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South Sound Leadership Conference

Mar 21, 2026

Join us for a day of professional development for current and aspiring volunteer leaders. All are welcome!

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At The Mountaineers, we aspire to offer outdoor opportunities for all, and are committed to building a community where everyone feels belonging. Learn more on our Equity & Belonging page.

Latest Updates from the Blog

 
Registration is Open for the Basic Sea Kayaking Course

Registration is Open for the Basic Sea Kayaking Course

Join us to explore the waters of Washington in the Basic Sea Kayaking course with our Everett, Olympia, Seattle, and Tacoma Branches!

Mountaineer of the Week: Nomi Rachel Fuchs-Montgomery

Mountaineer of the Week: Nomi Rachel Fuchs-Montgomery

Meet Nomi, a member of the Sexual Harassment and Sexual Assault Prevention Committee who encourages everyone to support safety and inclusivity by attending the upcoming bystander training seminars on Feb 10 and Mar 3.

Seattle Banff 2026 Recap

Seattle Banff 2026 Recap

Enjoy highlights from the 2026 Banff Mountain Film Festival at Benaroya Hall in Seattle, and get tickets for the upcoming screenings in Olympia.

Observing Glacier Response to Climate Change in the North Cascades

Observing Glacier Response to Climate Change in the North Cascades

Since 1984, the North Cascade Glacier Climate Project has been monitoring the condition of glaciers amid a changing climate. Learn more about the glacier changes we've observed over the last 42 years.

Tacoma Branch Seeking Stewardship Committee Chair

Tacoma Branch Seeking Stewardship Committee Chair

The Tacoma Branch is seeking their next Stewardship Committee Chair! Whether you’ve led for years or are exploring leadership for the first time, we’d love to hear from you. Please help us fill this role by April 1.

Announcing New Igloo Building Course

Announcing New Igloo Building Course

Registration is open for our new Igloo Building course! This course teaches Mountaineers members with prior winter camping experience how to efficiently build igloos using a specialized, hybrid approach and minimal tools.

Registration is Open for the Foothills Alpine Scrambling Course

Registration is Open for the Foothills Alpine Scrambling Course

Ready to explore beyond the beaten path? Register for the Foothills Alpine Scrambling course today to build hands-on scrambling skills in a supportive, welcoming environment.

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The magic of The Mountaineers is that we are all peers teaching and learning together. I try to balance being both a learner and an instructor, so participants know we're all on the same team. I hope that approach helps others feel comfortable and included."

Kelsey Hoffman
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Publishing award-winning outdoor recreation, lifestyle, and conservation books since 1960.

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