In this piece from Mountaineers magazine, learn the basics of open water swimming, helping you explore and swim safely in lakes and the sea.
About us
The Mountaineers is a community of outdoor enthusiasts passionate about exploration, discovery, learning, and conservation. Founded in 1906 by 151 visionaries, our members named peaks, explored waterways, and built trails to uncover unique and challenging landscapes. We helped create the North Cascades Wilderness area, and passed the National Wilderness Act. With an average of 6 activities a day to help you climb, ski, hike, paddle, sail, snowshoe, scramble, and more, we invite you to join us to lose yourself in the outdoors. EXPLORE Our courses and activities will get you outside. Discover your abilities. Enjoy the reward of reaching new places and achieving new heights. LEARN 81 years. That’s how long we’ve been teaching people to climb mountains. Heck, we even wrote the book on mountaineering. Literally. If you’re interested in standing on top of the world, or simply learning a new outdoor skill, we have the experience and the knowledge to take you there. CONSERVE The Mountaineers pioneered wilderness conservation in the Pacific Northwest. Over a hundred years ago. We are committed to ensuring that the next generation is just as passionate about the outdoors as we are. Join us today and choose your own adventure with The Mountaineers.
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- Recreational Facilities
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- 11-50 employees
- Headquarters
- Seattle, WA
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- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 1906
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7700 Sand Point Way NE
Seattle, WA 98115, US
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2302 N 30th St
Tacoma, Washington, US
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Updates
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In this piece from Mountaineer magazine, look back at Mountaineers exploration, education, and conservation in Mount Rainier National Park to celebrate the park's 125 anniversary.
Retro Rewind | Celebrating 125 Years of Mount Rainier National Park
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The Mountaineers joined our partners at Outdoor Alliance in Washington, D.C. for joint advocacy and to celebrate ten years of conservation powered by outdoor recreation. Learn more about our latest efforts to advocate together to protect public lands and the outdoor experience with lawmakers and administration officials in our nation’s capital.
Trip Report: Advocating for Public Lands and Recreation in Washington D.C. with Outdoor Alliance - Sep 2024
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In this feature from Mountaineer magazine, read stories of remote emergencies from Mountaineers to celebrate 50 years of The Ten Essentials minimizing risks outdoors.
50 Years of The Ten Essentials
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In this feature from Mountaineer magazine, learn how to prepare for outdoor activity amidst an increasingly frequent and severe fire season in the Pacific Northwest and beyond.
When Smoke Gets in Your Eyes: How to Hike Safely During Fire Season
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In this piece from Mountaineer magazine, hear from CEO Tom Vogl about The Mountaineers commitment to emotional safety outdoors.
Tying In | Fall 2024 Leadership Update
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Our fall edition of Mountaineer magazine is here! This edition is packed with stories that offer insight on how to minimize risk outdoors, from swimming safely in the Salish Sea to planning a trip during fire season to packing accessible first aid kits, and more. Grab your favorite fall drink and take a seat, a sip, and maybe even a swim as you enjoy the read.
Mountaineer Magazine Fall 2024
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In this piece from Mountaineer magazine, rewind to the 1950s and explore Glacier Peak with Mountaineers members and renowned photographer Ira Spring.
Retro Rewind | Climbing Glacier Peak on Skis, 1959
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In this piece from Mountaineer magazine, hear from GoHike course participants about the transformational experiences of the beginner hiking series.
Outside Insights | The GoHike Experience
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In this feature from Mountaineer magazine, read hilarious (and slightly precarious) stories of water.
Cautionary Tales of the Watery Kind
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