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
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
Hiking and Backpacking Safety During the COVID-19 Pandemic
What unique risks and safety practices should be considered when hiking during the COVID-19 pandemic?… Read More
TSX Challenge Update for COVID-19
We hope you and your family are doing well. As various local, state, national and international advisories and restrictions are put in place in response to the COVID-19 coronavirus outbreak, we are updating our cancellation policy for all current and … Read More
Grand Canyon: Important November 30th Deadline
If you are considering a spring 2020 Grand Canyon Challenge trek with us, have friends who have expressed interest, or have already registered for a 2020 trek, please help us get the word out to sign up by November 30th. … Read More
Leave It All Behind
Meetings, social media, homework, anxiety, self-doubt… whatever’s holding you back, leave your daily hustle behind this spring and reset by spending three nights backpacking through one of the most inspirational settings on Earth. Our March, April and May 2020 Grand … Read More
Sharing the Truth on Mother’s Day
(by Chris Casado, Co-Founder, TSX Challenge, originally published 2019, updated 2020) It’s time to come clean. Two moms are largely responsible for making TSX a reality. I started TSX in late-2010 with the help of Mike Murphy and incredible family … Read More