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Mountaineer of the Week: Daisy Fish
The Mountaineers
Each week we bring you a personal story from one of our members. For our member profile this week we talked to... Read more…
50+ Year Member Lunch Recap 2024
The Mountaineers
On June 13, 2024, we celebrated the legacy and impact of our 50+ year members with a hosted lunch at the Seattle Program Center. We are thankful for their commitment to our outdoor community and for their steadfast support of The Mountaineers mission. Read more…
Mountaineer of the Week: Malcolm Moncheur
The Mountaineers
Each week we bring you a personal story from one of our members. For our member profile this week we talked to... Read more…
Mountaineer of the Week: Christy McKinney
The Mountaineers
Each week we bring you a personal story from one of our members. For our member profile this week we talked to.. Read more…
Impact Report for Fiscal Year 2023
The Mountaineers
Your passion, expertise, and generosity are the cornerstones of everything we achieve at The Mountaineers. We’re thrilled to present our annual impact report for fiscal year 2023 (ending September 30, 2023), a testament to our shared commitment and vision. Read more…
2024 Block Party Recap: Celebrating the impact of Mountaineers Donors and Volunteers
The Mountaineers
With the western sun shining brightly on the Seattle Program Center, 122 volunteers, donors, and staff gathered for a Block Party to kick off summer and celebrate their contributions to our outdoor community, celebrate our mission impact, and have a bit of fun, too! Read more…
Mountaineer of the Week: Gregg Gagliardi
The Mountaineers
Each week we bring you a personal story from one of our members. For our member profile this week we talked to... Read more…
Support a deeper connection to the natural world
The Mountaineers
New people are drawn to our outdoor community with each changing season. Mountaineers programs and books provide resources so everyone has the chance to develop skills to enjoy the lands and waters of the PNW confidently and responsibly. When you support The Mountaineers, you help to engage a vibrant community of outdoor enthusiasts. Read more…
Mountaineer of the Week: Evelyn Vogt
The Mountaineers
Each week we bring you a personal story from one of our members. For our member profile this week we talked to... Read more…
105 more donors needed to protect the outdoor experience
The Mountaineers
This weekend an estimated 23 million people will go camping across the US, and even more will get outside for the day to enjoy parks, forests, waterways, and other outdoor spaces. We love to see people enjoying the outdoors, and believe that each of us has a role in conserving the natural world—and the outdoor experiences we love—for future generations. Read more…
Mountaineer of the Week: Max Roberts
The Mountaineers
Each week we bring you a personal story from one of our members. For our member profile this week we talked to... Read more…
Your spring donation supports volunteer-led outdoor education
The Mountaineers
Spring is an exciting time at The Mountaineers as people from all backgrounds and experience levels turn to us to seek outdoor education and venture outdoors through books, trips, and activities. Spring is also when our community rallies to support our shared vision through philanthropy. Read more…
Mountaineer of the Week: Brien Houston
The Mountaineers
Each week we bring you a personal story from one of our members. For our member profile this week we talked to... Read more…
Mountaineer of the Week: Donia Zaheri
The Mountaineers
Each week we bring you a personal story from one of our members. For our member profile this week we talked to... Read more…
Mountaineer of the Week: Brian Stone
The Mountaineers
Each week we bring you a personal story from one of our members. For our member profile this week we talked to... Read more…
Mountaineer of the Week: Karter Wight
The Mountaineers
Each week we bring you a personal story from one of our members. For our member profile this week we talked to... Read more…
Mountaineer of the Week: Zihao Deng
The Mountaineers
Each week we bring you a personal story from one of our members. For our member profile this week we talked to... Read more…
Impact Giving | Ascending to New Heights: South Sound Youth Programs
Alfe Wood
On a wintry Saturday in Olympia, Claire Edwards, Mountaineers Youth Program Associate Manager, is getting kids and families stoked on snowshoeing during the “Ice Days” event at the Hands On Children’s Museum. It’s equal parts wonder, chaos, and pure delight as participants attempt walking in snowshoes on top of makeshift “snow.” While most participants have never snowshoed before, many leave excited to try this new activity with their family in real snow. Read more…
Foothills Volunteer Spotlight: Jessica Umayam
Lori Heath
Meet Jessica Umayam, a Foothills Hike and Scramble Leader and 2023 Super Volunteer with fond memories doing yoga in the evening light at Seward Park during the Yoga for Hikers, Backpackers, and Trail Runners Course. Jessica is working on the Smoot’s List and loves helping people explore new places. Read more…
Mountaineer of the Week: Kathy Fox
The Mountaineers
Each week we bring you a personal story from one of our members. For our member profile this week we talked to... Read more…
Mountaineer of the Week: Kimber Cross
The Mountaineers
Each week we bring you a personal story from one of our members. For our member profile this week we talked to... Read more…
Mountaineer of the Week: Amanda Chalfant
The Mountaineers
Each week we bring you a personal story from one of our members. For our member profile this week we talked to... Read more…
Mountaineer of the Week: Jolie Dunn
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Each week we bring you a personal story from one of our members. For our member profile this week we talked to... Read more…
Mountaineer of the Week: Jason Naranjo
The Mountaineers
Each week we bring you a personal story from one of our members. For our member profile this week we talked to... Read more…
Mountaineer of the Week: Rue Mapp
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Each week we bring you a personal story from one of our members. For our member profile this week we talked to... Read more…
Mountaineer of the Week: Otto Greule
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Each week we bring you a personal story from one of our members. For our member profile this week we talked to... Read more…
Impact Giving | Advocacy Training for Outdoor Enthusiasts
The Mountaineers
Mountaineers programs have always been infused with a conservation ethos. “Mountaineers don’t just love being outside, we love the outdoors itself,” wrote Betsy Robblee, Conservation & Advocacy Director at The Mountaineers. “We want to share the natural world with others and take action to protect the outdoor experience for future generations.” Read more…
Mountaineer of the Week: Simon Hove
The Mountaineers
Each week we bring you a personal story from one of our members. For our member profile this week we talked to... Read more…
Mountaineer of the Week: Burns Petersen
The Mountaineers
Each week we bring you a personal story from one of our members. For our member profile this week we talked to... Read more…
First Ever Tacoma Leadership Conference – March 23
Michelle Song
Nearly 200 current and aspiring volunteers turned out at our Seattle Leadership Conference on December 2 for a dynamic day of learning and networking. Outdoor professionals from diverse backgrounds led our community through a series of interactive sessions exploring leadership from multiple angles. Read more…