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Lightening Your Load: Intro to Lightweight Backpacking

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February 25 @ 6:00 PM 7:00 PM PDT

Why join?

Interested in lightening your load? This class is for you. Learn tips and tricks about ultralight backpacking.

About this talk

Looking to take your backpacking skill set to the next level? Join guide and thru-hiker Dave Sayer as he talks lightweight strategy, gear and other tips and tricks to help you shave pounds and ounces from your rig. Whether you are actively planning a large thru-hike, a week-long adventure, or you are just curious about doing more with less, this talk is a great entry point to lightweight backpacking.

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Group size limit

40 participants

Format

Live Zoom call, 40 minute interactive presentation, 20 minute Q&A

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Shaver Lake, CA 93664 United States
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Bring friends and save

Every new year deserves a new goal, and we’re making it easy to set a new goal with the whole crew. For a limited time, book a 2026 TSX Challenge trek save and up to $1000 when you sign up together. The more friends you bring, the bigger the adventure and the savings:

2 Hikers: Save $100 each
3 Hikers: Save $150 each
4 Hikers: Save $250 each

No need for a promo code; discounts apply automatically as you add participants to your booking, and reduce the deposit due today. Trek availability is limited.