- Yosemite High Country. Tuolumne Meadows . . . Clouds Rest, Tenaya Lake 'n more<Tioga Pass Entrance, California, CA
Yosemite High Country is amazing. It is more ruggedly beautiful and also much less crowded. Truly it is the path less taken.
This event is for Fri/Sat night camping with hiking planed for Sat/Sun
There is an option to extend this to a Three Day Weekend and have it be Fri/Sat/Sun night camping, and to depart MondayThere are Saturday/Sunday planned Easy, Medium and Hard Options.
We will divide by interest for different led hikes.Planned Difficult Hike: Cloud’s Rest
Planned Medium Hike: Glen Aulin/White Cascade
Planned Easy Option hits several places via car or short hikes:- Tuolumne Meadow
- Tenaya Lake
- May Lake
- Olmsted Point
Alternate Hike Options: North Dome, May Lake and Mount Hoffman
For Sunday there are two different options. For those making it a two day weekend . .
Drive home via thru the park and do Valley Floor Loop and then down the 41:- Tunnel View
- Bridal Veil Falls
- Yosemite Falls
- Ahwahnee Hotel
- Giant Sequoias
- and more!!
For those staying Sunday Night and leaving Monday . . . on Sunday: We will head into the park in groups for hikes. And on Monday when you head home . . . Drive home via thru the park and do Valley Floor Loop and then down the 41.
To attend this event event:- RSVP here by clicking the Red Button
- Click the secure payment link https://www.paypal.com/instantcommerce/shareproduct/TW6B7S4SLMU7A
- Click the link to obtain your REQUIRED park entry reservation for $2 https://www.recreation.gov/timed-entry/10086745/ticket/10086746
- Click and fill out our Attendees Information Form (required) https://forms.gle/7LktppE3Uqo67XSs5
If you not ready to commit yet . . .
- Click our "I am only interested" form https://forms.gle/7LktppE3Uqo67XSs5
Question: I have a parks pass. Do I still need the reservation.
Answer: Yes.Question: Where are we staying? That information only goes out to paid attendees. Our campsite is outside the Tioga or East Entrance to the Tuolumne Meadows and Yosemite High Country area.
Notes:
- Choose Fri 25th for reservation if driving thru the park to get to our site (if live NorCal)
- Choose Sat 26th for reservation if live in SoCal. You will drive up 395 direct to camp.
- If you wish to spend Sunday night it's $30 addl. But we will deal with that in the week before as people change schedules. No need to commit to three day at the moment.
- You do NOT need a paypal account. Click the process as guest, or use any credit or debit card.
- If you have a X2 or a Plus One . . . just do the link a 2nd or 3rd time.
- Refund given if notice of cancel 2 weeks or more in advance of the start date of the event.
- Less than 2 weeks notice is 100% credit towards future event.
Includes:
- The site for the weekend
- All Firewood & propane heaters
- Flush restrooms (that are clean)
- (free)(hot) Showers available
- Perfect for the beginner and first timers.
- Many come solo.
- Come alone and leave with friends. Come with friends & leave with more friends.
What gear do I need?
The only specialized gear you need is Tent, Sleeping bag, Sleeping Pad (yoga mat). Everything else is household items you already have.
Special note: this is Tent camping. No RV. No Trailers. No giant campervans.Carpools?
- Carpool info goes out ONLY to paid attendees.
- Carpool info ONLY goes out to those who fill out the ATTENDEES/CARPOOL FORM
- Carpool info goes out all at once 1 week before the event.
- Carpool in week before makes sense because that's when people can really determine schedule and departure time and availability.
Questions?
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OR
CLICK HERE FOR Q & A CAMPING Zoom. Meet others attending, be social and ask any questions about the event.
OTHER INFO:- Carpool info
- Newbie Camping Advice All things GEAR
- Newbie Camping Advice All things FOOD
- General Policies
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Notice: We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, age, disability, gender, gender preference, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, national identity, marital status, familial status, parental status, religion, political beliefs or even for belly button lint. - Galapagos Islands Expedition-Picture Perfect Untouched Nature at its best!Los Angeles International Airport, Los Angeles, CA
It's a Photo Meetup . . . in the Galápagos!! Unbelievable, picture perfect flora and fauna!
This Meetup Event is for the nature lovers, for the curious explorers and the adventurers who want to experience nature in all its splendor & diversity.
The Galápagos Islands are a volcanic archipelago in the Pacific Ocean, considered one of the world's foremost destinations for wildlife-viewing. It's a place where lizards swim, birds walk, and humans — for once — don't take center stage.
A notable early visitor was 26-year-old Charles Darwin 1835. His theory of evolution introduced the Galápagos Islands to the world.
As amazing as you think the Galápagos Islands would be, they exceed all expectations of our group in 2023! That sea lion above in our group photo is not a prop! It was very real, ready to play and pose for a picture. You can see sea lions, giant lizards and many other exotic and friendly creatures, waddling on the streets, playing in the sand or just chilling (sun bathing) on a bench!
We will explore and experience:
- Spot the famous Galapagos penguin, blue footed boobies and swim with sea turtles and sea lions.
- Tortuga Bay Beach for swimming, snorkeling, kayaking or surfing with unique marine life. Good chance to spot finches, yellow warblers, mockingbirds, and lava lizards.
- Get close and personal with the giant tortoises roaming in their natural habitat
- Explore the well-known islet called Tintoreras, home of the white tip sharks and its shark tunnel.
- Visit the Charles Darwin Station, to observe giant tortoises and their babies and learn about this majestic animal.
- Snorkeling around the shore of the Tijeretas Bay
- Boat ride to Kicker Rock with snorkeling
- Sailing to Santa Cruz Island.
- Sail to Isabela Island, the largest of the archipelago.
- Boat tour to Tuneles De Cabo Rosa, a formation of series of above ocean arches, creating an unique snorkeling experience.
- Explore cavernous underground Lava Tunnels.
- Tour the Galapagos rainforest habitat
- San Cristobal Island with visit to the Interpretation Center
- Visit to Los Gemelos, a haven for bird watchers!
- Visit Sierra Negra and Chico Volcano. A 10-mile challenging hike (for those who are interested)
- El Trapiche to see the old methods of extracting cane juice, roasting coffee beans and techniques of distillery.
- Quito with a full day tour and visit to the Equator line
- Visit to the town of Puerto Baquerizo Moreno.
Land Tour cost $4365 per person, double occupancy
(we match roommates for those wishing to share)
Solo occupancy additional $990
***Airfare not included***The only way to guarantee your spot for this meetup is a $350 deposit.
CLICK HERE for secure deposit link
Upon submitting the deposit please fill out this formFor airfare and other info on the trip, click here to message Anna
WHAT IS INCLUDED:
· 10 Nights Accommodations – Quito & Galapagos
· 10 breakfasts, 6 lunches, 3 Dinners
· Naturalist Guide (during activities)
· All activities listed
· Galapagos National Park entrance fee
· Isabela island entrance fee
· All transportation during the tour
· 24/7 assistance in the islands
· Airport Transfers to hotel. (in – out)
· Transit control cardWHAT IS NOT INCLUDED:
- Airfare to Galapagos
- Meals not described in the tour (approx. $15 per person, per day)
- Tips
- Personal expenses
- Optional activities
- Wet suits
RSVP with your email to receive additional info.
RSVP DOES NOT RESERVE YOUR SPOT.Deposit is the only way to hold your spot. Your deposit is fully refundable up to 90 days before the departure.
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Come to the zoom and ask any questions. Great way to get the info you want without all the other fluff. As well as meet us and other attendees.Click here for General Policies and useful info about our international trips.
We believe in good decent social. This events is cross posted to several other groups and the number of RSVPs on each is not reflective. We have a set of sister groups where we post our local free, local/regional camping, and our overseas events too.
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