Youth Badges
Explorers
This badge represents current participation in the Explorers, a year-round outdoor adventure program for youth ages 10-13. The group meets every month at The Mountaineers Seattle Program Center to learn skills, and goes on 1-2 outings a month.
Leadership in Youth Education Award
Established in 2015, the Martinique Grigg Leadership in Youth Education Award recognizes a volunteer who has contributed to our youth programs in a way that supports our efforts to ensure that youth have access to the outdoor experience and the many opportunities it provides.
Mountaineers Adventure Club
This badge represents current participation in the year-round Mountaineers Adventure Club (MAC) for youth aged 14-19. MAC participants are in charge of planning single-day outings as well as week-long camping trips.
Pioneers
Pioneer Badge Given to those 8-9 year olds who sign up for our year round course!
Qualified Youth Leader
This badge represents successful completion of a background check and education about mandatory reporting, child abuse/neglect, and principles of safe supervision.