Merced River Open to White Water Rafting? Am I dreaming?
How could I have missed the cheers of joy from millions of whitewater enthusiasts?
Loyd
For over 30 years I've enjoyed hiking, backpacking, fishing, photographing and exploring Yosemite and the Sierra Nevada. More About the Author.
A Look at Yosemite by CNN
When I’m preparing for a trip I like to get as much information possible about the destination including watching as many videos as I can find. Here’s an interesting video report from CNN on Yosemite.
Grab your camera and get in the car! The dogwoods are blooming!
I think the title pretty much sums it up.
If this is spring, why is it snowing?
A winter storm has snuck in bringing with it high winds, rain and…snow.
Scientists drawing blank about deadly, mercury tainted fish found in Yosemite wilderness lake
Here’s an interesting story that showed up in the Fresno Bee. A lake in Yosemite that hasn’t had gold mining activity suddenly shows up with a fish that’s unfit for human consumption because of high mercury levels and scientists don’t know why.
Another Yosemite Hiker Rescued by CHP
For the 2nd time in as many weeks a hiker in Yosemite has had to be rescued by helicopter.
Get Your Half Dome Passes Now!
It’s that time again when you can get into the preseason (hiking season) lottery for permits to make the hike to the top of Half Dome. Wait, what? You have to get a permit to hike to the top of Half Dome?
Yosemite Nature Notes 22 – Yosemite Nature Notes
If you follow along you know that we frequently post the wonderful videos from Yosemite Nature Notes. But did you know Yosemite Nature Notes has been around a lot longer than the video series has? Check out this great video from Yosemite Nature Notes into the history of Yosemite Nature Notes from the 1920′s to the 1960′s.
A New Perspective on Bodie
I love Bodie. It’s one of my all time favorite places and it’s just outside Yosemite. Check out this awesome video shot from a couple of quad copters flying over and around the park.
Tioga Pass Closed – Temporarily?
Tioga Pass has closed due to a winter storm that is making it’s way through Northern California brining rain and snow.
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