Films & programs: Mt. Everest

MT. EVEREST

Presentation

Pasadena lawyer Gary Nelson will present still and moving images from his successful climb of Mt. Everest in May.

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

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

AUSTRALIA

Slide show

Mort Loveman will present “G’d Day Mate: Spirit of Australia.”

When, where: 1 p.m. Wednesday at Roxbury Park Community Center, 471 S. Roxbury Drive, Beverly Hills.

Admission, info: $1 for Beverly Hills residents; $2 for others. (310) 550-4761

BACKPACKING

Workshop

An expert will offer tips on ultra-lightweight backpacking techniques, including shelters, backpacks and food choices.

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

Admission, info: Free. (310) 458-4370.

EUROPE

Workshop

Veteran travelers will offer tips on planning, budgeting, lodging, transportation, packing and other topics for first-time visitors to Europe.

When, where: 10 a.m. Saturday at the Hostelling International Travel Store, 1434 Second St., Santa Monica.

Admission, info: Free. (310) 393-6263.

Please email announcements at least three weeks in advance of the event date to travel@latimes.com.