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Foothills Branch

Foothills Branch

The newest Mountaineers branch founded in 2004, the Foothills Branch encompasses the Eastside communities along the I-90 and I-405 corridors, from Bothell to Renton and Mercer Island to Ellensburg. We provide thriving centers of excellence in backcountry and nordic skiing, avalanche education, hiking and backpacking, snowshoeing and winter camping, trail running, navigation and first aid training, as well as new leader development.
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Action Alert! Help Pass America's Outdoor Recreation Act

Action Alert! Help Pass America's Outdoor Recreation Act

The U.S. Senate just re-introduced a package of recreation bills that includes one of our long term policy priorities, the SOAR Act. Learn more about how this important legislation would improve the federal recreational permitting system, and how you can take action to support it.

Foothills Volunteer Spotlight: Karla Munguia

Foothills Volunteer Spotlight: Karla Munguia

Our Foothills volunteers and activity leaders are the heart and soul of our branch. This month we celebrate Karla Munguia.

2022-2023 Banff Mountain Film Festival World Tour

2022-2023 Banff Mountain Film Festival World Tour

We’re bringing the spirit of outdoor adventure and mountain culture to The Mountaineers again. The Banff Mountain Film Festival World Tour features the best mountain films of the year, showcasing amazing filmmaking talent to an audience that spans the globe.

Mountaineer Magazine Spring 2023

Mountaineer Magazine Spring 2023

Our latest edition of Mountaineer magazine has arrived! Learn about our features, regular columns, and more. Access it today.

Top 10 Trip Reports - February 2023

Top 10 Trip Reports - February 2023

Each month, we sort through all your trip reports. Then, we pick our favorites and celebrate them here! Read on for our favorites from February 2023.

How to Get Involved as a Trip Leader

How to Get Involved as a Trip Leader

Leading trips is a great way to share your love of an activity with others in a safe and fun environment. Learn how easy it is to get involved.

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March 25, 2023 Backpacking Building Blocks Gear Demo Day Seattle Program Center
March 28, 2023 2023 Spring Cross-Country Ski Summit Zoom Meeting
March 28, 2023 Foothills Navigation Committee Zoom
March 28, 2023 Foothills Basic Climbing - Midterm Seattle Program Center
March 29, 2023 Foothills LOT - Self Rescue 1 Skills Seattle Program Center
March 31, 2023 Foothills Scramble Course Skills Workshop Seattle Program Center
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