How recent California storms will impact Summer Backpacking in the Sierra
Read our analysis of snowfall data and predict the future of summer backpacking travel in the Sierra.
Read our analysis of snowfall data and predict the future of summer backpacking travel in the Sierra.
What to be aware of as we continue to enhance the site to fuel our next level of growth.
Introducing multi-night immersive backpacking experiences for students age 13-17.
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!
Not all Grand Canyon backpacking experiences are created equal. Discover a new route through rugged terrain, remote canyons and secluded beaches with TSX.
What looking out the window can tell us about California’s recent winter storm and backpacking the Sierra this summer.
Ready for the most inspirational vacation of your life? Discover the perfect escape and adventure for 2021.
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 a great time to start planning a new adventure. Below are a few updates about…
What unique risks and safety practices should be considered when hiking during the COVID-19 pandemic?
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. Due to Grand Canyon National Park’s permitting process, we cannot guarantee Grand Canyon Challenge trek…
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 Canyon Challenge treks are easy to join. Just bring your mental toughness, positive attitude, and…
(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 support. At that time, our family had two full-time working parents, two young kids under…