Yosemite National Park – October 30, 2020 – 2020 has been a year like no other in yosemite National Park, From closures in early spring becaus eof Covid outbreaks to Park limit restrictions put in place to keep social distancing impacts at a minimum through the summer season, Yosemite National Park visitors certainly will have … Read more
WASHINGTON – The National Park Service has selected Cicely Muldoon, a 35-year veteran of the National Park Service, as the new permanent superintendent of Yosemite National Park. Muldoon has been serving as the acting superintendent since January. “Cicely is widely regarded as one of the most outstanding and compassionate leaders across the National Park Service. … Read more
Expansion of Every Kid Outdoors Program now to Include 5th Graders. DES MOINES, Iowa — While at Neal Smith National Wildlife Refuge, U.S. Secretary of the Interior David L. Bernhardt signed a Secretary’s Order that waives entrance fees to national parks, wildlife refuges and other public lands and waters managed by the Department of the Interior for 5th grade students and their … Read more
Mask up, physically distance, and enjoy the area like a local Stateline, Nev. (Oct. 27, 2020) – Carson Valley and South Lake Tahoe collaboratively are welcoming visitors to the region with a travel safely, adventure greatly message. Under the cooperative marketing umbrella of the #SierraSafely campaign , the goal of the program is focused on tourism recovery … Read more
The Inyo National Forest announces that the South Sierra Wilderness, the northern segment of the Golden Trout Wilderness, the Owens River Headwater Wilderness, and the Hoover Wilderness Areas have re-opened for day and overnight use.
Trump Administration Adds 1,275 Miles to the National Trail System BOULDER CITY, Nev. — U.S. Secretary of the Interior David L. Bernhardt announced 30 new national recreation trails in 25 states, adding more than 1,275 miles to the National Trails System . Secretary Bernhardt made the announcement from Lake Mead National Recreation Area, where he designated 76 … Read more
Brand first-ever organization to receive prestigious award Bend, OR (October 21, 2020) – Hydro Flask, the award-winning leader in high-performance, insulated stainless steel flasks and a Helen of Troy Limited (NASDAQ: HELE) brand, is honored to accept the distinguished 2020 American Park Experience Award, recognizing the extraordinary contributions of Hydro Flask’s Parks For All giving program … Read more
Los Angeles, Calif. (Oct 22, 2020)– Machines For Freedom®, the inclusive women’s cycling apparel brand is proud to announce the new BIPOC Filmmaker Grant in partnership with Filmed By Bike. The grant program is now accepting applicants and is open to Black, Indigenous and all People of Color, and requires no previous experience. “We are … Read more
Now 49 Days Old The Creek Fire Is 60% Contained And Has Burned 357,656 To Date. Mammoth Lakes Air quality still in dangerous stages but poses no threat to Mammoth Lakes or Devil’s Postpile October 23, 2020 Update: Current Situation: The Creek fire continues to burn in the Ansel Adams Wilderness and produce large amounts … Read more
Resort is Spending $1 million in COVID-19 safety equipment [Olympic Valley, Calif.] Oct. 21, 2020 – Squaw Valley Alpine Meadows plans to kick off the 2020-21 winter ski and ride season on Wednesday, November 25, weather and conditions permitting. Operations during COVID-19 will require guests and the resort to work together: Squaw Valley Alpine Meadows is committed … Read more
The Inyo National Forest has rescinded Forest Closure 05-04-51-20-17 , effective immediately due to diminished fire risk from the SQF Complex (Castle Fire). This opens the Monache Meadows area. As a reminder, the following closures are still in effect: Inyo National Forest within Madera County remains closed. The most common destinations are Reds Meadow Valley and … Read more
Oct. 13, 2020 (SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif./Nev.) – For winter enthusiasts eager to explore South Tahoe’s vast outdoor winter wonderland, tourism officials recommend advance planning, mid-week stays, and securing reservations early for desired attractions and dining. To help visitors plan a safe, healthy winter adventure, Tahoe South offers updated information on its website at “Know Before You … Read more
EATH VALLEY, CA – Fall temperatures signal the start of camping season in Death Valley National Park. Texas Springs, Sunset, and Stovepipe Wells Campgrounds will open on Thursday, October 15. At that point, all individual campsites in the park will be open. The park’s 762 individual campsites are limited to no more than eight people … Read more
Caple lake Boat Launch will be closed temporarily for maintenance beginning today, Wednesday Oct 7 through tuesday Oct 13, 2020
The Inyo National Forest announces a partial re-opening of the forest on October 3 Inyo National forest – October 2, 2020 – Inyo National forest sent out notice today that a partial re-opening will start saturday in INYo National forest with some closures and restrictions still in place. here is the latest! Open: Wildernesses in the … Read more
Mineral King will remain closed for the season and some wilderness closures will be in place Sequoia National Park reopened on Thursday, October 1 as the evacuation warning related to the SQF Complex has been lifted for most of Three Rivers, CA. This reopening includes the Generals Highway from the Ash Mountain entrance station into … Read more
Campfires and dispersed camping prohibited – fire closures QUINCY, Calif. – Fire Restrictions on the Plumas National Forest (PNF) are continuing due to unprecedented and historic fire conditions throughout the state. A ban on all campfires, outdoor BBQ’s, and smoking is in place. Portable lanterns and camp stoves using gas, jellied petroleum, or pressurized liquid … Read more
Forest Service issues closure order for Taylor Creek SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif., Oct. 1, 2020 – Due to continued public health safety concerns related to COVID-19, trail improvement work, the risk of bear-human encounters and in order to discourage large groups from gathering, the USDA Forest Service Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit (LTBMU) has issued a Forest Order that … Read more
