Day: January 10, 2008

  • Photo of the Day: Cliffs in Clouds by Dennis Wyer

    Today’s Photo of the Day comes to us from Dennis Wyer who posted this awesome shot of clouds swirling around the cliffs that make up the rim of Yosemite Valley. Awesome shot, Dennis. Photo by Dennis Wyer via Flickr.

  • What You Know Could Save Your Life

    abc30.com: Rangers at Yosemite have rescued several people from the cold, wet conditions this winter. The pristine powder that now covers Yosemite’s slopes is a strong draw for skiers and snowshoers. Jeff Techau, Yosemite Visitor: ‘We came up with a group from San Luis Obispo area, we’ve been up here for two days, just having…

  • Sir Edmund Hillary has died at age 88

    The first human being to reach the summit of Everest has died at the age of 88. NPR report The Independent (UK) Wikipedia entry for Sir Ed