A Season with the California Conservation Core 507 days ago

The California Conservation Core is alive and well according to this great recent article in BND.Com

When Voigt exited the wilderness last week, fulfilling his obligation to the Backcountry Trails Program, the Clovis native had shed 40 pounds and three pants sizes, grown a bushy, black beard and gained some needed mental clarity.

First Winter Storm of the Season 512 days ago

Thomas Atkins takes us into the Carson Iceberg Wilderness during the first winter storm of the season in this Sierra Mountain Times article

Last weekend’s storm painted the higher peaks of the Sierra with a dazzling white dusting of snow while the foothills received a refreshing and much needed douse of rain throughout Friday evening and most of Saturday

Ansel Adams Wilderness Photos 512 days ago

Here’s a little wilderness inspiration: Photographer Ken Hively took his camera into the Ansel Adams Wilderness on a quick trip for the LA Times and put together this photo gallery

Formerly the Minarets Wilderness, it was expanded and renamed the Ansel Adams Wilderness as a result of the Wilderness Act in 1984.

Trout may be removed from 7 lakes to help out frogs 541 days ago

This Tahoe Daily Tribune Article explains why the Forest Service is considering removing fish to protect frogs in the Desolation Wilderness.

The proposal is part of an attempt to restore Sierra Nevada yellow-legged frog populations to the wilderness area and could affect Ralston Lake, Tamarack Lake, Cagwin Lake, Margery Lake, Lucille Lake, Le Conte Lake, Jabu Lake and their associated ponds and streams, according to a statement from the U.S. Forest Service.

Fate of the Krebbs Wilderness 541 days ago

This article by Michael Doyle’s for McClatchy Newspapers gives an update on the proposed Krebbs Wilderness in Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks.

The new bill would designate about 69,000 acres now in the Sequoia and Kings Canyon national parks as the John Krebs Wilderness.

2008 Wilderness Ranger Rendezvous! 541 days ago

Attention all California wilderness rangers! The 2008 Wilderness Ranger Rendezvous is scheduled for September 17th and 18th! Spread the word, and check out the Rendezvous Page for event details.

Two days of inter-agency wilderness cross pollination. A wilderness think tank combined with a social networking exchange. Edward Abbey meets My Space.

This event is not open to the general public, but if your work relates to wilderness email Lincoln Else to learn more.

Google Maps Terrain Feature 542 days ago

This may be old news to some, but if you haven’t already, check out Google Maps “terrain” feature, it’s worth taking a minute to explore. Amazing resource for wilderness trip planning (and day dreaming).

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Mount Lyell: Yosemite’s Highest Peak 542 days ago

Thomas Atkins take a lap up Mt Lyle in this article for the Sierra Mountain Times

When visiting Yosemite Valley it is easy to forget that this wondrous granite gorge is just a fraction of what the national park has to offer. If one is not careful, the steep granite walls can act like blinders…

Yosemite's "Nature Notes" Wilderness Video 551 days ago

Check out this new Wilderness Video from Yosemite National Park.

Although most visitors are familiar with Yosemite Valley, 95 percent of Yosemite National Park is designated Wilderness. Free from roads and cars, this vast wilderness offers spectacular scenery, natural quiet, and the opportunity for solitude and reflection.

September in the Sierra 553 days ago

According to Marek Warszawski with the Fresno Bee, the best time to visit the Sierra Nevada is, well, right now. Check out the inspiring article.

The calendar couldn’t flip fast enough. September, the best month to be outside in California, is finally here.