Trout may be removed from 7 lakes to help out frogs 1 hour 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 1 hour 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! 1 hour 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 5 hours 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 5 hours 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 10 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 11 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.

Hikes in the Sierra 13 days ago

Marek Warszawski of the The Fresno Bee lists some of the best Sierra hikes.

The Sierra Nevada is packed with day hikes. Some lead to majestic mountaintops. Others lead to lakes and waterfalls. Whatever your viewing pleasure, no matter how much energy you wish to exert, there’s a hike for you.

Video on the History of Wildfire in America 48 days ago

Produced by the National Park Service, this half hour documentary Best Intentions: Wildfire and People in Yosemite National Park examines the roll of wildfire in America by following Yosemite’s fire crew through a busy season.

With wildfires burning throughout the Sierra Nevada, including on Yosemite’s doorstep, it makes sense to learn as much as possible about the subject on everyone’s mind: wildfire.

Update on Sierra Wildfires 48 days ago

Want up-to-date info on wildfires in the Sierra Nevada? Look at the Cal Fire Website for the latest fire info.

Current Situation: On June 20, 2008, a thunderstorm system moved over California striking over two thousand lightning sparked fires. Today over 98 percent of those fires have been contained.