About us
Interested in backpacking but not sure where to start? Looking for inspiration for your next big goal? Interested in connecting with like minded adventurers? Welcome to our TSX Challenge Meetup Group where we hold regular, online classes and events on backpacking and the outdoors that are free to join, informative, and open to all ages and experience levels. You can join our group from anywhere across the country, or the world, and get inspired for your next big adventure.
About TSX Challenge:
TSX Challenge leads guided backpacking experiences through the Sierra, Grand Canyon, Lost Coast and beyond, for all ages and experience levels. Each backpacking challenge traverses breathtaking terrain and is completely unplugged. While our treks can be intense, no prior backpacking experience is required. Just bring your mental toughness, positive attitude and be ready for an experience that will inspire you for the rest of your life.
Our Online Classes & Events:
We provide free online classes and events on a weekly basis via Zoom to help educate and inspire people about backpacking. Whether you are new to the outdoors or an experienced adventurer, get inspired by joining a TSX online event that’s right for you!
Take a look at our event schedule and register.
Check out our website for more details or if you are interested in signing up for an organized trek: https://tsxchallenge.com/
Upcoming events
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Uh Oh! Stories of Things That Have Gone Wrong on the Trail
·OnlineOnlineThe 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.
We’ll share personal stories of things that have gone wrong when backpacking and how you can avoid them.
*Important Registration Details
For enhanced security of our online events, two step registration is required. Please RSVP on Meetup and then follow the event link and complete registration on our website. Zoom link will be sent to verified participants only. We apologize for the inconvenience, but we are doing our best to keep our events FREE while also mitigating the disruption of Zoom bombers trolling Meetup. In addition, voice and video verification will be required upon joining our events, and no individuals will be permitted to join after 5 minutes from event start time.13 attendees
Hiking Mt. Whitney
·OnlineOnlineIf your goal is to reach the summit of Mt. Whitney, this is the class for you!
Are you planning a trip to Mt. Whitney? Have you been shut out or confused by the Mt. Whitney permit lottery process? Are you determined to make it to the top and check it off your bucket list? Join TSX for this one hour interactive info session where we’ll cover the Main Whitney Trail from the east, and three alternate routes from the south, north, and west. Get tips on how to get a permit, prepare for the hike, and make your attempt on Mt. Whitney a success.
*Important Registration Details*
For enhanced security of our online events, two step registration is required. Please RSVP on Meetup and then follow the event link and complete registration on our website. Zoom link will be sent to verified participants only. We apologize for the inconvenience, but we are doing our best to keep our events FREE while also mitigating the disruption of Zoom bombers trolling Meetup. In addition, voice and video verification will be required upon joining our events, and no individuals will be permitted to join after 5 minutes from event start time.8 attendees
Don’t Break the Bank! Backpacking Gear for Beginners
·OnlineOnlineHigh end expensive gear isn’t needed to explore the backcountry. We’ll show you how to get started on a budget.
You don’t need high end expensive gear to start exploring the backcountry. We’ll walk you through our pack and show you exactly what we take on each trip and how you can get what you need on a budget. Space is limited.
*Important Registration Details*
For enhanced security of our online events, two step registration is required. Please RSVP on Meetup and then follow the event link and complete registration on our website. Zoom link will be sent to verified participants only. We apologize for the inconvenience, but we are doing our best to keep our events FREE while also mitigating the disruption of Zoom bombers trolling Meetup. In addition, voice and video verification will be required upon joining our events, and no individuals will be permitted to join after 5 minutes from event start time.7 attendees
Past events
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