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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.
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.
Results: 2018 Board Of Directors Election
Learn the results of our 2018 Board of Directors elections.
The Mountaineers Endorse I-1631: Investing in a Healthy Outdoors and Clean Energy for Washington
The Mountaineers endorses Initiative 1631, a ballot measure that will benefit outdoor recreation and public lands through investing in a healthy environment. Learn more about why we support this initiative.
New Legislation to Help Groups Get Outside
The Public Lands Recreational Opportunities Improvement Act has been introduced in the U.S. Senate. This new bill will reduce bureaucratic barriers in outfitter-guide permitting on federal lands, helping more people get outside. The Mountaineers has helped lead efforts to improve outfitter-guide permitting on public lands for over half a decade. This legislation is a major step in the right direction.
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*upcoming* Events
- December 12, 2018 Pre-Season Ski Instructor Meeting & Training Nord Home
- January 26, 2019 2019 - Sea Kayak Summit Seattle Program Center
- January 26, 2019 Volunteer Appreciation Dinner - 2019 Seattle Program Center
- March 31, 2019 Kitsap Climbing Field Trip Tacoma Program Center