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The History Behind this Picture
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Time to Gear Up for Summer in the Sierra
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Welcome! We started TSX to change the lives of others through inspirational backpacking experiences. Whether you trek with us, or on your own, we hope these pages can be a resource to plan, prepare and get inspired.

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Conquering the Knob on the Hell For Sure Challenge Conquering the Knob on the Hell For Sure Challenge is no small feat! This technical off trail route over the LeConte Divide is what takes HFS to the next level of wilderness adventure. Goodluck to HFS Team 4 who will be hiking the Knob on the 4th of July this weekend! And have a happy and safe 4th to the rest of our TSX Family in the US and around the World! #tsxchallenge #theknob #backpacking #offtrail #adventure #4thofjuly
More Hell For Sure magic… it’s easy to see why More Hell For Sure magic… it’s easy to see why we love sharing this experience with others, spending time exploring the best parts of California. #hellforsurechallenge #tsxchallenge #visitfresnocounty #centralsierra #shaverlake #inspirationforalifetime #offthegrid #peaceful #tsxfamily #leaveitallbehind
Views and smiles for days…. Our second Tehipite Views and smiles for days…. Our second Tehipite Valley trip done and dusted. 5 days on trail and hanging out in Tehipite Valley without seeing another person. Although difficult to get to, it’s well worth the challenge. Keep your eyes peeled for new trips hitting our schedule for the fall! #tehipitevalley #hiddengems #backpacking #tsxchallenge #adventure #camping
Hell For Sure Team 1 just made it back today! Unbe Hell For Sure Team 1 just made it back today! Unbelievable weather, flowers in bloom and the snow not so bad! The Hell For Sure Challenge is all about having fun. Lakes, rivers, day hikes and fishing. HFS Team 2 takes off on Saturday! Wish us luck ☘️ #tsxchallenge #backpacking #highsierra #camping #johnmuirwilderness #summer
We are excited to have @desertsirena join us a a g We are excited to have @desertsirena join us a a guest presenter on 6/23 as part of our Summer Speaker Series to share her inspirational story and tips and tricks for backpacking the Grand Canyon! Get to know Sirena Rana below, then hop over to our events page and register to attend her talk! Link in bio. “I didn’t grow up hiking and backpacking, though I’ve always loved the outdoors. I grew up in the suburbs of Chicago with immigrant parents, and it was not something I even heard of until later in life. I started hiking after an accident - I was hit by a truck while walking across the street. This caused me to develop a chronic pain condition called fibromyalgia. I started with very short hikes and slowly built up my stamina. I also noticed my pain symptoms were getting better and hiking gave me positive things to focus on. As a beginner hiker, I had a lot to learn (like everything.) As I gained experience I became more comfortable. Now after decades of hiking, backpacking and rafting in Grand Canyon and throughout Arizona I’ve developed an extensive list of methods to stay comfortable in a desert environment. I encourage folks to join us, especially those who are curious about hiking or backpacking the Grand Canyon but don’t know where to start. My passion is empowering people who didn’t grow up hiking, camping or backpacking with the knowledge I’ve gotten over the years so they can discover the joy of connecting with nature.” All donation proceeds will support the @grand_canyon_conservancy #summerspeakerseries #grandcanyonnationalpark #womenwhohike #womenwhoexplore #womenwhoinnovate #belowtherim #getinspired #shareyourstory #makeityouin2022 #tsxchallenge
On every trip, there are moments… moments where On every trip, there are moments… moments where everything seems just right. And moments where you faceplant into a cactus, bust your shoes, or on extreme rare occasions, require a helicopter lift out. There are moments where there is time to reflect, and moments where the only thing to do is keep hiking on. Our Grand Canyon treks this spring were full of memorable moments. We’re keeping it real today with a few pics that don’t typically make the highlight reel… thanks to all our participants and guides for a memorable season! #tsxchallenge #keepingitreal #grandcanyonchallenge #tsxfamily #faceplant #cactus #siestatime #hikeon #teameffort #ducttape #grandcanyon #outtakes
Our inaugural TSX Tehipite Valley experience took Our inaugural TSX Tehipite Valley experience took place this week, and we are still feeling the high of gratitude for the team who shared the adventure with us. This route is different than any other TSX experience, with two days of base camps/day hikes, but it is no less challenging, or rewarding. Tehipite Dome and Tehipite Valley, practicality hidden from sight and knowledge from all but those who seek it, allows for the visitor to step back in time to enjoy a region brimming with natural wonders in peace and solitude. The cascading waterfalls, ancient petroglyphs, and towering granite that call it home have been preserved in their natural state, ripe for fresh discovery for all who brave the journey to visit. Thank you to our inaugural Team #1 for the incredible journey! Looking forward to our three remaining teams this year (all dates are full), and those who can join us in 2023 (space available!). @dirkpv @travelannie @pepuntalan #tsxchallenge #tsxfamily #nevergiveup #tehipitevalley #yolo #johnmuirwilderness #kingscanyonnationalpark #visitfresnocounty #shaverlake #centralsierra #thebeauty
It can take a little getting used to but when weat It can take a little getting used to but when weather and mosquitos aren’t a factor, cowboy camping certainly has some upsides. Fresh air, a night sky full of stars, and a quick pack up in the morning for those before sun-up early starts. #cowboycamping #tsxchallenge #camping #backpacking #sleepingoutside #nature #grandcanyonchallenge
Our first trip in the Sierra kicks off today, head Our first trip in the Sierra kicks off today, heading to Tehipite Valley! Good-luck, have fun and can’t wait to see the photos! Have a great weekend everyone. See you on trail. #tsxchallenge #sierraseason #tehipitevalley #tehipitedome #backpacking #adventure
Announcing our Summer Speaker Series! We have invi Announcing our Summer Speaker Series! We have invited some of our expert friends to give talks on a fun variety of topics all summer long! Starting June 16 we will have a different talk every Thursday at 7PM on topics ranging from hiking the Camino de Santiago to adventuring in the outdoors with your kids to mountain biking destinations in the southwest. We currently have 5 talks on the books with many more coming. Go to our events page by clicking the linkin bio to see the schedule and register! #tsxchallenge #backpacking #mountainbiking #campingwithkids #forceofnature #caminodesantiago #sierranevadamountains #adventure #onlineevent
Zen moment before you start your weekend…🧘 E Zen moment before you start your weekend…🧘 Enjoy! #tsxchallenge #momentofzen #confluence #littlecoloradoriver #coloradoriver #outdoors
Our first Grand Canyon Limited Edition to the Conf Our first Grand Canyon Limited Edition to the Confluence trip is done and dusted! Such an amazing experience. This was a very challenging trek. Big miles, very hot days, technical terrain....but it was all worth it to see and experience such a powerful place. We will post more photos and videos in the coming days but here are some highlights from the 8 days spent in the canyon. Thank you to the TSX All Stars for joining us and helping us dial in this experience. There is one more Confluence trip going out in the fall, we have a few spots left for anyone who is interested. #tsxchallenge #grandcanyon #grandcanyonlimitededition #confluence #coloradoriver #littlecoloradoriver #hiking #camping #backpacking
With a life story as interesting as her travels, A With a life story as interesting as her travels, Annie continues to grow personally while inspiring others when on the trail. A veteran, an artist, and a mother of beautiful daughters, when she’s not traveling the seven continents you can find her hiking her mountain - Tuyshtak - teaching others about her passions, or backpacking with TSX. Annie will be participating on her 6th TSX experience this month, Tehipite Valley… can’t wait to see you on the trail! @travelannie #tsxfamily #tsxchallenge #tuyshtak #mtdiablo #tehipitevalley #makeityouin2022 #inspirationforalifetime #hatesmosquitoes #lovesadventure
What kind of snow are we going to encounter in the What kind of snow are we going to encounter in the Sierra this year? That is the question right now. Late April snow storms have dropped more precipitation than Jan, Feb & March combined! Even with this recent snow it has still been a below average season. We will likely encounter some pockets of snow in high places on our early trips but likely won't have to worry too much about big snow fields and swollen rivers. These photos are on Colby Pass on our Trans Sierra trek from two different years. #tsxchallenge #sierranevada #summersnow #colbypass #backpacking #camping #hiking #adventure #outside
Happy Earth Day! Our first trips back to the Sier Happy Earth Day! Our first trips back to the Sierra and Tehipite Valley are coming up in May! Can't wait to get back. #tehipitevalley #tsxchallenge #backpacking #tehipitedome #adventure #hiddengem
It doesn't matter if you are on the rim, the Tonto It doesn't matter if you are on the rim, the Tonto or at the Colorado River, the views in the Grand Canyon cannot be beat. We are currently submitting for September Grand Canyon permits at the end of this month. If you are looking for a fall adventure, now is the time to sign up! #grandcanyon #hiking #fall #adventure #backpacking #vacation
And this is just what Day 1 looks like in the Gran And this is just what Day 1 looks like in the Grand Canyon… Our Fall 2022 trips schedule is up on the website. Come join us in the Grand Canyon! #tsxchallenge #grandcanyon #hiking #hikingzen #unforgettable #experience #outside
Here is to the juniors at Tahoe Expedition Academy Here is to the juniors at Tahoe Expedition Academy for completing the Extended Escalante Route! We worked with the school to build an experience incorporating the growth and learning that comes from completing a TSX Challenge with their current curriculum. In between hiking we learned photography and Platonic philosophy in the most beautiful classroom imaginable! #outdooreducation #tsxchallenge #grandcanyon #plato #classoutside #adventure #hiking #camping #backpacking
After countless months of preparation, zoom meetin After countless months of preparation, zoom meetings, training hikes, and nerves, this crew of inspiring women from across the country met for the first time as a team last week in Flagstaff for what would be a life changing experience for many. Over four days and 30 miles of Grand Canyon hiking, the #over50outside team shared stories, laughter, and forged new bonds of friendship while accomplishing something extraordinary. Thank you to the entire crew for sharing your joy with us! #tsxchallenge #52hikechallenge #tsxfamily #grandcanyonchallenge #ageisirrelevant #attitudeiseverything #earnit #cedonulli #nevergiveup @calhoun_monica @mikahiker @lsterno_531
Peace out work week hello Sierra! Grand Canyon t Peace out work week hello Sierra! Grand Canyon trips are in full swing but that also means it’s time to start thinking of Summer in the Sierra. Since we only have a handful of open spots left on any of our Sierra treks, we will be releasing our 2023 trips dates soon so check back! #tsxchallenge #summervibes #sierranevadamountains #summerinsierras #hikingadventures #lifeoutside
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