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The Bellingham Mountaineers is one of seven regional branches of The Mountaineers, an outdoor and conservation club based in Seattle, WA. The Bellingham branch offers programs in climbing, hiking, snowshoeing and beginner & backcountry skiing. Our branch is run entirely by volunteer members who lead trips, teach courses and provide trail maintenance. Membership provides a variety of benefits, including activities across Washington state, publication discounts and conservation advocacy.

Events

If you would like to be added to our email list and notified about upcoming events, please email bellinghammountaineers@gmail.com and say so!

Monthly Gatherings:

Summer Potluck BBQ's - 7pm on the first Tuesday of the month, May through September @ the Whatcom Falls Park small picnic shetler. Everyone who is anyone is welcome and encouraged to attend. Bring your family, friends, four legged pals and some good eats. The club is providing some wings and veggies done up on the grill. The first potluck is next Tuesday May 8th!


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Hikes:

Saturday May 12th - Chuckanut Ridge - Meet at Fairhaven Park and Ride at 8:00 am. Will begin hike at Arroyo Park. Difficulty: Moderate/Strenuous at moderate pace. Distance 11.5 miles, 2900 elevation gain. For details and registration contact
Don Weldon, weldondonjo@aol.com

Thursday May 17th - Oyster Dome / N. Butte (leashed dogs welcome).
For details and registration contact Jo Weldon, weldondonjo@aol.com

Wednesday June 12th - Reifel Migratory Bird Sanctuary
For details and registration contact Jo Weldon, weldondonjo@aol.com

Saturday June 16th - Oyster Dome / N. Butte (leashed dogs welcome).
For details and registration contact Jo Weldon, weldondonjo@aol.com

Evening Conditioning Hikes Hosted by Minda:

For info and times contact Minda Paul, mindapaul@hotmail.com

Tuesday May 22nd - Oyster Dome

Tuesday June 26th - N. Chuckanut to Raptor Ridge Loop

Mount Baker Theatre Speaker Series:

Dare to explore with esteemed National Geographic speakers as they present a unique first hand look at our amaizing planet. For more information visit www.mountbakertheatre.com

June 10 - 3pm @ MBT - Peter Athans presents Mt. Everest.