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An Evening with Outdoors Writer Tom Stienstra at REI Berkeley, June 17th at 7pm
If you're a Bay Area local or are just visiting, join Tom Stienstra, outdoors columnist for the San Francisco Chronicle, on Wednesday, June 17th at 7pm, for an exciting multi-media event at REI Berkeley.
REI Berkeley: Wednesday, June 17th at 7pm
Doors open at 6:30, arrive early, space is limited
1338 San Pablo Ave
Berkeley, CA 94702
(510) 527-4140
Sierra Crossing and More: An Inspirational Evening with Outdoors Writer Tom Stienstra:
Award-winning guidebook author and outdoors columnist for the San Francisco Chronicle, Tom Stienstra has spent more than 30 years exploring California wilderness, in search of the best places to backpack, fish, or camp. Join Tom for slides and stories of his recent 70-mile crossing of the Sierra Crest, from Mount Whitney west to Sequoia National Park. As Tom takes you trekking across this pristine landscape, following in the footsteps of the pioneers and explorers of 200 years ago, he’ll share his trademark tips on how to make backcountry adventures rewarding experiences you’ll never forget. Following the program, Tom will sign copies of his guidebook classics, including brand new editions of Moon California Camping and Moon Northern California Camping.
Look forward to seeing some of you there,
Eva Zimmerman
Associate Publicist
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