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: Lee Zamos (he/him)
Hometown: Auburn Township, OH
Member since: 2016
Occupation: Dentist
10 ESSENTIAL QUESTIONS:
WHAT FIRST BROUGHT YOU TO THE MOUNTAINEERS?
In summer of 2016, my buddy and I managed to find ourselves on the Sahale glacier. We turned around (because we had no idea how to be safe on a glacier) and yet, I wanted to go higher. I ultimately chose The Mountaineers for the community.
WHAT’S YOUR FAVORITE MOUNTAINEERS MEMORY?
My first alpine climb: West McMillan spire. It was such a grand and beautiful adventure in the midst of a very personally tumultuous year. I remember feeling so proud of myself for being in that place, with those people, doing an incredibly rad thing.
What does adventure mean to you?
Pushing myself to explore with the right mix of adrenaline, beauty, and solitude.
WHAT INSPIRES YOU TO DONATE TO THE MOUTNAINEERS?
My family and I love supporting the mission of The Mountaineers and helping more people gain access to what has given so much to us. I hope others find opportunities to learn about themselves, grow, and explore as I have.
Lightning Round
Sunrise or sunset? Sunrise
Smile or game face? Smile
What's your favorite close-to-home outdoor activity? Hiking the I-90 corridor with my two-year-old son
What's your 11th Essential? Gummy worms
What's next on your bucket list? Sahale - what originally inspired me to join The Mountaineers.
If you could be adept at any outdoor activity overnight, what would it be? Leading alpine trad confidently
