Month: July 2008
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Photo of the Day: Hikers Crossing the Tuolumne River by Erik Meldrum
Today’s Photo of the Day caught my eye while I was browsing Flickr and had me coming back over and over until I finally had to make it Photo of the Day. Great shot Erik. Looking at your photos of rafting trips from around the world you truly ARE a whitewater junky. Keep up the…
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No More Cases of Norovirus Reported in Yosemite
No new cases of a norovirus that has been circulating among hikers and backpackers in the Tuolumne Meadows area have been reported since 30 people reported symptoms a week ago. The Modesto Bee: “About 30 people came down with symptoms consistent with the norovirus infection at the Tuolumne Meadows Lodge and High Sierra camps in…
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Photo of the Day: Half Dome Cables by Greg Foster
Today’s Photo of the Day comes to us from Greg Foster and is a really interesting shot of the cables going up Half Dome. Nice work Greg. Photo by Greg Foster via Flickr.
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NPS Open House Slated for July 30
On Wednesday, July 30, 2008 from 1:00pm to 5:00pm, the National Park Service will be holding an open house at the Visitors Center Auditorium in Yosemite Valley. Visitors are invited to: Talk to park staff and listen to presentations given throughout the day Review newly released documents and reports Submit comments on proposed projects and…
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Photo of the Day: On the Road Again by Lambert Mathias
Today’s Photo of the Day is one of those really creative shots I see pop up every so often on Flickr and this one I really like. It’s an awesome shot down the double yellow line and across the bridge in Tuolumne Meadows at Lembert Dome. Nice job Lambert. Very creative. Photo by Lambert Mathias…
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Photo of the Day: En route Yosemite by Sreevishnu B S
Today’s Photo of the Day is actually not very far from where I live and a great example what California is like right now: dry. Very, VERY dry. One errant spark and it’s all over. Remember, if you’re headed up to Yosemite use only approved fire pits and be careful with your fires. It’s really…
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Invitation – Book Signing at Yosemite
My book, “One Best Hike: Yosemite’s Half Dome” is now being carried in the Yosemite Valley Visitor Center Bookstore and YA website. We’ll be having a book signing this Saturday, July 19, from 2-4 pm at the Visitor Center. Please stop by and say hi. — Rick Deutsch -Mr. Half Dome http://www.HikeHalfDome.com
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Photo of the Day: Tuolumne Meadows by Sathish J
Today’s Photo of the Day is a beautiful shot of Lembert Dome in Tuolumne Meadows by Sathish J on Flickr. Here is what Sathish had to say about his photo: “Another gem in Yosemite is the Tuolumne Meadows and the Tioga Pass Area. Not oft visited by the populace jostling for space in the crowded…
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And the Winner Is
Before I announce the winner of this months Flickr Pro contest I’d like to thank everyone who entered and especially those who sent in photos along with their entries. I figured when I started this contest there’d be a couple entrants but it has exceeded my wildest expectations. Also don’t give up hope. I’m going…
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Photo of the Day: Cathedral Peak by Edie Howe-Byrne
I try not to post every one of Edie’s photos so that everyone can get a fair chance at having a Photo of the Day but when you see a shot as beautiful as this all rules go out the window. THIS is a great shot Edie. VERY nicely done. Photo by Edie Howe-Byrne via…