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: Sarvinder Marwaha
Hometown: Born in Amritsar, grew up in different parts of Northern India
Member Since: September 2019
Occupation: A founder of the nonprofit, TrailBliss
Favorite Activities: Hiking, scrambling, mountaineering, backpacking, biking
10 ESSENTIAL QUESTIONS:
WHAT first brought you to the mountaineers?
Proximity to mountains was the biggest motivation to move to Washington. Mountaineers programs, its collective knowledge, and the opportunity to connect with other like-minded people were some of the reasons to join The Mountaineers.
WHy do you like getting OUTSIDE WITH US?
Only one reason... pure awesomeness of leaders!
WHAT'S YOUR FAVORITE MOUNTAINEERS MEMORY?
More than a dozen times I sat on the rock outcrops and looked up longingly at the Haystack, wondering how does the world look from up there! Every hike to Mount Si stoked my curiosity.
Taking in the scenery from the top of the Haystack is my favorite Mountaineers memory. The whole experience was made special by the Alpine Geek aka Travis Precott! His down-to-earth attitude, willingness to help others, and easy disposition make every trip memorable.
WHO/WHAT INSPIRES YOU?
Our incredibly beautiful planet, Sir David Attenborough, Reinhold Messner, Richard Feynman, and Calvin Hobbs!
WHAT DOES ADVENTURE MEAN TO YOU?
Adventure is the spirit of exploration. Adventure is stepping into the unknown. Adventure is a personal journey inwards and outwards. Adventure is pushing the comfort zone to make space for growth. Adventure is living with a sense of wonder and openness to the unexpected. Adventure is to take the risk of failure.
LIGHTNING ROUND!
Sunrise or sunset? Sunset
Smile or game face? Smile
What's your 11th Essential? Portable charger
What’s your happy place? Ladakh and Washington!
Post-adventure meal of choice? Hot pizza with basil pesto sauce and everything on it!
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 Skye Michel to make a recommendation.
