Tacoma Branch Upcoming Events
Partner Program - SAMI
Climbing program for partner school, SAMI
MAC Adv. Skills Night
Advanced skills practice for MAC Teen club
Tacoma Branch Council Meeting
Want to learn more and get more involved with the Tacoma Branch? RSVP to learn about branch operations and participate in conversation.
Equity & Belonging Committee Retreat
Equity & Belonging Committee Retreat
Freshwaters Illustrated Film Showing
Northwest focused film night hosted by Freshwaters Illustrated
Farther: Thru-hiker Heather 'Anish' Anderson
Heather "Anish" Anderson, who has completed blisteringly fast thru-hikes of the Appalachian Trail, Pacific Crest Trail, and Continental Divide Trail, writes about backpacking these iconic locations. She'll join us to talk about her latest book, "Farther."
Climbing Programs Committee Meeting
Q1 review of safety incidents, budget, course/curriculum feedback, leadership development. Zoom info and agenda to be sent via email.
Intermediate Climbing
Various lectures and practice sessions for Intermediate climbing
Partner Program - SAMI
Climbing program for partner school, SAMI
MAC Skills Night
MAC Teen Club working on skills at the Program Center
Wilderness First Aid (WFA)
This course is set up for club wide Backpacking and Hiking Leaders and students. DO NOT SIGN UP..unless you are part of that group or have talked with one of the committee members. This Wilderness First Aid (WFA) certification course is delivered in a hybrid format, with an online component, a practical hands on training component, and a final assessment.
Wilderness
WFA for Tacoma courses
VIRTUAL Meet The Mountaineers Info Session - Mar 10, 2026
Join us for a virtual Meet The Mountaineers, a facilitated online meet and greet and a 90-minute presentation. Meet some fellow Mountaineers, learn about our history and how you can get involved, and get a quick overview of our website to find opportunities to jump in and get outside.
Intermediate Climbing
Various lectures and practice sessions for Intermediate climbing
Partner Program - SAMI
Climbing program for partner school, SAMI
Tacoma Alpine Scrambling Course - Kick Off
The training evolution begins during this first team meeting. This is a comprehensive day of training designed to set students up for success.
Wilderness Navigation Classroom Session
Wilderness Navigation Classroom Session to focus on compass bearing's and map work
Partner Program - Pierce County Juvenile Court
Climbing program for PCJC
Partner Program - SAMI
Climbing program for partner school, SAMI
Branch Leadership Committee
Monthly Branch Leadership Committee (BLC) meeting.
MAC Adv. Skills Night
Advanced skills practice for MAC Teen club
Monthly Equity & Belonging Committee Meetings
Monthly meetings for Equity & Belonging Committee members
Where in the World Have You Been? Hiking Adventures in Scotland
Marilyn Thompson, Don Thompson, and Lisa McPeak describe their separate trips and recent routes in Scotland, suggesting various ways of planning a Highlands or Lowlands excursion.
South Sound Leadership Conference Set-Up
Staff and Volunteers will be setting up for the South Sound Leadership Conference
2026 South Sound Leadership Conference
The South Sound Leadership Conference is a fun day of professional development dedicated to thanking, inspiring, and empowering the Mountaineers current and aspiring volunteer leaders.
Olympia Basic Alpine Climbing Rock 1 FT
TPC reserved for Rock Fundamentals Field Trip for Olympia Basic Climbing Course. Please register for the event through the course page.
Partner Program - SAMI
Climbing program for partner school, SAMI
MAC Leadership Seminar
Leadership discussions for MAC upperclassmen
Board of Directors Retreat
Mountaineers Board of Directors Retreat
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.