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A New Poll for November and the Results of the October Poll
Well the poll for October is over and there’s a new poll. If you’re interested in the results from last month here they are. It seems the overwhelming majority of readers are [“tent junkies”] opting to sleep on the cold hard ground over a nice warm room with a soft bed. That’s alright with me…
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Climbing’s Growing Popularity Damaging to the Environment
Climbing Yosemite’s big walls and peaks has long been considered a sport for only the most hardcore but with the sports growing popularity many would-be peak baggers are making their way out of the gym and heading for the National Parks where growing crowds of climbers are wreaking havoc on the environment. Daily Herald: “Evidence…
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Thomas Kinkade Visits Yosemite
Karen and her husband went to Yosemite to enjoy the beautiful scenery and have a relaxing vacation little did they know they would be coming face to face with one of America’s most celebrated painters – Thomas Kinkade. Kiki’s Korner:Last week when we were vacationing in Yosemite, one day we were riding our bikes around…
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Fall in Yosemite a Favorite Among Many
Fall is a beautiful time to visit Yosemite but this year seems to be extra special as the perfect combination of tempertatures and conditions are leading to one of the most spectacular displays of fall colors in recent history. UnionDemocrat.com: “‘Fall – it’s my favorite season,’ park botanist Lisa Acree said during a walk through…
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Photo of the Day: Vernal Falls by Kankakee Carl
Today’s Photo of the Day is the classic Vernal Falls with rainbow. Gotta admit, it’s a great shot and I have yet to try to for a shot of the falls with the rainbow. Nice job Carl. Photo by Kankakee Carl via Flickr.
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Photo of the Day: Yosemite Fires by Rob Pughsley
Today’s Photo of the Day is one of those “right place at the right time” shots that I always enjoy finding. Rob was in the perfect place to catch the smoke from the controlled burn in Yosemite Valley wafting around the chapel. Pretty cool. Great shot Rob. Photo by Rob Pughsley via Flickr.
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Another Welcome
G. Dan Mitchell is a great photographer and takes some truly beautiful shots. Edie mentioned in her previous post his work is an inspiration to photographers everywhere. I’m happy to announce that Dan has agreed to share some of his experiences and photos on Yosemite Blog. You can check out Dan’s photos and some of…
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Photo of the Day: Band of Light on El Capitan by Kit Ng
Today’s Photo of the Day is another beautiful shot from Kit Ng. This one is titled “Band of Light on El Capitan”. Great shot Kit. Photo by Kit Ng via Flickr. Technorati Tags: California, nature photography, photo of the day, photography, yosemite, yosemite valley
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Sierra Nevada; Temple Crag
Yosemite National Park does not hold a monopoly on beauty in the Sierra Nevada range. This glacier-fed lake is a relatively short hike from the trailhead near Big Pine, CA. This is in the John Muir Wilderness. Photo by Edie Howe-Byrne via Flickr. Technorati Tags: SierraNevada
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Photo of the Day: Lone Tree, Half Dome in Cloud by Kit Ng
Today’s Photo of the Day is an awesome black and white from Kit Ng of Half Dome wrapped in clouds. What a fabulous shot. Very nice Kit. Photo by Kit Ng via Flickr. Technorati Tags: California, photo of the day, photography, travel, vacation, yosemite, yosemite valley