Our mission is
To honor the American pioneers
On February 14th 2022 the Donner Relief Expedition will depart Johnson Ranch and travel 100 miles thru the snow and rugged Sierra following the discovered trail of the 1st Relief Party to reach Donner Memorial State Park by February 18th; the 175th anniversary of their arrival.
100 miles from Johnson Ranch to Donner Lake across the winter wilderness of the Sierra.
More information about the Expedition here
Bob Crowley
Extreme distance mountain runner
Tim Twietmeyer
World-class ultrarunner
Jennifer Hemmen
Wilderness and adventure team leader
Elke Reimer
Veteran ultrarunner, backpacker
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