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April 4, 2017 @ 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

Join TSX Challenge co-founder Chris Casado for an inspirational and informative talk on Backpacking the Sierra to Mt. Whitney, hosted by REI Saratoga.

Get inspired to hike Mt. Whitney. Chris Casado, co-founder of the Trans-Sierra Xtreme Challenge has spent countless summers camping in secluded lakes basins, crossing high alpine passes, following rushing rivers, and climbing majestic peaks. Join Chris for a digital presentation of his favorite high Sierra adventure, a week-long 75-mile journey across remote sections of Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks to the summit of Mt. Whitney. Learn the nuts and bolts of planning a multi-day backcountry trek, including gear, permits, weather and safety considerations, Leave No Trace principles, and protecting your food from bears. Find out tips for making a wilderness adventure of this magnitude a rewarding experience for all ages.

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Date:
April 4, 2017
Time:
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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Website:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/backpacking-the-sierra-to-mt-whitney-saratoga-ca-tickets-30725191876

Organizer

REI Saratoga
Phone
(408) 871-8765

Venue

REI Saratoga
400 El Paseo de Saratoga
San Jose, CA 95130 United States
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Phone
(408) 871-8765
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