Shackleton’s Antarctic adventure up for discussion at Distant Lands

ANTARCTICA

Presentation

Joel Robinson will describe the Antarctic escape led by Ernest Shackleton 100 years ago and Robinson’s effort to retrace part of Shackleton’s route.

When, where: 7:30 p.m. Monday at Distant Lands, 20 S. Raymond Ave., Pasadena.

Admission, info: Free. RSVP to (626) 449-3220.

EUROPE

Workshop

Hostelling International will conduct a workshop on exploring Europe by rail. Topics include Eurail passes and classes of service.

When, where: 7 p.m. Tuesday at the REI store in Santa Monica, 402 Santa Monica Blvd.

Admission, info: Free. RSVP to (310) 393-9913, Ext. 3104.

MT. WHITNEY

Workshop

REI experts will discuss applying for a permit, planning a route, and choosing equipment and food.

When, where: 7 p.m. Thursday at the REI store in Huntington Beach, 7777 Edinger Ave.

Admission, info: Free. (714) 379-1938.

SPAIN

Presentation

Kurt Koontz will discuss his book “A Million Steps,” about his trek on the Camino de Santiago. A question-and-answer session and signing to follow.

When, where: 6:30 p.m. Friday at the Adventure 16 store, 11161 W. Pico Blvd., Los Angeles

Admission, info: $10. (310) 473-4574.

JOSHUA TREE

Fine-art photography

This three-day workshop focuses not only on the mechanics of photography but also on personal interpretation.

When, where: 7 p.m. Friday to 4 p.m. March 8. Oasis Visitor Center, 74485 National Park Drive, Twentynine Palms.

Admission, info: $170. (760) 367-5535.

Please email announcements at least three weeks before the event to travel@latimes.com.