Foothills Branch Upcoming Events

Upcoming Mountaineers events in the Foothills area (I-90 and I-405 corridors on the east side of Lake Washington).

Foothills Branch Council Meeting

Review committee updates and discuss branch plans

Jan 06, 2026
06:30 PM to 09:00 PM
Zoom Video Presentation

Multi-week Alpine-Touring/Telemark/Snowboarding DOWNHILL skills improvement training and coaching - 2026

Improve your skills - skiing, riding, or telemarking. This program has run for over 30 years. Come join the fun. Ski-area, lift assisted lessons for adults at all levels.

Jan 08, 2026 07:00 PM to Feb 12, 2026 09:00 PM
Summit West at Snoqualmie
Summit West at Snoqualmie Ski Area
Meet The Mountaineers Info Session - Jan 8, 2026

Meet The Mountaineers Info Session - Jan 8, 2026

For new and potential members looking to learn more about what The Mountaineers has to offer.

Jan 08, 2026
07:00 PM to 08:30 PM
Seattle Program Center
7700 Sand Point Way NE, Seattle, WA 98115

Cascade A, Cascade B

Foothills Branch Celebration

Join us to celebrate the accomplishments of the Foothills Branch in 2025, honor the Foothills Branch Service Award winner, and enjoy some social time with friends.

Jan 11, 2026
05:00 PM to 08:00 PM
North Bellevue Community Center
4063 148th ave NE, Bellevue 98007

Dancing in Kirkland

Recommencing Folk dancing - prior experience suggested for this one! ...

Jan 12, 2026
02:30 PM to 04:30 PM
Peter Kirk Community Center
352 Kirkland Ave, Kirkland, WA 98033

Foothills Scrambling Committee Meeting

January 2026 zoom meeting for the Foothills Scrambling Committee.

Jan 12, 2026
07:00 PM to 08:30 PM
Zoom Call

Foothills Hiking, Backpackin, Urban Walkg Executive Committee meeting

Review old business, discuss new business, review committee reports

Jan 13, 2026
06:30 PM to 08:00 PM
Zoom Video Presentation
virtual
Banff Centre Mountain Film Festival World Tour - Seattle

Banff Centre Mountain Film Festival World Tour - Seattle

We are thrilled to bring the Banff Centre Mountain Film Festival World Tour once again to Seattle!

Jan 14, 2026
07:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Benaroya Hall
200 University St, Seattle, WA 98101

Monthly Equity & Belonging Committee Meetings

Monthly meetings for Equity & Belonging Committee members

Jan 15, 2026
06:30 PM to 08:00 PM
Zoom
Banff Centre Mountain Film Festival World Tour - Seattle

Banff Centre Mountain Film Festival World Tour - Seattle

We are thrilled to bring the Banff Centre Mountain Film Festival World Tour once again to Seattle!

Jan 15, 2026
07:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Benaroya Hall
200 University St, Seattle, WA 98101
Branch Leadership Committee

Branch Leadership Committee

Monthly Branch Leadership Committee (BLC) meeting.

Jan 21, 2026
06:00 PM to 07:30 PM
Zoom

Foothills Navigation Committee

Monthly Navigation Committee meeting to discuss courses and other planned work. Agenda and Zoom link will be sent to registered attendees.

Jan 27, 2026
07:00 PM to 08:30 PM
Zoom Video Call

Dancing in Kirkland

Recommencing Folk dancing - prior experience suggested for this one! ...

Feb 09, 2026
02:30 PM to 04:30 PM
Peter Kirk Community Center
352 Kirkland Ave, Kirkland, WA 98033
BeWild Speaker Series: Mastering Ice & Mixed Climbing with Will Gadd

BeWild Speaker Series: Mastering Ice & Mixed Climbing with Will Gadd

Join us for a riveting evening celebrating the release of the 2nd edition of Ice & Mixed Climbing with world-renowned climber and Mountaineers Books author Will Gadd!

Feb 09, 2026
06:30 PM to 08:30 PM
Seattle Program Center
7700 Sand Point Way NE, Seattle, WA 98115

Executive Conference Room, Goodman A, Goodman B, Goodman C
Walking the Wild:  Backpack the Heyduke Trail in Arizona with David Burdick

Walking the Wild: Backpack the Heyduke Trail in Arizona with David Burdick

Our Walking the Wild series features extraordinary adventures on foot in the wilds of the world by Mountaineers members. In this event, join a journey in pictures along Arizona's wild 800-mile Heyduke trail with David Burdick.

Feb 12, 2026
07:00 PM to 08:30 PM
Zoom online seminar
Branch Leadership Committee

Branch Leadership Committee

Monthly Branch Leadership Committee (BLC) meeting.

Feb 18, 2026
06:00 PM to 07:30 PM
Zoom

Monthly Equity & Belonging Committee Meetings

Monthly meetings for Equity & Belonging Committee members

Feb 19, 2026
06:30 PM to 08:00 PM
Zoom

Foothills Navigation Committee

Monthly Navigation Committee meeting to discuss courses and other planned work. Agenda and Zoom link will be sent to registered attendees.

Feb 24, 2026
07:00 PM to 08:30 PM
Zoom Video Call

Foothills Scrambling Committee Meeting

March 2026 zoom meeting for the Foothills Scrambling Committee.

Mar 02, 2026
07:00 PM to 08:30 PM
Zoom Call

Foothills Branch Council Meeting

Review committee updates and discuss branch plans

Mar 03, 2026
06:30 PM to 09:00 PM
Zoom Video Presentation

Dancing in Kirkland

Recommencing Folk dancing - prior experience suggested for this one! ...

Mar 09, 2026
02:30 PM to 04:30 PM
Peter Kirk Community Center
352 Kirkland Ave, Kirkland, WA 98033

Foothills Scrambling - Intro Lecture and Gear Workshop

Lecture introducing alpine scrambling, discussing needed gear, fitting harnesses.

Mar 09, 2026
06:00 PM to 09:30 PM
Seattle Program Center
7700 Sand Point Way NE, Seattle, WA 98115

Goodman A

Foothills Hiking, Backpacking, Urban Walking Executive Committee meeting

Review updates on old business, committee reports and action items from prior meeting. Discuss new business

Mar 10, 2026
06:30 PM to 08:00 PM
Zoom Video Presentation
virtual
VIRTUAL Meet The Mountaineers Info Session - Mar 10, 2026

VIRTUAL Meet The Mountaineers Info Session - Mar 10, 2026

Join us for a virtual Meet The Mountaineers, a facilitated online meet and greet and a 90-minute presentation. Meet some fellow Mountaineers, learn about our history and how you can get involved, and get a quick overview of our website to find opportunities to jump in and get outside.

Mar 10, 2026
07:00 PM to 08:30 PM
Zoom Video Presentation
7700 Sand Point Way NE, Seattle, WA 98115
Branch Leadership Committee

Branch Leadership Committee

Monthly Branch Leadership Committee (BLC) meeting.

Mar 18, 2026
06:00 PM to 07:30 PM
Zoom

Monthly Equity & Belonging Committee Meetings

Monthly meetings for Equity & Belonging Committee members

Mar 19, 2026
06:30 PM to 08:00 PM
Zoom
2026 South Sound Leadership Conference

2026 South Sound Leadership Conference

The South Sound Leadership Conference is a fun day of professional development dedicated to thanking, inspiring and empowering the Mountaineers’ current and aspiring volunteer leaders.

Mar 21, 2026
08:00 AM to 03:00 PM
Tacoma Program Center
2302 N 30th St, Tacoma, WA 98403

Boardroom, Classroom, Great Hall, Indoor Climbing Wall

Foothills Navigation Committee

Monthly Navigation Committee meeting to discuss courses and other planned work. Agenda and Zoom link will be sent to registered attendees.

Mar 24, 2026
07:00 PM to 08:30 PM
Zoom Video Call

Scrambling Skills Workshop - Mountaineers Seattle Program Center

Practice rock and snow skills in a controlled environment at the Seattle Program Center to prepare for your field trips. 6-9 pm

Mar 27, 2026
06:00 PM to 09:00 PM
Seattle Program Center
7700 Sand Point Way NE, Seattle, WA 98115

Goodman B, Goodman C, North Plaza: Friction Slabs, North Plaza: North Wall, South Plaza: Boulder, South Plaza: Boulder Field, South Plaza: Center Green
Mar 28, 2026
08:00 AM to 05:00 PM
Seattle Program Center
7700 Sand Point Way NE, Seattle, WA 98115

Cascade A, Cascade B, Goodman A, Goodman B, Summit Room