June 1 Update [From May 1, 2023] Well, here we are at the end of April and you’d be hard-pressed to name a trail in the Truckee area that is ready for running on dirt. Some still have 15 feet of snow covering them, and others are a swampiy, muddy spring melt mess. Of course, […]
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Now recruiting- Aid Station volunteers!
Be a hero for a day (and sometimes longer) by lending a hand at one of the Aid Stations that Donner Party Mountain Runners is proud to sponsor in 2023. As if helping out isn’t its own greatest reward, volunteers who participate at a DPMR Aid Station could be the lucky winner of up to […]
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Adam Kimble at Canyons by UTMB 100 Mile Race
Introduction by Chris Cloyd, Assistant Course Director, Canyons Endurance Runs: The Canyons Endurance Runs by UTMB have grown up a lot over the last few years. New distances, more entrants, and a lot more exposure in the running community have all … Read More... about Adam Kimble at Canyons by UTMB 100 Mile Race
Member Highlight– Karen Bonnett-Natraj
If you've never had the pleasure of meeting or running with Karen I'd suggest you start with a Google search of her name and "Western States finish 2017". Grab a stack of Kleenex and settle in for one of the most amazing final finishes on record and a … Read More... about Member Highlight– Karen Bonnett-Natraj
Miwok 100K 2023 Race Report
By Meggie Inouye Depending on who you are, the record breaking 22/23 Tahoe winter was either epic or way more than you bargained for or maybe both, regardless, it was lots of hard work and meant that any trail running was a rarity. When I signed up … Read More... about Miwok 100K 2023 Race Report
Ask the Board – Strategies to Beat the Heat
As the summer sets in, and random heat waves strike, many of us are getting caught having to deal with high temperatures during our events! Canyons, the Silver State 50/50, were among some of the recent races that experienced unusually high temperatures. This … Read More... about Ask the Board – Strategies to Beat the Heat
Book of the Month: Wild by Cheryl Strayed
Author: Cheryl StrayedBook title: Wild - From lost to found on the Pacific Crest Trail This may not be a book about running, but I thought a lot of you would still relate to Cheryl Strayed’s story on the Pacific Crest Trail (PCT). Cheryl is no avid runner … Read More... about Book of the Month: Wild by Cheryl Strayed
Boston Marathon Race Report
DPMR's very own Aude Hofleitner, Dan Brounstein, and Christie Jackson all ran the Boston Marathon last month. Their post-race excitement is contagious - you might find yourself daydreaming about running Boston as you read about their stories! Aude and … Read More... about Boston Marathon Race Report
Member Highlight – Marcy Dolan
Introduction by DPMR board member Kathy Hess-Slocum: "I met Marcy Dolan over 25 years ago when she owned one of the best sunglass stores in Tahoe City and instantly liked her enthusiastic energy. Marcy is an inspiration to those around her. She is a … Read More... about Member Highlight – Marcy Dolan
Book of the Month: The Longest Race by Kara Goucher
The series of memoirs continues, and may not stop as I have my eyes on Des Linden's book next! The title of Kara Goucher (@karagoucher)'s book, The Longest Race: Inside the Secret World of Abuse, Doping, and Deception on Nike's Elite Running Team gives a quick … Read More... about Book of the Month: The Longest Race by Kara Goucher
Ask the Board – “What are your big, audacious goals or exciting plans for this season?”
Almost everyone in this town is tired of snow and daydreaming about dirt, warm weather, and exciting summer adventures. These adventures are what is on the mind of your DPMR board members! Chris Cloyd: "I'd like to take 3 days to travel a high route from … Read More... about Ask the Board – “What are your big, audacious goals or exciting plans for this season?”
Member Highlight – Julie McGee
Introduction by Steve Woo: "It was nearly 10yrs ago when I started dropping in to do SF Tri Club track workouts at Kesar. Coach Tom McGlynn had me running in his fastest group, and within it was this unassuming woman who ran just as fast, and sometimes … Read More... about Member Highlight – Julie McGee
