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  • A Walk on the Wild Side

    The other day I noticed Harold Davis started posting photos from a backpacking trip into the High Sierra on his weblog Digitalfieldguide Photoblog 2.0. Well Harold has started writing uphis adventure and it’s one you’ll have to read. What an adventure. Here’s a teaser. Harold: “Perhaps it is a good time to start making clear…

  • Missing Scout Leaving Clues

    Though not in Yosemite I thought this was worth posting. If you happen to be headed into that area please keep a sharp eye out. Remember, if you ever become lost in the woods, stop and stay. Searchers have an easier time finding you. Fresno Bee: A missing Selma Boy Scout is apparently leaving clues…

  • Sierra Clouds

    Sierra wave #3 Originally uploaded by mlog. It’s not exactly Yosemite but mlog took this awesome shot of clouds over the Sierra. From the eastern side they look so awesome as the winds coming over the crest carve and shape them into a stunning display. Nice work.

  • Joseph LeConte

    Have you been to the LeConte Memorial in Yosemite Valley? Many people have seen it and quite a few stop and visit but few know why it’s there. Joseph LeConte, came to California not seeking his fortune in the gold fields, but to teach geology. For a summer trip he arranged a trip to see…

  • Poll Results: Should Hetch Hetchy be restored?

    Well the voting is over and 66% of you think Hetch Hetchy should be restored while a strong 32% feel it’s better left the way it is. ‘Thank you’ to everyone who voted. A new question should be up shortly. Technorati Tags: Hetch Hetchy, yosemite

  • The Yosemite

    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…

  • Yosemite On The 4th of July

    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

  • Happy 4th of July

    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.

  • Yosemite Filling Up Fast

    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…

  • Family Of Missing Hiker Asks For Help

    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…