Bear Country

April 13-16, 2005:
Our early spring trip to Yosemite country was instantly filled with unexpected great experiences right from the start. From snowing on the granite mountains and falls to close encounters with black bears awakening from their winter hibernation. The colors of transitioning seasons of winter and spring were simply breathtaking. We later continued beyond Yosemite through Chinese Camp, Jamestown, Columbia, Sonora, Angels Camp, Napa Valley, and San Francisco.

Wednesday, April 13, 2005

Hallelujah!

11:38 AM: We waited it out inside the car once we got to the Valley. We've just driven out to our site in Lower Pines and have started setting up camp fast, now that the snow has cleared and half a sun is peaking out. The ground is muddy, but it's certainly better than snow. Will this hold up in the cold wind tonight?