Human Tricks To Train For A Backpacking Adventure
As a backpacking guide, I take my training for TSX trips very seriously. Here is how I prepare for an upcoming trip.… Read More
Thoughts On Training For Backpacking From Someone Who Hates Running
As an avid non-runner, I’m sharing my training regimen to hopefully spark some ideas on how you can train for backpacking while leveraging exercises that you enjoy doing and that work for your body and schedule.… Read More
A Tribute to El Tanko
One year ago this week we had some heart breaking news to share with our TSX family. Jan, who had completed seven TSX Challenge experiences over several years and had become an iconic figure in the TSX family, was on … Read More
The History Behind this Picture
The person who first introduce me to this route, and to backpacking, was a fifth grade teacher at Gettysburg Elementary School in Clovis, California, a school I attended for 3rd – 6th grades. Clovis is a proud community in Central … Read More
Time to Gear Up for Summer in the Sierra
We have officially crossed the midway point in our spring season and summer is on the horizon. As we wind down in the Grand Canyon, that means it’s time to gear up in the Sierra!… Read More
Discover the Escalante Route
Not all Grand Canyon backpacking experiences are created equal. Discover a new route through rugged terrain, remote canyons and secluded beaches with TSX.… Read More
The Window Test
What looking out the window can tell us about California’s recent winter storm and backpacking the Sierra this summer.
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Vacation and Adventure with TSX
Ready for the most inspirational vacation of your life? Discover the perfect escape and adventure for 2021. … Read More
Leave Limits Behind
Every year we take motivated people of all ages and experience levels into the Sierra and Grand Canyon, but this year we hit new records with our youngest participant ever, Brooks “Hooks” (9 years old), and our oldest female participant … Read More
TSX Pods and 2021 Trek Updates
Between the challenges of COVID and the California fires, we’re incredibly thankful for the Sierra and Grand Canyon backpacking experiences we we’ve been able to offer this year (view team pictures here!). We have an exciting 2021 trek schedule, and now is … Read More