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Read More »Yosemite National Park Begins New Concession Contract on March 1, 2016
Yosemite National Park will have a new primary concessioner tomorrow, March 1, 2016. Yosemite Hospitality LLC begins its 15-year contract to provide lodging, retail, recreational services, and food to over four million annual visitors to Yosemite. Yosemite Hospitality LLC was selected to be the park’s new primary concessioner in June …
Read More »NatureBridge Summer Teen Program in Yosemite National Park Builds Future Scientists and Leaders – 2016
NatureBridge, the largest residential environmental education partner of the National Park Service, opened registration for the Summer Field Research Course at its Yosemite campus. This two-week immersive backcountry expedition will give participants the opportunity to conduct field science investigations in one of the most iconic national parks in the country. …
Read More »Yosemite National Park Announces Yosemite Centennial Ambassadors
A prestigious group of park supporters and advocates have been announced to be Yosemite Centennial Ambassadors. The Yosemite Centennial Ambassadors were selected from a wide variety of backgrounds and include musicians, scientists, artists, athletes, historians, writers, public officials and educators. Each ambassador shares a unique story, love, and commitment for …
Read More »Yosemite National Park Receives Funding for Restoration of Mariposa Grove of Giant Sequoias
The National Park Service announced $ 15 million in support of 69 projects in 63 parks, including $ 1,165,000 for the Restoration of the Mariposa Grove of Giant Sequoias at Yosemite National Park. This funding augments other National Park Service funds and a Yosemite Conservancy donation of $ 20,000,000 to …
Read More »Yosemite National Park to Change Historic Property Names
Yosemite National Park Superintendent Don Neubacher announced today that the names of several buildings and facilities within the park will be renamed to eliminate potential trademark infringement issues with the current concessioner of Yosemite, DNC Parks & Resorts at Yosemite, Inc. (DNCY), a subsidiary of the Delaware North Companies. The …
Read More »Yosemite National Par to Waive Entrance Fees for Martin Luther King, Jr. Day (2016)
Yosemite National Park will offer free admission into the park on Monday, January 18, 2016 in celebration of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. The fee free waiver is for all visitors in honor of the holiday. http://www.nps.gov/yose/learn/news/yosemite-national-park-to-waive-entrance-fees-for-martin-luther-king-jr-day-2016.htm
Read More »El Portal Road (continuation of Highway 140) in Yosemite National Park to Re-Open at 6:00 p.m. Today
The El Portal Road (continuation of Highway 140) in Yosemite National Park will re-open at 6:00 p.m. today to all vehicular traffic. The road has been closed since Thursday morning due to a rockfall that blocked access to Yosemite Valley via this popular route. http://www.nps.gov/yose/learn/news/el-portal-road-to-re-open-at-6pm-today.htm
Read More »Yosemite National Park Begins Clearing Rockfall Debris on Highway 140
Yosemite National Park road crews have begun clearing debris caused by a rockfall on Thursday morning, January, 7, at 5:45 a.m. that closed the El Portal Road (Highway 140) in Yosemite National Park. The rockfall triggered several large boulders and debris to block access to Yosemite Valley via Highway 140. …
Read More »Rockslide in Yosemite National Park
Highway 140 Closed From Park Line to Junction of El Portal Road/Big Oak Flat Road (Highways 140/120) http://www.nps.gov/yose/learn/news/rockslide-in-yosemite-national-park.htm
Read More »Yosemite National Park Expects Busy Holiday Weekend
Yosemite National Park is expecting to welcome an increase in visitors this upcoming holiday weekend. Recent storms have left ample snow for visitors to enjoy the many winter recreation activities Yosemite National Park has to offer. Below are a few tips and guidelines to follow if you are planning a …
Read More »Nearly 23,000 Junior Rangers Sworn in at Yosemite National Park
Yosemite National Park Rangers have sworn in 22,600 Junior Rangers so far this year. This sets a record for the most number of Junior Rangers in a year. http://www.nps.gov/yose/learn/news/nearly-23000-junior-rangers-sworn-in-at-yosemite-national-park.htm
Read More »New Yosemite Nature Notes Episode Features Bighorn Sheep
Yosemite National Park announces a new episode of “Yosemite Nature Notes” entitled “Bighorn Sheep” is now available for viewing. The video features stunning footage of Sierra Nevada bighorn sheep, interviews with wildlife biologists, and a special focus on the re-introduction of these magnificent animals to the Cathedral Range in Yosemite …
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