Olympia Branch Upcoming Events
All [ Upcoming Events ] Course Activities
2026 Adventure with Purpose Gala
Please join us on April 25, 2026 for our biggest fundraiser of the year. For tickets and information on our main Gala page: mountaineers.org/Gala
CANCELED - Olympia Navigation In-person workshop
This is an optional workshop for Olympia Navigation students. Bring your maps, compass, and your questions.
2026 Snowshoe Summit
Snowshoe Activity Council will meet via zoom for it's annual summit to review the charter, activity standards, and any other relevant topics.
GiveBIG 2026
A regional grassroots giving event where gifts of all sizes support our values and vision. In recognition of National Volunteer Appreciation Week, make a donation in honor of a volunteer who inspires you and we'll send them a postcard to remind them how AMAZING they are.
Branch Officers' Monthly Meeting - IN-PERSON
All are welcome to attend our monthly Olympia Branch Officers' Meeting. We alternate between in-person and online to accommodate the unique needs of our members. The agenda and any additional information will be sent via email before the meeting. Please email Katja at kat.horwitz@gmail.com by Sunday, 5/10/2026, with any agenda items you would like to include.
Olympia MAC Skills Night
Skills practice and preparation for our upcoming adventures!
Branch Leadership Committee
Monthly Branch Leadership Committee (BLC) meeting.
Monthly Equity & Belonging Committee Meetings
Monthly meetings for Equity & Belonging Committee members
"Disney's Frozen" at Kitsap Forest Theater (8 dates)
Escape to the Kitsap Forest Theater—where every visit becomes an adventure. Wander down a scenic forest trail to discover one of the Pacific Northwest’s most unique performance spaces, where live theater unfolds beneath a canopy of towering firs. It’s an experience that feels worlds away, yet it’s just 15 minutes from the Bremerton ferry dock. Whether it’s your first visit or a returning tradition, audiences of all ages will be swept up in the magic of storytelling surrounded by nature. Arrive early to savor the setting—spread out a picnic, breathe in the forest air, and let the anticipation build before the performance begins under the open sky.
"Disney's Frozen" at Kitsap Forest Theater (8 dates)
Escape to the Kitsap Forest Theater—where every visit becomes an adventure. Wander down a scenic forest trail to discover one of the Pacific Northwest’s most unique performance spaces, where live theater unfolds beneath a canopy of towering firs. It’s an experience that feels worlds away, yet it’s just 15 minutes from the Bremerton ferry dock. Whether it’s your first visit or a returning tradition, audiences of all ages will be swept up in the magic of storytelling surrounded by nature. Arrive early to savor the setting—spread out a picnic, breathe in the forest air, and let the anticipation build before the performance begins under the open sky.
"Disney's Frozen" at Kitsap Forest Theater (8 dates)
Escape to the Kitsap Forest Theater—where every visit becomes an adventure. Wander down a scenic forest trail to discover one of the Pacific Northwest’s most unique performance spaces, where live theater unfolds beneath a canopy of towering firs. It’s an experience that feels worlds away, yet it’s just 15 minutes from the Bremerton ferry dock. Whether it’s your first visit or a returning tradition, audiences of all ages will be swept up in the magic of storytelling surrounded by nature. Arrive early to savor the setting—spread out a picnic, breathe in the forest air, and let the anticipation build before the performance begins under the open sky.
"Disney's Frozen" at Kitsap Forest Theater (8 dates)
Escape to the Kitsap Forest Theater—where every visit becomes an adventure. Wander down a scenic forest trail to discover one of the Pacific Northwest’s most unique performance spaces, where live theater unfolds beneath a canopy of towering firs. It’s an experience that feels worlds away, yet it’s just 15 minutes from the Bremerton ferry dock. Whether it’s your first visit or a returning tradition, audiences of all ages will be swept up in the magic of storytelling surrounded by nature. Arrive early to savor the setting—spread out a picnic, breathe in the forest air, and let the anticipation build before the performance begins under the open sky.
Olympia MAC Skills Night
Skills practice and preparation for our upcoming adventures!
"Disney's Frozen" at Kitsap Forest Theater (8 dates)
Escape to the Kitsap Forest Theater—where every visit becomes an adventure. Wander down a scenic forest trail to discover one of the Pacific Northwest’s most unique performance spaces, where live theater unfolds beneath a canopy of towering firs. It’s an experience that feels worlds away, yet it’s just 15 minutes from the Bremerton ferry dock. Whether it’s your first visit or a returning tradition, audiences of all ages will be swept up in the magic of storytelling surrounded by nature. Arrive early to savor the setting—spread out a picnic, breathe in the forest air, and let the anticipation build before the performance begins under the open sky.
"Disney's Frozen" at Kitsap Forest Theater (8 dates)
Escape to the Kitsap Forest Theater—where every visit becomes an adventure. Wander down a scenic forest trail to discover one of the Pacific Northwest’s most unique performance spaces, where live theater unfolds beneath a canopy of towering firs. It’s an experience that feels worlds away, yet it’s just 15 minutes from the Bremerton ferry dock. Whether it’s your first visit or a returning tradition, audiences of all ages will be swept up in the magic of storytelling surrounded by nature. Arrive early to savor the setting—spread out a picnic, breathe in the forest air, and let the anticipation build before the performance begins under the open sky.
Walking the Wild: Continental Divide Trail--Glacier National Park
Join Mountaineer Karen Altergott as she recounts her trek through Glacier National Park on the Continental Divide Trail in 2025. This 100-mile segment of the route from Canada to Mexico packs in miles of glacier-carved peaks and deep alpine lakes, as well as incredible wildlife.
Branch Officers' Monthly Meeting - VIRTUAL
All are welcome to attend our monthly Olympia Branch Officers' Meeting. We alternate between in-person and online to accommodate the unique needs of our members. The agenda and any additional information will be sent out by email before the meeting. Please email Katja at kat.horwitz@gmail.com by Sunday, 6/7/2026, with any agenda items you would like to include.
"Disney's Frozen" at Kitsap Forest Theater (8 dates)
Escape to the Kitsap Forest Theater—where every visit becomes an adventure. Wander down a scenic forest trail to discover one of the Pacific Northwest’s most unique performance spaces, where live theater unfolds beneath a canopy of towering firs. It’s an experience that feels worlds away, yet it’s just 15 minutes from the Bremerton ferry dock. Whether it’s your first visit or a returning tradition, audiences of all ages will be swept up in the magic of storytelling surrounded by nature. Arrive early to savor the setting—spread out a picnic, breathe in the forest air, and let the anticipation build before the performance begins under the open sky.
"Disney's Frozen" at Kitsap Forest Theater (8 dates)
Escape to the Kitsap Forest Theater—where every visit becomes an adventure. Wander down a scenic forest trail to discover one of the Pacific Northwest’s most unique performance spaces, where live theater unfolds beneath a canopy of towering firs. It’s an experience that feels worlds away, yet it’s just 15 minutes from the Bremerton ferry dock. Whether it’s your first visit or a returning tradition, audiences of all ages will be swept up in the magic of storytelling surrounded by nature. Arrive early to savor the setting—spread out a picnic, breathe in the forest air, and let the anticipation build before the performance begins under the open sky.
Branch Leadership Committee
Monthly Branch Leadership Committee (BLC) meeting.
CANCELED - Monthly Equity & Belonging Committee Meetings
Monthly meetings for Equity & Belonging Committee members
Olympia Sea Kayak Picnic
Social get together and basic course graduation celebration. There will also be one or two paddles offered in the morning and/or afternoon.
VIRTUAL Meet The Mountaineers Info Session - Jun 30, 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.
Olympia MAC Skills Night
Skills practice and preparation for our upcoming adventures!
CANCELED - Branch Officers' Monthly Meeting - IN-PERSON
NO BRANCH MEETING IN JULY - HAVE A WONDERFUL SUMMER!
Branch Leadership Committee
Monthly Branch Leadership Committee (BLC) meeting.
CANCELED - Monthly Equity & Belonging Committee Meetings
Monthly meetings for Equity & Belonging Committee members
"Oliver!" at Kitsap Forest Theater (8 dates)
Escape to the Kitsap Forest Theater—where every visit becomes an adventure. Wander down a scenic forest trail to discover one of the Pacific Northwest’s most unique performance spaces, where live theater unfolds beneath a canopy of towering firs. It’s an experience that feels worlds away, yet it’s just 15 minutes from the Bremerton ferry dock. Whether it’s your first visit or a returning tradition, audiences of all ages will be swept up in the magic of storytelling surrounded by nature. Arrive early to savor the setting—spread out a picnic, breathe in the forest air, and let the anticipation build before the performance begins under the open sky.
"Oliver!" at Kitsap Forest Theater (8 dates)
Escape to the Kitsap Forest Theater—where every visit becomes an adventure. Wander down a scenic forest trail to discover one of the Pacific Northwest’s most unique performance spaces, where live theater unfolds beneath a canopy of towering firs. It’s an experience that feels worlds away, yet it’s just 15 minutes from the Bremerton ferry dock. Whether it’s your first visit or a returning tradition, audiences of all ages will be swept up in the magic of storytelling surrounded by nature. Arrive early to savor the setting—spread out a picnic, breathe in the forest air, and let the anticipation build before the performance begins under the open sky.
"Oliver!" at Kitsap Forest Theater (8 dates)
Escape to the Kitsap Forest Theater—where every visit becomes an adventure. Wander down a scenic forest trail to discover one of the Pacific Northwest’s most unique performance spaces, where live theater unfolds beneath a canopy of towering firs. It’s an experience that feels worlds away, yet it’s just 15 minutes from the Bremerton ferry dock. Whether it’s your first visit or a returning tradition, audiences of all ages will be swept up in the magic of storytelling surrounded by nature. Arrive early to savor the setting—spread out a picnic, breathe in the forest air, and let the anticipation build before the performance begins under the open sky.