Lisa's 50th Birthday

50 days of Climbing for my 50th Birthday!

Dear Family and Friends,

On March 22, 2026, I will be 50 years old! Kinda crazy!!! But also, what an amazing gift!

Turning 40 was marked by an adventure to Mt Kilimanjaro in Tanzania, with a group of amazing family and friends -- it was an incredibly meaningful way to begin this decade.

As I begin the next decade, I plan to spend 50 days rock climbing in Red Rock Canyon, one of my favorite places in the world!

To help celebrate, I'd love for as many family members and friends as possible to come spend some time with me! Climbing is not required! Red Rock Canyon is a beautiful place for hiking, viewing the sites from the road, watching me/others climb, etc. And it's just a few miles outside of Las Vegas, so if nature isn't your thing... plenty of city to be had! ;)

Come for a day, come for a month!

On February 2, 2026, I'll begin my 50 days of climbing. We'll celebrate with a big party on March 22, 2026 -- my 50th birthday and the 50th day of climbing for me!

You are most welcome to come during any part of the 50 days. Come for a quick visit or stay around for awhile if you can!

We'll have mini-parties along the way in case you can't be there on the 22nd. :)

Questions you might have....

If your questions aren't answered here, let me know! (lisatilstra@gmail.com)

What's at Red Rock Canyon?

Red Rock Canyon features a one-way 13-mile scenic drive, hiking and trails, plants and wildlife, geology, camping, cultural resources and much more. The Visitor Center offers information and interpretation about recreation opportunities.

It's also a premier rock climbing destination with routes of all levels of difficulty. There is sport climbing and trad climbing. And lots to see and do for non-climbers as well!

Where is Red Rock Canyon?

Red Rock Canyon Conservation Area is just outside of Las Vegas, Nevada, USA. There are other "Red Rock" parks of note in Colorado and Arizona, so make sure you're coming to Nevada! The others are beautiful, too, I just won't be there. :)

Who all is invited?

I feel incredibly blessed to know people from around the world. I would have never guessed that by this point in life, I would live in 6 different countries and have traveled to almost 90 countries. In the US, I've lived in PA, FL, TN, VA, MD. I've moved more times than I can count now... and the best part of all that has been getting to know people and have friends from all around the globe! If you know me, you are invited to my 50th birthday celebration!

I also love meeting people, so if you know someone who knows me, consider yourself invited as well! It would be a great present to meet some new friends at my party! :)

Where should I stay when I come?

John and I will be camping for most (probably all) of our 50 days. There's a nearby campground, Red Rock Canyon Campground, where we'll be. Reservations can be made for campsites, plus there are last-minute car camping sites available on a first-come-first-serve basis.

For the week or two leading up to my birthday, we will have a group camp site and you are most welcome to join us there!

Also, if you prefer, there are lots of AirBnB options closeby or hotels in Las Vegas. Choose what will make you most happy!

What if I'm not sure if I can come?

Make a game-time decision! Showing up last-minute is 100% acceptable! You can let us know on our RSVP form if you are considering but not completely sure.

RSVP here.

When should I come?

I will be climbing for 50 days, starting on February 2, 2026, and completing the 50th day of climbing on March 22, 2026 (my birthday!).

You are most welcome to come any time. If you happen to be there on the 22nd,of March, we'll have a party after completing my 50th day of climbing!

And if you come earlier than March 22, we'll have a mini party while you are there too!

RSVP here.

Lisa's 50th Birthday!

50 days of Climbing for my 50th Birthday!

Dear Family and Friends,

Come for a day, come for a month!

Questions you might have....