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: Brian Stone
Branch: Tacoma
How long have you been volunteering with The Mountaineers? One year
What activities do you participate in with The Mountaineers? Sea kayaking
10 ESSENTIAL QUESTIONS
WHAT FIRST BROUGHT YOU TO THE MOUNTAINEERS?
I wanted to find other paddlers I could learn from.
HOW DID YOU GET STARTED AS A VOLUNTEER?
I took some pretty challenging leadership courses and I finally felt I was ready to start leading trips and give back to the
community in that way.
WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE MOUNTAINEERS MEMORY?
Probably surfing at Hobuck and hanging out with friends afterward at camp.
WHAT IS ONE THING YOU DO AS A LEADER TO MAKE YOUR PARTICIPANTS FEEL WELCOME?
Address them by name and ask them how they're doing!
WHAT ADVICE DO YOU HAVE FOR ASPIRING VOLUNTEERS?
Don't be afraid to make unpopular decisions!
LIGHTNING ROUND
What's your favorite close-to-home adventure? Henderson Bay when the south wind is firing!
What's you 11th Essential? Beer
Post-trip meal or go-to place of choice? Chicken katsu curry
What's next on your bucket list? I'd like to lead some trips at Deception Pass
If you could be adept at any outdoor activity overnight, what would it be? Ski Mountaineering
NOMINATE YOURSELF FOR MOUNTAINEER OF THE WEEK
Mountaineers volunteers come in all shapes and sizes, varying widely in age, outdoor experience, and length of time involved in The Mountaineers. Part of what makes our community so unique is the broad diversity of our leadership, and we hope these weekly features highlight how our trip leaders, course instructors, and committee and branch officers support our community. We are always seeking self-nominations for our Mountaineer of the Week, and we invite you to share your story. Trust us, we want to hear from you!
If you’re a leader (or want to nominate a leader to spotlight), send an email to Michelle Song to make a recommendation.
