2009 Dates: Sept 12th & 13th

Thanks for all of you who participated in the 2008 Rainier Mountain Festival. We hope to see you again next year. The 2009 Rainier Mountain Festival will be SEPTEMBER 12 & 13, 2009. Check back during the summer months for updates.

2008 EVENT HIGHLIGHTS:

Hear Festival Highlights from Mike Brown of KIRO Talk Radio:

Post Monsoon Sale: Great deals on 2008 Mount Rainier rental inventory plus closeout specials from Mountain Hardwear, Black Diamond, Grivel, Julbo, Patagonia, Jansport, Timberland, Petzl, and many more.

World Class Climbers: Over 18 Everest Summitteers will be at the event. Mingle and ask questions, watch slideshows with mountaineering legends such as Ed Viesturs, Jim and Lou Whittaker.

5 Mile Trail Run: Considered one of the classic 5 mile runs in the area, join us on Sunday morning. This course can be run or walked and you can download a registration form here.

Alpine Games: Compete for cash prizes in mountain events such as speed climbing, sled pull, and erect-a-tent.

Mountain Technique Demonstrations: Get helpful hints from Mountain Guides about all sorts of mountaineering techniques such as fitting a backpack, stove selection, boot fitting, water filtration, securing a tent against bad weather, and selecting food for your adventure.

Book Signings: Famous climbing authors such as Lou and Jim Whittaker, and Ed Viesturs will be signing copies of their book.

Raffle: Over $10,000 worth of gear will be raffled off with all proceeds benefiting the Mount Tahoma Trail Association.

Films and Slideshows: Personal video and slide presentations by mountaineering legends.

Music and Food: Enjoy BBQ and live entertainment all day long with local bands and micro brews.

Kids Games: Great fun for all kids. There will be a free rock wall to climb, inflatable bounce house, and kids games. It’s all fun and it’s all free.