Washington Interscholastic Activities Association
Life lessons from a WIAA Hall of Fame Inductee:
1.) Its all about the kids (supporting, encouraging, listening).
2.) Surround yourself with highly capable and highly motivated people.
Harlan Kredit has dedicated a lifetime to advancing high school athletics in Northwest Washington, leaving an enduring legacy defined by leadership, integrity, and a steadfast commitment to student-athletes. Over decades of service as a teacher, coach, athletic director, WIAA Executive Board member, Harlan has shaped programs, mentored colleagues, and positively influenced countless students in and out of his community.
Park ranger Harlan Kredit reflects on his seasons in Yellowstone National Park
His goal as a Yellowstone ranger…“I want to talk with people about the importance of protecting this place…”
His most emotional moment in the park…“Tell the mother, we have found her child.”
His Yellowstone family…”Our three kids all grew up here and learned to swim on the shores of Yellowstone Lake.”
The fires of 1988…The fires of ’88 were a tough time for everybody…”
Wolves in Yellowstone…“The wolf reintroduction started out as a very controversial thing…”
Yellowstone’s international appeal… “One of the daily joys and challenges for me is helping the international visitors see and enjoy the park.”
A Ranger's Journal 