Our youngest Trans-Sierra Xtreme Challenge participant this season was 12 year old writer, musician, producer and all-around great kid Dylan Reiss. Not only was the week long adventure quality time spent with dad, but when you’re 12 years old and hike 55 miles … Read More
We uploaded a new backpacking checklist YouTube video for everyone to enjoy.
Sometimes, the Grand Canyon is best described as an emotion. This video captures the beauty, tranquility and emotion of spring backpacking in the Grand Canyon. It was put together by a participant from our March 31st Grand Canyon Xtreme Challenge trek. Thank you Donna … Read More
Zack Fisher started hiking trans-sierra treks to Mt. Whitney while a student at Bullard High School, in Fresno, Ca at the age of 15. With several seasons under his belt, he has been on Mt. Whitney (14,505 ft.) around a … Read More
“The Trans Sierra Trek looks amazing! I, however am out of shape and never done any overnight backpacking trips, let alone anything close to a long trek. What is needed to prepare and get in shape to do something like … Read More
It was the fall of 1997 when two 18 year old kids – Andy from Minnesota, and Chris from California – crossed paths during their first year of university in South Bend, Indiana. Andy studied finance while Chris pursued a … Read More
We value the support of REI and Sports Basement in helping us share our message. Meet us at one of 13 locations across California – read on for details! And gift cards…… Read More
Where can beginners hike a moderate 3.5 miles and feel like they’re 20 miles into the Sierra? Read on to learn more about California’s Bull Run Lake, high above Arnold off Highway 4.… Read More
Ready for something Grand? We are excited to announce a new annual spring hiking series, the Grand Canyon Xtreme Challenge, with 3 night / 4 day treks beginning in March and April 2015. Learn how you can join us!… Read More
Thanks Donna for putting together this great video montage of our Aug 8-16th trek! This trek was not without some adventure for everyone involved. The lightening and thunder show at Colby pass was unreal and intense. Follow the link, click … Read More
