Category: Things to do
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Lee Vining Comes To Life As Pass Opens
There was a write-up of one of my favorite “just outside of Yosemite” destinations n the L.A. Times. Lee Vining is a small town set at the foot of Tioga Pass where every morning is a view of towering peaks and beautiful Mono Lake. There’s lots to see and do there as well as campgrounds…
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Yosemite Landscapes Collection On Display At Museum Gallery
Looking for something a little different to do on your next trip to Yosemite? Check out the Yosemite Landscapes Collection in the Museum Gallery. The collection comprises works from 1855-1991 and includes some of the earliest representations of the Valley by Thomas Ayres, Abert Bierstadt’s “Night at Valley View” and many, many more. The gallery…
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Lee Stetson and Ranger Shelton Johnson Reprise Roles To Kick Off Yosemite Theater
Yosemite Theater, known for it’s informative and fun productions, is kicking off the 2005 year with a week of great shows. On Sunday May 8th Park Ranger Shelton Johnson will kick things off with his show, “Yosemite Through The Eyes Of A Buffalo Soldier, 1904”. Lee Stetson reprise his famous role as John Muir. Monday…
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Park Happenings: Children’s Story Time
Yosemite is a great place to spend time with your children and what better way than taking in a story? Children’s Story Time starts at 4:00 pm on Fridays (through the month of February) and lasts for half an hour in The Loft above Degnan’s Deli in the Village. If you’re under 7 be sure…
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Ranger Walks: Geology
Yosemite is one of natures greatest classrooms and what better way to learn about the forces that shaped Yosemite and the Sierra Nevada than going on a Ranger led walk. Thursdays at 2:00 (February only; weather permitting) learn about the Geology of Yosemite Valley. The walk starts at the front of the Visitors Center in…
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Yosemite Falls: Access is Key
I took a little time to explore the renovations the National Park Service had made to the Yosemite Falls viewing area this weekend and I’m impressed. The new construction not only works well to blend into the environment and preserve as much of the area from human impact as possible, but it moves forward with…
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Tuolumne Meadows Ski Hut: An Adventure Most Will Never See
Even though Tuolumne Meadows and Tioga Pass are closed to motorized vehicle traffic that doesn’t mean it’s closed to skiers. In fact, it’s some of the best cross country skiing in northern California but take note, it does take a bit of work to get there. At 8 miles west of Tioga Pass the Tuolumne…
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Take a Class in Yosemite
Yosemite Association seminars are a great way to learn more about Yosemite. Courses include: Art & Music Backpacks Birding Day Hikes Drawing & Painting Family & Children Geology Mind, Body & Spirit Native American Natural & Cultural History One-Day Courses Outdoor Skills Photography Spanish Language Volunteer Service Wildflowers & Botany Wildlife Winter Courses Writing Download…
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Bracebridge Dinner a Delight to Holiday Revellers
Redlands Daily Facts: “At the sound of the trumpets, our servers paraded into the dining room with trays aloft to present the peacock pie, served piping hot. “Peacock pie?” the incredulous diner to my left inquired, her face puckered in disbelief and faint distaste. “Why, of course, Madame,” answered the waiter, a mischievous smile curling…
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Full Moon Snowshoe Walk
Looking to try something new for the New Year? On January 23rd at 6:30 pm there will be a Full Moon Snowshoe Walk. The walk is scheduled to take 2 hours and no experience is necessary. Advanced sign up is required. Contact the tour desk at Badger Pass Resort by calling 209-372-1240.