Basic Map and Compass Course in Lake Tahoe Join Tahoe Rim Trail Association for a day in the classroom and field to learn basic map and compass skills. Technology like a personal GPS device has probably surpassed John Muir’s wildest dreams but that doesn’t mean John Muir’s method of navigation is obsolete. In fact, knowing…
Wilderness First Aid with NOLS Wilderness Medicine $265 (NON-TRTA MEMBERS) AND $235 (TRTA-MEMBERS) The Tahoe Rim Trail Association is hosting a two-day Wilderness First Aid (WFA) course taught by NOLS Wilderness Medicine (NOLS WM). This course provides individuals with a foundation in important first aid concepts critical to responding effectively to emergencies in a remote backcountry environment. The…
Capture the Colors of Fall (with an iPhone and more!) Explore the fall beauty of Lake Tahoe through your camera lens on this guided hike with TRTA. Bring your camera (fancy or not, smartphones OK!) and join photo expert Steve Hale to learn how to truly capture the striking reds, yellows, and oranges of deciduous trees…
TRTA Annual Celebration and Fundraiser Mark your calendar for this fun evening! Come celebrate the hard work the Tahoe Rim Trail Association does to build better trails in every aspect of the organization. Enjoy riding up the beautiful gondola, socializing with fellow trail enthusiasts, and hearing about all the projects the TRTA accomplished over the…
Hang out with Tahoe Rim Trail Association staff and Board members once again at Alibi Ale Works- Brewery & Taproom and regale them with stories of your summer trail adventures! Collect raffle tickets all of August for some BIG raffle prizes and enjoy the delicious Rim Trail Ale while giving back to the Tahoe Rim…
Backpacking 101 $100 FOR TRTA MEMBERS, $125 FOR NON-TRTA MEMBERS This overnight backpacking 101 course is designed for backcountry enthusiasts eager to learn how to upgrade their wilderness experience by learning how to backpack. Join us for this weekend experience to learn all kinds of backpacking tips and tricks, including dressing for success in the backcountry,…
Make Earth Day Your EverydayCelebrate Earth Day in North Lake Tahoe April 22 marks the 54th Anniversary for Earth Day, a day created to inspire everyone to protect our planet. Earth Day was founded in 1970 and is now observed by over 190 countries and more than one billion people. Today, Earth Day is more…