The vision of long-time Board President Betsy Boyer is coming together in a big way, thanks to the leadership and dedication of Noah Harper, Y.E.T.I.’s most recent Board President and current Vice President. Together, they have helped formalize a group of passionate supporters who will continue to guide and uplift Y.E.T.I. into the future. This
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Fueling Youth Adventures with Wonderland Gear Exchange At Y.E.T.I., we know that quality gear is often the first hurdle for a young person wanting to explore the outdoors. When equipment is expensive, adventure becomes exclusive. That’s why we’re proud to partner with our friends at Wonderland Gear Exchange, who are helping us tear down that
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Let’s be honest, mornings aren’t complete without coffee. And childhoods aren’t complete without adventure. So why not combine the two? Enter Middle Fork Roasters’ Adventure Blend, Y.E.T.I.’s signature coffee. Every bag is more than just a caffeine boost; it’s a way to support youth outdoor adventures across South King County. The best part? Profits from
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With the days getting shorter and Labor Day in the rear view, young people are zipping up their backpacks and heading back to school for another exciting academic year! That means Y.E.T.I. staff came back together after a summer of adventure to continue our goal of getting young people outside with a full staff training,
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September brought fresh starts, new friends, and a whole lot of laughter as Y.E.T.I. jumped back into the school year. From first hikes to rock climbing days, here’s a look at how we got things rolling: Back in Action We kicked off the year with staff training and school recruiting. Tabling at schools was a
The 2025–2026 school year is shaping up to be another ambitious one for Y.E.T.I. We are preparing to serve more than 400 young people through 9 weekly school clubs and over 230 outdoor trips, connecting with students in South King County, sharing the chance to experience the growth, joy, and resilience that come from time
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May brought sunshine, new adventures, and the return of some favorite activities. From paddling across lakes to hiking with a purpose, here’s what our Y.E.T.I. Clubs were up to this month: Kayaking Adventures Middle schoolers from Pacific, Sylvester, Glacier, and Showalter all had kayaking days at Angle Lake, playing games like red light–green light and
Over the last two school years, Y.E.T.I. has expanded its reach, serving more young people than ever before. Thanks to our collective efforts, we now support 9 weekly school sites and run over 160 outdoor trips annually, benefiting more than 400 young people each year with meaningful time in nature. A big chunk of our
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April gave us longer days, warmer weather, and all kinds of outdoor adventures for Y.E.T.I. participants. From prepping for big trips to diving into favorite activities like kayaking and biking, here’s what we were up to this month: Fishing Fun Glacier Middle School kicked off the month with a fishing trip and had just as
Spring break with Y.E.T.I. is never boring, and this year’s trip was no exception. With bikes, hikes, and lots of rain, it was a trip to remember. Day 1: Getting Settled with a Side of Biking We kicked things off on Monday after a weekend of van prepping, food packing, and gear organizing (thanks to
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