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Mountains to Sound Greenway comes to life for Congressional staffers

Mountains to Sound Greenway comes to life for Congressional staffers

Congressional staffers joined us for a hike complete with incredible views of the Mountains to Sound Greenway. Our outing was a great opportunity for us to showcase one of the landscapes the staffers are working to protect.


From Kilimanjaro to Rainier

From Kilimanjaro to Rainier

Eight year-old Aisha and 5 year-old Anisah join their dad on their first hike to Camp Muir after years of hiking around the base of the mountain.


How To: Avoid Hazards Caused by Snow Melt

How To: Avoid Hazards Caused by Snow Melt

Boulder fields, creeks, waterways, and transitional boundaries between rock and snow are all susceptible to having thin, hazardous snow conditions. Learn how to navigate these when snow is rapidly melting.


Telluride Mountainfilm on Tour | Oct. 6 & 7, 2016

Telluride Mountainfilm on Tour | Oct. 6 & 7, 2016

The Telluride Mountainfilm on Tour will be visiting Seattle on October 6 and Olympia on October 7. The tour features documentary films exploring cultures, preserving environments, and promoting adventure.


Rep. DelBene Meets for Riverside Roundtable

Rep. DelBene Meets for Riverside Roundtable

Congresswoman DelBene met with outdoor recreation and conservation leaders for a hike and roundtable luncheon.


Be An Outdoor Ambassador: How To Implement Low-Impact Recreation Skills

Be An Outdoor Ambassador: How To Implement Low-Impact Recreation Skills

Use the skills in these videos to become an Outdoor Ambassador: someone who is mindful of your impact on our wild places, and who follows the ethics of leave no trace to preserve our outdoor playgrounds for generations to come.


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Rikki Hinz

The Mountaineers is a wonderful organization that affords people the agency to get outside in a meaningful way. I appreciate the weight placed on safety and skill building, and am continually impressed by the work of countless volunteers within The Mountaineers. The quality instruction and inspiration I receive from The Mountaineers motivates me to stay outside with them. "
Rikki Hinz
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