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Friday morning we leave on our trip to Yosemite for a fun-filled weekend.
After taking an unexpected detour at Oakhurst we end up on Hwy 140 instead of Hwy 41, and go through El Portal (an extra drive of 2 hours), we finally make it to the Wawona area in Yosemite
Friday, 10/25/02
Kelly at Cedar Lodge, El Portal, where we briefly stopped.
We arrive at the Redwoods, a community near the Wawona Hotel in Yosemite. We check in, and go straight to our cabin, 2B.
Friday, 10/25/02
We have a great cabin, owned by the Covey family. There are 3 bedrooms, 2 full living rooms, two dining areas, 2 bathrooms, a big deck, and all of the amenities…. There are even plenty of blankets and pillows that Renee and I find … on our 3rd day there!
Front of the cabin
There’s a story about these here “mountain goats”
Friday, 10/25/02
Once we get to the cabin, the kids can hardly wait to get out & explore a little.Friday, 10/25/02
Exploring the Rock
The Lumberjack
Girls Rule!Catch me if you can!
Mr. CoolMr. Cool
Come and Get It!
Since we are so close to Halloween, the kids carve pumpkins to light and set out
Friday, 10/25/02
Want some?
Julia prepares delicious pork chops for everyone, and we enjoy dinner together on our first night.
Friday, 10/25/02
As soon as it starts getting dark, we get a fire going, and enjoy the warmth from the fireplace.
Happy Birthday to youHappy Birthday to youHappy Birthday to youHappy Birthday to youHappy Birthday Matt and RyanHappy Birthday Matt and RyanHappy Birthday to youHappy Birthday to you
Friday, 10/25/02Friday, 10/25/02
After dinner and a birthday cake dessert, the kids finish up their pumpkins. It is already getting very cool, but they are determined.
Friday, 10/25/02
Pumpkin carving is interrupted, however, by a curious doe and fawn who come to investigate.
The kids show off their works of art.Friday, 10/25/02
After a long day on the road, and a nice evening of relaxation, it’s time for everyone to go to bed.
The group with the High Sierra in the background
Saturday, 10/26/02
Saturday morning we head off to Glacier Point and the Valley. First stop is Washburn Point, where you have views of the High Sierra, waterfalls, and God’s country.
Renee, Ryan, & Matt
Saturday, 10/26/02
The Ahwahnee HotelThe Ahwahnee HotelFrom Glacier PointFrom Glacier Point
The Boys
I came … I saw … I conquered
Saturday, 10/26/02 Bridalveil Falls
It’s only a 5 minute walk to the base of the falls, but then the kids wanted to climb the rocks & that was a challenge.
Saturday, 10/26/02Bike Riding in the Valley
The bike trails follow the roads (dark red lines). We rent the bikes at Curry Village, and go exploring.
Renee takes offRenee takes off
Saturday, 10/26/02
Bike Riding in the Valley
The day is cool, and the air is fresh. We are surrounded by the gentle breeze as we ride along the grassy meadow.Soon we venture into the forest
Saturday, 10/26/02
Bike Riding in the Valley
The dogwood brightens up Yosemite with its red, gold, and green leaves
Saturday, 10/26/02 Bike Riding in the Valley
After seeing the Ahwahnee from Glacier Point, we all ride to the Hotel to enjoy the beautiful décor.
North Dome
Autumn Leaves
Early morning deer
Woodpecker
Rising moon
Wawona Dome
Views from early walk in the morning
Sunday, 10/27/02
Sunday, 10/27/02
Playing Hand Games
Riding on the Yosemite Mt. Sugar
Pine TrainThis historic railroad is located in Fish Camp, just before you arrive at the south entrance to Yosemite
Sunday, 10/27/02
Hmmm… What goes through the mind of a teenager?
Riding on the Yosemite Mt. Sugar
Pine Train
Sunday, 10/27/02 Mariposa Grove
Giant sequoias live in the Mariposa Grove.
The Grizzly Giant @ the left is over 1800 yrs old, and the large limb jutting out to the left has a diameter of over 6 feet.
The Wawona Tunnel Tree fell in the winter of 1969, and is now known as the Fallen Tunnel Tree
Sunday, 10/27/02
We have an unexpected guest when we come home
Wawona Dome at sunsetAlpenglow
Nick & Carina watch the deer up close
Monday, 10/28/02
Up closeUp closeand personaland personal
We realize that deer We realize that deer like pumpkin! like pumpkin! YummyYummy
Monday, 10/28/02
Seven deer come to greet us – we’ve seen a total of 30 this weekend.
Whoops, there they Whoops, there they go!go!