2010 Dates: Sept 11th & 12th

Thanks to everyone who made the 2009 Festival an enormous success and a great time. The 9th annual Rainier Mountain Festival will be September 11 & 12, 2010. Hope to see you there.

2009 EVENT HIGHLIGHTS:

Hear Festival Highlights from Mike Brown of KIRO Talk Radio:

Post Monsoon Sale: Great deals on 2009 Mount Rainier rental inventory plus closeout specials from Mountain Hardwear, First Ascent, Black Diamond, Grivel, Julbo, Patagonia, Asolo,Lowe, Marmot, Petzl and many more.

World Class Climbers: Over 12 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, 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.