Whether you're a curious explorer or a seasoned backpacker, there's a place for you in Yosemite — and all outdoor spaces.

Protect Your Wild is about exploring, playing in, and preserving the outdoors. All around us, nature shows us that interconnectedness sustains our planet. It’s our goal to honor the outdoors and make it inclusive and accessible for all to play in and protect.

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We're Yosemite Conservancy and we're on a mission to celebrate all the people who find inspiration and adventure within the landscapes of Yosemite National Park. We fund projects that keep Yosemite wild and make visiting more accessible and easy — so you can play in the park comfortably and confidently. Head outside with us with one of our in-park experiences and join us in celebrating and protecting one of Earth's most special places.

As you express the full range of you, we’ll continue to protect the full range of Yosemite.

Protecting where you play

As climate change becomes an increasing reality, we’re making sure that Yosemite is environmentally resilient.

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Creating community

We know the outdoors haven’t always been the most inclusive place, so we're working to create and support initiatives that celebrate the experiences of underrepresented people and to increase accessibility in the park.

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