Olympia Branch Upcoming Events & Course Activities

Upcoming Mountaineers events in the Olympia area and upcoming activities that are part of our Olympia Branch courses.
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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

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.

Jan 06, 2026
05:30 PM to 08:00 PM
St Martins Worthington Center
5300 Pacific Ave SE Lacey, WA 98503

2025 Intermediate Climbing Community Annual Mixer and Recap

A chance for us to recap the year, trade stories, hang out, and slap some backs.

Dec 19, 2025
07:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Eastside Club - Olympia
410 4th Ave E, Olympia, WA 98501

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.

Jan 05, 2026
06:00 PM to 08:30 PM
Friends Meeting House
3201 Boston Harbor Road NE, Olympia, WA 98506

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.

Jan 06, 2026
06:00 PM to 08:30 PM
Friends Meeting House
3201 Boston Harbor Road NE, Olympia, WA 98506

Olympia Youth Clubs Holiday Party

Olympia Youth Clubs will celebrate the holidays together!

Dec 18, 2025
06:00 PM to 08:00 PM
Tacoma Program Center
2302 N 30th St, Tacoma, WA 98403

Girl Scouts of JBLM Climbing

An evening of rock climbing with the Girl Scouts of JBLM

Feb 11, 2026
05:00 PM to 07:00 PM
Tacoma Program Center
2302 N 30th St, Tacoma, WA 98403
Meet The Mountaineers Info Session - Feb 19, 2026

Meet The Mountaineers Info Session - Feb 19, 2026

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

Feb 19, 2026
06:30 PM to 08:30 PM
Tacoma Program Center
2302 N 30th St, Tacoma, WA 98403

Great Hall

Olympia MAC Skills Night

Skills practice and preparation for our upcoming adventures!

May 13, 2026
06:00 PM to 08:00 PM
Tacoma Program Center
2302 N 30th St, Tacoma, WA 98403

Olympia MAC Skills Night

Skills practice and preparation for our upcoming adventures!

Jul 02, 2026
06:00 PM to 08:00 PM
Tacoma Program Center
2302 N 30th St, Tacoma, WA 98403

Olympia MAC Skills Night

Skills practice and preparation for our upcoming adventures!

Aug 06, 2026
06:00 PM to 08:00 PM
Tacoma Program Center
2302 N 30th St, Tacoma, WA 98403

Olympia MAC Skills Night

Skills practice and preparation for our upcoming adventures!

Apr 09, 2026
06:00 PM to 08:00 PM
Tacoma Program Center
2302 N 30th St, Tacoma, WA 98403

Olympia MAC Skills Night

Skills practice and preparation for our upcoming adventures!

Mar 05, 2026
06:00 PM to 08:00 PM
Tacoma Program Center
2302 N 30th St, Tacoma, WA 98403

Olympia MAC Skills Night

Skills practice and preparation for our upcoming adventures!

Jun 04, 2026
06:00 PM to 08:00 PM
Tacoma Program Center
2302 N 30th St, Tacoma, WA 98403

Olympia MAC Skills Night

Skills practice and preparation for our upcoming adventures!

Feb 05, 2026
06:00 PM to 08:00 PM
Tacoma Program Center
2302 N 30th St, Tacoma, WA 98403

CANCELED - Olympia MAC Skills Night

Skills practice and preparation for upcoming trips!

Jan 06, 2026
06:00 PM to 08:00 PM
Tacoma Program Center
2302 N 30th St, Tacoma, WA 98403

Olympia MAC Skills Night

We will discuss our upcoming trips, as well as practice skills!

Dec 11, 2025
06:00 PM to 08:00 PM
Tacoma Program Center
2302 N 30th St, Tacoma, WA 98403
Mountaineers Table at Summit, Myths & Music Concert

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.

Mar 29, 2026
01:30 PM to 04:30 PM
Federal Way Performing Arts & Events Center
31510 Pete von Reichbauer Way South, Federal Way, WA 98003
Adventure Speaker Series: Bob Kandiko, Turkey

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.

Feb 04, 2026
06:00 PM to 09:00 PM
Olympia Friends Meeting House
3201 Boston Harbor Rd. NE, Olympia 98506
Adventure Speaker Series: Carolyn Driedger, New views of Mount Rainier

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.

Jan 07, 2026
06:00 PM to 09:00 PM
Olympia Friends Meeting House
3201 Boston Harbor Rd. NE, Olympia 98506
Mailbox Peak

Climbing Conditioner - Mailbox Peak

Day Hiking Trip
Priority to 2026 Olympia climbing and scrambling students. After December 24th, it will open to
Difficulty: Very Strenuous
Mon, Dec 29, 2025
Prerequisites, Leader's Permission Required
6 participants 0 leaders
Registration closes Dec 28
Olympia Branch
BC Field Trip: Basic Skills

BC Field Trip: Basic Skills - Michael T. Simmons Elementary School

Climbing Field trip: Basic Alpine Climbing Course
Olympia Basic Climbing Course - Basic Skills Field Trip
Sat, Feb 7, 2026
No Prerequisites
0 participants 12 instructors
Registration closes Feb 5
Olympia Branch
Dean Taylor
BC Lecture: Snow Skills

BC Lecture: Snow Skills - Lacey Community Center

Climbing Lecture: Basic Alpine Climbing Course
Olympia Basic Climbing Course - Snow Skills
Tue, Apr 21, 2026
No Prerequisites
0 participants 13 instructors
Registration closes Apr 19
Olympia Branch
Michael Walther
BC Lecture: Stuff You Need To Know!

BC Lecture: Stuff You Need To Know! - Online Classroom

Climbing Lecture: Basic Alpine Climbing Course
Olympia Basic Climbing Course - Stuff You Need to Know!
Tue, Feb 3, 2026
No Prerequisites
0 participants 14 instructors
Registration closes Feb 1
Olympia Branch
Michael Walther
Intermediate Ice Lecture I - Private Residence

Intermediate Ice Lecture I - Private Residence

Climbing Lecture: Intermediate Climbing Course
Overview of Ice I field trip, foam wall or 'plice' practice, climbing techniques, equipment discussion.
Wed, Sep 23, 2026
Prerequisites
1 participant 2 instructors
Registration closes Sep 18
Olympia Branch
sara ludeman
Smith Rock

Basic Rock Climb - Smith Rock

Climbing Trip
Basic Rock Climb to Koala Rock, a 3 pitch climb with a 1.5 hour approach.
Difficulty: Basic Rock Climb
Sat, Jun 20, 2026
Prerequisites, Leader's Permission Required
0 participants 0 leaders
Registration closes Jun 18
Olympia Branch
Ben Witten
Qualified Youth Leader
Avalanche Awareness Class - Olympia Friends Meeting House

Avalanche Awareness Class - Olympia Friends Meeting House

Avalanche Safety Seminar
Presented by the Northwest Avalanche Center (NWAC), this class is an introductory presentation geared towards
Difficulty: Casual
Thu, Jan 15, 2026
No Prerequisites
48 participants 7 leaders
Registration closes Jan 13
Olympia Branch
Mike Forsyth
Qualified Youth Leader
Intermediate Ice Field Trip I - Heliotrope Ridge and Lower Coleman Glacier & Seracs

Intermediate Ice Field Trip I - Heliotrope Ridge and Lower Coleman Glacier & Seracs

Climbing Field trip: Intermediate Climbing Course
Introduction to Ice Climbing, Mock leads
Sat, Sep 26, 2026 - Sun, Sep 27, 2026
Prerequisites
1 participant 3 instructors
Registration closes Sep 18
Olympia Branch
sara ludeman
BC Lecture: Rock Skills

BC Lecture: Rock Skills - Lacey Community Center

Climbing Lecture: Basic Alpine Climbing Course
Olympia Basic Climbing Course - Rock Skills
Tue, Mar 10, 2026
No Prerequisites
0 participants 12 instructors
Registration closes Mar 8
Olympia Branch
Michael Walther
BC Field Trip: Snow Weekend

BC Field Trip: Snow Weekend - White Pass Nordic Center

Climbing Field trip: Basic Alpine Climbing Course
Olympia Basic Climbing Course - Snow Weekend
Difficulty: G-XC 2 Advanced Beginner Groomed
Sat, May 16, 2026 - Sun, May 17, 2026
No Prerequisites
0 participants 7 instructors
Registration closes May 14
Olympia Branch
Kerri Wheeler
Qualified Youth Leader