The biggest debate in our running community: “Which side of the start line is more fulfilling to be on race day?” Not sure you have the answer to that question? Then take a look at our Donner Party Mountain Runner sponsored Aid Stations and participate in one (or all of them) to help you come […]
Most-read posts in 2018
Nathaniel Hawthorne once said, “Time flies over us, but leaves its shadow behind.” These words couldn’t resonate more with our DPMR Family as 2018 comes to an end. We’ll feel the shadow of this year for many years to come. In 2018, we lost Britt Praker and Julia Millon, two friendly faces often seen at DPMR functions. […]
A Race Directing Perspective – Castle Peak 100k
“The hardest race you didn’t know you wanted to do!” -2018 Castle Peak tagline I have often suggested that the Castle Peak 100k could possibly be the toughest 100k in the country. We’ve had several participants that have run both Canyons and Castle Peak in the same year, and you would find me eagerly asking […]
Remembering Julia
On Monday, May 28, 2018, we suffered a tragic loss. Our dear friend Julia Million passed away in a car accident in her hometown of Winters California. Julia was a friend to many, but to most she was much more than that. She was a role model, an inspiration, and one of the most selfless […]
Member Highlight – Jessica Brazeau
Say hello to Jessica Brazeau, our February DPMR Member Highlight. Jessica finds herself with our Silver State Striders family down in Reno. By way of Orange County, Jessica is Dental Hygienist that knows a little something about nutrition. She finished her first 50 miler this past year at home town race the Tahoe Rim Trail […]
Member Highlight – Andy Clark
We are starting off 2018 with a gunshot start, and this comes in the form of Andy Clark. Our January DPMR Member Highlight, is an ultra-volunteer, and played a critical role at this past years Castle Peak 100k. The giving went both ways though, as Andy was so inspired helping out at Castle Peak, that […]
Member Highlight – Kim Kortz
Our last DPMR Member Highlight of 2017 is none other than everybody’s trail friend, Kim Kortz. Kim is just coming off a solid performance at her first 100 mile finish, Rio Del Lago, posting a 24:49, a top 20 female, and 2nd in her age group! Congrats Kim, incredible race! Kim has called several places […]
Member Highlight – Steve Buelna
(Introduction by Adam Kimble) Though he’s lived in the Truckee-Tahoe area since 2000, you may not yet be familiar with Steve Buelna. Now that he has done what he’s done in 2017, chances are far greater that you’ll see his smiling face on the trails or at a local race! Ever since Steve decided he […]
Member Highlight – Diane Frederic
Diane Frederic, or less commonly known as “Fred” within our group (soon to change) is our October Member Highlight of the month. A long time runner, who was given some of the best running advice I have ever heard, she still made the near fatal mistake of eating sushi the night before a 50 mile […]
Member Highlight – Christopher Thomas
Christopher Thomas and I first crossed paths last year, when he volunteered for me at The Canyons Endurance Runs, working the Foresthill Aid Station. I had asked him to sort out the runners drops bags, in numerical order, putting the top male and female towards the front. I’ll never forget his ear to ear smile […]
