Vienna Christensen
As a volunteer-led organization, supporting and empowering outdoor leaders is at the heart of all that we do. The Mountaineers annual Leadership Conferences are an incredible way to learn from and make meaningful connections with current and aspiring outdoor leaders from across Western Washington and beyond. Whether you’re a seasoned leader or just starting to dip your toes into the outdoors, our leadership conferences will be relevant to you.
South Sound Leadership Conference (SSLC)
March 21, 2026
8am-3pm
The Tacoma Program Center
We have an incredible lineup of new and returning speakers presenting on vital leadership topics. You can view our current line-up of presenters for the South Sound Leadership Conference or check out our current list of South Sound Leadership Conference breakout sessions.
Our series of interactive sessions will explore the many facets of leadership through two tracks:
- Tactical Decisions: Delve into strategies and best practices for identifying, assessing, and mitigating risks through expert insights.
- Sustainable Impact: Discover more about the public lands and wildlife that we enjoy and how to learn from and protect them.
Attendees are welcome to stick to one track or mix and match.
The program will take place at the Tacoma Program Center from 8am-3pm. Registration includes coffee and tea service, free pastries, all-day snacks, and a catered lunch.
see schedule here.
We are also excited to announce that all conference attendees will be receiving a free Mountaineers camp mug from Miir!
WHY YOU SHOULD attend THE South Sound Leadership Conference
- Incredible presenters
- Great networking opportunities
- Free lunch
- Complimentary Miir camp mug
- Gear giveaways
- All day snacks and coffee provided
Learn more
For nearly a decade, The Mountaineers has hosted an annual Leadership Conference to support and empower our volunteers. We also host regular training as part of our Leadership Development Series. Check out all of our past learnings, including access to many of the course materials, in the Leadership Development Series archive.
Register for one or more of this year’s Leadership Development Series sessions.
