Year of Yosemite (YOY) – Day 87 (Half Dome – From the East)

Half Dome from Olmstead Point 

Half Dome from Olmstead Point

Olmstead Point is one of those turnouts one doesn’t read much about in the literature; at least I hadn’t seen much about it. As we were driving along Tioga Road, we came across this vantage point and we were stunned by the amazing views.

The picture of Half Dome above is one that is not generally seen as many of the viewing spots are located on the other side of this Yosemite notable. Olmstead Point is northeast of Half Dome and according to the map, approximately three miles away (+/-).

The actual colors of the giant rock are not revealed well from this distance as the atmosphere lends a blue cast to the capture. There is at least one good hiking trail from this overlook (Olmsted Point trail) that we noted. Unfortunately,we did not take the earmarked hike, but now wish we had as it is remarked to be “one of the great values in scenery per square meter”.

 
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STATUS QUOtes — 20160930

“Even a fish can escape being caught, if it keeps its mouth shut.” — Confucius

“He who binds to himself a joy does the winged life destroy; But he who kisses the joy as it flies lives in eternity’s sun rise.” — William Blake

“A book is a heart that beats in the chest of another.” — Rebecca Solnit

“The New York Times is read by the people who run the country; the Washington Post is read by the people who think they run the country; the National Enquirer is read by the people who think Elvis is alive and running the country.” — Robert J. Woodhead

 

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Chipmunk wants to be a Photographer

Chipmunk wants to be a photographer
Even this chipmunk was interested in photography gear!

On a recent hike, we sat down to have some lunch along the trail. It was apparent that the chipmunks were accustomed to people as this particular animal had no hesitation in “hanging around.” Just before we packed up to leave, he hopped on the boulder to examine my cameras.

NOTE – We do not feed the wildlife in any of the places we hike, but this chipmunk had hopes!

 
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Year of Yosemite (YOY) – Day 86 (Blue Helmets)


Blue Helmets 
Blue Helmets Blue Helmets along the Four Mile Trail

While hiking the Four Mile Trail we were surprised to find blue helmets in two different locations. One helmet was placed on a ledge of rocks and another was resting in the middle of the trail.

We made an assumption that these were probably protective gear used by rescuers. We previously showed a locked metal case placed along the edge of the trail in one spot which we likewise assumed had rescue gear inside (see YOY DAY 47).

Other than the above conjectures, we don’t know what use these items might have in these particular locations. There was no rock climbing along this trail as far as we understood.

 
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STATUS QUOtes — 20160929

“An old belief is like an old shoe. We so value its comfort that we fail to notice the hole in it.” — Robert Brault

“In a chronically leaking boat, energy devoted to changing vessels is likely to be more productive than energy devoted to patching leaks.” — Warren Buffett

“Remember that children, marriages, and flower gardens reflect the kind of care they get.” — H. Jackson Brown, Jr.

“Drag your thoughts away from your troubles… by the ears, by the heels, or any other way you can manage it.” — Mark Twain

 

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Year of Yosemite (YOY) – Day 85 (Home of the Sierra Club)

The Yosemite Conservation Heritage CenterThe Yosemite Conservation Heritage Center – Hone of the Sierra Club

“The Yosemite Conservation Heritage Center (formerly LeConte Memorial Lodge), National Historic Landmark, was built by Sierra Club volunteers in 1903-04.

The Sierra Club still operates the iconic structure as a public education and visitor center ever since, presenting and promoting the conservation ethic through public programs, educational displays, a library, and interactive programs for kids and families.” https://sierraclub.org/yosemite-heritage-center/about-us

Interestingly enough, as noted in an earlier post, the building had been moved. In speaking with volunteers, it was mentioned that the roof line does not fit as exact as desired so there are some gaps and appropriate accommodations that need to be made.

To see a nice photograph of the beautiful stone building from the outside, see former YOY post HERE!

 
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STATUS QUOtes — 20160928

“If I’d had some set idea of a finish line, don’t you think I would have crossed it years ago?” — Bill Gates

“In a world where stupidity dominates, looking good is more important than being right.” — André Spicer

“Every moment alters what came before. We reach across layers of time for the memories of our memories.” — James Gleick

“We must never confuse elegance with snobbery.” — Yves Saint Laurent 

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Year of Yosemite (YOY) – Day 84 (Mirror Lake – Between the Domes)

Mirror LakeMirror Lake nestled between the mountains of Yosemtie

Mirror Lake is a pretty lake although it is a bit cluttered with vegetation at times. This was one of the first major hikes we took and I did not realize that Half Dome was situated to the southeast. I “heard” that it is possible to get a reflection of Half Dome in the lake, but I did not know and therefore did not seek out that shot. It would have been a good one to attempt.

I did manage to capture several images of North Dome which lies northwest of Mirror Lake. It would be a star in almost any other surrounding, but at Yosemite, it is forced to assume a supporting role.

 
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STATUS QUOtes — 20160927

“All progress occurs because people dare to be different.” — Harry Millner

“If you’re chasing your dream, you’re not running fast enough, run faster.” — Sean Combs

“Don’t join the book burners. Don’t think you’re going to conceal faults by concealing evidence that they ever existed.” — Dwight D. Eisenhower

“Fashion is something that goes in one year and out the other.” — Unknown

 

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