ATHLETE OF THE WEEK | DARREN JOHNSON

“Life is a do it yourself project.”

Darren is one of the 16 High Fives Athletes that are highlighted in the Reno-Tahoe International Airport DepARTures gallery exhibit!

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A former pro mogul skier and skier for Rap Films, DJ’s true passion for has been ski-alpinism. He has pioneered and soloed many routes throughout the Sierra. In 2010, Darren found himself buried for seven minutes after taking a ride on an early season avalanche on Red Lake Peak. After his recuperation from the initial effects of a Traumatic Brain Injury, facial paralysis, multiple facial and other fractures, Darren has returned to back country skiing and spending time on the slopes with his daughters.

View his exhibit page HERE

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