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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Blue Helmets along the Four Mile TrailWhile 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.
Do you have a question about our visit to Yosemite? Ask it in the comment section.
See previous Year of Yosemite (YOY) posts HERE. If you want to read the introduction to the YOY series, CLICK HERE.
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“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
The 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!
Do you have a question about our visit to Yosemite? Ask it in the comment section.
See previous Year of Yosemite (YOY) posts HERE. If you want to read the introduction to the YOY series, CLICK HERE.
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“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
Mirror 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.
Do you have a question about our visit to Yosemite? Ask it in the comment section.
See previous Year of Yosemite (YOY) posts HERE. If you want to read the introduction to the YOY series, CLICK HERE.
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“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
“You have to milk the cow quite a lot and get plenty of milk to make a little cheese.”
– Henri Cartier-Bresson
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The water seeping from the rocks along the trail gave life to plants in crevices
While hiking the Wapama Falls Trail at Hetch Hetchy, we came across a number of places were the plenitude of recent rains gave rise to dripping streams along the rock faces. Plants found hospitable environments and festooned the hard surfaces with their soft, contrasting foliage. I found the contrast of the green, delicate foliage and wet, dark rocks to be very interesting.
Ferns were growing robustly in this moist and somewhat shady environment.
Do you have a question about our visit to Yosemite? Ask it in the comment section.
See previous Year of Yosemite (YOY) posts HERE. If you want to read the introduction to the YOY series, CLICK HERE.
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“You can give without loving, but you cannot love without giving.” — Amy Wilson-Carmichael
“Lies written in ink cannot disguise facts written in blood.” — Lu Xun
“The simplest acts of kindness are by far more powerful then a thousand heads bowing in prayer.” — Mahatma Gandhi
“The other day my wife asked me to take her someplace real expensive to eat, so I took her to the airport.” — Bill Kelley