The Mountaineers
Each week we bring you a personal story from one of our members. For our member profile this week we talked to....
Name: Sue Bennett
Hometown: Bellingham, WA
Member Since: November 2002
Occupation: Pediatric Dental Hygienist
Favorite Activities: Climbing, mountaineering, climbing, hiking, climbing, soccer, and climbing
10 Essentials: Questions
How did you get involved with The Mountaineers?
After hiking and backpacking all my life, I became interested in climbing Mt Baker. I went on a guided climb and was hooked. I ran into a Mountaineer at the local AAI store while looking for climbing gear (I am a hopeless gear junkie), who invited me to come to a meeting and apply to the climbing course.
What motivates you to get outside with us?
I have met some of my very best friends and climbing partners through the club. I love being with capable people who are passionate about being in the alpine and are fun to be with.
What's your favorite Mountaineers memory?
The first climb of Mt Baker I did with my fellow basic classmates, using our newly found skills.
Who/What inspires you?
My love for the mountains and the people who give so much to make our group so fantastic.
What does adventure mean to you?
Having a certain degree of unknown in a trip. Having some wildness there too. Testing your knowledge and skills. A mix and match of challenges and fun.
Lightning Round
What's your 11th essential? My newest fave is the Gaia app on my phone.
Editor's Note: Mountaineers members enjoy DISCOUNTED ACCESS to the Gaia App.
EDITOR'S NOTE: SADLY, SUE BENNETT PASSED AWAY IN JULY 2017 AS THE RESULT OF A CLIMBING ACCIDENT. SHE WAS A BELOVED 15-YEAR MEMBER OF THE MOUNTAINEERS COMMUNITY - A BELLINGHAM BRANCH MEMBER, VOLUNTEER LEADER, AND BOARD MEMBER. IN 2016, SUE RECEIVED BELLINGHAM'S BRANCH SERVICE AWARD FOR HER LEADERSHIP AND DEDICATION. Learn more about her incredible impact.
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