The Mountaineers
Each week we bring you a personal story from one of our members. For our member profile this week we talked to...
Name: Matt Mallet
Hometown: Boston, MA
Member since: 2022
Occupation: Principal Engineer
Favorite activities: Hiking, biking, skiing, or running (depends on the season)
10 ESSENTIAL QUESTIONS:
WHAT FIRST BROUGHT YOU TO THE MOUNTAINEERS?
I was new to Seattle and heard it was the mountaineering organization.
WHAT’S YOUR FAVORITE MOUNTAINEERS MEMORY?
My favorite memory is climbing Del Campo peak.
What does adventure mean to you?
Adventure means not knowing how it is all going to turn out. I like to leave some things to figure out on the trail.
WHAT INSPIRES YOU TO DONATE TO THE MOUntAINEERS?
I prefer to give locally and support the community.
Lightning Round
Sunrise or sunset? Sunset
Smile or game face? "Mountain" face
What's your favorite close-to-home outdoor activity? Running a loop around Green Lake
What's your 11th Essential? Bandana
What's next on your bucket list? The Swiss Alps
If you could be adept at any outdoor activity overnight, what would it be? Telemark skiing
