Dear DPMR Community, I moved to the United States from Brazil at the end of 2018 to pursue a Master’s degree in Teaching. At the time, my best friend—now my husband—was living in Truckee, so I spent my weeks commuting between Auburn and Truckee. While everyone in my program was kind, my connections felt surface-level, […]
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Race Report – California International Marathon by Rachel Grau
Introduction by Bruna Bradford, DPMR PresidentRachel has been chasing her goal of qualifying for the Boston Marathon, and she saw the California International Marathon as her moment to make it happen. While my own goal has been to run only the major marathons, Rachel convinced me that CIM is a true classic—and since I live […]
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Donner Party Mountain Runners 2025 Year in Review
Article by Kaeleigh Reynolds - DPMR treasurer 2025 was a big year for the Donner Party Mountain Runners—one defined by shared miles, community, and a deep love for mountain running in the Truckee–Tahoe region. DPMR had over 200 active members in 2025, … Read More... about Donner Party Mountain Runners 2025 Year in Review
Member Highlight – Anna Yip
Introduction by Donner Party Board Member, Marta Darby A few things were clear when I first met Anna at our 2025 Pub Run: she’s full of stoke and a friendly, humble badass. So when Anna mentioned that she was looking for pacers for the Rio Del Lago 100 … Read More... about Member Highlight – Anna Yip
Book of the Month – The endurance artist by Jared Beasley
This book is a biography of Gary Cantrell, who some of you may know better as Lazarus Lake. Beyond the running circles, he is known as the Race Director of running events known for their extreme challenges, including the Barkley Marathons and Big's Backyard … Read More... about Book of the Month – The endurance artist by Jared Beasley
Recap: Adventuring in the High Sierra with Helen and Renee
On December 15th, DMPR hosted a fun social event at the Craft and Logic Taproom downtown - a slideshow and talk from Helen Pelster and myself (Renee Elsdon Jacobs) about adventuring in the High Sierra, with a focus on cross-country travel in the High Sierra … Read More... about Recap: Adventuring in the High Sierra with Helen and Renee
Celebrate International Mountain Day 2025 with us here in Truckee!
The @kilianjornetfoundation is hosting a new edition of Running Minds worldwide with the theme, “Glaciers matter for water, food, and livelihoods in mountains and beyond”, hits close to home. Our Sierra Nevada snowpack fuels our lakes, rivers, our recreation, … Read More... about Celebrate International Mountain Day 2025 with us here in Truckee!
Coach’s Corner – Know Your Why
Article by Kelly Fuson Go beyond surface goals to uncover the deeper motivation behind your racing and training — the kind that keeps you grounded when things get tough. In the book Deep Survival the author, Laurence Gonzalez, regales stories of … Read More... about Coach’s Corner – Know Your Why
Member Highlight – Krishna Kumaar Natarajan
Intro by Aude Hofleitner Before our paths crossed in Truckee, Krishna and I connected through the run club at work. I was rarely able to join the events but really enjoyed connecting online with the rest of the community where people shared achievements, … Read More... about Member Highlight – Krishna Kumaar Natarajan
Taboo Topics: Let’s Talk About “Failure”
In modern society, successes are celebrated, and failures are rarely discussed. This is exacerbated by social media, where smiling faces, flawless bodies, and beautiful scenery are the only photos that are shared. It makes us feel estranged when it seems that … Read More... about Taboo Topics: Let’s Talk About “Failure”
Adventuring in the High Sierra with Renee and Helen
Join us for a fun, informational and inspiring evening. We’ll have plenty of time to socialize and hang out and will learn from Renee and Helen about adventuring in the High Sierras as they walk us (literally?) through their three day cross country trip from … Read More... about Adventuring in the High Sierra with Renee and Helen
Race Report – Rio Del Lago 100 Miler by Angela Stark
Article by Angela Stark, Donner Party Mountain Runners Vice President Rio Del Lago round two. Hundred miler number three. You would think I’d feel like an expert by now, but nope. Still a solid novice with strong opinions about blisters and the meat … Read More... about Race Report – Rio Del Lago 100 Miler by Angela Stark
