Eastern Sierra history program highlights 'Snowshoe Thompson, Mailman of the Sierra'
Wylder Resort Hope Valley continues its Eastern Sierra history series this coming Saturday June 25, 2 p.m. with a living history presentation, “Snowshoe Thompson, Mailman of the Sierra.”
John “Snowshoe” Thompson carried the mail across the deep Sierra Nevada snow during the winter for 20 years. Carrying 80 pounds of mail over the 180-mile round trip in just 5 days on his hand-crafted snow skates (skis), with nothing more than a jacket, dried meat and matches.
Thompson was a larger-than-life character, saving numerous lives, serving his community unwaveringly and devoted his life to the betterment of all.
The programs are free and open to the public and will be presented at the Wylder General Store-located 1/4-mile east of Wylder Resort on Hwy 88, Hope Valley. Call 760 920-8061 for more information.