Seattle Program Center Upcoming Member Events
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North Sound Leadership Conference
The annual Leadership Conference is a fun day of professional development dedicated to thanking, inspiring and empowering the Mountaineers’ current and aspiring volunteer leaders.
Bikes & Brews Series- Bikepacking the Fat Pursuit winter ultra fat bike race with Emma Agosta and Brian Starlin
So you think you want to go bikepacking in the snow? Maybe in January in Idaho in -9F? Then the Fat Camp run by Jay Petervary and the Fat Pursuit race may be just what you need to hear about! Come hear Emma Agosta and Brian Starlin sharing lessons and tragicomic stories from their Fat Pursuit ultra winter bikepacking race attempt last January 2025.
SPC Opening and Closing Clinic
Small gathering of course leadership to show them new outdoor resources for hosting courses at the SPC.
Seattle Branch Book Club: A Year In Paradise
Get ready for the winter season with the in-person return of the Book Club (debuted online during the pandemic). We'll meet for discussion and potluck dessert.
Holiday Gear Grab
Say goodbye to 2025 by unloading your extra outdoor gear or by scoring items on your holiday gear wish list with our Holiday Gear Grab! Mountaineers members and nonmembers can stop by The Seattle Program Center on December 15 from 6-8pm to buy or sell their gently used outdoor gear.
CANCELED - Packraft Film Festival
A showing of the International Packraft Film Festival, brought to you by the Mountaineers Packrafting Committee
Beta and Brews: Finally Tackling the PCT
So many of us have that quiet thought that turns into a full on existential shout about once per year: I should hike the PCT. Well Tim Egan listened to that thought and he went out and did it! Join us for an evening of beta and brews while Tim recaps his adventure.
Winter Solstice Celebration with Sound Bath and Breath Meditation
Winter Solstice Celebration with soothing sound bath session. More info to come.
Bookstore and Offices Closed
Bookstore and Offices closed for the Christmas Holiday
Bookstore Closed
Bookstore closed.
Bookstore and Offices Closed
Bookstore and Offices Closed - New Year's Holiday
Bookstore Closed
Bookstore closed
Meet The Mountaineers Info Session - Jan 8, 2026
For new and potential members looking to learn more about what The Mountaineers has to offer.
Seattle Branch Book Club: Spark Birds
Let's get birdy! We'll meet for discussion and potluck dessert. This is a collection of essays and poems about owls, cranes, thrushes, finches, penguins, petrels, and buzzards--and the people who love them.
Banff Centre Mountain Film Festival World Tour - Seattle
We are thrilled to bring the Banff Centre Mountain Film Festival World Tour once again to Seattle!
Banff Centre Mountain Film Festival World Tour - Seattle
We are thrilled to bring the Banff Centre Mountain Film Festival World Tour once again to Seattle!
Bikes & Brews Series- Surviving a Cougar Attack. Five friends on a routine gravel ride encounter the unthinkable with Keri Bergere, Annie Bilotta and Aune Tietz
January's edition of Bikes & Brews features an incredible story of bravery and survival. 5 women are out on a gravel ride on a well-known route on a beautiful winter day. The most unlikely and unimaginable encounter turns into a 45 min fight for life and death with a cougar. The bravery, resoucefulness and resilience of the women saves the life of Keri and bonds them for life. The Mountaineers are honored to hear their story directly for the first time. Keri, Annie and Aune will also share many lessons learned about how to prevent and protect themselves from dangerous wildlife encounters.
Sea Kayak Post Holiday Party and Trip Planning
Inviting all Seattle Sea Kayakers to gather for a Post Holiday party with dinner provided (Taco Bar). We will spend the second half of the night building excitement for the coming years and planning trips.
Seattle Branch Volunteer Appreciation Banquet - Celebrating 2025
Appreciation event with dinner, dessert, drinks, and awards for Seattle Branch volunteers. Thank you for your dedication and commitment to supporting our programs!
Introduction to E-Bike Adventuring
Ready to take your wanderlust electric? This virtual (ZOOM) presentation is designed for adventure travelers who want to explore the world on two wheels—with a little extra power. Whether you're planning a multi-day bikepacking trip, tackling rugged terrain, or just curious about how e-bikes can elevate your travel game, this session equips you with the knowledge and confidence to go the distance.
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!
Bikes and Brews Series: Cycling Sardinia: A 15-Day Tour of Roads, Passes, and Villages
Join us in February to hear stories and see stunning images by Raja Hamid and Leah Breen recounting their 300 mile-long bike tour across Sardinia in spring 2025.
Open Climb Night
A chance for members to come and use the climbing wall in Goodman C, and if weather permits climb the South Wall.
Conditioning for Menopausal and Peri-Menopausal women
Details to be provided later
Open Climb Night
A chance for members to come and use the climbing wall in Goodman C, and if weather permits climb the South Wall.
Bikes & Brews Series- Bikepacking Newfoundland T'railway with Philip Ouellette
Join us in March for this fabulous presentation on the Newfoundland T'Railway. Philip Ouellette will share route information, photos and stories from his bikepacking trip on the Newfoundland T’Railway”, a 550 mile route that crosses the scenic open country of Newfoundland from east to west along an unpaved railbed. The route takes you through a stunning mix of often damp, open, and expansive terrain, as well as vibrant urban cities, on the journey between Channel-Port aux Basques and St. John’s.
Scrambling Skills Workshop - Mountaineers Seattle Program Center
Practice rock and snow skills in a controlled environment at the Seattle Program Center to prepare for your field trips. 6-9 pm
100 Peaks In Mount Rainier National Park Celebration
An evening program to recognize and acknowledge those individuals that are working on the "100 Peaks" list.
SEA Hike & Backpack Leaders Spring Potluck
Plan on a fun evening of food and drink with your fellow trip leaders! Adult +1s and prospective leaders are welcome.
CANCELED - Open Climb Night
A chance for members to come and use the climbing wall in Goodman C, and if weather permits climb the South Wall.