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Essential Eligibility Criteria & Service Animal Policy
In May 2019, The Mountaineers Board of Directors approved two new documents to help prospective participants navigate their ability to participate in our programs. Learn more about our Essential Eligibility Criteria and Service Animal Policy, and how they are designed to support our programs, leaders, and participants.
2019 Stewardship Challenge: Meet Our Stewardship Partners
The Olympia Branch has issued the 2019 Stewardship Challenge, challenging every member of The Mountaineers to spend a day in service to our public lands. We post many stewardship opportunities in cooperation with our Stewardship Partners, and we've included a list of other local organizations dedicated to the preservation of our public lands.
How To: Facilitate Good Group Decision Making
Tom Unger has been using the same process to guide group decisions for the last 20 years.
The Era of Mega Fires - May 30
Join us May 30 for a presentation with Dr. Paul Hessberg on the causes and potential solutions for the megafires that have been ravaging the west.
Facilitated Access Permitting: What Mountaineers Leaders Need to Know
For Mountaineers trips, courses, and clinics, permitting needs vary by land manager. As a Mountaineers leader, learn about your role in making sure we're in compliance with each land manager's rules and regulations.
Plus Size Climbing Harnesses: Resources & Measurements
Climbing is very intimidating, and even more so for plus size people. Check out these wonderful tips by plus size climber Sam Ortiz and say goodbye to worrying about whether or not a harness will fit your body and hello to taking on new challenges and reaching new heights!
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*upcoming* Events
- May 28, 2019 Folkdance - Kirkland Peter Kirk Community Center
- June 3, 2019 New Hike-Backpack Leader Seminar - Mercer Island library Mercer Island Public Library
- June 4, 2019 Folkdance - Kirkland Peter Kirk Community Center
- June 6, 2019 Foothills Branch Leadership Council Meeting The Eagle Room, Issaquah City Hall
- June 8, 2019 The Mountaineers 50-Year Member Luncheon 2019 Seattle Program Center
- June 11, 2019 Folkdance - Kirkland Peter Kirk Community Center