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
This org-wide award recognizes above-and-beyond contributions to The Mountaineers youth programs.
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.
NIKO Course
The holder of this badge has successfully completed the NWAC facilitated “NIKO course - Winter backcountry preparedness for youth”
Pathfinders
Pathfinders Badge Given to those 6-9 year olds who sign up for our year round course!
Qualified Youth Leader
This badge represents successful completion of a background check and basic education about mandatory reporting, child abuse/neglect, and principles of safe supervision.
Summer Camp
The holder of this badge has participated in a Mountaineers Summer Camp Program either as a participant, volunteer, or staff member.