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One of the more awesome books I’ve come across on Yosemite in a long time, The Yosemite is John Muir’s classic book about Yosemite and his adventures within the park coupled with the fantastic photography of Galen Rowell. Galen’s pictures truly bring the book to life and add a magical touch to really draw you…

Headed up to Yosemite today to celebrate the 4th of July? Then there are two things you should know: 1) Fireworks aren’t allowed in the park or the surrounding counties, 2) it’s gonna be hot. Highs are expected to be around 91 at 5,000 feet. Have a great 4th of July! Technorati Tags: yosemite

Well, I can tell by all the bangs, whistles and pops that it’s now officially the 4th of July and I’d just like to wish everyone a happy 4th of July. Please keep all appendages in their proper place. No missing fingers come Tuesday.

Merced Sun Star: “Anyone going to Yosemite National Park this weekend should go early or late, or think twice about going at all. A heavy, slow melting snow pack has drawn large crowds to Yosemite during the past couple months — as many as 17,000 per day, causing long waits at park entrances and bumper-to-bumper…

I got an email today that really tore at my heart so I felt it only fitting that I write this post. It’s been almost two years since Martha Claassens husband, Fred, disappeared while on a short, two day backpacking trip in the Hoover Wilderness by the northeastern corner of Yosemite. On July 31, 2003…

MSNBC.com: Taking a summer vacation by car? If so, you might want to reconsider if your destination shows up on a list released Thursday of the 25 most congested tourist spots. The list covers the country — from The Hamptons on New York’s Long Island, to Yosemite National Park in California. The Oregon coast topped…

Bakersfield.com: “Rescuers continued to search Tuesday for a 51-year-old Santa Barbara hiker who was reported missing a week ago in Yosemite National Park. A helicopter, scent-sniffing dogs, and Marines from Camp Pendleton were all part of a search-and-rescue team that has been looking for Michael Ficery. Ficery was reported missing June 21 after his wilderness…

Lembert Dome Originally uploaded by Campin’ Guy. It was a great weekend to get away and with the opening of the Tioga Road I couldn’t resist. Got lots of beautiful shots. The entrance line to the park was insane! I’ve never seen it so long. We stopped just outside the 120 entrance just inside the…

Getting married can be quite an experience. You want everything to be perfect and when it’s someplace as special as Yosemite it’s not always that easy if you live out of the area. Well brides-to-be listen up, Simply that…flowers is in Yosemite National Park and specializes in making beautiful arrangements for your wedding. For more…

It’s 4:00 and Mom and Dad are scrambling to get dinner going in camp while getting everything ready for tonight. What’s a kid to do? Go to the Ansel Adams Gallery for Story time! That’s right, Saturdays at 4:00 pm during the summer kids are welcome to attend Story Time on the front porch of…