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.

latest updates

Branch News

Foothills Volunteer Spotlight: Rob Erickson

Our Foothills volunteers and activity leaders are the heart and soul of our branch. This month we celebrate Rob Erickson.

Impact Giving | Adventure with Purpose: A Vision Worth Celebrating

Adventure with Purpose is the heart of our vision and now a registered trademark of The Mountaineers. Read on to learn what this phrase means, celebrate outdoor champions like Rue Mapp and Art Wolfe, and hear from members who bring this vision to life through connection, inclusion, and care.

What's your GiveBIG style?

The Mountaineers proudly participates in GiveBIG, a two-day giving event in May that celebrates community and generosity across Washington. Early giving is open now!

Trip Report - The Mountaineers CEO Advocates for Public Lands and Agency Staffing in Washington, D.C.

Our CEO Tom Vogl recently joined our Outdoor Alliance (OA) partners in D.C. to advocate for public lands and the outdoor experience with lawmakers and land managers. Read more about Tom’s trip and how we’re more effective when we advocate together with our recreation partners.