Derick Lugo and Heather Anderson
Mar 5, 2026
Celebrate the release of these inspiring thru-hikers new books, A Fabulous Thru-Hike and Farther.
Equity & Belonging
At The Mountaineers, we aspire to offer outdoor opportunities for all, and are committed to building a community where everyone feels belonging. Learn more on our Equity & Belonging page.
Latest Updates from the Blog
Coexisting with Wildlife Through Wildlife-Smart Recreation Practices
Winter is a great time to learn more about wildlife-smart recreation practices for your outdoor trips. Whether you’re enjoying a close-to-home hike or venturing deep in the backcountry, reflections and tips from our recent Leadership Development Series seminar will help you lessen your impact on wildlife and their habitat while recreating on public lands.
How To: Go on Your First Mountaineers Hike
Joining a day hike is one of the best ways to get involved in your Mountaineers community. From navigating the website to showing up at the trailhead, these tips will help you hit the trail with us in no time.
Mountaineer of the Week: Elsa Griffaton
Meet Elsa, a Mountaineers Adventure Club student who experienced fear while climbing Forbidden Peak, and summited anyway because of her supportive community.
Congratulations To Our 2025 Volunteer Award Recipients!
The Mountaineers is proud to have thousands of dedicated volunteers who help make our community thrive. Each year, we honor a select few individuals who went above and beyond in their contributions.
Take the 2026 Stewardship Challenge!
Giving back to our public lands through participation in on-the-ground stewardship is a great way to deepen your connection to - and care for - the natural world. This year, stewardship leaders from across our branches encourage you to take the annual Stewardship Challenge by participating in at least six hours of trailwork or another stewardship activity.
The Summit Feels Different When You Belong
In this feature from Mountaineer magazine, read why affinity spaces are important and how they create a sense of belonging in the alpine.
Funding Secured for Seattle Program Center Heat Pump Project
We’re excited to share an exciting development in our work to convert the Seattle Program Center to a net zero carbon emissions facility. With a recent grant award from Puget Sound Energy, we now have the necessary funding to transition from the SPC’s gas-powered furnaces to energy-efficient heat pumps, a huge step toward making the Program Center more environmentally friendly.
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