Upcoming Events
Anatomy of a Rescue
Mon. October 12, 2026 | 5 pm
Local NYS Forest Ranger, Allison Rooney returns to break down the components of a backcountry rescue. Rooney will talk about the process that goes on behind the scenes & fundamentals of rescue work, while highlighting a recent DEC rescue from this year.
The Mountaineer's annual
Backcountry Ski Kickoff Party
We will be accepting film submissions until 10/15/2026
BC Ski Kickoff is a grassroots gathering to raise stoke for the upcoming season, connect with ski-minded folk, & raise avalanche safety awareness in the Adirondack Mountains. This year we are connecting with local ADK independent filmmakers & the stories that celebrate our Adirondack Mountain community!
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If you are a crew with a story to tell, send us your ski film to be featured on the big screen.
> rough edit minimum, basic description & any supporting info
> of 15-25 minutes in length (suggested)
> by 11/15/2026 production ready film for 12/5/2026 event!
> email submissions to mountaineer@mountaineer.com with subject line "Ski Film Submission"
Want to see what it's all about?
Saturday Dec. 5, 2026 ~ Join us for our official screening of films chosen by our highly qualified panel of The Mountaineer Staff.
Any questions?
Email mountaineer@mountaineer.com with "Ski Film" in subject line.
Adirondack Climbers' Coalition
Legacy Speaker Series presents,
Don Mellor
Sat. October 24, 2026 | Doors 6:15 pm
Don Mellor will present on his climbing exploits in the Adirondacks over the last 47 years! Having put up numerous first ascents on both rock & ice, written guide books to the region, & active in the Adirondack climbing community about as long as anyone still currently climbing - this is a presentation not to miss!
-BYOB & Folding Lawn Chair
-$5 suggested donation
-$20 arm length of raffle tickets for Sterling Rope, Blue Ice Harness and Metolius Helmet
-Contest: How many pitches of Don’s FA’s can you climb on 10/24/26? Lead/Top Rope/Follow; doesn’t matter, but you do have to make it to the top! Each guide book pitch only counts once. Mammut climbing rope for whoever climbs the most pitches.
-Parking: Onsite at the shop, along the West shoulder of Rt 73 (DON”T PARK IN THE FIELD BEYOND THE DELINEATORS), Mountaineer Downstream and Public Parking next to Valley Grocery.
Questions? info@adirondackclimberscoalition.org
https://adirondackclimberscoalition.org/don-mellor
Kids' Corner Workshop
Sun. October 25, 2026 | 10:00-11:30am
Bring the little ones for a make-your-own comic workshop with SUNY ESF Newcomb Campus Artist-in-Residence Anicka Chaffey. Grab a copy of her educational comic, Journey to the Hudson.
Recurring Events
Feb. 13-15, 2027
June 6-7, 2026
June 13, 2026
June 6, 2026
Ausable Club Book Reading
Tom French
The Gap Years: Climbing, Skiing, and the Journey Back
Wed. August 19, 2026 | 6:00pm
Ausable Club Casino, parking behind main Clubhouse
Tom's presentation will feature stunning images from mountaineering and ski expeditions worldwide, including the Himalayas, Andes, and North America.
SUP Evenings with The Mountaineer & NRS
Wed. August 05, 2026
5:30 - 6:30pm or 6:45-7:45pm
On the clear waters of Chapel Pond, try out NRS gear or work on your personal skills with an instructor!
Join The Mountaineer staff & SUP company, ‘NRS’ in exploring the sport both on & off the water, & the opportunity to ask gear designers any questions you may have!
*FREE* but registration limited, call the shop to snag your spot!
(518) 576-2281
Participants must bring & wear water shoes. PFD’s will be provided & required to wear. SUP boards, paddles, gear instruction will be provided by NRS & The Mountaineer free of charge.
Anatomy of a rescue
Thurs. July 30, 2026 | 5 pm
Local NYS Forest Ranger, Allison Rooney returns to break down the components of a backcountry rescue. Rooney will talk about the process that goes on behind the scenes & fundamentals of rescue work, while highlighting a recent DEC rescue from this year.
Participants will recieve 10% off At the Mercy of the Mountains by Peter Bronski & Larry Weill titles, day of.
Locals Night!
Tuesday May 5, 2026
From 3:00 to 6:00pm
Hey neighbors! Head to the shop for an afternoon of refreshments, fireside chats, meet the new team, and exclusive discounts - 10% off full price and 10% off sale items too!
See you soon!
Film Screening with
Hillary Gerardi & Brad Carlson
Saturday December 27th
Doors: 5:30 | First Film 6:15 | 2nd Film 6:45p
Join us for a special evening event at The Mountaineer, when two old friends of the shop stop in. Brad Carlson and Hillary Gerardi will be visiting us from their home in the Chamonix Valley, France to present two short films from personal projects.
LIONS OF WINTER
Fri. August 15, 2025 | 4 pm
For anyone hiking in winter conditions, Gagne's books are a must-read! Analysis of risk factors and decisions is unparalleled; with excellent discussion of effort needed to execute a rescue, the dedication and talents of the people involved.
Ty Gagne, author of Where You'll Find Me: Risk, Decisions, and the Last Climb of Kate Matrosova (2017) and The Last Traverse: Tragedy and Resilience in the Winter Whites (2020) is back with his latest book about rescue in the Whites.
Join us for a reading, Q&A, signing of his latest work!
LOCALS OF THE BOOKROOM
Sat. August 9, 2025 | 5 - 7 pm
Join us for a night to celebrate locals featured in our George K. McClelland Bookroom!
Guest Speaker: Martin Hogue Making Camp
With special guests Terri Brown Sophie's Search for the Moon | Michael Caldwell Tao of Snow | Jennifer Denny Calculated Risk | Lorraine Duvall Where the Styles Brook Waters Flow | Kevin Mackenzie Panther Gorge | Christopher Shaw The Manager | Debby Havas My Journey to Wholeness | Mark Anderson Captures | Jon Nedele Photography | Michele Buck The Red Barn
SUP Evening with The Mountaineer & NRS
Wed. August 06, 2025 | 5:30-7:30 pm
Get on the clear waters of Chapel Pond, to try gear out or work on your personal skills with an instructor!
Join The Mountaineer staff & SUP company, ‘NRS’ in exploring the sport both on & off the water, & the opportunity to ask gear designers any questions you may have!
Registration limited, call the shop to snag your spot!
Participants must bring & wear water shoes. PFD’s will be provided & required to wear. SUP boards, paddles, gear instruction will be provided by NRS & The Mountaineer free of charge.
KID'S CORNER WORKSHOP
Sat. July 26, 2025 | 10 - 11:30 am
Local authors, Sheri Amsel & Max Eaton, will each give a reading & offering a drawing workshop!
Participants will recieve 10% off pencils/sketch pads, Amsel & Eaton titles, day of.
SUP Evening with The Mountaineer & NRS
Wed. July 23, 2025 | 5:30-7:30 pm
Get on the clear waters of Chapel Pond, to try gear out or work on your personal skills with an instructor!
Join The Mountaineer staff & SUP company, ‘NRS’ in exploring the sport both on & off the water, & the opportunity to ask gear designers any questions you may have.
Registration limited, call the shop to snag your spot!
Participants must bring & wear water shoes. PFD’s will be provided & required to wear. SUP boards, paddles, gear instruction will be provided by NRS & The Mountaineer free of charge.
