| When Will the Snow Plows Clear the Tioga
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Though National Park Service snow plows have been hard at
work on the Tioga Road, there is still no estimated opening
date for 2006. For those interested in following the progress
of the crews working to clear Yosemite's trans-Sierra
crossing, check out the Tioga Road Plowing Update
that's posted on the NPS web site.
Besides a daily report on the work of the plows, there's a
list of opening dates since 1980 and the factors affecting
plowing operations and the opening date.
In other Yosemite road-related news, the Glacier Point
Road is now officially open for the season!
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| Interesting New Book About Living With
Bears! |
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With over 900,000 black bears roaming North America today,
people from Florida to British Columbia are encountering bears
more often, and as a result, human-bear conflicts are on
the rise.
In her new book, Living With Bears: A Practical Guide to
Bear Country, Colorado author Linda Masterson dispels
myths, replaces fear with respect, and lays the foundation for
improving human-black bear relations with an inside look at
the fascinating world of these highly intelligent, adaptable
and resourceful animals.
Topics covered include avoiding bear encounters and
attacks; understanding black bears and their behavior;
bear-proofing your home; safe trash stashing; and hiking,
camping and playing in bear country.
The book normally retails for $20, but with their 15%
discount, YA members can buy it now for only $17!
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| Work Set to Begin on Yosemite Lodge
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Almost a decade after the Merced River swept away parts of
Yosemite Lodge, it finally is time to rebuild — to demolish
old buildings and pour concrete in Yosemite Valley.
The millions of people who enjoy views of El Capitan and
Half Dome are likely to notice dust flying in June at the
lodge, which has operated with about half the number of
rooms it had before the 1997 flood.
One of the most notable changes included in the
rehabilitation: Traffic will be rerouted so people can avoid
crossing a major road on their way to iconic Yosemite Falls.
Some environmental groups have criticized the project, but
NPS officials believe that the Lodge remodel and road
relocation "is going to tremendously improve visitor
enjoyment."
You can read the full Fresno Bee story about the
project by following the link below.
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| Yosemite Poster Map Developed by National
Geographic |
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The National Geographic Society has recently developed a
beautiful wall map of the entire Yosemite National Park
in poster format for easy framing and hanging.
Based on the popular Trails Illustrated map of the
park, this poster gives rich topographic detail to show the
park's magnificent mountains and valleys, as well as updated
trail and road information.
The poster, approximately 24 inches x 36 inches, is a
perfect keepsake from and for the glorious park.
The full- color Yosemite poster normally sells for $16.99,
but YA members earn a 15% discount and can buy it now for
only $14.44!
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New Courses in Yosemite for Elementary
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Are you an elementary school teacher whose students are
suffering from nature-deficit disorder?
Are you eager to comply with the Bush administration's
initiative to ensure that no child is left inside?
If so, we have the perfect training solution for you.
Skilled outdoor environmental educator Terry McLaughlin
is offering two special classes for teachers in June that you
won't want to miss.
The courses are entitled Watershed Education for
Teachers and Place-Based Education for Teachers,
and they'll both be held in beautiful Wawona.
To learn more about these offerings that are cross-
curricular, aligned with state standards, designed for
multiple intelligences and the whole learner, inquiry- based,
and small group oriented, please click on the link below.
For more about Terry McLaughlin's
courses for teachers.... |
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