Get inspired to explore a slice of untapped and under-appreciated wilderness south of Yosemite and north of Kings Canyon. Join Chris Casado, founder of the Hell For Sure Challenge at your local REI for a digital journey away from the National Park crowds, through some of his favorite 30- to 50-mile Central Sierra routes. Learn…
Join us for a fun, informative, and inspirational presentation covering all you need to know to complete a multi-day trans-Sierra backpacking trek to Mt. Whitney, the highest point in the lower 48 states. Chris Casado, co-founder of Trans-Sierra Xtreme Challenge, has spent countless summers camping in secluded lake basins, crossing high alpine passes, following rushing…
Co-founders of Trans-Sierra Xtreme (TSX) Challenge, Chris Casado and Mike Murphy are passionate about exploring the Sierra backcountry. They’ve spent countless summers camping in secluded lakes basins, crossing high alpine passes, following rushing rivers, and climbing majestic peaks. Join Chris for a digital presentation and 2014 recap of their favorite trans-Sierra adventure, a week-long 75-mile…
Attend one of our Mt. Whitney classes an REI or Sports Basement near you.
Tomorrow we begin a series of 19 talks at REI locations throughout California dedicated to motivating and inspiring individuals of all ages to set and reach ambitious goals like summiting Mt. Whitney, or hiking to the bottom of the Grand Canyon. You’re invited to join us! Relive the memories and laughs retracing the steps of…