iCalTacoma Branch Upcoming Events
Intermediate Glacier: Skills Clinic 1
This is a mandatory practice session for students in the 2020 Tacoma Intermediate Glacier Course.
Five Lessons Learned in a Decade of Guiding
Evening seminar with Charlotte Austin.
MAC Meeting
Mountaineers Adventure Club for teens age 14-18. MAC is a year-round program for teens who enjoy outdoor adventures.
Intermediate Committee Meeting
Meeting of the Intermediate Climbing Committee
Canyoning Practice Session
A free & open to the public practice session for people interested in canyoning, hosted by the Seattle Canyoning Committee. Our goal in hosting in Tacoma is to meet the needs of folks who live in Pierce County and further south (but all are welcome!)
Craig Romano presents "Urban Trails Tacoma"
Award winning author Craig Romano will present his new book on Urban Trails in Tacoma and the South Sound area.
Pretty Strong Film Screening
Pretty Strong follows eight of the world’s strongest female climbers as they explore new climbing areas, send hard projects, and push the boundaries of the sport and themselves.
Basic / Intermediate 2021 Coordination
Climbing committees coordination
Mini Mountaineers
Mini Mountaineers Nature Activity
Sea Kayak Committee Meeting
Monthly Meeting
BASIC LECTURE 2
Basic Lecture 2 - Health/Nutrition & Mechanics of Rescue
Avalanche Awareness Seminar
Evening of NWAC avalanche education.
Intermediate Glacier Module Field Trip
Alternate location in case of inclement weather
Spring Climbing Summit
Spring Climbing Summit
Explorers Meeting
Meeting for Explorers Youth Club, for kids age 10-13
Photo Group
We get together the 2nd Tuesday of every month to share photos and tips for taking better pictures.
Basic Climbing Course Mentor Night 1
An evening designed for mentors and mentees to practice skills related to the Basic Climbing Course
BeWild with Brendan Leonard
Brendan Leonard bought the url semi-rad.com for $29 in 2011, intending to write a weekly post about adventure for a year and see what happened. Almost nine years later, his writings on Semi-Rad.com are read by half a million people each year. Come listen to Brendan's stories of outdoor adventure and hilarious musings on the outdoor community.
Intermediate Glacier: Skills Clinic 2
This is a mandatory practice session for students in the 2020 Tacoma Intermediate Glacier Course Module.
Wilderness First Aid Course - TACOMA
WFA - RMI
Pioneers Meeting
Pioneers Youth Club for ages 6-9
Basic Lecture 3
Snow Travel, Snow Camping, GAR, and Leave No Trace Ethics
Basic Climbing FIELD TRIP #2 – SKILLS TEST AND GLACIER TRAVEL PRACTICE
Belay, Prusiking, and Leader Tie-off with Belay Escape Tests & Glacier Skills
Basic Climbing FIELD TRIP #2 – SKILLS TEST AND GLACIER TRAVEL PRACTICE
Belay, Prusiking, and Leader Tie-off with Belay Escape Tests & Glacier Skills
Tacoma-Olympia Hike Leader Rendezvous
Join us for this cross-branch event for hike leaders from Tacoma and Olympia.
Scramble Class 1
First night of class
MAC Meeting
Mountaineers Adventure Club for teens age 14-18. MAC is a year-round program for teens who enjoy outdoor adventures.
Wilderness First Aid Scenarios Practice Night
WFA Scenarios
Tacoma Branch Council Meeting
Regular meeting of the Tacoma Branch Council
New Hike and Backpack Leader Seminar
Learn about becoming a Hike or Backpack Leader with The Mountaineers!
Scramble Class 2
Prep for Rock 1
Mini Mountaineers
Mini Mountaineers Nature Activity
Sea Kayak Committee Meeting
Monthly Meeting
Basic Climbing Mentor Night 2
An evening for mentors and mentees to meet and practice skills
Intermediate Rock Lecture 1
Introduction to the Tacoma Intermediate Rock Module, discussion and ground school.
Clayoquot Sound pre-trip kayak meeting
We will meeting in the upstairs board room.
Intro to Backpacking Lecture 1
This is the first of 3 class sessions for the Intro to Backpacking Course.
Explorers Meeting
Meeting for Explorers Youth Club, for kids age 10-13
Basic Climbing FIELD TRIP #4 PREP & ROCK LECTURE
Intro to Rock Climbing & Rappelling
Basic Climbing FIELD TRIP #4 PREP & ROCK LECTURE
Intro to Rock Climbing & Rappelling
Basic Climbing FIELD TRIP #4 – ROCK 1
Rock Climbing & Rappel Practice
Basic Climbing FIELD TRIP #4 – ROCK 1
Rock Climbing & Rappel Practice
Pioneers Meeting
Pioneers Youth Club for ages 6-9
Intro to Backpacking Lecture 2
This is the second of 3 class sessions for the Intro to Backpacking Course.
Photo Group
We get together the 2nd Tuesday of every month to share photos and tips for taking better pictures.
Scramble Class 3
Snow travel, Avalanche information
Branch Leadership Committee
Monthly BLC meeting.
Prospective Climb Leader Seminar
An informational seminar and Q & A about becoming a climb leader. We'll discuss the climb leader pathway, how to find a mentor, the mentored climb process, how to apply, using the website, and more!
Basic Climbing Lecture 4
Decision Making, Group Dynamics, and Climbing Classification
Geology Rocks! Course
Lecture for Geology Rocks! Course
Wilderness First Aid Course - TACOMA
WFA - RMI
Conditioning Hiking Series Classroom Session
Required Meeting to meet leaders, fellow participants, receive course information and learn course expectations and how to sign up for hikes.
Wilderness First Aid Scenarios Practice Night
WFA Scenarios
Wilderness Navigation - Great Hall, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Wilderness Navigation - Great Hall, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Intermediate Rock: Skills Clinic 1
This is a mandatory practice session for the Intermediate Rock Module students, part of the 2020 Tacoma Intermediate Alpine Climbing Course.
Outdoor Leadership Seminar
Start down the path to becoming a Mountaineers trip leader!
Gear Practice Day
This is the last of 3 class sessions for the Intro to Backpacking Course.
Scramble Class 4
Prep for Snow 2, Winter camping
MAC Meeting
Mountaineers Adventure Club for teens age 14-18. MAC is a year-round program for teens who enjoy outdoor adventures.
Wilderness Navigation - Great Hall, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Wilderness Navigation - Great Hall, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Basic Sea Kayak Class Session
All day classroom session as part of the Sea Kayak Basic Course
Ocean City State Park Car Camp
Enjoy a weekend car camp on the Washington Coast, hiking on Saturday to Damon Point, camping Saturday night at Ocean City State Park and hiking Sunday at Griffiths-Priday State Park.
Basic Sailing Class
Classroom session #1 for Tacoma Branch Basic Sailing course.
Explorers Meeting
Meeting for Explorers Youth Club, for kids age 10-13
Scramble Final Exam
Final, prep for snow overnight
Mini Mountaineers
Mini Mountaineers Nature Activity
Intermediate Rock: Lecture 2
This is the small party self-rescue lecture for students in the 2020 Tacoma Intermediate Rock Module.
Wilderness Navigation - Great Hall, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Wilderness Navigation - Great Hall, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Tacoma Branch Council Meeting
Regular meeting of the Tacoma Branch Council
Basic Sailing Class
Classroom session #2 for Tacoma Branch Basic Sailing course.
Intermediate Rock: Skills Clinic 2
This is a mandatory practice session for students in the 2020 Tacoma Intermediate Rock Module to prepare for the Small Party Self Rescue field trip.
Photo Group
We get together the 2nd Tuesday of every month to share photos and tips for taking better pictures.
Basic Climbing Lecture 5
Glacier Travel & Crevasse Rescue Pt. 2
Wilderness Navigation - Great Hall, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Wilderness Navigation - Great Hall, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
BeWild with Vik Sahney
Vik is an avid outdoor adventurer, and in 2011 he became one of ~350 people and the first Indian-American to complete the 7 Summits, summiting the tallest peak on each continent including Mt. Everest (May 2009). Join us to hear Vik's story of adversity and persistence to climb to the top.
Mt. Rainier National Park Volunteer Brunch
Pot luck brunch for anyone interested in volunteering at Mt Rainier National Park-- Meadow Rovers, Citizen Scientists, and other VIP's (Volunteers in the Park) as well as new or prospective volunteers
Pioneers Meeting
Pioneers Youth Club for ages 6-9
Basic Sailing Class
Third classroom session for Tacoma Branch Basic Sailing course
Backcountry Cooking with Chef Corso
Learn about upcoming events in the Tacoma Hiking & Backpacking Community then join us for a hands-on cooking workshop with Chef Corso!
Basic Lecture - Additional
Basic lecture: TBD
Wilderness First Aid Course - TACOMA
WFA - RMI
Basic Sailing Class
Classroom session #3 for Tacoma Branch Basic Sailing course.
Wilderness First Aid Scenarios Practice Night
WFA Scenarios
MAC Meeting
Mountaineers Adventure Club for teens age 14-18. MAC is a year-round program for teens who enjoy outdoor adventures.
Basic Climbing - FT 6 Prep: Crevasse Rescue
Crevasse rescue prep. Mostly in park
Basic Climbing - FT 6 Prep: Crevasse Rescue
Crevasse rescue prep
North Olympic Coast Car Camp
Experience two popular and scenic North Olympics beaches, hiking Rialto Beach through Hole-in-the-Wall on Saturday and Second Beach on Sunday, and camping Saturday night at spacious Mora Campground.
New Hike and Backpack Leader Seminar
Learn about becoming a Hike or Backpack Leader for The Mountaineers!
The Mountaineers 50-Year Member Luncheon 2020
Each year, The Mountaineers celebrates our legacy members by hosting a luncheon for those who have been members for over 50 years or have received an honorary membership. This event is by invite only.
Explorers Meeting
Meeting for Explorers Youth Club, for kids age 10-13
Mini Mountaineers
Mini Mountaineers Nature Activity
Sea Kayakers Potluck/meeting
Social hour to have fun, elect officers, and conduct any business needed.
Basic Climbing Mentor Night 3
An event for Mentors and Mentees to practice skills for the Basic Climbing Course
Wild Skills Day for Girls
The Tacoma Mountaineers partners with SheJumps for the fun-filled day of outdoor skill building for girls
Photo Group
We get together the 2nd Tuesday of every month to share photos and tips for taking better pictures.
Basic Climbing Final Exam
Basic final exam. Bring a laptop!
Shi Shi Beach Car Camp
Explore the two most spectacular places on the Olympic Coast, hiking to Cape Flattery on Saturday and Shi Shi Beach on Sunday, camping Saturday night on the beach at popular Hobuck Beach Resort Campground near Neah Bay.
Pioneers Meeting
Pioneers Youth Club for ages 6-9
MAC Meeting
Mountaineers Adventure Club for teens age 14-18. MAC is a year-round program for teens who enjoy outdoor adventures.
Summer Camp
Summer Day Camp at the Tacoma Mountaineers
Mini Mountaineers
Mini Mountaineers Nature Activity
Summer Camp
Summer Day Camp at the Tacoma Mountaineers
Explorers Meeting
Meeting for Explorers Youth Club, for kids age 10-13
Summer Camp
Summer Day Camp at the Tacoma Mountaineers
Ozette Triangle Car Camp
Experience the splendor of the Ozette Triangle as a day hike, camping Saturday night at the spacious Lost Resort at Lake Ozette, where amenities include a store, potable water, a nice restroom and hot showers. Sunday we will hike the nine mile Ozette Triangle, taking us by Cape Alava, where we visit the Indian Museum, Wedding Rocks, where we see ancient petroglyphs and Sand Point, where we have a panoramic view of the coast from atop a small hill.
Pioneers Meeting
Pioneers Youth Club for ages 6-9
Summer Camp
Summer Day Camp at the Tacoma Mountaineers
Photo Group
We get together the 2nd Tuesday of every month to share photos and tips for taking better pictures.
Summer Camp
Summer Day Camp at the Tacoma Mountaineers
Summer Camp
Summer Day Camp at the Tacoma Mountaineers
MAC Meeting
Mountaineers Adventure Club for teens age 14-18. MAC is a year-round program for teens who enjoy outdoor adventures.
Intermediate Glacier: Lecture 3
Hard snow and ice lecture for students in the 2020 Tacoma Intermediate Glacier Course Module.
Explorers Meeting
Meeting for Explorers Youth Club, for kids age 10-13
Mini Mountaineers
Mini Mountaineers Nature Activity
North Olympics Car Camp
Experience two of the most beautiful areas of the Olympic Peninsula, day hiking to the Dungeness Spit Lighthouse on Saturday. camping Saturday night at the popular Dungeness Campground and hiking Sunday on Hurricane Ridge, where the views are spectacular.
Photo Group
We get together the 2nd Tuesday of every month to share photos and tips for taking better pictures.
MAC Meeting
Mountaineers Adventure Club for teens age 14-18. MAC is a year-round program for teens who enjoy outdoor adventures.
Intermediate Glacier: Skills Clinic 3
This is a mandatory practice session for students in the 2020 Tacoma Intermediate Glacier Course Module.
Pioneers Meeting
Pioneers Youth Club for ages 6-9
Baker Lodge Retreat!
Join the Tacoma Hiking and Backpacking Committee for an adventure-filled weekend at Mt. Baker Lodge. We have multiple hikes scheduled on Friday, Saturday and Sunday.
Wilderness Navigation - Great Hall, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Wilderness Navigation - Great Hall, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Wilderness Navigation - Great Hall, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Wilderness Navigation - Great Hall, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Photo Group
We get together the 2nd Tuesday of every month to share photos and tips for taking better pictures.
New Hike and Backpack Leader Seminar
Learn about becoming a Hike or Backpack Leader for The Mountaineers!
Wilderness First Aid Course - TACOMA
WFA - RMI
BLC Retreat
Bi-annual BLC retreat.
Ocean City State Park Car Camp
This is a weekend car camp, September 26-27, on the Washington Coast, consisting of a Saturday loop day hike around Damon Point, camping Saturday night at Ocean City State Park and hiking on Sunday on the Copalis River sandspit in Griffiths-Priday State Park.
Photo Grooup
We get together the 2nd Tuesday of every month to share photos and tips for taking better pictures.
Planned Giving Information Session
What will your legacy be? For new and potential members interested in learning more about how to make a lasting difference in your community. Join us as we hear from qualified estate planning and financial planning professionals for this free, one hour presentation to help you with the basics of estate planning, charitable opportunities, and estate taxes.
Wilderness First Aid Course - TACOMA
WFA - RMI
Climbing Graduation Party
Honor volunteers and celebrate grads from our Basic and Intermediate Climbing Courses!
So Long Summer, Hello Fall Celebration
Join us for an evening celebrating the wrap up of summertime activities! All are welcome to attend.
Photo Group
We get together the 2nd Tuesday of every month to share photos and tips for taking better pictures.
Planned Giving Information Session
What will your legacy be? For new and potential members interested in learning more about how to make a lasting difference in your community. Join us as we hear from qualified estate planning and financial planning professionals for this free, one hour presentation to help you with the basics of estate planning, charitable opportunities, and estate taxes.
Gear Swap w/ SheJumps
Used Gear Sale!
2020 Scramble Summit
A meeting of the scrambling committees
Photo Group
We get together the 2nd Tuesday of every month to share photos and tips for taking better pictures.
Planned Giving Information Session
What will your legacy be? For new and potential members interested in learning more about how to make a lasting difference in your community. Join us as we hear from qualified estate planning and financial planning professionals for this free, one hour presentation to help you with the basics of estate planning, charitable opportunities, and estate taxes.
Photo Group
We get together the 2nd Tuesday of every month to share photos and tips for taking better pictures.
BeWild Soft Hold
Holding for the 2021 BeWild Speaker Series
Volunteer Appreciation Dinner - 2021
Every year, The Mountaineers hosts an organization-wide Volunteer Appreciation Dinner at the Seattle Program Center! This event is open to all volunteers across the organization. Thank you for your dedication and commitment to supporting our programs!
BeWild Soft Hold
Holding for the 2021 BeWild Speaker Series
BeWild Soft Hold
Holding for the 2021 BeWild Speaker Series
The Mountaineers 50-Year Member Luncheon 2021
Each year, The Mountaineers celebrates our legacy members by hosting a luncheon for those who have been members for over 50 years or have received an honorary membership. This event is by invite only.