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Branch News
The Government Shutdown and Its Impact on Public Lands
Wild places, gateway communities, small businesses, land managers, and recreationists are all hurting under the government shutdown. Check out what's at stake and what you can do about it.
Doing Dishes is Fun! And Other Lessons Learned At Camp
Mountaineers campers recently enjoyed an overnight camp at Meany Lodge. In addition to new snow skills, they learned a lot of important life skills.
Backpacking Courses for 2019
Are you hoping to start backpacking this coming season, or want a re-introduction to keep your skills sharp? Check out our Backpacking Course offerings for 2019.
Foothills Volunteer Spotlight: Steve LeBrun
Our Foothills volunteers and leaders are the heart and soul of our branch. This month we celebrate Steve LeBrun.
How To: Write Content for The Mountaineers Blog or Magazine
If you're interested in telling your story or sharing your knowledge, we'd love for you to contribute content to The Mountaineers! Learn about what we're looking for in submissions and how to contribute to our blog and magazine.
Winter Wildlands Backcountry Film Festival - Jan 10 & Jan 21
The 14th annual Winter Wildlands Alliance Backcountry Film Festival is a celebration of winter sports and human-powered backcountry adventure, recreation, and advocacy & stewardship. Join us Jan 10 & 21 to enjoy the incredible lineup.
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*upcoming* Events
- January 21, 2019 Winter Wildlands Backcountry Film Festival Seattle Program Center
- January 22, 2019 Folkdance - Kirkland Peter Kirk Community Center
- January 23, 2019 WALKING THE WILD: A Via Ferrata Adventure in the Italian Dolomites, With Peter Hendrickson Seattle Program Center
- January 24-27, 2019 Mt Spokane Winter Activities Weekend Mt Spokane State Park
- January 24, 2019 Discovering Europe on Foot with Cassandra Overby and Beth Jusino Bellevue REI
- January 26, 2019 2019 - Sea Kayak Summit Seattle Program Center