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 Nora London
Branch Seattle
When did you first get involved with The Mountaineers? 2024
What youth programs do you participate in with The Mountaineers? After-School Programs
10 ESSENTIAL QUESTIONS:
Why do you participate in Mountaineers Youth Programs?
Because I want to have more confidence on climbing rocks and have something fun to do after school and it has done all of that.
What is your favorite Mountaineers memory?
Rappelling off The Mountaineers building's roof at Magnuson. I was a little scared, but everyone supported me and it was amazing!
What is your favorite outdoor activity and why?
Rock climbing and biking. Rock climbing is my favorite because you feel really connected to nature and it's exciting - you don't know what's going to happen next. Biking is my favorite because you're going through nature and you get to see everything.
If you could give one piece of advice to someone who wanted to spend more time outside, what would you say?
Be open-minded because the instructors know what they're doing and all they need from you is to try the activities, so really, that's not that much to ask, and if you do, it's amazing.
What have you learned at The Mountaineers that you have applied to other parts of your life?
That I can be brave and that I can trust the people supporting me.
LIGHTNING ROUND
Sunrise or sunset? Sunset
Favorite season? Spring
Gummy candy or chocolate bar? Chocolate bar
What’s your 11th essential? Dogs
What’s your favorite close-to-home adventure? Bike riding in the San Juan Islands
NOMINATE YOURSELF FOR MOUNTAINEER OF THE WEEK
Mountaineers come in all shapes and sizes, varying widely in age, outdoor experience, and length of time involved in The Mountaineers. Part of what makes our community so unique is the broad diversity of our membership, and we hope these weekly features highlight who we are and why our community plays an important part in feeling belonging in the outdoors. We are always seeking self-nominations for our Mountaineer of the Week, and we invite you to share your story. Trust us, we want to hear from you!
Want to nominate a friend? Email Bayley Stejer to make a recommendation.
