Foothills Branch
Branch News
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.
Foothills Branch Seeks New Branch Chair
The Foothills Branch is seeking a new Branch Chair-Elect. Learn more about this position and apply today!
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.
Coexisting with Wildlife Through Wildlife-Smart Recreation Practices
Winter is a great time to learn more about wildlife-smart recreation practices for your outdoor trips. Whether you’re enjoying a close-to-home hike or venturing deep in the backcountry, reflections and tips from our recent Leadership Development Series seminar will help you lessen your impact on wildlife and their habitat while recreating on public lands.
How To: Go on Your First Mountaineers Hike
Joining a day hike is one of the best ways to get involved in your Mountaineers community. From navigating the website to showing up at the trailhead, these tips will help you hit the trail with us in no time.
Take the 2026 Stewardship Challenge!
Giving back to our public lands through participation in on-the-ground stewardship is a great way to deepen your connection to - and care for - the natural world. This year, stewardship leaders from across our branches encourage you to take the annual Stewardship Challenge by participating in at least six hours of trailwork or another stewardship activity.