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!

FeatureD EVENT 

The annual North Sound Leadership Conference is a fun day of professional development dedicated to thanking, inspiring and empowering the Mountaineers’ current and aspiring volunteer leaders.

Sat, Dec 6, 2025 from 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM at The Mountaineers Seattle Program Center 
$20 Members | $60 Non-members
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UPCOMING  EVENTS

Bikes and Brews Series: Cycling Sardinia: A 15-Day Tour of Roads, Passes, and Villages

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.

Feb 11, 2026
06:30 PM to 08:30 PM
Seattle Program Center
7700 Sand Point Way NE, Seattle, WA 98115

Cascade A, Cascade B
Walking the Wild:  Backpack the Heyduke Trail in Arizona with David Burdick

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.

Feb 12, 2026
07:00 PM to 08:30 PM
Zoom online seminar

Open Climb Night

A chance for members to come and use the climbing wall in Goodman C, and if weather permits climb the South Wall.

Feb 13, 2026
06:00 PM to 09:00 PM
Seattle Program Center
7700 Sand Point Way NE, Seattle, WA 98115

Basement: Overhanging Wall, Basement: Vertical Wall, Goodman C, Goodman C: Rock Walls, South Plaza: Climbing Wall East Side, South Plaza: Climbing Wall West Side
Nigel Foster Presentation: Polar Tides

Nigel Foster Presentation: Polar Tides

Potluck followed by Nigel Foster presenting his trip in Labrador and surrounding area.

Feb 18, 2026
06:00 PM to 08:30 PM
Tacoma Program Center
2302 N 30th St, Tacoma, WA 98403

Great Hall, Indoor Climbing Wall

Mountaineers Table at 5Point Film Festival

An adventure film festival at Seattle University. Mountaineers volunteers will be onsite with information about our programs and community.

Feb 18, 2026
04:00 PM to 09:00 PM
Seattle University
Meet The Mountaineers Info Session - Feb 19, 2026

Meet The Mountaineers Info Session - Feb 19, 2026

For new and potential members looking to learn more about what The Mountaineers has to offer.

Feb 19, 2026
06:30 PM to 08:30 PM
Tacoma Program Center
2302 N 30th St, Tacoma, WA 98403

Great Hall
Feb 26, 2026
06:30 PM to 08:30 PM
Seattle Program Center
7700 Sand Point Way NE, Seattle, WA 98115

Goodman A

Open Climb Night

A chance for members to come and use the climbing wall in Goodman C, and if weather permits climb the South Wall.

Mar 06, 2026
06:00 PM to 09:00 PM
Seattle Program Center
7700 Sand Point Way NE, Seattle, WA 98115

Basement: Overhanging Wall, Basement: Vertical Wall, Goodman C, Goodman C: Rock Walls, South Plaza: Climbing Wall East Side, South Plaza: Climbing Wall West Side
Bikes & Brews Series- Bikepacking Newfoundland T'railway with Philip Ouellette

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.

Mar 18, 2026
06:30 PM to 08:30 PM
Seattle Program Center
7700 Sand Point Way NE, Seattle, WA 98115

Cascade A, Cascade B
Where in the World Have You Been? Hiking Adventures in Scotland

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.

Mar 19, 2026
06:30 PM to 08:30 PM
Tacoma Program Center
2302 N 30th St, Tacoma, WA 98403

Great Hall, Indoor Climbing Wall, Outdoor Climbing Wall & Backyard
2026 South Sound Leadership Conference

2026 South Sound Leadership Conference

The South Sound Leadership Conference is a fun day of professional development dedicated to thanking, inspiring and empowering the Mountaineers’ current and aspiring volunteer leaders.

Mar 21, 2026
08:00 AM to 03:00 PM
Tacoma Program Center
2302 N 30th St, Tacoma, WA 98403

Boardroom, Classroom, Great Hall, Indoor Climbing Wall

Scrambling Skills Workshop - Mountaineers Seattle Program Center

Practice rock and snow skills in a controlled environment at the Seattle Program Center to prepare for your field trips. 6-9 pm

Mar 27, 2026
06:00 PM to 09:00 PM
Seattle Program Center
7700 Sand Point Way NE, Seattle, WA 98115

Goodman B, Goodman C, North Plaza: Friction Slabs, North Plaza: North Wall, South Plaza: Boulder, South Plaza: Boulder Field, South Plaza: Center Green
Mountaineers Table at Summit, Myths & Music Concert

Mountaineers Table at Summit, Myths & Music Concert

An Auburn Symphony Orchestra performance featuring the world premiere of It Stands Alone by Stephen Lias, 2024 composer in residence at Mount Rainier National Park. Mountaineers volunteers will be onsite with information about our programs and community.

Mar 29, 2026
01:30 PM to 04:30 PM
Federal Way Performing Arts & Events Center
31510 Pete von Reichbauer Way South, Federal Way, WA 98003

100 Peaks In Mount Rainier National Park Celebration

An evening program to recognize and acknowledge those individuals that are working on the "100 Peaks" list.

Apr 02, 2026
06:30 PM to 08:30 PM
Seattle Program Center
7700 Sand Point Way NE, Seattle, WA 98115

Goodman A
SEA Hike & Backpack Leaders Spring Potluck

SEA Hike & Backpack Leaders Spring Potluck

Plan on a fun evening of food and drink with your fellow trip leaders! Adult +1s and prospective leaders are welcome.

Apr 04, 2026
06:00 PM to 08:30 PM
Seattle Program Center
7700 Sand Point Way NE, Seattle, WA 98115

Goodman A