A historic 120-mile Sierra Nevada expedition honoring the 1844 Stephens-Townsend-Murphy Party will pass through our region September 29–October 3, spotlighting local heritage and values of perseverance, cooperation, and environmental stewardship.
Community Relevance
Story Angles
Public Engagement Opportunities
More information and press kit available.
Team members are available for interviews, and daily GPS and content updates will offer real-time coverage opportunities.
Community Relevance
- Route highlights local historic sites and community spirit rooted in mutual support and shared achievement.
- Grassroots effort by History Expeditions, volunteer historians, and local supporters, focused on education and community engagement.
Story Angles
- Small team tackling a significant historic challenge.
- Environmental awareness through experiencing the Sierra landscape as pioneers did.
- Events promote local education, economic and cultural benefits.
Public Engagement Opportunities
- Send-off at Donner Memorial State Park (Sept 29, 7 AM).
- Daily interactive updates on social media.
- Arrival celebration in Auburn (Oct 3, 2 PM).
- Community presentations after the expedition.
More information and press kit available.
Team members are available for interviews, and daily GPS and content updates will offer real-time coverage opportunities.
