South Sound Leadership Conference
Mar 21, 2026
Join us for a day of professional development for current and aspiring volunteer leaders. All are welcome!
Equity & Belonging
At The Mountaineers, we aspire to offer outdoor opportunities for all, and are committed to building a community where everyone feels belonging. Learn more on our Equity & Belonging page.
Latest Updates from the Blog
Mountaineer of the Week: Lucy Pick
Meet Lucy, a Mountaineers hike leader whose 11th essential is a camera and who is inspired by progress, both big and small.
Funding Secured for Seattle Program Center Heat Pump Project
We’re excited to share an exciting development in our work to convert the Seattle Program Center to a net zero carbon emissions facility. With a recent grant award from Puget Sound Energy, we now have the necessary funding to transition from the SPC’s gas-powered furnace to energy-efficient heat pumps, a huge step toward making the Program Center more environmentally friendly.
Learn to Sail This Spring!
Enjoy Washington's waters with our Seattle Basic Crewing and Sailing course, starting March 31.
Impact Giving | How Collaboration Amplifies Adventure With Purpose
In this piece from Mountaineer magazine, read how collaborations with our corporate partners like Carter Subaru, Black Diamond, and Ghostfish Brewing Company support our strategic plan.
Top 10 Trip Reports - January 2026
Each month, we sort through all your trip reports, pick our favorites, and celebrate them here! Read on for top reports from January 2026.
Registration is Open for the Basic Sea Kayaking Course
Join us to explore the waters of Washington in the Basic Sea Kayaking course with our Everett, Olympia, Seattle, and Tacoma Branches!
Seattle Banff 2026 Recap
Enjoy highlights from the 2026 Banff Mountain Film Festival at Benaroya Hall in Seattle, and get tickets for the upcoming screenings in Olympia.
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