Author: Sara

  • Tunnels, Snow Sheds and Music

    Tunnels, Granite and Music There is a lot going on up on Donner Summit. This summer we took off down the train tunnels and snow sheds, owned by Union Pacific. The railroad was commissioned by Lincoln around 1865 and built by Chinese indentured servants. A massive rock wall seen from old highway 40 held the…

  • River, Fire and Music

    Rivers The rivers have been sweet this summer.  We spent several days on the Trinity.  It has been running high but is starting to drop.  I started guiding again. With the kids it’s about ego but with me it is all a matter of self preservation. I’m a better guide than I remembered. Our wonderful …