Adventure Speakers
UPCOMING EVENTS
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.
An Evening with David B. Williams and Mountaineers Books
Join us virtually for an in-depth conversation with Mountaineers Books author David B. Williams!
A Fabulous Thru Hike | Virtual Event with Derick Lugo
Join thru-hiker, Derick Lugo, as he recounts humorous stories and shares lessons and experiences from his 3,100 mile journey on the CDT. Hosted by Kula Academy
Walking the Wild: Backpack 900+ miles of the Hayduke Trail in Utah and 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 Utah and Arizona’s wild 900+mile Hayduke Trail with David Burdick
Where in the World Have You Been? Rafting the Colorado River with Diann Sheldon
Hiking and backpacking leader Diann Sheldon tells us about her experience whitewater (and calm-water) rafting on a multi-day trip down the Colorado River.
Nigel Foster Presentation: Polar Tides
Potluck followed by Nigel Foster presenting his trip in Labrador and surrounding area.
Pacific Harvest | Dinner & Presentation
Join Slow Food Seattle for the Wild Tide dinner.This immersive dinner brings together Chef Kären Jurgensen of Seattle Culinary Academy and Mountaineers Books author Jennifer Hahn, to explore the rich interconnection of our coastal ecosystems and cultures.
Wild in Seattle | David B. Williams in conversation with Lynne Peeples
Join David B. Williams, author of "Wild in Seattle: Stories at the Crossroads of People and Nature," in conversation with Lynne Peeples. Together, Williams and Peeples will explore what it means to notice, value, and protect the wildness woven through Seattle’s urban fabric—and how our everyday choices shape the places we call home. Hosted by Seward Park Audubon Center.
Farther: Thru-hiker Heather 'Anish' Anderson
Heather "Anish" Anderson, who has completed blisteringly fast thru-hikes of the Appalachian Trail, Pacific Crest Trail, and Continental Divide Trail, writes about backpacking these iconic locations. She'll join us to talk about her latest book, "Farther."
Heather Anderson | Virtual Author Presentation
Join Heather Anderson, the first woman to complete the Triple Crown in a year, for stories and a live Q&A with Kula Academy
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 South Whatcom Library.
BeWild Speaker Series: Thru-Hiking Fabulously & Farther With Derick Lugo & Heather Anderson
Join us for a lively, story-filled conversation with renowned thru-hikers Derick Lugo and Heather Anderson as they dive into their new Mountaineers Books titles, "A Fabulous Thru-Hike" and "Farther".
Find Your Flow Writing Retreat with Johanna Garton and Heather Anderson
Immerse yourself in your writing in this tranquil and supportive setting just steps from an undeveloped white sand beach on Costa Rica's Pacific coast.
Woodpecker | Paul Bannick at Wings Over Water
Join Paul Bannick for the 2026 Wings Over Water Northwest Birding Festival's keynote address. In this spellbinding presentation, Paul explores the often-secret lives of woodpeckers, capturing their charismatic behavior, vibrant displays, and sensitive habitats.
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.
Bikes & Brews Series - Bikepacking Disasters: Learn from Others' (my) Mistakes with Dave Reeck
For our last presentation of the season, join Dave Reeck to hear tales of 'adventure' and woe from 10 years of bikepacking in the U.S. and Canada - The Tour Divide, Oregon Outback, X-Washington Route, and more. "
Walking the Wild: Hike the Peaks of the Balkans trail across Albania, Kosovo and Montenegro, with Monique Cherrier and Ken Garrison
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 the stunning Peaks of the Balkans trail through the border country of Albania, Kosovo and Montenegro, presented by Mountaineers Monique Cherrier and Ken Garrison.
BeWild Speaker Series: Guardians of Life With Kiliii Yuyan
Details coming soon.
Bikes & Brews Series- Biketouring the Northern Tier route with Joyce Holloway
In the first of the 2026-2027 edition of Bikes and Brews come to hear from Joyce Holloway about her 2025 solo unsupported bike tour on the Northern Tier route from Bar Harbor Maine to Anacortes, Washington. Description: Join Joyce as she shares weather, bike and technology problems and people encounters that contribute to what made this a 49 day/4300 mile adventure across the US. She will share detail and invite questions for the curious or those interested in putting together their own tour.
Bikes & Brews Series- Bikepacking the Great Allegheny Passage and C&O Canal Towpath with Susan Fleenor and Lyssa Smith
Come and join us in November to hear Susan Fleenor and Lyssa Smith share their experience biking a unique route in the eastern U.S. combining the Great Allegheny Passage (GAP) and Chesapeake & Ohio (C&O) Towpath trails.