The Mazama mission is to inspire everyone to love and protect the mountains.

The Climbing Committee supports this mission directly by encouraging volunteer participation in official Mazama climbing activities, reducing risk through a culture of learning, and cultivating fellowship through welcoming and inclusive climbing experiences.

Climbing Outreach activities:

  • provide volunteer, mentoring, and learning opportunities to climb leaders, participants at all stages in our leader development program, and graduates of our various educational programs
  • create opportunities to build positive and inclusive climbing experiences for Mazama members and non-members, youth and adults
  • share the joy of climbing with the extended community, inspiring more people to love and protect the mountains

Activity Notes

Whether you're brand new, returning, or curious about whether the Mazamas is for you, Member Night & Open House is a free evening for all our members and community! 

  • Find your path: Meet our leaders and explore the programs that fit you best
  • Find your people: Connect with our affinity groups, including Queerzamas, MAMAZamas, and She/They/Us and use our board to find partners
  • Get the most from your membership: Learn about member benefits and get your questions answered.
  • Get connected: Meet the partners who can help you get more involved in Portland's climbing community

We'll have door prizes from great partners like Cascade Alpine, and the first 20 attendees will get at free Mazamas t-shirt or beanie. Come to find your community, ask your questions, and leave knowing more about what's possible with the Mazamas. 

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