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There’s Still Gold in Them Thar’ Hills
Many people may think the California Gold Rush ended in the 1850’s when prospectors gave up mining and turned to farming and other pursuits but they’d be wrong. California still has plenty of gold, if you know where to look. Union Democrat: About six miles outside of Columbia, where the old Gold Rush is mimicked,…
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Photo of the Day: IMGP8450 by Jesus Sousa
Today’s Photo of the Day is a beautiful shot from Jesus Sousa of Bridalveil Fall dropping away into the mist. It totally makes me feel like it was taken in Central America rather than Central California. Awesome shot, Jesus. Be sure to check out Jesus’ pictures on Flickr. He’s got some really awesome shots of…
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A Little Smokey But It’s Ok
If you smell burning grass or see smoke in the air don’t be alarmed. Fire crews are burning grass and vegetation in the El Portal area to help eliminate fuel that could cause a major fire. The burn is part of an ongoing project to remove fuels around the park and is scheduled to begin…
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Yosemite Busses Pulled for Being Unsafe
During a random inspection of Yosemite National Park buses 15 out of the 24 buses operating within the park were cited for unsafe operation and 2 were taken out of service. NPS: The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), in conjunction with the California Highway Patrol (CHP), and the National Park Service (NPS) held a…
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Video: The Ahwahnee
Here’s a great view inside the Ahwahnee from over on Youtube. Personally I “would” like to stay there one day but it’s a little too pampered for my taste. I’m a “blanket on the ground, rock under my head” kinda guy.
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More Stormy Weather Coming
If you follow us on Twitter you know we twitter the weather each morning and the next days weather each evening. Unfortunately we’ve begun to sound like a stuck record as every day’s forecast for the past week has been for thunderstorms in the afternoon. Unfortunately it’s going to continue for a while. The warm…
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Photo of the Day: Reflections by Jason Armstrong
Today’s Photo of the Day is another one of Jason Armstrong’s beautiful shots. Again unnamed I called this one “Reflections” for the sake of having a title for the post, and it seems to fit pretty well. Beautiful shot, Jason. Thanks for adding it to the Yosemite Blog Flickr Group Pool. Don’t forget, anyone is…
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Photo of the Day: Contemplation upon the Reflection of Tioga Lake by Alan Grinberg
Today’s Photo of the Day gives us something to meditate about. Titled “Contemplation upon the Reflection of Tioga Lake” this beautiful shot of Tioga Lake makes me wish I could just pull up a chair and watch the clouds go by. Great shot, Alan. By the way, if you like Alan’s photo be sure to…
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Paralyzed Iraq War Vet Climbing El Capitan to Help Other Injured Soldiers
A British Major paralyzed from injuries sustained in the Iraq War is climbing El Capitan to raise money and awareness for other veterans injured in the conflict. KSBW: Major Phil Packer of the Royal Military Police has raised more than $1.6 million for the charity Help for Heroes, which assists injured service members. He is…
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Interview: David AvRutick – Maker of Folbot Folding Kayaks
Doing what I do I get to meet a lot of interesting people. David AvRutick is one of them. David is an avid outdoors man and is president/owner of a company that makes a very unique product, Folbot folding kayaks. Unlike regular rigid kayaks, Folbots assemble easily and in a short amount of time. They…