The Mountaineers Annual Gala is a unique event. More than just a fundraiser, it’s a chance to showcase our Adventure with Purpose mission and celebrate the wide range of activities, programs, and people that our nonprofit positively impacts in the Pacific Northwest and beyond. From 7-10pm, ticketholders enjoy our main program that features the live auction, our Tyrolean Traverse (where guests can watch in amazement as three of our Mountaineers Adventure Program students race across the ceiling of the ballroom), and our speaking program, featuring world-renowned adventurers who headline the event with a keynote address or are honored with our Adventure with Purpose Award.

This year’s Adventure with Purpose Award honoree is world-renowned wildlife and culture photographer and conservationist Art Wolfe. The evening will close with a keynote address by professional climber, author, and United Nations Mountain Partnerships Ambassador, Sasha DiGiulian. Read more about each of our Gala Speakers here.