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 Greta Leuschke
Branch Seattle
When did you first get involved with The Mountaineers? 2023
What youth programs do you participate in with The Mountaineers? Jr. MAC
10 ESSENTIAL QUESTIONS:
What is your favorite outdoor activity and why?
Cross-country skiing because you can see amazing things and also get a good workout in, instead of just sitting on a ski lift and then going down. You can actually go up and down.
Why do you participate in Mountaineers Youth Programs?
The outdoors is an amazing place that people don't go often enough. Also I love to explore.
What is your favorite Mountaineers memory?
It's a tie between finally arriving at Rampart Lakes after a long hike and my second snowshoe at Mt. Baker.
If you could give one piece of advice to someone who wants to spend more time outside, what would you say?
Follow your heart and dreams, but I'm telling you, you should join Mountaineers youth clubs if you want to have an experience of a lifetime.
What have you learned at The Mountaineers that you apply to other parts of your life?
Well, I learned that if somebody is having trouble with something, help them. After all, teamwork makes the dream work, and TEAM stands for: Together Everyone Achieves More.
LIGHTNING ROUND
Sunrise or sunset? Sunset
Favorite season? Spring
What’s your 11th essential? A good book
If you could have any superpower, what would it be?Intangibility
Favorite post activity meal? Root beer float
NOMINATE YOURSELF FOR MOUNTAINEER OF THE WEEK
Mountaineers 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 membership, and we hope these weekly features highlight who we are and why our community plays an important part in feeling belonging in the outdoors. 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!
Want to nominate a friend? Email Bayley Stejer to make a recommendation.
