Adventure Speakers
UPCOMING EVENTS
Urban Trails: Vancouver, BC | Book Talk
Join Craig Romano, author of "Urban Trails: Vancouver, BC," for a discussion of the best opportunities for getting outside in Vancouver. Hosted by the Sultan Library.
Bikes & Brews Series- Bikepacking the Fat Pursuit winter ultra fat bike race with Emma Agosta and Brian Starlin
So you think you want to go bikepacking in the snow? Maybe in January in Idaho in -9F? Then the Fat Camp run by Jay Petervary and the Fat Pursuit race may be just what you need to hear about! Come hear Emma Agosta and Brian Starlin sharing lessons and tragicomic stories from their Fat Pursuit ultra winter bikepacking race attempt last January 2025.
Woodpecker | Book Talk
Join author and wildlife photographer Paul Bannick for a presentation on the subject of his new book "Woodpecker: A Year in the Life of North American Woodpeckers." Hosted by the Redmond Library.
Seattle Branch Book Club: A Year In Paradise
Get ready for the winter season with the in-person return of the Book Club (debuted online during the pandemic). We'll meet for discussion and potluck dessert.
100 Classic Hikes: Oregon with Eli Boschetto
Join Oregon Wild in welcoming Eli Boschetto, author of "100 Classic Hikes: Oregon," for a webcast all about Oregon's diverse landscapes and trails.
Walking the Wild: Hiking the Pembrokeshire Coastal Trail
Join us for a fascinating evening with Mike Kretzler as he shares his trip to Wales, where he led a group of mountaineers on the 186 mile trail. You’ll see spectacular photos from the trail, and get information about lodging along the way as well as information on about how you can plan for a trip on the Pembrokeshire trail.
Beta and Brews: Finally Tackling the PCT
So many of us have that quiet thought that turns into a full on existential shout about once per year: I should hike the PCT. Well Tim Egan listened to that thought and he went out and did it! Join us for an evening of beta and brews while Tim recaps his adventure.
Adventure Speaker Series: Carolyn Driedger, New views of Mount Rainier
The Olympia Mountaineers Adventure Speaker Series is a popular community event that takes place on the first Wednesday of each month from November to March. Every month features a new speaker and a new adventure. Join us and get inspired for YOUR next adventure. Public is invited to attend.
Bikes & Brews Series- Surviving a Cougar Attack. Five friends on a routine gravel ride encounter the unthinkable with Keri Bergere, Annie Bilotta and Aune Tietz
January's edition of Bikes & Brews features an incredible story of bravery and survival. 5 women are out on a gravel ride on a well-known route on a beautiful winter day. The most unlikely and unimaginable encounter turns into a 45 min fight for life and death with a cougar. The bravery, resoucefulness and resilience of the women saves the life of Keri and bonds them for life. The Mountaineers are honored to hear their story directly for the first time. Keri, Annie and Aune will also share many lessons learned about how to prevent and protect themselves from dangerous wildlife encounters.
Where in the World Have You Been? Antarctica Travels with Rick and Sue Little
Global adventurers Rick and Sue Little describe how they planned a trip to Antarctica.
Adventure Speaker Series: Bob Kandiko, Turkey
The Olympia Mountaineers Adventure Speaker Series is a popular community event that takes place on the first Wednesday of each month from November to March. Every month features a new speaker and a new adventure. Join us and get inspired for YOUR next adventure. Public is invited to attend.
BeWild Speaker Series: Mastering Ice & Mixed Climbing with Will Gadd
Join us for a riveting evening celebrating the release of the 2nd edition of Ice & Mixed Climbing with world-renowned climber and Mountaineers Books author Will Gadd!
Where in the World Have You Been? Rafting the Colorado River
Diann Sheldon tells us about her experience whitewater (and calm-water) rafting on a multi-day trip down the Colorado River.
Bikes and Brews Series: Cycling Sardinia: A 15-Day Tour of Roads, Passes, and Villages
Join us in February to hear stories and see stunning images by Raja Hamid and Leah Breen recounting their 300 mile-long bike tour across Sardinia in spring 2025.
Walking the Wild: Backpack the Heyduke Trail in Arizona with David Burdick
Our Walking the Wild series features extraordinary adventures on foot in the wilds of the world by Mountaineers members. In this event, join a journey in pictures along Arizona's wild Heyduke trail with David Burdick.
Nigel Foster Presentation: Polar Tides
Potluck followed by Nigel Foster presenting his trip in Labrador and surrounding area.
Bikes & Brews Series- Bikepacking Newfoundland T'railway with Philip Ouellette
Join us in March for this fabulous presentation on the Newfoundland T'Railway. Philip Ouellette will share route information, photos and stories from his bikepacking trip on the Newfoundland T’Railway”, a 550 mile route that crosses the scenic open country of Newfoundland from east to west along an unpaved railbed. The route takes you through a stunning mix of often damp, open, and expansive terrain, as well as vibrant urban cities, on the journey between Channel-Port aux Basques and St. John’s.
Where in the World Have You Been? Hiking Adventures in Scotland
Marilyn Thompson, Don Thompson, and Lisa McPeak describe their separate trips and recent routes in Scotland, suggesting various ways of planning a Highlands or Lowlands excursion.