Yosemite Institute, a campus of NatureBridge announced a unique opportunity today for 15-18 year old students to take part in a 2-week long adventure and learning program in Yosemite National Park. The two-week long inquiry-based Field Research Course lets students earn college credit while learning how to create their own …
Read More »Yosemite Association Announces Full Roster of Educational Outdoor Adventures for 2010
Yosemite Outdoor Adventures offer interactive and fun-based learning experiences that appeal to all interests in the scenic wonderland of Yosemite National Park. Guided naturalist hikes to lesser-known destinations, Half Dome treks, family camping programs, plein air art and backpack courses are just a sampling of the wide range of affordable …
Read More »Yosemite Fire Update for August 12, 2022
Two lightning fires are currently burning in Yosemite National Park.
Read More »Yosemite Fire Update for August 15, 2022
Two lightning fires continue to burn in Yosemite National Park. There are no trail closures, and no threat to infrastructure.
Read More »Yosemite Institute Summer Group Program Registration Opens
Yosemite Institute, a campus of NatureBridge, announces a unique opportunity today for groups seeking a summer program that combines academic study with physical challenges, team building activities, and service projects. https://www.nps.gov/yose/learn/news/yisummer10.htm
Read More »Yosemite Fire Update for August 15, 2022
Two lightning fires continue to burn in Yosemite National Park. There are no trail closures, and no threat to infrastructure. https://www.nps.gov/yose/learn/news/yosemite-fire-update-for-august-15-2022.htm
Read More »The Ansel Adams Gallery® Awarded New Concession Contract in Yosemite National Park
Best’s Studio, Inc. doing business as The Ansel Adams Gallery® in Yosemite National Park, was the awarded a new 10-year concession contract that became effective March 1, 2010. The Ansel Adams Gallery® has been operating in the park since 1902, making them the oldest, family owned and operated concessioner in …
Read More »Yosemite Fire Update, August 12, 2022
Two lightning-caused fires are burning in Yosemite. https://www.nps.gov/yose/learn/news/yosemite-fire-update-august-12-2022.htm
Read More »The Yosemite Fund to Raise $1 million for “Youth in Yosemite” Programs to Cultivate Future Park Stewards
The Yosemite Fund is seeking $ 1 million for youth programs to cultivate future park stewards through hands-on experience in Yosemite National Park. https://www.nps.gov/yose/learn/news/yf-yiy.htm
Read More »Yosemite National Park Opens Public Scoping Period For Invasive Plant Management Plan Update
Yosemite National Park announces the opening of the public scoping period for the park’s Invasive Plant Management Plan Update. The scoping period will run from April 15, 2010 to April 30, 2010. The public is invited to submit written ideas regarding this planning effort. https://www.nps.gov/yose/learn/news/ipmp10scoping.htm
Read More »Seventeen Year Old Hiker Injured in Yosemite National Park
At approximately 3:30 p.m. on Monday, March 22, 2010, the Yosemite Emergency Dispatch Center received a call regarding a collapsed hiker on the Upper Yosemite Fall Trail. The hiker, a 17-year old student from Upland, California, was on a hiking trip with the Yosemite Institute. He was with a group …
Read More »Mariposa Grove Road to Open in Yosemite National Park
The Mariposa Grove Road in Yosemite National Park will open for the season tomorrow, March 26, 2010 at 9:00 a.m. The road provides visitor access to the Mariposa Grove of Big Trees, the largest grove of Giant Sequoia in Yosemite National Park. The road is located near the park’s South …
Read More »America the Beautiful Quarters Program Features Yosemite National Park on New 2010 Quarter
In a ceremony in Washington, D.C. yesterday, United States Mint Director Ed Moy, Secretary of Interior Ken Salazar, National Park Service Director Jon Jarvis, and other officials unveiled the designs for the first five coins in the new America the Beautiful quarter series. The America the Beautiful Quarters Program is …
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