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Foothills Branch

Foothills Branch

The newest Mountaineers branch founded in 2004, the Foothills Branch encompasses the Eastside communities along the I-90 and I-405 corridors, from Bothell to Renton and Mercer Island to Ellensburg. We provide thriving centers of excellence in backcountry and nordic skiing, avalanche education, hiking and backpacking, snowshoeing and winter camping, trail running, navigation and first aid training, as well as new leader development.
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Standing Together During High Water

Standing Together During High Water

Washington is experiencing record rainfall, and we know that some of our members are directly impacted by flooding, rising rivers, and rapidly changing conditions. We encourage everyone to prioritize safety — especially during this period of high water.

Banff 2026 Film Lineup Sneak Peek

Banff 2026 Film Lineup Sneak Peek

Get a special look at some of the films that will be featured in next month’s Seattle screenings of the Banff Mountain Film Festival World Tour.

Gift Memberships - 25% Off Through December

Gift Memberships - 25% Off Through December

Take advantage of the deepest discount of the year on a Gift Membership and pick up something to wrap from our selection of outdoor books online or in-store. Bookstore staff share their personal recommendations for titles that pair well with a Gift Membership.

Giving Season Kickoff Success

Giving Season Kickoff Success

Mountaineers gave generously on Giving Tuesday, providing more than $61,000 for scholarships. We are full of gratitude and confident that our community will continue to show up generously to reach $225,000 by December 31.

Action Alert! Urge Congress to Invest in Public Lands

Action Alert! Urge Congress to Invest in Public Lands

Congress is currently working to pass full-year funding for agencies like the Forest Service and Park Service. Investing in our public lands begins with building back land management agencies from deep staffing cuts with funding through the 2026 appropriations process. Read more and take action today by sharing your support for public lands funding with your lawmakers.

Top 10 Trip Reports - November 2025

Top 10 Trip Reports - November 2025

Each month, we sort through all your trip reports, pick our favorites, and celebrate them here! Read on for top reports from November 2025.

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December 17, 2025 Branch Leadership Committee Zoom
December 18, 2025 Monthly Equity & Belonging Committee Meetings Zoom
December 20, 2025 Winter Solstice Celebration with Sound Bath and Breath Meditation Seattle Program Center
December 20, 2025 CANCELED - Winter Solstice Celebration with Sound Bath and Breath Meditation - additional option Seattle Program Center
January 6, 2026 Foothills Branch Council Meeting Zoom Video Presentation
January 8, 2026-February 12, 2026 Multi-week Alpine-Touring/Telemark/Snowboarding DOWNHILL skills improvement training and coaching - 2026 Summit West at Snoqualmie
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