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Adventure with Purpose: A Recap of Our 2024 Gala
Mountaineers gathered in person and virtually for our biggest Gala yet on April 6. We raised $650,000 in support of mission-driven programming and publishing. Read on to relive the evening and celebrate everyone who made it a night to remember.
Action Alert! Keep Up the Momentum for the EXPLORE Act
We’re excited to share that the EXPLORE Act - a package of bills that would improve sustainable and equitable access to outdoor recreation - passed the House of Representatives this week. Learn more about this latest legislative milestone for recreation on federal public lands, and use our action form to thank your Representative and urge your Senators to pass the package this year.
Introducing the Four-Legged Hike Leader Badge
In recognition of the importance of our four-legged friends, we’re thrilled to introduce our newest badge: the Four-Legged Hike Leader! Learn more about how to qualify, and get your furry friend on their way to becoming a hike leader today.
Top 10 Trip Reports - March 2024
Each month, we sort through all your trip reports. Then, we pick our favorites and celebrate them here! Read on for our favorites from March 2024.
Youth Outside | Meet the Members of Our Youth Team
In this piece from Mountaineer magazine, get to know the friendly faces that lead Mountaineers Youth Programs.
CEO Update: Organizational Realignment & Hiring Plan
In order to better serve our community and realize the potential of our new strategic plan, The Mountaineers has made some changes to our staff structure to invest in under-resourced areas and better support our community. This realignment is not about cutting costs or staff - it’s a net investment in our current areas of need to help us deliver a bigger mission impact and better position us to implement our strategic plan. Read on to learn about the key changes and see our listings for open roles.