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South Sound Leadership Conference

Mar 21, 2026

Grow your leadership skills with other aspiring and experienced volunteers!
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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.

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Explore our Galaxies With Night Sky and Astronomy Course

Explore our Galaxies With Night Sky and Astronomy Course

Learn about the night sky and visual astronomy by registering for our Night Sky and Astronomy courses!

Mountaineer of the Week: Peter Hendrickson

Mountaineer of the Week: Peter Hendrickson

Meet Peter, whose idea of adventure is perpetual curiosity about the trail ahead, and who is inspired by his tough and curious co-leader and wife, Nancy.

Seattle Branch Seeking Board of Directors Representative

Seattle Branch Seeking Board of Directors Representative

The Seattle Branch is currently recruiting a Branch Board of Directors Representative. Learn more and consider filling this impactful and rewarding position.

Four Things You Need to Know About Roadless Areas

Four Things You Need to Know About Roadless Areas

The Roadless Rule protects some of your favorite backcountry forests and is at risk of being repealed. We answer four questions about Roadless Areas, sharing how they support Mountaineers programs and our communities, and why they need your voice.

Top 10 Trip Reports – February 2026

Top 10 Trip Reports – February 2026

Each month, we sort through all your trip reports, pick our favorites, and celebrate them here! Read on for top reports from February 2026.

Snowshoeing in Paradise: A Snowy Path to Kindred Spirits

Snowshoeing in Paradise: A Snowy Path to Kindred Spirits

In this feature from Mountaineer magazine, Mountaineers members embrace the wind and find joy in sharing a snowshoeing journey together.

Action Alert! Speak Up for WA State Recreation Lands

Action Alert! Speak Up for WA State Recreation Lands

Over the past two months, The Mountaineers and our partners have advocated for investments in Washington’s state parks and public lands. As a challenging legislative session comes to a close, we need your voice. Learn more about where our advocacy priorities stand and urge lawmakers to maintain investments in public lands in the 2026 state budget.

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The magic of The Mountaineers is that we are all peers teaching and learning together. I try to balance being both a learner and an instructor, so participants know we're all on the same team. I hope that approach helps others feel comfortable and included."

Kelsey Hoffman
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