4,000 km on horseback in 120 days
Our longest charity horseback adventure
yet and maybe the longest one EVER!!
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$11,753 USD !!!
4,000 kilometers. 120 days. 20 riders. 19 crew. 200 horses
-an adventure of a lifetime-
A ride through time to help children who need help NOW.
100% of all donations* in support of the riders will go directly to helping children.
Additionally, all rider fees* will stay in Mongolia to benefit local herders, NGOs, and small businesses.
*minus bank fees
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Starting near the Chinese border and riding through the Gobi Desert where dinosaurs once roamed, the Blue Wolf Totem Ride will cover over 4,000 km in 120 days, making it our longest charity horseback adventure yet—possibly the longest ever!
For more info on our annual version of this ride, please click the link below:
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Meet the Expeditionists!
For more information or to donate in support of a rider, please click on their photograph.
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Janelle Whyte, Australia"The Mongolian people are the kindest on the earth and I feel privileged to be able to repay some of that kindness by raising money to help some of the most disadvantaged and marginalized children in the country, whose families are scavenging on the garbage dump to survive. The Veloo Foundation‘s Children of the Peak Sanctuary project provides them with warmth, food and a beginning to their educational journey at their two kindergartens. "
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LYNN MARKSThe Blue Wolf Totem Expedition is an amazing opportunity to raise funds for the Veloo Foundation’s Children Of The Peak Sanctuary Project. Their initiative is dedicated to empowering, and changing the lives of disadvantaged children of displaced nomadic families in the Ulaanbaatar neighbourhood in Mongolia who have been forced to survive from what they and their families could scavenge from the local dump. The Veloo Foundation’s commitment to feed, educate, nurture and contribute to healing through love; all the while advocating for their mothers to find new purpose and meaning in their lives, is nothing short of miraculous.
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DEREK BURROWSVisiting the Veloo Foundation’s Children of the Peak Sanctuary and Gandys Community Library has shown me the transformative impact this vibrant space has on children, teens, and families in a resource-limited community. Libraries have always been important to our family — Doris, a teacher-librarian, and our sons, Oliver and Jens, were deeply involved with them.
I’m riding in the 2026 Blue Wolf Totem Expedition to raise funds for the Foundation’s vital work. In honor of our remarkable son Jens, who passed away at 28, Doris and I will match every donation up to $3,500 USD. |
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MISTI BERRYHi there! I’m Misti Berry. I grew up in western South Dakota where the nearest town was 45 minutes away. In 2017, I had the opportunity to represent my hometown church on a mission trip to Mongolia. While visiting for a month, I grew a great respect for the cultures there and became aware of some of the needs this country has. While in Mongolia, I was a part of building both an orphanage and a drug rehabilitation center. Since returning to South Dakota, I have been longing to return to Mongolia, not just to experience it more, but also to continue to lend a helping hand. I am very excited for this opportunity to show my support for the people of Mongolia again.
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BETSY COOKSEYHorse trekking through outer Mongolia in 2018, 2019, May 2021, 2022, 2023, and June 2024 were some of the most incredible experiences of my life. The chance to do it again while raising funds for the kindergarten is truly irresistible. The ride was tough — enduring all weather conditions and spending 8 hours a day in the saddle — but the rewards were beyond measure, and the friendships made will last a lifetime.
My family was surprised when I decided to return, thinking it was just a bucket list adventure. But I told them, "No, I must return!" At 70, and for the rest of my life, I will proudly be a philanthropic athlete. Please consider donating to support the children and help make a difference, one child at a time. |
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Nancy O’Neill In early 2019, Nancy O’Neill met Julie Veloo, founder of the Veloo Foundation, while preparing for the Mongol Derby. Their shared passion for horses sparked a strong connection. After participating in the Derby in 2022, Nancy wrote a children’s book inspired by her Mongolian experience, with proceeds going to the Veloo Foundation. The foundation, established in 2013, supports families in Ulaanbaatar through initiatives like the Children of the Peak Sanctuary, Soaring Crane Camp, and Gandys Kids Campus Community Library. Deeply moved by Mongolia’s spirit, Nancy is honored to join the longest charity horseback ride in support of this meaningful cause—despite the aches and pains of the journey. |
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CHRIS RYANIn 2022, Chris Ryan participated in the Blue Wolf Totem, completing only the second half of the ride due to work commitments. Excited for a full journey in 2026, she looks forward to reconnecting with old friends and meeting new ones while riding Mongolia’s wide-open landscapes. Having left a piece of their heart in Mongolia before, they anticipate leaving even more this time.
For Chris Ryan, this adventure is not only an extraordinary privilege but also an opportunity to give back. Supporting the Veloo Foundation and the tireless efforts of Julie Veloo and her team allows them to contribute to brighter futures for children and families across Ulaanbaatar. Having missed the chance to visit the foundation’s kindergarten previously, she is especially eager to meet the children during this upcoming ride. |
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