Olympia Branch
Branch News
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.
Adventure Speaker Series: Bob Kandiko - Turkey
The Olympia Mountaineers Adventure Speaker Series is a popular community event that takes place on the first Wednesday of each month from November to March. Join us for our next event with Bob Kandiko as he shares his adventures in Turkey.
Kicking off BeWild 2026: Will Gadd on Ice, Risk, & Responsibility
In anticipation of his BeWild Speaker Series presentation, enjoy a preview of the 2nd edition of "Ice & Mixed Climbing" by Will Gadd.
Action Alert! Thank Your Lawmakers for Passing Full-Year Public Lands Funding
After months of advocacy by the outdoor community, Congress has passed a funding bill for public lands and the agencies that care for them. These funds will protect staffing levels and help land managers keep trails maintained, visitor centers open, and critical conservation programs up and running. Thank your representatives to reinforce this progress and keep momentum moving forward.