Day: May 25, 2005

  • Raising a Family in the Backcountry

    NPR has a very interesting Morning Edition this morning with a clip about what it’s like to be an NPS employee and trying to raise a family. Be sure to give it a listen. NPR: “Doug Warnock and his wife raised five children in lodges, cabins and even tents in Yosemite, Carlsbad Caverns and Chaco…

  • Sierra Passes Opening For Memorial Day Travel

    If you’re looking to go across the Sierra there’s good news, Highway’s 108 and 4 are both clear and open. If you’re waiting to cross on Highway 120 or to visit the Yosemite High Country, you’re going to have a wait a bit longer however. News 10: “Caltrans crews re-opened Sonora Pass on Highway 108…

  • Tioga Road Update

    Tioga Road Plowing Update Starting location: 22.5 miles from gate Ending location: 25 miles from gate Distance plowed today: 2.5 miles Snow depth: 4 feet There is no expected opening for the Tioga Road at this time. Courtesy NPS.

  • Glacier Point Road Open

    The Glacier Point Road opened today at 8 am.