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Month: June 2018

Yosemite ranger reflects on “the most beautiful place in the world”

Shelton Johnson, an interpretive ranger who’s educated visitors to Yosemite National Park for more than 24 years, shared these thoughts and insights in a special interview with Hayate Moro.  Q: How did you come from Detroit to Yosemite? A: I think the more pertinent question would be how did I get from Detroit to working… Continue reading Yosemite ranger reflects on “the most beautiful place in the world”

Published June 15, 2018
Categorized as Featured, Musings, Top Stories, Yosemite Area

Climbing legend shares Yosemite spirit

Ron Kauk has inspired people around the world with his rock climbing career for many years. Since 2009, he has also been helping the surrounding community through his non-profit, Sacred Rok. Kauk began his life journey at the age of 14. He fell in love with rock climbing in Yosemite National Park and found it an… Continue reading Climbing legend shares Yosemite spirit

Published June 15, 2018
Categorized as News and Reviews, Top Stories Tagged Mia Babasyan

Yosemite first-timer had “a really great experience”

I’m hanging off the side of a rock ready to take my next steps up and not fall. I look down at the ground far below. The only thing stopping me from falling was a rope. I went to Yosemite for the first time this spring and it was very fun. The very first thing… Continue reading Yosemite first-timer had “a really great experience”

Published June 15, 2018
Categorized as Musings, Top Stories, Yosemite Area

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