Volunteer with Youth Programs
Thinking about getting involved in Youth Programs? Fantastic! The Mountaineers run a variety of programs designed to foster a love of the outdoors. We are always looking for volunteers who are excited about sharing their skills and being mentors. Find out about types of programs, volunteer requirements, and current opportunities!
Programs where we need your help
The Mountaineers offers a variety of custom partner programs, called Mountain Workshops, for youth serving organizations. Mountain Workshops are single or multi-day experiences designed in collaboration with partner organizations to meet the educational goals of their group. Programs happen mid-week, on weekends, and in the evenings, and need volunteers to help belay, teach basic first aid, navigation, outdoor cooking, and much more. It's easy, fun, low-commitment, and very rewarding.
Mountaineers summer campers ages 6–12 spend their days climbing, swimming, learning outdoor curriculum, completing stewardship projects, and exploring the great PNW. Volunteers are invited to belay campers every Friday morning from 9:30am–12:00pm. It's a fun, easy way to connect with campers and give back to The Mountaineers community.
Join youth ages 6–13 outside all year long in the full array of outdoor activities offered by The Mountaineers. Get involved by helping belay at a skills workshop, or teach backpacking basics, navigation, or how to cook a favorite camping meal at a monthly meeting for our families.
Hoping to help out with our Teen Club? Head on over to the Seattle Mountaineers Adventure Club (MAC) page to learn more.
Ready to jump in? Click on an activity, choose register an instructor on the right side, and sign up for the activity. If you have any questions contact the event lead listed.
Upcoming Activities:
Seattle MAC Alpine Scramble - Del Campo Peak
Seattle Junior MAC Summer Trip! - Squamish
Seattle Explorers Summer Trip! - Squamish
Seattle MAC Backpacking Trip - Spider Meadows, Spider Gap, Lyman Lakes & Buck Creek Pass
Seattle MAC Conditioning Hike - Cascade Pass & Sahale Arm
TAC MAC Alpine Climb - Mount Thompson/West Ridge
TAC MAC Skills Night - Mountaineers Tacoma Program Center
Seattle MAC- End of Year Potluck
The MAC cohort meets on the first Wednesday of the month. We'll learn new skills, discuss upcoming trips, and plan activities
TAC MAC Alpine Climb - Gilbert Peak/Conrad Glacier
TAC MAC Alpine Climb - Mount Shuksan/Fisher Chimneys
Seattle MAC Ladies Backpacking Trip - Seven Lakes Basin & High Divide
Magnuson Park In-Town Day - Mountaineers Seattle Program Center
Magnuson Park In-Town Day - Mountaineers Seattle Program Center
Magnuson Park In-Town Day - Mountaineers Seattle Program Center
Magnuson Park In-Town Day - Mountaineers Seattle Program Center
Magnuson Park In-Town Day - Mountaineers Seattle Program Center
Seattle MAC Conditioning Hike - Vesper Peak
Seattle MAC- Open House for Prospective Members
The MAC New Information Seminar is an open house for prospective students (9th-12th grade) and their families to learn more about the program from staff and returning students.
Seattle Volunteer with Youth Orientation Dinner
A time for parents and volunteers to learn about the youth programs and how to volunteer/become involved.
Seattle MAC Workshop - Climbing 101
Intro to climbing and belay on top rope
Seattle MAC- General Meeting
The MAC cohort meets on the first Wednesday of the month. We'll learn new skills, discuss upcoming trips, and plan activities
Seattle Pathfinders Hike - Park Butte
Seattle MAC Workshop - Anchors & Cleaning
A workshop to learn how to build anchors, how they work, and how to clean them off a fixed anchor. Students will learn how to clean and lower.
Seattle MAC- General Meeting
The MAC cohort meets on the first Wednesday of the month. We'll learn new skills, discuss upcoming trips, and plan activities
SEA Youth Clubs Parents Workshop - Welcome & Website 101
Welcome to clubs and intro to the website.
Seattle MAC Workshop - Lead Climbing Part I
MAC students will learn how to lead belay with good technique.
Seattle MAC- General Meeting
The MAC cohort meets on the first Wednesday of the month. We'll learn new skills, discuss upcoming trips, and plan activities
Seattle MAC- Holiday Party
MAC Holiday party: potluck, gifts, community building.
SEA Youth Clubs Parents Workshop: Trip Leadership Part I
SEA youth club parents come together to learn what it takes to plan and lead trips for the youth clubs.
Seattle MAC- General Meeting
The MAC cohort meets on the first Wednesday of the month. We'll learn new skills, discuss upcoming trips, and plan activities