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| Start | Event Registration Name | Activity Group | Description |
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| 9/16/2026 5:15 PM | Family Wed Night Hike- Palisades Park | Hiking | Wednesday Night Family Hike! Location: Rimrock Parking Lot: GPS: 47.65511, -117.48505 Time: Meet at 5:15 to get ready, hike at 5:30. Who: This hike is open to all, and geared towards children. We have toddlers to teenagers and move at a pace that works for everyone. Why: build grit and resilience, social and collaborative skills, love for the outdoors, and critical problem-solving. Expect: snack breaks, bug identification, field wanderings, tree climbing, dirt play, and whatever else engages the kids. We generally make it about 1.5-2 miles total. Bring: Lots of water, a variety of snacks, sunscreen or layers, sturdy shoes, a first aid kit, patience, and be ready to laugh and make friends! Strollers and carriers are welcome. We will cancel for thunderstorms or smoke above 100 AQI. Rain, shine, or cold- otherwise we'll be there! |
| 9/18/2026 5:00 PM | September Snow Day | Clubwide | Did you know Mt. Spokane Nordic Ski Park offers about 59–60 kilometers (37 miles) of groomed cross-country trails - one of the largest cross-country ski areas in the United States. Right here in our very own backyard-how lucky can we be! Come join our friends from SNSA for an evening of fun Celebrating 50 Years of Cross-Country Ski Trails on Mt. Spokane. Be sure to stop by the Spokane Mountaineers' table and say Hello! SEPTEMBER SNOW DAY! "Friday, September 18from 5PM to 8PM at Brick West! It’s a family-friendly evening packed with snowy fun—even if Mother Nature isn’t cooperating yet. 😉 ☃️Snow (foam) flying from a snow machine ❄️ Snowball fight zone 🎿 Nordic ski & adaptive ski equipment showcase 🎨 Face painting & snowflake crafts 🧤 Ski gear sizing & waxing demonstrations 🎟️ Raffle prizes & giveaways 📅 Guess the first day of snow on Mt. Spokane 🥟 Food from Yo Dumplings 🍧 Shaved ice from Kona Ice—with a portion of proceeds donated to Spokane Nordic! 🍺 Cold drinks for the grown-ups 🎟️ Free to attend! Bring the kids, bring your friends, and come get a little snowy in September! ❄️☃️" Have an hour or more to spare? Sign up as a volunteer to help SNSA with September Snow Day: https://forms.gle/1DGKwvSP8oKMkmiL8 |
| 9/21/2026 6:30 PM | September General Membership Meeting - Chic Burge - History of SMI | Clubwide | Chic Burge, our Historian and SMI member for over 33 years will take us through the deep and intriguing history of the Spokane Mountaineers since initiation in 1915 as a Woman's only Walking Club. |
| 9/23/2026 5:15 PM | Family Wed Night Hike - Palisades Park | Hiking | Wednesday Night Family Hike! Location: Rimrock Parking Lot: GPS: 47.65511, -117.48505 Time: Meet at 5:15 to get ready, hike at 5:30. Who: This hike is open to all, and geared towards children. We have toddlers to teenagers and move at a pace that works for everyone. Why: build grit and resilience, social and collaborative skills, love for the outdoors, and critical problem-solving. Expect: snack breaks, bug identification, field wanderings, tree climbing, dirt play, and whatever else engages the kids. We generally make it about 1.5-2 miles total. Bring: Lots of water, a variety of snacks, sunscreen or layers, sturdy shoes, a first aid kit, patience, and be ready to laugh and make friends! Strollers and carriers are welcome. We will cancel for thunderstorms or smoke above 100 AQI. Rain, shine, or cold- otherwise we'll be there! |
| 9/24/2026 8:00 AM | Fernan Lake Trailwork | Conservation | This opportunity is being posted on behalf of Washington Trails Association (WTA). The reason for posting it on the Spokane Mountaineers calendar is to share the opportunity with SM members. You must register with WTA to attend. You can read all of the details and register here: https://idahotrailsassociation.org/event/2026-fernan-lake/ Join Idaho Trails Association, Coeur d’Alene City Parks, and United Way of North Idaho for a special Day of Action community service project at Fernan Lake Natural Area. Volunteers will help build a new section of trail that will connect existing trails and create a more complete loop within the Fernan Lake trail system. This new trail segment will improve access, enhance the visitor experience, and support the long-term vision for the natural area, where additional trail development is planned to expand the network for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts. Participants will work alongside experienced trail crew leaders to construct sustainable trail tread, remove vegetation, shape the trail corridor, and complete other trail-building tasks. No previous trail-building experience is necessary—training, tools, and safety instruction will be provided. |
| 9/26/2026 8:00 AM | Chimney Rock Trailwork | Conservation | This opportunity is being posted on behalf of Idaho Trails Association (ITA). The reason for posting it on the Spokane Mountaineers calendar is to share the opportunity with SM members. You must register with ITA to attend. You can read all of the details and register here: https://idahotrailsassociation.org/event/2026-chimney-rock/ On National Public Lands Day, we'll head out to work on this scenic trail climbing to Chimney Rock along the crest of the Selkirk Mountains. This picturesque area offers stunning views of the dramatic rock formations that make Chimney Rock a rock climber's mecca. To accommodate a wide range of abilities and interests, we'll split into multiple work groups throughout the day. Volunteers who prefer a slower pace or a more moderate hike will focus on brushing along the lower sections of the trail, while those who are comfortable hiking farther will head higher to help with log removal and tread work. This structure allows us to welcome volunteers of many experience and fitness levels. The lower sections of the trail typically require significant brushing, while the upper sections will need log removal and tread rebuilding. With peak fall colors expected—and the option for a refreshing swim at the end of the day in the Pack River if it's warm—this project is a fantastic way to wrap up the trail work season in northern Idaho. |
| 9/30/2026 5:15 PM | LAST ONE! Wed Night Hike & Dinner - Rimrock Loop | Hiking | As the last Wednesday night hike for the season, we will keep this one local and close out an excellent year with a community dinner at The Elk Public House after the 2.8 mile mostly flat hike. Everyone who led or attended a Wed night hike in 2026 is invited to join for dinner, even if you can't make the hike. *Please text me at 509-280-4776 if you will be joining for dinner.*Meet at Rimrock Parking lot: 47.65511, -117.48505We will start at 5:15, due to sunset at 6:30. Bring your headlamp just in case.We will meet at The Elk afterward, approximately 6:30pm.Leashed dogs welcome. This hike and The Elk are kid-friendly.AQI over 150, Red Flag Warning, or Temps over 90 degrees will cancel.Select "Follow" in upper right (on PC only) to stay informed about updates.Gaia GPS Route InfoMap to Parking AreaMap to The Elk |
| 9/30/2026 5:15 PM | Family Wednesday Night Hike - Palisades Park | Hiking | Wednesday Night Family Hike! Location: Rimrock Parking Lot: GPS: 47.65511, -117.48505 Time: Meet at 5:15 to get ready, hike at 5:30. Who: This hike is open to all, and geared towards children. We have toddlers to teenagers and move at a pace that works for everyone. Why: build grit and resilience, social and collaborative skills, love for the outdoors, and critical problem-solving. Expect: snack breaks, bug identification, field wanderings, tree climbing, dirt play, and whatever else engages the kids. We generally make it about 1.5-2 miles total. Bring: Lots of water, a variety of snacks, sunscreen or layers, sturdy shoes, a first aid kit, patience, and be ready to laugh and make friends! Strollers and carriers are welcome. We will cancel for thunderstorms or smoke above 100 AQI. Rain, shine, or cold- otherwise we'll be there! |
| 10/9/2026 8:00 AM | Hells Canyon Backpack Trail work | Conservation | This trip will be conducted through the Hells Canyon Recreation Cooperative{HCRC} with the trip leader being Kristy Canright who is a Spokane Mountaineer. Anyone who wants to arrive Thursday 10/8 is welcome to camp at Pittsburgh Landing Campground and the Forest Service is letting the volunteers camp for free. Kristy will be there Thursday afternoon. Kristy's email is trailkat@icloud.com if anyone has any questions.1. Meet at Pittsburgh Landing, at 8:00 am on Friday 10/9/26 for a meeting at the parking lot above the boat launch where we will leave cars. Sign all liability waivers and have a safety briefing.2. The boat will pick us up at Pittsburgh Landing boat launch at 8:30/9am and take the group to camp spot, most likely partway between Pittsburgh Landing and Kirkwood Ranch.3. Unload gear and tools, set up camp, start on trail work project. Lots of tread work, brushing and tossing rocks off trail. Bring boots, gloves, and sunscreen. Kristy will have poison Ivy wash, but let’s be mindful and watch out for it. You may also come across a snake sunning itself, keep a watchful eye out.4. Saturday and Sunday we will get an early start, boots on trail at 8:15am, work until lunch break, and quit for the day around 3:15pm.5. Monday 8:15am start time and work closer to camp, stop around 11:15am, head back to camp for lunch and pack up. We do not have a set pick up time yet, but the plan is between 1-2pm and taken back to Pittsburgh Landing by boat to our cars. |
| 10/10/2026 10:00 AM | Waikiki Takes Root: A Community Planting Day with INLC | Conservation | REGISTER with INLC Here: https://inlandnwland.org/event/waikiki-takes-root-a-community-planting-day/ Waikiki Takes Root: A Community Planting Day Saturday, October 10, 2026 10:00 am Waikiki Springs Nature Preserve Join Inland Northwest Land Conservancy and The Lands Council for Waikiki Takes Root, a special community planting day at Waikiki Springs Nature Preserve on Saturday October 10, from 10am to 2pm. Please plan to park by 9:30am. It’s about a 30-minute walk from parking to the planting area, and we want everyone on site and ready to plant at 10. Staff and signage will be out to point the way. Waikiki Restoration Help bring the next chapter of restoration to life by planting native plants in newly restored areas along the Little Spokane River. Nearly 10 acres of floodplain are being restored after decades of rock and gravel fill prevented the river from functioning naturally across its floodplain. Now, as the landscape is reshaped to make way for a healthier wetland and more resilient river system, your help will give native plants a chance to take root and become part of the future of Waikiki Springs. No experience is necessary—INLC and The Lands Council staff will provide tools, instruction, and support throughout the day. Come spend a fall day outdoors, meet fellow land lovers, and make a hands-on contribution to the restoration of this special place. What to Bring Weather-appropriate layers Sturdy boots or hiking shoes (we’ll be working off-trail) Refillable water bottle Your favorite work gloves (optional) Your favorite shovel (optional) Don’t have gloves or a shovel? No problem! We’ll have enough tools and gloves on hand for everyone. What will be Provided Shovels and additional work gloves Coffee Drinking water Morning snacks Port-a-potties Parking & Meeting Location Parking will be available at the Bozarth Mansion, with overflow street parking as needed. Directions to parking For any overflow street parking—please be respectful of nearby residents: Do not block driveways Observe all posted “No Parking” signs From the trailhead, walk down the switchback trail and cross the river to meet INLC and TLC staff at the planting area. Please allow 30 minutes to walk from your car to the planting site, and plan to arrive by 9:30am. Directions to trailhead: Staff and signage will be out to point the way to the planting area. Important Notes Port-a-potties will be available on site for this project. Expect uneven terrain and off-trail work areas, so sturdy footwear is strongly recommended. This event will take place outdoors in variable fall weather, so please come prepared. |
| 10/19/2026 6:30 PM | October General Membership Meeting - David Crafton on Pategonia | Clubwide | Stay Tuned. |
| 11/16/2026 6:30 PM | November General Membership Meeting - Spokane Nordic Ski Association | Clubwide | SNSA Presentation |
| 12/18/2026 5:02 PM | McEvoy chalet | Chalet | Birthday weekend |
| 12/19/2026 2:00 PM | El Potrero Chico: Holiday Climbing Meetup | Climbing | Are you looking to travel somewhere warm to climb for the Holidays? Have you always wanted to climb in Mexico but feel limited by the novelty and distance? Maybe you have never heard of El Potrero Chico! This sport climbing paradise exists in the form of limestone canyon walls in the state of Nuevo León, in northern Mexico. Known for its plethora of long, sport multi-pitch climbing, as well as bolted cracks and fantastic single pitch, this place has something for everyone. Many of the climbs are 5 minutes off the main road into the canyon, and the canyon is a short 10 minute walk from most of the accommodations. This is an informal, open-invitation climbing trip rather than a guided trip or organized climbing program. My partner and I are planning to spend Dec 20th-Jan 2nd in Potrero and are inviting other climbers who would like to join. I have been to Potrero once before and am by no means an expert. I am happy to share what knowledge I have learned from my previous trip, and create an opportunity for other climbers to come along and experience this area together. I can offer some local knowledge, logistical information, and be a social point of connection for people interested in climbing here. If you're coming with a partner, great. If you are hoping to meet other climbers, this is a good opportunity to connect with others who may be looking for partners on this event page. You can join for a few days or stay for the entire trip, and there is no expectation that everyone follows the same itinerary or climbs together. I am not offering any guiding or instructional services on this trip. You are responsible for your own climbing, equipment, partners, transportation, food, accommodations, and personal decisions. It is ideal to fly into the city of Monterrey and take a taxi from the airport to your accommodations. We are staying at La Posada which I have stayed at before. They offer simple rooms with 1 or 2 bed options, deluxe tents with beds, an area for camping and setting up your own tent (cheapest), and small houses with multiple rooms that you can rent. They have an on-sight restaurant with great food, they have bathrooms/showers (shared if camping, individual in the rooms and house). They have community fridges and a kitchen for those that want to make their own food. People say they have no problem with the water that La Posada offers, though I drank bottled water when I was there before out of extreme caution. There are other hostels and accommodations around the entrance to the canyon including El Sendero climbers hostel, La Pagoda, and likely others. Besides climbing, members of my previous group took a taxi to a hot springs an hour or so away, and you can hike in the canyon, or hang out by the pool at La Posada! Let me know if you have any questions or want more information. When I first went to Potrero, I was intimidated by the thought of climbing in Mexico and went with a guided group. I am now hoping to offer some of that knowledge to others, and we could have a ton of fun climbing in the sun and warmth in December! |
| 12/21/2026 6:30 PM | December General Membership Meeting | Clubwide | Stay Tuned. |
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