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Three Days at Refuge Outdoor Festival
In September 2018, Refuge Outdoor Festival, a three-day camping and music event welcoming people of color to "celebrate nature, diversity, and life", was held in Carnation, WA. Hear from Mariko Ching, an attendee and Program Director with Climbers of Color, on her experience.
The Dawn Wall - December 18
In January 2015, American rock climbers Tommy Caldwell and Kevin Jorgeson captivated the world with their effort to climb The Dawn Wall, a seemingly impossible 3,000 foot rock face in Yosemite National Park, California. Join us Dec 18 to see the film.
This #GivingTuesday give back by increasing access to the outdoors
On Tuesday, November 27, The Mountaineers will take part in #GivingTuesday, the global day of giving. All gifts received on Giving Tuesday will directly support scholarships through The Mountaineers Access Program.
Happy Veterans Day
Enjoying the outdoors is a luxury - a freedom we enjoy thanks to the brave people like Jeremy Perry who sacrifice for our country. Today we honor their service.
Foothills Volunteer Spotlight: Gabrielle Orsi
Our Foothills volunteers and activity leaders are the heart and soul of our branch. This month we celebrate Gabrielle Orsi.
Results: 2018 Board Of Directors Election
Learn the results of our 2018 Board of Directors elections.
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*upcoming* Events
- November 20, 2018 Folkdance - Kirkland Peter Kirk Community Center
- November 27, 2018 Folkdance - Kirkland Peter Kirk Community Center
- November 29, 2018 Foothills Hiking/Backpacking Committee 2018 Review-2019 Planning Meeting Mercer Island Library
- December 4, 2018 Foothills Branch Annual Social and Volunteer Recognition Banquet South Bellevue Community Center
- December 4, 2018 Folkdance - Kirkland Peter Kirk Community Center
- December 11, 2018 Explore Europe on Foot with Cassandra Overby Issaquah REI