ensure the beauty of the Wasatch is preserved for future generations of adventurers. Through our unwavering dedication to our community and our trails we foster healthy living, fun, responsible recreation, and the enduring spirit and beauty of the mountains.