Category: Things to do

  • Wanna Hear a Story?

    Want something fun to do this weekend? Why not head up to the 21st Annual Mariposa Storytelling Festival. The festival brings together some of the most renowned storytellers from across the country to perform for 3 days in Mariposa and Yosemite. This years featured storytellers are Patrick Ball, Milbre Burch, Lyn Ford, Andy Offutt Irwin,…

  • Yosemite Renaissance XXIII Art Exhibit

    Yosemite Renaissance opens at the Yosemite Museum Gallery on Saturday, March 1 and remains there through May 4, 2008. (Fridays through Mondays, 10 to Noon and 1 to 4 PM). The entire community is invited to the opening reception, which will be held from 5:30 to 7:30 PM on Friday, February 29th. This year, from…

  • Volunteer Opportunities

    Maybe you should volunteer in Yosemite this year. Maybe then you won’t feel so guilty about that time you left that huge pile of beer cans on the river beach, or the time you threw six donuts at that bear. Opportunities include: July 26 – August 1: [Tuolumne Lodge] Restoration 1 August 2 – August…

  • Got Kids? Go to Yosemite!

    One of the things I love most is sharing my love for Yosemite with others especially kids. Here’s a really cool article on things to do in Yosemite with kids that’ll help them learn about the park and have a good time. RGJ.com: “Here’s the predicament. You realize Yosemite, one of America’s great natural wonders,…

  • Got Snow Shoes? Go For a Walk!

    With all this new snow lots of trails are closed. So what’s one to do? The Sierra Star had a great article today for a winter snowshoeing trip that sounds like a great adventure for everyone family. Sierra Star: “What does one do with a new pair of snowshoes? First you find a buddy with…

  • Dr. Malidoma Patrice Some to Speak in Yosemite in Honor of Black History Month

    In celebration of Black History Month, Dr. Malidoma Patrice Some, PhD.will be speaking and giving a presentation at the El Portal Community Hall on Wednesday, February 6th at 7:00 p.m. NPS: “The public is invited to join Malidoma to learn about the ancient wisdom and practices of the Dagara Tribe from West Central Africa, and…

  • Take Your Kids on a Yosemite Scavenger Hunt

    Here’s something cool to do with your kids in Yosemite, take them on a scavenger hunt. Trailmix.net has put together a program with software, instructions, a Scavenger Hunt booklet, website and prize that will help make your next trip to Yosemite a ball for you and your kids. Trailmix.Net: “The hunt makes a big circle…

  • New Guy Likes Road Closure

    Hi everyone. It can be a hassle when you’re driving, but the closure of Northside Drive opens up a big part of the valley for car-less, quiet stuff like hiking, snowshoeing, etc. No noise from speeding Hummers, massive RV’s, or bikers on chopped Hogs. The animals seem to like it, too – they walk down…

  • Badger Pass Conditions – January 6th 2008

    Here are the conditions at the Badger Pass ski resort for January 1st through 6th 2008. High Temp: 55 (1/2, 1/4) Low Temp: 1 (1/6) New Snow: 35” (1/5 15”, 1/6 15”) Total settled snow depth: ~46” – bottom of Eagle Lift Badger Pass Ski Area: The downhill ski area is 100% open with lifts…

  • Badger Opening December 20th

    Grab your skis or snowboard Badger Pass is scheduled to open Thursday, December 20. Food Service opens at 8:00 a. m.; Tickets, Rentals, Ski and Snowboard School, and Cross-Country 8:30 a.m.; Lifts and Sport Shop 9:00 a.m. For more information and snow conditions call 372-1000.