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 Olivia Gonzalez
Branch Olympia
When did you first get involved with The Mountaineers? 2022
What youth programs do you participate in with The Mountaineers? Mountaineers Adventure Club (MAC)
10 ESSENTIAL QUESTIONS:
how did you first get involved with the mountaineers?
My mom joined a program with The Mountaineers, then signed me up for a camp and I loved it.
Why do you participate in Mountaineers Youth Programs?
To learn more about the outdoors and free myself from worry.
What is your favorite Mountaineers memory?
When I went on the five-day summer trip to Mount Rainier. I felt alive as ever and will never forget the friends I made.
If you could give one piece of advice to someone who wanted to spend more time outside, what would you say?
Quit stressing about how people are going to take you. This community is one of my most trusted.
LIGHTNING ROUND
Sunrise or sunset? Sunset
Favorite season? Winter
Gummy candy or chocolate bar? Dark chocolate bar
What’s your favorite close-to-home adventure? Riding my bike or playing soccer
If you could have any superpower, what would it be? The power to heal, so I could help people
If you could be an expert in any outdoor activity overnight, what would it be? It would have to be mountain climbing as I am already advanced in other things
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.
