5 Yosemite Themed Halloween Costumes
Halloween is right around the corner. Here in Yosemite that means a few things- The aspen are turning a gorgeously yellow, the tops of the high country peaks are being dusted with snow, and everyone is gearing up to dress big and celebrate Halloween. It can be hard to choose the perfect costume. You want […]
The John-Muir-Athon : An Account of Adventure in Yosemite
By: Juliet Ramirez Around mile 7, I ate my second lunch. At mile 12, I had the realization that, though I had done a full day of hiking, I wasn’t quite halfway. At mile 15, I stood on top of Clouds Rest, soaked in one of the most incredible views in the world, hugged some […]
Why You Want To Be Doing Yoga in Yosemite This Fall
By: Juliet Ramirez As the larger summer crowds start migrating out of Yosemite National Park, a calmness settles throughout Yosemite. A great transition begins. The leaves change colors, showing yellows and oranges. The bears become more active, eating everything they can before settling in for the winter. The traffic slows down, and quiet space […]
Top 10 Questions for Lasting Adventures about the Ferguson Fire
Top 10 Questions for Lasting Adventures about the Ferguson Fire 7/25/2018 For updated information please see: HERE How big is the Ferguson Fire? The Ferguson Fire is currently nearing 40,000 acres. Where is the Ferguson Fire currently located? The Ferguson Fire is located to the north and south of Highway 140 between Mariposa and […]
Wildlife on a Yosemite Backpacking Trip: Should I Be Worried?
Wildlife on a Yosemite Backpacking Trip: Should I Be Worried? By: Juliet Ramirez & Scott Gehrman I was recently on a wilderness backpacking trip with Lasting Adventures in Yosemite National Park that felt like it couldn’t get any better. I was saying a heartfelt goodbye to my fellow hikers when we saw something running through […]
Youth Conditioning: Preparing your Child for a Summer Backpacking Trip in Yosemite
Youth Conditioning: Preparing your Child for a Summer Backpacking Trip in Yosemite By; Juliet Ramirez, Assistant Program Director The summer season is quickly approaching! The flowers are blooming, the bears are awake, and summer camp backpacking trips are right around the corner. This is an exciting time, and amidst that excitement, It is a great […]
Is Your Child Ready For A Backpacking Summer Camp?
Finding the right adventure summer camp in California can be daunting, but the first question you should ask yourself, is your child ready for a multi-day backpacking adventure? Hiking by waterfalls, campfires alongside a lake, and reaching the summit of a peak tend to gain much interest from those youths seeking adventure. The journey to […]
Take A Budget-Friendly, Relaxing Vacation This Year
The holidays are a great time, but they can also be very stressful. That’s why you need to take a small trip when you can. Going away even for just a few days can help you feel better. But how can you pay for it? A week-long trip sounds great, but the costs of flights, […]
#GivingTuesday and Beyond
#GivingTuesday and Beyond How Your Donation Can Help A Youth Experience Nature “Must we always teach our children with books? Let them look at the stars and the mountains above. Let them look at the waters and the trees and flowers on Earth. Then they will begin to think, and to think is the beginning […]
Yosemite Guided Tours You Can Conquer In 6 Hours!
We all know the mountains are calling, but sometimes you don’t have as much time to explore them as you would like. There are many reasons for having a time limit on your Yosemite hikes, dinner back at the campsite, tired little ones who can only go a half day or maybe you driving back […]
Yosemite Fall Backpacking: How To Backpack In The Rain
Fall Backpacking is a great time to get out on the trail. Crowds have gone down, temps are cooler and permits are abundant. For those reasons, Yosemite backpacking during this season is pure bliss! One of our most commonly asked questions though tends to be “What do you do if it rains?” Our typical answer […]
Top 5 Fall Hikes in Yosemite
It’s that time of the year again! The air is cool & crisp, the leaves are changing their shade and the crowds have slowly, but surely started to vacate Yosemite Valley. It’s Fall! While the summer months may be behind us the upcoming fall season presents a whole new Yosemite you’ve never seen before. Not […]
Rae Lakes Loop in Kings Canyon National Park
For the first time this season, Lasting Adventures is offering a brand new trip outside of Yosemite. Kings Canyon is located in the rugged High Sierra and has one of the most scenic landscapes of all our National Parks. Deep glaciated canyons, bald granite peaks and lush meadows are hallmarks of this superb wilderness, and […]
Yosemite Adventures: Top 30 Posts Of Summer 2017
With the summer coming to an end, it’s the perfect time to look back at the adventures that happened in Yosemite! One of our favorite things to do is to look back at the memories made in Yosemite with photos because Yosemite sure is photogenic. We decided the best way to send the summer off […]
Clouds Rest vs. Half Dome: Which One Should You Hike?
Of course, if we had our choice we would hike both no question. But alas, sometimes in life you simply cannot have it all. When choosing between 2 of Yosemite’s most iconic hikes, here is some information to take into account. A tough choice, but in the end you can’t go wrong as they both […]