Yosemite’s Winter Hush
Yosemite’s Winter Hush In winter, a hush and holy stillness settles over Yosemite National Park. It is, by any standards, a most magical and enchanting time to visit. On peaceful walks, you can easily imagine John Muir‘s first sighting of these granite domes and thundering waterfalls. In the chill of the day, under sapphire skies, […]
El Mono Motel
El Mono Motel Great lattes, scones, and budget lodging at Yosemite gateway Two hours from Yosemite Valley, Lee Vining provides seasonal alternatives for Yosemite lodging I love, love, love El Mono Motel & Latte Da Coffee Cafe in Lee Vining, California. Last year after meeting the owner, Kelly, I was determined to stay at this quintessential California motel. On a […]
Lassen National Forest
Lassen National Forest: Respite at Elam Creek We have been so blessed to live in rural Butte County. Close to back roads and beautiful escapes. Heading north from Chico on Highway 32, we are quickly above the valley floor surrounded by forests. Some burn areas are being logged, but in other places we look out into […]
Discovering Las Plumas
Discovering Las Plumas In 1820, Captain Louis Arguello explored portions of a stream in northeastern California. Impressed by the large number of bright-feathered waterfowl, he named the stream El Rio de Las Plumas, “River of the Feathers.” From this the names Plumas County and Feather River were born. Nearly 200 years ago, early visitors discovered the diversity […]
Falling for Yosemite Autumn is Awesome
Falling for Yosemite Autumn Is Awesome Autumn weather remains comfy with daytime temps warm enough for shorts and river sandals; nights can be chilly but cozy – even more so as the fall season evolves. Changes in temperatures and weather should be considered when packing. Better to err on the conservative side – the layered […]