BeWild Speaker Series
Crisis on Mount Hood June 17, 2025
Learn about the Hood River Crag Rats, America’s oldest all-volunteer mountain rescue team, from veteran search and rescue volunteer Christopher Van Tilburg.
Equity & Inclusion
At The Mountaineers, we aspire to offer outdoor opportunities for all, and are committed to building a community where everyone feels belonging. Learn more on our Equity & Inclusion page.
*Upcoming* Events
Latest Updates from the Blog
Navigating Closures, Staff Reductions, & Timed Entry at Mount Rainier This Summer
Mount Rainier National Park is rolling out key visitor access changes this summer, including a revised timed entry pilot and major construction projects that will affect road access and campground availability. Whether you're heading to Sunrise, Paradise, or the quieter northwest side, preparing for closures, delays, and limited staffing is the 11th Essential for a smooth and safe visit to the park.
2025 50+ Year Members Luncheon Recap: Honoring Decades of Dedication
The Mountaineers hosted our annual 50+ Year Members Luncheon on June 5, 2025 to celebrate individuals who have been part of our community for over 50 years. The event was filled with familiar faces and engaging stories, and featured a captivating keynote from climbing legend Jim Donini.
Celebrate National Trails Day by Recreating Responsibly on Public Lands
This Saturday June 7 is National Trails Day - a day where the recreation community celebrates the trails that connect us to nature and to each other. This year, consider celebrating the trails you love by practicing responsible recreation and giving back through stewardship.
Mountaineer Magazine Summer 2025
Our latest edition of Mountaineer magazine has arrived! Learn about our features, regular columns, and more. Access it today.
Top 10 Trip Reports - May 2025
Each month, we sort through all your trip reports, pick our favorites, and celebrate them here! Read on for top reports from May 2025.
Impact Giving | Financial Transparency at The Mountaineers
In this piece from Mountaineer magazine, learn how The Mountaineers approaches financial transparency through the lens of our current fiscal year's financial plan.
2025 Block Party Recap: Celebrating the Impact of Mountaineers Donors and Volunteers
On May 29, 2025, The Mountaineers hosted our annual Block Party at The Seattle Program Center, an event celebrating super volunteers, key leaders, key instructors, and donors who have given their time, expertise, and financial support to advance our vision, Adventure with Purpose. The event – now in its third year – is a great way to kick off the summer while honoring some of our most engaged members and the contributions they’ve made to our outdoor community.
Become a part of The Mountaineers, a 15,000+ member community of people exploring, learning, and conserving the Pacific Northwest together by finding confidence and belonging in the outdoors.
I gravitate toward activities and groups with a strong sense of purpose and community. I like that one week I can be reinforcing or learning a new skill from another member, and then next week, I’m showing them something they didn’t know."
Dan Renfrow
Changing lives since 1960.
Your gifts support The Mountaineers efforts to create meaningful outdoor experiences to ensure healthy, active communities and a future for conservation.