Reports from the Trail: Stories
By Year
By State
2019
Three Generations of Re-Riders in Nebraska
FROM: Debra S. Hill
PDT
These were taken between The KS-NE state line and Rock Creek Station, Southwest of Fairbury NE. Here are some pictures from the ride on Tuesday, June 11th. These were taken by my daughter-in-law Mandi Hill. They are: my son Richie Hill when he picks up the mochila from the Kansas riders. Then, my grandson Blake’s first solo ride and finally grandma rides….that’s me, Debra S. Hill.
CLARKSVILLE DAY
FROM: Larry Carpenter
PDT
The California Division participated in the 8th Annual Clarksville Day, Saturday, May 4, 2019. Eight members served 5 hours at the open air event. They had two tables and several displays set up to tell the Pony Express story. They were among a couple of dozen historical and community groups to participate. 2000 plus people attended the event and many made their way to the California Division tables with questions and comments about the Pony Express. Ride Letter Applications, NPEA brochures, and Pony Express Map and Guides were given out and, Continue Reading
2018
Photos from the Annual Convention by Stephanie Goulart
FROM: Stephanie Goulart
PDT
Photos from the Annual Convention by Larry Carpenter in Torrington, WY. Sept 7 &8, 2018 Note: If you have photos to submit from the event, please email them to NationalPonyExpress@gmail.com Photo: Stephanie Goulart Chuckwagon DinnerPhoto: Stephanie Goulart Photo: Stephanie Goulart Chuckwagon DinnerPhoto: Stephanie Goulart Photo: Stephanie Goulart Photo: Stephanie Goulart Photo: Stephanie Goulart Photo: Stephanie Goulart Photo: Stephanie Goulart Photo: Stephanie Goulart
Annual Convention - Torrington, WY - photos from Larry
FROM: NPEA Convention
PDT
Photos from the Annual Convention by Larry Carpenter in Torrington, WY. Sept 7 &8, 2018 Note: If you have photos to submit from the event, please email them to NationalPonyExpress@gmail.com Participants were able visit Officer and enlisted, and Surgeon’s Quarters, and Quartermasters Buildings. The role of the Pony Express was explained. Submitted by Larry Carpenter An interpretative Ranger gave a Tour of the grounds and buildings. Submitted by Larry Carpenter A Tour was made to Fort Laramie, on Thursday, Sept 6. Submitted by Larry Carpenter Bill Hill, Wyoming Division, Continue Reading
2018 Pony Express Re-ride South of Evanston, Wyoming
FROM: Susan Gerrard
PDT
The riders are south of Evanston, Wyoming.
Jeff K7BCV and Sue Cauhape KI7CTT - Cold Springs to Railroad Pass
FROM: Sue Cauhape KI7CTT
PDT
Jeff Cauhape K7BCV, Sue Cauhape KI7CTT, Justin Nunn KI7CGJ, and Mary Nunn KI7CGI followed the Pony section that went from Cold Springs to Railroad Pass over Basque Summit of the Desatoya Range. Jeff was looking forward to not having to set up camp and a station on some blustery mountaintop. Justin and Mary wanted to learn what was involved in following the Pony so they could participate next year. In this canyon, cell phone as well as radio signals are intermittent. We used the 147.345 repeater in Fallon (thank you, Continue Reading
RIDE FOR THE BRAND!!
FROM: Bob Heykoop
PDT
“RIDE FOR THE BRAND!! What an honor to get to participate in a slice of American History this past week. From 1860 -1861 the US Mail was carried between St Joseph MO & Sacramento CA by the PONY EXPRESS. Each year in June over 750 riders, riding 24/7, participate in the re-ride carrying the mail 1966 miles in 10 days. The NPEA is a world class organization that has coordinated the re-ride for 40 years. A big thank you to Les Bennington, Ron & Kathy L. Atkinson, Kristine Salisbury Hayduk,, Continue Reading