Events
In addition to courses and activities, The Mountaineers hosts a wide array of events ranging from outdoor film screenings to adventure speaker series to social get togethers. Join us!
UPCOMING EVENTS
Freeze Dried Food Tasting Potluck
Potluck style event where we will cook, taste, and review various freeze-dried backpacking meals together.
Seattle Field Guide | Author Talk & Guided Walk
Seattle Public Library welcomes nature writers Kathryn True and Maria Dolan to the Central Library for a conversation about their new book Seattle Field Guide: Explore Nature in the City, a guide to 38 outdoor adventures across the greater Seattle area.
State of the Organization 2026
Join Mountaineers Staff and Leadership for an update on The Mountaineers and how we are progressing towards our strategic goals.
Seattle Field Guide | Author Talk
Vashon Bird Alliance welcomes nature writers Kathryn True and Maria Dolan to the Vashon Land Trust Bldg for a conversation about their new book Seattle Field Guide: Explore Nature in the City, a guide to 38 outdoor adventures across the greater Seattle area.
Meet The Mountaineers Info Session - May 13, 2026
For new and potential members looking to learn more about what The Mountaineers has to offer.
Introduction to Extended Backpacking
For backpackers with experience on shorter trips, this evening seminar helps to bridge the gap between weekend trips of 2-3 nights and longer trips of 5-8 nights, including how to prepare and pack gear, clothing, and food. Experienced long-trip backpackers will share their experience and show you how they pack for various long trips around the Northwest.
Seattle Field Guide | Author Talk & Guided Hike
Seward Park Audubon Center welcomes nature writers Kathryn True and Maria Dolan to their store for a conversation about their new book Seattle Field Guide: Explore Nature in the City, a guide to 38 outdoor adventures across the greater Seattle area.
Spring Gear Grab
Join us to buy and sell outdoor gear while supporting The Mountaineers mission!
Seattle Field Guide | Author Talk
The Burke Museum welcomes nature writers Kathryn True and Maria Dolan for a conversation about their new book Seattle Field Guide: Explore Nature in the City, a guide to 38 outdoor adventures across the greater Seattle area.
Open Climb Night
Join fellow Mountaineers and guests for an evening of top-rope climbing. This session focuses on community and skill-sharing, utilizing our indoor facilities with the possibility of moving outdoors if the weather permits.
Glacier Climbing & Crevasse Rescue with Ian Nicholson
Join Ian Nicholson, IFMGA guide and author of "Glacier Climbing & Crevasse Rescue: Essential Skills for Snow Travel", for a free clinic detailing important glacier climbing and crevasse rescue techniques.
BeWild Speaker Series: Guardians of Life With Kiliii Yüyan
Details coming soon.
Seattle Field Guide | Author Talk & Guided Hike
Birds Connect Seattle welcomes nature writers Kathryn True and Maria Dolan for a conversation about their new book Seattle Field Guide: Explore Nature in the City, a guide to 38 outdoor adventures across the greater Seattle area.
VIRTUAL Meet The Mountaineers Info Session - Jun 30, 2026
Join us for a virtual Meet The Mountaineers, a facilitated online meet and greet and a 90-minute presentation. Meet some fellow Mountaineers, learn about our history and how you can get involved, and get a quick overview of our website to find opportunities to jump in and get outside.
Seattle Pathfinders - Open House for Prospective Members
The Pathfinders New Information Seminar is an open house for prospective students (1st - 4th grade) and their families to learn more about the program from staff and returning students and their families.