Films & programs
BICYCLING
Presentation
David Herlihy will discuss his new book, “The Lost Cyclist: The Epic Tale of an American Adventurer and His Mysterious Disappearance,” about Frank Lenz, who vanished in Turkey on a 20,000-mile trip in the 19th century.
When, where: 7:30 p.m. Monday at Distant Lands, 56 S. Raymond Ave., Pasadena.
Admission, info: Free. RSVP to (626) 449-3220.
BACKPACKING
Workshop
Make the leap from car camping to backpacking or fine-tune your wilderness skills with a “Backpacking Basics” class.
When, where: 7 p.m. Wednesday at the REI stores in Arcadia, 214 N Santa Anita Ave., and Northridge, 18605 Devonshire St.
Admission, info: Free. (626) 447-1062 for Arcadia; (818) 831-5555 for Northridge
YOSEMITE
Workshop
Learn about California’s Yosemite National Park and hiking Half Dome.
When, where: 7 p.m. Thursday at the REI store in Huntington Beach, 7777 Edinger Ave., Suite 138.
Admission, info: Free. (714) 379-1938.
SOLO TRAVEL
Workshop
“Women Traveling Solo” will give tips on going it alone around the globe.
When, where: 10 a.m. Saturday at the Hostelling International Travel Store, 1434 2nd St., Santa Monica.
Admission, info: Free. (310) 393-3413.
Please e-mail announcements at least three weeks in advance of the event date to travel@latimes.com.
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