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National Parks
Backpacking Yosemite’s Vogelsang Peak Region
In February 2020 when I booked this trip to Yosemite National park for my annual backpacking adventures with friends, I had no idea on how the world would have changed in 6 months. Fast forward to the first weekend in August 2020 and myself, three friends and my two sons would enter a world and [...]
Death Valley
Death Valley Introduces New Exhibit Overlooking Rainbow Canyon
Rainbow Canyon, commonly called Star Wars Canyon will pay tribute to the pilot, Lieutenant Commander Charles Z. Walker DEATH VALLEY, CA –On July 31st, 2019, a Navy Super Hornet jet crashed near Rainbow Canyon in Death Valley National Park, killing the pilot and injuring several visitors who were viewing the aircraft training at low altitudes [...]
industry news
Peregrine Falcons Thriving at Lake Tahoe Thanks to Group Effort
Educational campaign works to create a balance between recreational uses and wildlife protection STATELINE, Nev., 2020. - Lake Tahoe organizations working to harmonize wildlife protection and responsible recreation reported today a successful effort to protect fledgling peregrine falcons while still allowing access to popular hiking and climbing routes near the birds’ nesting sites. For the second [...]
Death Valley
Numerous Heat Records Set in Death Valley This Summer
Death Valley Establishes Earth's Hottest Temperatures of Record DEATH VALLEY, CA – Over the summer of 2020, numerous heat records were broken, as the park experienced what may be some the hottest days ever recorded on Earth.This meteorological summer (June-August) had an average (day and night combined) temperature of 102.7. This makes 2020 the 4th hottest [...]
Food & Tap
CELEBRATE THE ARRIVAL OF FALL IN LAKE TAHOE WITH FOOD AND BEVERAGE SPECIALS IN OCTOBER
Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Lake Tahoe celebrates the arrival of fall with food and beverage specials this October STATELINE, Nev. - Sept. 29, 2020 – Fall into autumn this October at Hard Rock Hotel & Casino with food and beverage specials throughout the month. View this post on Instagram Oh shuck yeah! The Oyster [...]
Lake Tahoe
Opening day is set for Friday, Nov. 20. Reservations are required to access the mountain. Details at EpicPass.com First time in over a decade the resort plans to open terrain on California side for skiing and riding first Heavenly Gondola will be open for sightseeing Thanksgiving Holiday Weekend South Lake Tahoe, Calif. — Sept. 29, 2020 — Heavenly Mountain Resort plans to open on Friday, Nov. 20 with a focus [...]
industry news
Trump Administration Paves Way for More People to Experience Bicycling on Public Lands
The new e-bike policy expands recreational opportunities and accessibility. Excludes Wilderness Areas WASHINGTON – The Department of the Interior today announced that it finalized electric bike (or e-bike) regulations that pave the way for land managers to allow more people, especially older Americans and those with physical limitations, to experience bicycling on public lands managed by [...]
industry news
Yosemite Conservancy Provides $14 Million to Yosemite National Park in 2020
Peregrine falcon protection, monarch butterfly habitat expansion, and wetlands and hiking trails restoration, are among grants and programs supported Yosemite National Park, October 15, 2020 – Yosemite Conservancy is providing $14 million to Yosemite National Park in 2020 for restoration, research, preservation and educational efforts throughout the park. “Yosemite inspires daily and in difficult times,” said Yosemite Conservancy President [...]
Ansel Adams Wilderness
Inyo National Forest Provides Wilderness Permits Virtually
The Inyo National Forest has implemented 05-04-50-200-21, effective November 3. This opens the Inyo portions of the South Sierra, parts of the Golden Trout, most of the John Muir, parts of the Ansel Adams and all of the Owens River Headwaters, and Hoover Wilderness Areas. As a reminder, wilderness permits are required year-round for all Mt [...]
Death Valley
Peak Named After Endangered Pupfishes
DEATH VALLEY, CA – Earlier this year, the Domestic Names Committee of the U.S. Board on Geographic Names voted unanimously to approve the proposal to name a peak after the Devils Hole pupfish and Ash Meadows Amargosa pupfish. At 4,355 feet in elevation, the previously un-named Pupfish Peak is a high point in an area [...]
Mariposa County
Thanksgiving Vacations in Yosemite Mariposa
Mariposa County - The best holiday getaways bring family and friends together in places that honor the occasion. With breathtaking scenery and larger-than-life natural landmarks, the Yosemite Mariposa region sets the stage for epic Thanksgiving vacations. Yosemite’s iconic granite walls put nature into a breathtaking perspective, and with Yosemite National Park’s return to its standard [...]
Graeagle
MY ADVENTURE BACK TO THE SIERRA FOR A LITTLE HORSEBACK RIDING WITH GOLD LAKE STABLES I grew up triangled between 3 small towns in the northern Sierra, Portola, Clio, and Graeagle, California. If you were passing through in your car & if you blinked, you would miss seeing the small scenic town amongst the tall [...]
Eastern Sierra
Witnessing the celestial spectacle of the Sierra night skies is an experience that transcends time and leaves an indelible mark on your soul. Picture this: cruising along the vast expanse of U.S. 50, from the Nevada border to Delta, Utah, under the spell of a pitch-black canvas illuminated solely by the brilliance of a myriad [...]
Amador County
Road Trip in California Gold Country
Discover More of California Gold Country with this Multiday Road Trip Itinerary You've heard about California's Gold Country, but have you ever been there? If you're looking for a fun and scenic trip, we recommend heading to some of the state's most historic sites. One of our favorites is Sutter's Fort State Historic Park in [...]
Amador County
Three Ways to Celebrate California Wine Month in September
Enjoy Immersive Harvest Experiences and Festivals, Pair Iconic California Recipes and Fresh Produce with California Wines and Support Local Wineries SAN FRANCISCO — September is California Wine Month, a time to celebrate the annual harvest season and raise a glass to the state’s vibrant wine community. As California vintners and growers harvest more than 110 different grape varieties for the 2022 [...]
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