The Grit Blog
September Recap
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 ...
Y.E.T.I. Needs You to Keep the Adventure Going
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 ...
May Recap
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 ...
The World Needs More Y.E.T.I., Not Less
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 ...
April Recap
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, ...
Spring Break with Y.E.T.I.
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 ...
Y.E.T.I. on the Slopes
All photos by Taylor Mckenzie Gerlach (@taylormckenzie_photo on Instagram) Six Weeks of Progress and Confidence Ask a Y.E.T.I. student about their favorite adventure, and snowboarding at Stevens Pass is quickly ...
March Recap
March was an exciting month for Y.E.T.I. programs, filled with snowy adventures, outdoor challenges, and a glimpse of the spring activities ahead. Here’s a quick look at what we got ...
A Day at Marine View Park
One of Renee’s favorite places for Y.E.T.I. trips, as one of Y.E.T.I.’s Program Coordinators, has quickly become Marine View Park. It’s a little hidden gem in the Pacific Northwest, with ...
A New Friend and a Day Full of Fun
Meet Abshir A new student, Abshir, joined the Showalter Y.E.T.I. Club. He just moved to Seattle from Colorado. The club was headed to North Seatac for a scavenger hunt, and ...