BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//TSX Challenge - ECPv6.3.3.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:TSX Challenge X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://tsxchallenge.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for TSX Challenge REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Los_Angeles BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20240310T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20241103T090000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240320T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240320T100000 DTSTAMP:20240319T044347 CREATED:20231227T182811Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240225T084217Z UID:38660-1710925200-1710928800@tsxchallenge.com SUMMARY:An Inspirational Trek Across the Sierra to Mt. Whitney DESCRIPTION:Why attend?\n\n\n\n\n\nDescription\n\n\n\nCo-founder of the Trans-Sierra Xtreme (TSX) Challenge\, Chris Casado is passionate about exploring the Sierra backcountry. He has spent countless summers camping in secluded lakes basins\, crossing high alpine passes\, following rushing rivers\, and climbing majestic peaks. Join Chris for a presentation of his favorite trans-Sierra adventure\, a week-long 75-mile journey across remote sections of Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks to the summit of Mt. Whitney (14\,505 feet). Learn the nuts and bolts of preparing for a multi-day backcountry trek\, including gear\, permits\, Leave No Trace principles\, and weather and safety considerations. Find out how motivated individuals of all ages can safely and confidently venture into the rugged beauty and tranquility of the Sierra. \n\n\n\nGroup size limit\n\n\n\n40 participants \n\n\n\nHost\n\n\n\n\n\nFormat\n\n\n\nLive Zoom call\, 40 minute interactive presentation\, 20 minute Q&A \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nContact event organizer\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRelated treks\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\nTrans-Sierra Xtreme Challenge\n\n1 WEEK | 75 MILES | MT. WHITNEY\nJULY\, AUG\, SEPT\nStarts in Fresno/Clovis\, CA \nJoin an inspirational trek across Kings Canyon and Sequoia National Parks to the summit of Mt. Whitney (14\,505 feet).  URL:https://tsxchallenge.com/event/an-inspirational-trek-across-the-sierra-to-mt-whitney/ CATEGORIES:Online Classes & Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://tsxchallenge.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/34732_image.jpg LOCATION:https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81450662087 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240321T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240321T180000 DTSTAMP:20240319T044347 CREATED:20230520T172330Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240318T133826Z UID:31670-1711040400-1711044000@tsxchallenge.com SUMMARY:Backpacking the JMT: Highs and Lows in the Sierra DESCRIPTION:Why attend?\n\n\n\n\n\nDescription\n\n\n\nThe scenery in the Sierra will leave you gasping from its world-renown beauty\, as well as the altitude! Come experience the the John Muir Trail with a pair of fascinating individuals who have seemingly hiked it all. Ellen Shopes and Larry Simkins will share their pictures and stories with the hope of inspiring as well as educating hopeful hikers about the rewards and challenges that the Sierras offer. Being prepared for the challenges and meeting them with some humor can help a hiker get through the tough times and enjoy the great moments. \n\n\n\nGroup size limit\n\n\n\n50 participants \n\n\n\nMeet our presenters\n\n\n\nSince first meeting while working in the Grand Canyon for the National Park Service\, the ‘Adventures of Ellen and Larry’ have taken them over miles of trails. Sierra hikes have included the High Sierra Trail as well as the JMT (4 times). They have completed the 800-mile Arizona Trail 5 times; they recently published a photography book\, Along the Arizona Trail\, highlighting the spectacular diversity along that path. As older hikers\, they tackled the Pacific Crest Trail\, Colorado Trail\, highpoints of many states\, the rugged terrain of canyon country in Utah\, as well as foreign trips in the Himalayas\, South America\, and Africa. \n\n\n\nFormat\n\n\n\nLive Zoom call\, 45 minute interactive presentation\, 15 minute Q&A \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRelated treks\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\nJohn Muir Wilderness Youth Trek\n\n5 Nights | 40 Miles | John Muir Wilderneess\nStarts in Clovis or Lafayette\, CA \nStudents age 13 – 17 are invited to embark on a transformative journey through the lake-studded high basins of the John Muir Wilderness on a one-week experiential learning adventure designed to support the development of outdoor leadership\, environmental stewardship\, and life skills. \n \n \n \n \n \n\nTehipite Valley\n\n5 NIGHTS | 45 MILES | kings canyon np\nMAY\, JUNE\, SEPT\, OCT\nStarts near Fresno/Clovis\, CA \nImmerse yourself in the wonder of Tehipite Valley\, the most powerful\, majestic and remote glacial valley of the Sierra. \n \n \n \n \n \n\nTrans-Sierra Xtreme Challenge\n\n1 WEEK | 75 MILES | MT. WHITNEY\nJULY\, AUG\, SEPT\nStarts in Fresno/Clovis\, CA \nJoin an inspirational trek across Kings Canyon and Sequoia National Parks to the summit of Mt. Whitney (14\,505 feet).  URL:https://tsxchallenge.com/event/backpacking-the-jmt-highs-and-lows-in-the-sierra/ CATEGORIES:Online Classes & Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://tsxchallenge.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/31670_image.png ORGANIZER;CN="TSX Challenge":MAILTO:inspire@tsxchallenge.com LOCATION:https://tsxchallenge.com/event/backpacking-the-jmt-highs-and-lows-in-the-sierra/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240411T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240411T200000 DTSTAMP:20240319T044347 CREATED:20240225T085641Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240225T090431Z UID:39543-1712862000-1712865600@tsxchallenge.com SUMMARY:Backpacking 101 DESCRIPTION:Why attend?\n\n\n\n\n\nDescription\n\n\n\nIt can sometimes be intimidating to try something new. This class is designed for beginners who are interested in transitioning to overnight backpacking\, but still have some lingering questions or doubt. We’ll walk you through the basics about gear\, logistics and safety\, and give you some tips on how to get started. Join us for a fun\, upbeat\, interactive Zoom call where you can get build the confidence to start planning your first backpacking adventure. \n\n\n\nGroup size limit\n\n\n\n40 participants \n\n\n\nHost\n\n\n\n\n\nFormat\n\n\n\nLive Zoom call\, 40 minute interactive presentation\, 20 minute Q&A \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nContact event organizer\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRelated treks\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\nLost Coast Challenge\n\n3 NIGHTS | 25 MILES | KING RANGE\nspring\, summer\, fall\nStarts near San Francisco\, CA \nExplore one of the most rugged and remote sections of coastline in Northern California backpacking the Lost Coast Trail. \n \n \n \n \n \n\nJumpup Canyon\n\n5 NIGHTS | 32 MILES | grand canyon\nmar\, APR\, OCT\, nov\nStarts in Flagstaff\, AZ \nDescend into the deep narrows and slot canyons of the North Rim while exploring remote Grand Canyon terrain. \n \n \n \n \n \n\nGrand Canyon Challenge\n\n3 nights | 25 miles | Grand Canyon\nMAR\, APR\, MAY\, SEPT\, OCT\, NOV\nStarts in Flagstaff\, AZ \nTrek nearly a mile below the rim backpacking rugged Grand Canyon terrain to sleep and swim on secluded beaches of the Colorado River. URL:https://tsxchallenge.com/event/backpacking-101/ CATEGORIES:Online Classes & Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://tsxchallenge.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/34729_image.jpg LOCATION:https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82919851327 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240421T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240421T180000 DTSTAMP:20240319T044347 CREATED:20231227T185112Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240225T091606Z UID:38685-1713718800-1713722400@tsxchallenge.com SUMMARY:Training for a TSX Backpacking Challenge DESCRIPTION:Why attend?\n\n\n\n\n\nDescription\n\n\n\nYou have a trek on the calendar\, and now it’s time to get in shape. Join us as we share training tips and ideas on how to prepare for a TSX Challenge backpacking experience. Hear stories on what worked\, and what didn’t\, from past participants. Learn what a typical “workload” looks like for a day on the trail\, and how teamwork will be important for everyone’s success. Share your plans and ideas. We’re in this together! \n\n\n\nGroup size limit\n\n\n\n40 participants \n\n\n\nHost\n\n\n\n\n\nFormat\n\n\n\nLive Zoom call\, 40 minute interactive presentation\, 20 minute Q&A \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nContact event organizer\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRelated treks\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\nLost Coast Challenge\n\n3 NIGHTS | 25 MILES | KING RANGE\nspring\, summer\, fall\nStarts near San Francisco\, CA \nExplore one of the most rugged and remote sections of coastline in Northern California backpacking the Lost Coast Trail. \n \n \n \n \n \n\nJumpup Canyon\n\n5 NIGHTS | 32 MILES | grand canyon\nmar\, APR\, OCT\, nov\nStarts in Flagstaff\, AZ \nDescend into the deep narrows and slot canyons of the North Rim while exploring remote Grand Canyon terrain. \n \n \n \n \n \n\nThunder River\n\n5 NIGHTS | 32 MILES | GRAND CANYON\nAPR\, OCT\nStarts in Flagstaff\, AZ \nDiscover some of the most breathtaking waterfalls and swimming holes in the Grand Canyon while exploring remote North Rim terrain. URL:https://tsxchallenge.com/event/training-for-a-tsx-backpacking-challenge/ CATEGORIES:Online Classes & Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://tsxchallenge.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/training-for-a-tsx-challenge-backpacking-trek-on-colby-pass.jpg LOCATION:https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81581542126 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240424T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240424T200000 DTSTAMP:20240319T044347 CREATED:20200410T180712Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240225T092555Z UID:20320-1713985200-1713988800@tsxchallenge.com SUMMARY:Customize Your Backpacking First Aid Kit DESCRIPTION: \n\n\n\nWhy attend?\n\n\n\n\n\nDescription\n\n\n\nJoin us for a straightforward\, interactive experience led by TSX Challenge co-founder Chris Casado to get tips and ideas for building your own customized backpacking first aid kit. We’ll pull everything out of our kit and let you know what it is\, why we have it and how it’s used. No two custom kits are the same -share your ideas and get tips from other participants on what they include. Our target format is 30 minutes of interactive presentation followed by up to 30 minutes of discussion and Q&A. Space is limited. Please register to receive Zoom invite link. \n\n\n\nGroup size limit\n\n\n\n40 participants \n\n\n\nHost\n\n\n\n\n\nFormat\n\n\n\nLive Zoom call\, 30 minute interactive presentation\, 30 minute Q&A \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nContact event organizer\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRelated treks\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\nLost Coast Challenge\n\n3 NIGHTS | 25 MILES | KING RANGE\nspring\, summer\, fall\nStarts near San Francisco\, CA \nExplore one of the most rugged and remote sections of coastline in Northern California backpacking the Lost Coast Trail. \n \n \n \n \n \n\nJumpup Canyon\n\n5 NIGHTS | 32 MILES | grand canyon\nmar\, APR\, OCT\, nov\nStarts in Flagstaff\, AZ \nDescend into the deep narrows and slot canyons of the North Rim while exploring remote Grand Canyon terrain. \n \n \n \n \n \n\nThunder River\n\n5 NIGHTS | 32 MILES | GRAND CANYON\nAPR\, OCT\nStarts in Flagstaff\, AZ \nDiscover some of the most breathtaking waterfalls and swimming holes in the Grand Canyon while exploring remote North Rim terrain. URL:https://tsxchallenge.com/event/customize-your-backpacking-first-aid-kit/ CATEGORIES:Online Classes & Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://tsxchallenge.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/31680_image.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="TSX Challenge":MAILTO:inspire@tsxchallenge.com LOCATION:https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87526643784 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240522T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240522T200000 DTSTAMP:20240319T044348 CREATED:20200401T091343Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240225T094151Z UID:19922-1716404400-1716408000@tsxchallenge.com SUMMARY:Three Trans-Sierra Routes to Mt. Whitney DESCRIPTION:Why attend?\n\n\n\n\n\nDescription\n\n\n\nJoin us for a fun\, interactive experience where we’ll discuss three Trans-Sierra routes to Mt. Whitney that enter from the west side of Kings Canyon and Sequoia National Park. Learn about each route\, trail head access\, permits and key highlights. Our target format is 30 minutes of interactive presentation followed by up to 30 minutes of discussion and Q&A. Space is limited. Please register to receive Zoom invite link. \n\n\n\nGroup size limit\n\n\n\n40 participants \n\n\n\nHost\n\n\n\n\n\nFormat\n\n\n\nLive Zoom call\, 40 minute interactive presentation\, 20 minute Q&A \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nContact event organizer\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRelated treks\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\nThe Confluence\n\n6 NIGHTS | 55 MILES | GRAND CANYON\nMAR\, OCT\nStarts in Flagstaff\, AZ \nBackpack the Grand Canyon to the confluence of the Little Colorado and Colorado Rivers on this Limited Edition experience. \n \n \n \n \n \n\nMount Goddard\n\n5 NIGHTS | 50 MILES | KINGS CANYON\nAUG\, SEPT\nStarts near Fresno/Clovis\, CA \nStretch the imagination and summit Kings Canyon’s 13\,560′ beast on our most physically demanding route\, including 10 miles off trail. \n \n \n \n \n \n\nTrans-Sierra Xtreme Challenge\n\n1 WEEK | 75 MILES | MT. WHITNEY\nJULY\, AUG\, SEPT\nStarts in Fresno/Clovis\, CA \nJoin an inspirational trek across Kings Canyon and Sequoia National Parks to the summit of Mt. Whitney (14\,505 feet).  URL:https://tsxchallenge.com/event/three-trans-sierra-routes-to-mt-whitney/ CATEGORIES:Online Classes & Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://tsxchallenge.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/three-routes-to-mt-whitney.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="TSX Challenge":MAILTO:inspire@tsxchallenge.com LOCATION:https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88491975793 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240529T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240529T200000 DTSTAMP:20240319T044348 CREATED:20231227T200914Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240225T094548Z UID:38762-1717009200-1717012800@tsxchallenge.com SUMMARY:Uh Oh! Stories of Things That Have Gone Wrong on the Trail DESCRIPTION:Why attend?\n\n\n\n\n\nDescription\n\n\n\nThe more you backpack\, the more problems you’re bound to face. Join TSX co-founders Chris and Mike for personal stories of things that have gone wrong over decades of backpacking. Get tips on how you can hike smarter and safer by learning from these experiences. Space is limited. Please register to receive Zoom invite link. \n\n\n\nGroup size limit\n\n\n\n40 participants \n\n\n\nHost\n\n\n\n\n\nFormat\n\n\n\nLive Zoom call\, 40 minute interactive presentation\, 20 minute Q&A \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nContact event organizer\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRelated treks\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\nLost Coast Challenge\n\n3 NIGHTS | 25 MILES | KING RANGE\nspring\, summer\, fall\nStarts near San Francisco\, CA \nExplore one of the most rugged and remote sections of coastline in Northern California backpacking the Lost Coast Trail. \n \n \n \n \n \n\nThunder River\n\n5 NIGHTS | 32 MILES | GRAND CANYON\nAPR\, OCT\nStarts in Flagstaff\, AZ \nDiscover some of the most breathtaking waterfalls and swimming holes in the Grand Canyon while exploring remote North Rim terrain. \n \n \n \n \n \n\nThe Confluence\n\n6 NIGHTS | 55 MILES | GRAND CANYON\nMAR\, OCT\nStarts in Flagstaff\, AZ \nBackpack the Grand Canyon to the confluence of the Little Colorado and Colorado Rivers on this Limited Edition experience. URL:https://tsxchallenge.com/event/uh-oh-stories-of-things-that-have-gone-wrong-on-the-trail/ CATEGORIES:Online Classes & Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://tsxchallenge.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/30737_image.jpg LOCATION:https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84088005918 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240609T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240609T200000 DTSTAMP:20240319T044348 CREATED:20231227T180257Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240317T181119Z UID:38647-1717959600-1717963200@tsxchallenge.com SUMMARY:The Grand Canyon’s Escalante Route DESCRIPTION:Why attend?\n\n\n\n\n\nDescription\n\n\n\nNo matter your age\, backpacking the Grand Canyon can be a life changing experience. Join us for a fun and informative digital exploration through one of the Canyon’s least traveled regions\, the Escalante Route. Learn the nuts and bolts of preparing for a multi-day Grand Canyon trek\, including permits\, trail options\, gear\, Leave No Trace\, safety and weather considerations. Learn tips on making your Grand Canyon experience rewarding for families and individuals of all ages. Space is limited. Please register to receive Zoom invite link. \n\n\n\nGroup size limit\n\n\n\n40 participants \n\n\n\nHost\n\n\n\nYour TSX Challenge Team \n\n\n\nFormat\n\n\n\nLive Zoom call\, 40 minute interactive presentation\, 20 minute Q&A \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nContact event organizer\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRelated treks\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\nEscalante Route\n\n3 NIGHTS | 27 MILES | GRAND CANYON\nMAR\, APR\, MAY\, SEPT\, OCT\, NOV\nStarts in Flagstaff\, AZ \nExplore remote slot canyons\, scale jagged cliff ledges\, and sleep on secluded beaches on a Grand Canyon backpacking experience in a class of it’s own. \n \n \n \n \n \n\nThe Confluence\n\n6 NIGHTS | 55 MILES | GRAND CANYON\nMAR\, OCT\nStarts in Flagstaff\, AZ \nBackpack the Grand Canyon to the confluence of the Little Colorado and Colorado Rivers on this Limited Edition experience. \n \n \n \n \n \n\nGrand Canyon Challenge\n\n3 nights | 25 miles | Grand Canyon\nMAR\, APR\, MAY\, SEPT\, OCT\, NOV\nStarts in Flagstaff\, AZ \nTrek nearly a mile below the rim backpacking rugged Grand Canyon terrain to sleep and swim on secluded beaches of the Colorado River. URL:https://tsxchallenge.com/event/the-grand-canyons-escalante-route/ CATEGORIES:Online Classes & Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://tsxchallenge.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/31616_image.jpg LOCATION:https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89772312835 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240616T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240616T180000 DTSTAMP:20240319T044348 CREATED:20200405T035503Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240225T100016Z UID:20098-1718557200-1718560800@tsxchallenge.com SUMMARY:What's In Our Backpack? Gear We Use When Backpacking The Sierra DESCRIPTION: \n\n\n\nWhy attend?\n\n\n\n\n\nDescription\n\n\n\nYou don’t need high end expensive gear to go backpacking in the Sierra. We’ll empty our pack and show you exactly what we take on each trip. Space is limited. Please register to receive Zoom invite link. \n\n\n\nGroup size limit\n\n\n\n40 participants \n\n\n\nHost\n\n\n\nYour TSX Challenge Team \n\n\n\nFormat\n\n\n\nLive Zoom call\, 40 minute interactive presentation\, 20 minute Q&A \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nContact event organizer\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRelated treks\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\nTehipite Valley\n\n5 NIGHTS | 45 MILES | kings canyon np\nMAY\, JUNE\, SEPT\, OCT\nStarts near Fresno/Clovis\, CA \nImmerse yourself in the wonder of Tehipite Valley\, the most powerful\, majestic and remote glacial valley of the Sierra. \n \n \n \n \n \n\nHell For Sure Challenge\n\n5 NIGHTS | 40 MILES | LECONTE DIVIDE\nJUNE\, JULY\, AUG\, SEPT\nStarts near Fresno/Clovis\, CA \nExperience the exhilaration of true wilderness backpacking off-trail routes in a slice of heaven south of Yosemite and north of Kings Canyon. \n \n \n \n \n \n\nTrans-Sierra Xtreme Challenge\n\n1 WEEK | 75 MILES | MT. WHITNEY\nJULY\, AUG\, SEPT\nStarts in Fresno/Clovis\, CA \nJoin an inspirational trek across Kings Canyon and Sequoia National Parks to the summit of Mt. Whitney (14\,505 feet).  URL:https://tsxchallenge.com/event/whats-in-our-backpack-gear-we-use-when-backpacking-the-sierra/ CATEGORIES:Online Classes & Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://tsxchallenge.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/34754_image.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="TSX Challenge":MAILTO:inspire@tsxchallenge.com LOCATION:https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85117779773 END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR