When it comes to Y.E.T.I. adventures, you never know what moments will stick with young people long after the trip ends. Sometimes, it’s the beauty of a snowy landscape or the excitement of finishing a tough trail. Other times, it’s a funny connection over something as simple as a mustard sandwich. A group of middle […]
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Last weekend, Showalter Middle School’s Y.E.T.I. Club ventured into the snow with the Washington Alpine Club (WAC), ready for a day of adventure. Our program coordinators, Renee and Sam, were there to help guide the group, but from the moment they arrived, the students had one thing on their minds—PLAYING IN THE SNOW. As soon
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When I was 18, I climbed Mount Rainier for the first time with a group of co-workers from REI. At the time, I was an unlikely addition—nearly two decades younger than the rest of the team. But on a climbing expedition, age doesn’t matter; your value lies in what you know and how you contribute
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What a way to start 2025! January was packed with outdoor adventures, new skills, and a whole lot of fun. Here’s a quick look at what we got up to: Hikes, Hikes, and More Hikes Y.E.T.I. Clubs went all-in on hiking this month! Groups from Foster High, Pacific Middle, Sylvester Middle, Glacier Middle, Showalter Middle,
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At Twin Falls, a young person from Glacier Middle School carefully steps across a log, their rain pants and boots keeping them dry and steady. Their backpack full of snacks and gear moves with them as they focus on each step. This moment captures how many elements come together to make our adventures possible. The
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205 adventures, 350+ students served! Adventures Unpacked 🥾 74 hikes – Trails, views, and “Are we there yet?” moments.🧗 34 climbs – Rocks, trees, walls—you name it, we climbed it.🚴 24 bike rides – Scenic routes to dirt trails, we rode them all.🛶 21 kayak trips – Making waves with friends.❄️ 11 snowshoeing adventures –
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Foster and Evergreen High Schools packed up their tents, gear, and climbing shoes for an unforgettable overnight trip to Vantage, WA. From tackling the rock faces at Frenchman Coulee to bonding around the campfire, this trip was all about pushing limits and building confidence outdoors. Some students climbed for the first time, others camped for the first time, and all of them made memories that’ll last long after the trip’s over.
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Y.E.T.I.’s success is largely thanks to our amazing volunteers. That’s why we’re excited to celebrate Dalton Rockwell, a physical education teacher at Cascade View Elementary in the Tukwila School District, who has gone above and beyond to make a lasting impact on his students’ lives through outdoor adventures. The Beginning of Dalton’s Y.E.T.I. Journey Dalton
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A Hike with Glacier Middle School Y.E.T.I. Club This past Saturday, the Glacier Middle School Y.E.T.I. Club went on a hike. For many students, it wasn’t just a walk in the woods—it was a break from their usual routine of school, homework, and everyday responsibilities, giving them a chance to experience something new. One moment
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Welcome to our new blog series, “First Adventures”! Each season, we’ll share exciting milestones from our outdoor trips to keep you connected with the Y.E.T.I. community.
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