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John Muir National Historic SiteHeth Hetchy Valley before the deluge.
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John Muir National Historic Site
History & Culture
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Did You Know?
John Muir's father-in-law, Dr. John Strentzel, came to California in the Gold Rush of '49. Already a medical doctor, he became a ferryman, a farmer, a hotel & general store manager, and a winemaker. Dr. Strentzel had exhibited award winning wines as early as 1861.

Last Updated: September 15, 2006 at 11:44 EST