Olympia Branch Upcoming Events & Course Activities
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XC Ski Waxing party
Join the Nordic Ski Committee for a ski waxing party. We will wax together and share tips and techniques. This is not an instructional clinic, but if you have never waxed before, please come and learn from watching others. Or just come for the fun and camaraderie!
CANCELED - Olympia Navigation In-person workshop
This is an optional workshop for Olympia Navigation students. Bring your maps, compass, and your questions.
Olympia Branch Open House
The public is invited to spend an evening learning about the programs and activities of the Olympia Branch of The Mountaineers. If you would like to volunteer at the event, RSVP below.
Basic Climbing Instructor Review #1
Instructor review at the Friends Meeting House for those planning to volunteer with the Olympia Basic Alpine Climbing Course. Attendance is required if you have not instructed at Basic within the last three years, and strongly recommended for all instructors due to updates based on the latest edition of Freedom of the Hills. We are offering two instructor review sessions on January 5 and 6, 2026, and you only need to attend one. This session is scheduled for January 5th.
Basic Climbing Instructor Review #2
Instructor review at the Friends Meeting House for those planning to volunteer with the Olympia Basic Alpine Climbing Course. Attendance is required if you have not instructed at Basic within the last three years, and strongly recommended for all instructors due to updates based on the latest edition of Freedom of the Hills. We are offering two instructor review sessions on January 5 and 6, 2026, and you only need to attend one. This session is for January 6.
Girl Scouts of JBLM Climbing
An evening of rock climbing with the Girl Scouts of JBLM
Meet The Mountaineers Info Session - Feb 19, 2026
For new and potential members looking to learn more about what The Mountaineers has to offer.
Olympia MAC Skills Night
Skills practice and preparation for our upcoming adventures!
Olympia MAC Skills Night
Skills practice and preparation for our upcoming adventures!
Olympia MAC Skills Night
Skills practice and preparation for our upcoming adventures!
Olympia MAC Skills Night
Skills practice and preparation for our upcoming adventures!
Olympia MAC Skills Night
Skills practice and preparation for our upcoming adventures!
Olympia MAC Skills Night
Skills practice and preparation for our upcoming adventures!
Olympia MAC Skills Night
Skills practice and preparation for our upcoming adventures!
CANCELED - Olympia MAC Skills Night
Skills practice and preparation for upcoming trips!
Mountaineers Table at Summit, Myths & Music Concert
An Auburn Symphony Orchestra performance featuring the world premiere of It Stands Alone by Stephen Lias, 2024 composer in residence at Mount Rainier National Park. Mountaineers volunteers will be onsite with information about our programs and community.
Adventure Speaker Series: Bob Kandiko, Turkey
The Olympia Mountaineers Adventure Speaker Series is a popular community event that takes place on the first Wednesday of each month from November to March. Every month features a new speaker and a new adventure. Join us and get inspired for YOUR next adventure. Public is invited to attend.
Adventure Speaker Series: Carolyn Driedger, New views of Mount Rainier
The Olympia Mountaineers Adventure Speaker Series is a popular community event that takes place on the first Wednesday of each month from November to March. Every month features a new speaker and a new adventure. Join us and get inspired for YOUR next adventure. Public is invited to attend.
Climbing Conditioner - Mailbox Peak
BC Field Trip: Basic Skills - Michael T. Simmons Elementary School
BC Lecture: Snow Skills - Lacey Community Center
BC Lecture: Stuff You Need To Know! - Online Classroom
Intermediate Ice Lecture I - Private Residence
Basic Rock Climb - Smith Rock
Avalanche Awareness Class - Olympia Friends Meeting House
Intermediate Ice Field Trip I - Heliotrope Ridge and Lower Coleman Glacier & Seracs
BC Lecture: Rock Skills - Lacey Community Center
BC Field Trip: Snow Weekend - White Pass Nordic Center
BC Field Trip: Rock 2 - Vantage/Sunshine Wall
