Sierra Rec Magazine Summer Adventure Edition 2022

SUMMER EDITION 2022

YOSEMITE SUMMER 2022 CAMPING UPDATE

SEVEN GREAT KAYAKING ADVENTURES IN THE SIERRA NEVADA

Backpacking Hyatt Lake in the Emigrant Wilderness

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SEVEN GREAT KAYAKING ADVENTURES IN THE SIERRA NEVADA

Traveling the scenic routes of the Sierra provides access to a variety of stunning lake fronts, add these to your bucket list and go play in the water.

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“GARLICOLOGY”

The Lure of Sierra Caviar Grows in Graeagle.

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An update on camping, entry, and backpacking in Yosemite National Park in 2022.

Like much of the Sierra Nevada, the Emigrant Wilderness is a land of endless granite landscapes carved out by glaciers and water over millions of years.

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SEVEN GREAT KAYAKING ADVENTURES IN THE SIERRA NEVADA

Backpacking Hyatt Lake in the Emigrant Wilderness

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BACKPACKING HYATT LAKE

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GREAT KAYAKING ADVENTURES IN THE SIERRA NEVADA FINDING THE PERFECT LAKE KAYAKING SPOT IN THE SIERRA is both easy and subjective. With so many accessible lakes to choose from it really comes down to identifying the personal preferences of both yourself and your traveling companions. Is it the location that makes it special or is it the people that are with you? Perhaps it is the lack of people and solitude that you seek. Do you like large lakes with miles of shoreline or do you prefer smaller lakes that allow you to just float and take in the scenery?

Traveling the scenic routes of the Sierra will definitely provide you access to a wide variety of lake fronts. So, if you have not tried one of these seven Sierra kayak adventures, add it to your bucket list and go play in the water.

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The Lake Tahoe Water Trail This seven segment adventure trail gives you both options, solitude, and the best views in entire west in our opinion. Find the secret coves , float over prehistoric boulders, water clarity of up over 100 feet and the rising granite and volcanic features that surround Lake Tahoe.

EXPLORE THE ROCKY SHORELINE OF LAKE TAHOE IN COMPLETELY CLEAR KAYAKS!

The Crystal Cove Tour is one of the newest experiences and offers an incredible paddle along the north shoreline of Lake Tahoe! This guided Clear Kayak tour will take guests along a tour path with an array of depths to explore beautiful sandy beaches, crystal clear coves and the iconic giant rocky boulders. *Please Note: Guests will not be permitted to exit the vessel during their experience. Pets are not permitted on tours from this location.

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Echo Lake Echo Lake is gateway to desolation wilderness is a fantastic morning kayak location near lake Tahoe. At times, afternoon winds can make this a difficult location late in the day. However, the western skyline looking into Desolation Wilderness, combined with the forest and manzanita bush shorelines make this a very relaxing paddle.

Duration: 1.5 Hours, Tour Type: Shoreline Tour, Vessel Type: Completely Clear Kayak, Level of Difficulty: Beginner, Limitations: Ages 6+, Pet Friendly: No, Departs From: (Check-In Location) Clearly Tahoe Shop 893 Tahoe Blvd., 800 Incline Village,

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Loon Lake – The Crystal Basin

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Silver Lake and Caples Lake – HWY 88 Silver Lake is a personal favorite of mine, as it is also the first lake I ever kayaked. A slower paced lake with islands, a large shoreline with granite and trees, lakeside waterfalls, and a rugged skyline to the east that makes sunrise or sunset kayaking spectacular.

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Union and Utica Reservoir – Ebbett’s Pass / Bear Valley These two lakes are a paradise for floating in the high country.

Easy access and no motorized boats on the lake,make Union and Utica great places to get away.

Not as well traveled as its neighbor Lake Alpine right off HWY 4, these two lakes are separated by the smallest of land bridges. Take your choice of floating through the granite walls with your dog, or enjoying a variety of bird watching all inclusive with great scenic peaks all around.

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If you have never visited the Crystal Basin on the west side of Desolation Wilderness. Located between Highway 50 and Interstate 80, this is a must-visit location. With crystal-clear waters that rival Lake Tahoe, Loon Lake is a summer paradise, boasting granite out crops, forest lined shores and a water way that actually combines into a second lake.

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Tenaya Lake Okay, we realize that Tenaya belongs on its own special list of places. But driving across Yosemite National Park it’s hard to deny Tenaya Lakes magic in making you feel so relaxed and yet insignificant at the same time. Paddling these pristine waters with the Cathedral range towering over your shoulder is a perfect afternoon adventure.

The loop of lakes has easy access and great views. Personally I just love June lake. Keep it simple and enjoy the horizon as you paddle from east to west into the Sierra front. Of course, with all the lakes so close, who is to say you shouldn’t hit all of them on a one day kayak bonanza.

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YOSEMITE CAMPGROUNDS Tent camping in Yosemite National Park

SUMMER 2022 CAMPING UPDATES

CAMPING YOSEMITE NATIONAL PARK

Are you considering a visit to Yosemite National Park in 2022? Several changes are in place for 2022 that can affect how you enjoy your stay

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RESERVATION IS REQUIRED to drive into Yosemite National Park during peak hours (6AM–4PM) from May 20 through September 30, 2022. If you have a campground reservation inside the park, a peak-hours reservation is not required.

Do not come to Yosemite without an overnight reservation if you are intending to stay overnight.

Same-day campground reservations are not available in the park.

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reservations are full from around April through September. You should make a reservation as early as possible. If you don’t have a reservation, you can try for a reservation one day in advance (May 20–September 30, 2022) at Camp 4 (tents only/no RVs or trailers).

Tap water and creek water: Campgrounds listed as having creek water have vault toilets (not regular restrooms). Campgrounds

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Reservations are required for all open campgrounds in 2022. There are no first-come, first-served campgrounds open.

OPEN IN 2022:

Wawona, Upper Pines, Lower Pines, North Pines, Camp 4, Hodgdon Meadow, Tamarack Flat, White Wolf, and Yosemite Creek Campgrounds should be open with reservations required.

CLOSED IN 2022: Tuolumne Meadows, Crane Flat, Bridalveil Creek, and Porcupine Flat Campgrounds.

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Showers will be available only at Curry Village beginning March 18, 2022. In normal circumstances, showers are available in Yosemite Valley at Curry Village and Housekeeping Camp.

Showers are not available elsewhere in the park.

Dump stations are available at Upper Pines Campground (all year), near Wawona Campground (summer only), and near Tuolumne Meadows Campground (summer only). No campsites in Yosemite have hook-ups of any kind.

RV campsites are available in most campgrounds.

Group campsites are normally available all year at Wawona Campground, and during summer at Hodgdon Meadow, Bridalveil Creek, and Tuolumne Meadows Campgrounds. Reservations are required.

Horse campsites are available during summer at Wawona, Bridalveil Creek (not in 2022), and Tuolumne Meadows (not in 2022) Campgrounds. Reservations are required.

Wood smoke: Emissions from campfires can degrade air quality in and near campgrounds. This is especially true at night and in early morning, when inversions trap and concentrate fine particles from those campfires near the ground, creating local conditions that are potentially unhealthy for sensitive individuals.

North Pines Campground: Yosemite is piloting a lottery system for North Pines Campground reservations for arrival dates from July 21 through September 14, 2022. Successful lottery applicants will have an opportunity to make a reservation for campsites in North Pines Campground during an early access period.

North and Lower Pines Campgrounds: The following North Pines sites will not be reservable for arrival dates from May 1 through June 30, 2022 due to potential flooding: 136, 200, 204, 206, 301-522.

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Rafting the Merced River as seen from the Swinging Bridge Yosemite’s Half

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Sites will be released as conditions permit. The following Lower Pines sites will not be reservable for arrival dates from May 1 through June 30, 2022 due to potential flooding: 27, 28, 29, 55, 62, 63, 64, 70. Sites will be released as conditions permit. Check back here for updates.

Camp 4: The lottery will continue in 2022 from May 20 through September 30, 2022.

Wawona Campground: Campground opening depends on completion of utility work Tamarack Flat, White Wolf, and Yosemite Creek Campgrounds will be available by reservation this summer.

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some point this spring. We’ll post a date here once we know it.

Tuolumne Meadows Campground is undergoing a major rehabilitation project and will remain closed in 2022 and 2023 (and possibly 2024, depending on weather/length of construction season).

Bridalveil Creek and Crane Flat Campgrounds will be closed in 2022 for rehabilitation.

ENTRANCE RESERVATIONS

A reservation will be required to drive into Yosemite National Park from May 20 through September 30, 2022, for those driving into the park between 6AM and 4PM. Driving through the

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park will also require a reservation if entering between 6AM and 4PM. The temporary reservation system will help manage congestion and provide a quality visitor experience while numerous key visitor attractions are closed for critical infrastructure repairs.

PEAK-HOURS RESERVATIONS

Seventy percent of reservations for all dates from May 20 through September 30, 2022, will be available on Recreationgov on March 23. Thirty percent of reservations will be available seven days before the arrival date (e.g., make a reservation for an arrival date of September 30 on September 23).

Reservations are available each day at 8AM Pacific time. Reservations are taken almost immediately. Be sure to have a Recreationgov account and be logged-in

and ready to get a reservation promptly at 8AM Pacific daylight time. There is a nonrefundable reservation fee is $2 (this does not include the $35-per-car park entrance fee). Each user can make one reservation for each three-day period. For example, if a user makes a reservation for a Friday arrival (valid Friday through Sunday), the user won’t be able to make a second reservation for an arrival that Friday, Saturday, or Sunday. The reservation holder must be in the arriving vehicle and show photo ID at the entrance station.

Peak-hours reservations are valid for three consecutive days (including arrival date).

additional reservation. You still pay the $35/car entrance fee upon arrival (credit card only) unless you have an annual or lifetime pass. Your reservation allows you to enter the park 24 hours per day for the duration of your reservation or for three days (whichever is longer).

If you have a wilderness permit, you may enter the park a day before the date on your wilderness permit to stay at a backpackers campground.

A Half Dome permit does not allow you to camp in Yosemite.

WILDERNESS OR HALF DOME PERMITS

If you enter the park on a Yosemite Area Regional Transportation System (YARTS) bus or with an authorized tour group, you do not need an additional reservation or permit.

If you have a wilderness permit reservation (for backpacking) or Half Dome permit, you do not need an

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Barac. ‘’That is why we are happy and proud that HIGHLANDER is finally coming to the American ground. America is a country of immense natural beauty and people who want a change in their lifestyle. That is why we are sure the long-distance hiking HIGHLANDER will be a total hit.”

“HIGHLANDER is a long-distance hiking adventure open to anyone who wants to push their limits while learning about sustainable living,” Barac added. “For the first �me, the HIGHLANDER event will take place in America, in Big Bear Lake, California, which exudes adventure and beau�ful landscapes. So I invite everyone to join us from the 27th of September and, make a change with us.

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Big Bear Lake, the jewel of the San Bernardino Na�onal Forest in Southern California, will serve as the inaugural U.S. loca�on for the interna�onally acclaimed HIGHLANDER event series from Sept. 27 to Oct. 2, 2022, as HIGHLANDER Adventure expands to America. HIGHLANDER Big Bear Lake will offer three different formats: HIGHLANDER (60 miles), a five-day journey; HIGHLANDER (30 miles), a three-day journey; and HIGHLANDER (15 miles), a weekend adventure.

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HIGHLANDER is truly a one-of-a-kind experience. During the HIGHLANDER hiking journey, each par�cipant connects with nature and starts to look at life from a different perspec�ve. The trail will test par�cipants, but they will conquer it, making new friends and using all five senses along the way. Since HIGHLANDER is not a race and there are no winners or losers, par�cipants — even perfect strangers — cheer each other on.

HIGHLANDER was founded in Croa�a in 2017 when friends Jurica Barac, Igor Mlinarevic and Andrej Mlinarevic decided to share their love and passion for long-distance hiking. It has since grown to become a global series in 15 countries, including Austria, France, Greece, Morocco, Slovenia, and the United Arab Emirates.

‘’Our vision is to mo�vate people to go hiking and thus change themselves for the be�er — in both mental and physical health,’’ said HIGHLANDER Adventure CEO and co-founder Jurica

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“Thanks to our global strategic partner Spartan Race, Visit Big Bear, and the HIGHLANDER team, who have been working on this venture for months to bring our ‘Adventure of a Life�me’ to America. See you on the trail!’’

Every HIGHLANDER event has its own iconic loca�on — from expansive deserts to snowy mountain tops, and from sandy dunes to lakes and pastures — appealing to modern nomads.

Par�cipants are encouraged to put down their smart phones and fully immerse themselves in nature, while joining the interna�onal HIGHLANDER community of hikers.

“HIGHLANDER is also a great way to meet like-minded people and socialize while on the trail,” Watson added.

“Even though I’m a solo hiker, other walkers are never far away and always happy to pause for a chat. The evenings are sociable affairs with trekkers sharing stories around a campfire. I’ve stayed in touch with many people I met on the trail and we’re already planning other

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Sleep Under the Stars at the Lodgepole Campground Nothing beats camping in a mountain forest, especially when you pitch your tent at Sequoia Na�onal Park’s 214-site Lodgepole Campground. This campground is at 6,700 feet beau�ful, but it’s convenient too—just two miles from the Giant Forest. Keep it carfree by taking a free summer shu�le that stops at the campground. And learn more about the park during ranger programs at Lodgepole’s amphitheater.

6 Summer Gems In Sequoia & Kings Canyon Discover Sequoia and See The Sierra Nevada Take a Drive Through a Kings Canyon From a Lo�y Overlook Fallen Giant Giant trees, deep canyons, and towering mountains: Sequoia & Kings Canyon Na�onal Parks encompass some of the most majes�c sights in California and anywhere in the world.

Ranging a remarkable 13,100 feet in eleva�on, Sequoia and Kings Canyon Na�onal Parks are where you’ll find the largest tree on the planet and 14,494-foot Mount Whitney—the highest peak in the Lower 48.

In the park’s northwest corner, drive along a narrow road from Grant Grove to a commanding perspec�ve of the Sierra Nevada atop 7,520-foot Panoramic Point. A short, paved trail leads to this overlook, which lives up to its name with sweeping views of Kings Canyon and Hume Lake. Hike along a 2.5-mile trail from the point to the s�ll-opera�onal Park Ridge Fire Lookout for a longer trek.

Back in the day, tunnels were cut into living giant sequoias and their cousins, coast redwoods, to create popular tourist a�rac�ons. These tunnels, however, weren’t suitable for the trees, and the prac�ce eventually fell out of favor. But in Sequoia Na�onal Park’s Giant Forest, you can s�ll drive through an opening in the Tunnel Log, the remains of a giant, 275-foot tree that tumbled down in 1937.

Behold the Largest Tree in the World Yes, there are taller trees. But when measured by volume, the General Sherman Tree is the biggest on the planet: 275 feet tall and with a stout, 36-foot-diameter base. You truly have to see it to believe it, and the General Sherman is easily reached via a short paved trail in Giant Forest. To view more nearby giants, try the two-mile Congress Trail, which leads to the stately President Tree.

Go Deep Inside the Sierra Nevada at Crystal Cave

You wouldn’t think much could compare to the giant trees and spectacular mountain views. But on tours with the Sequoia Parks Conservancy, you’ll enter subterranean chambers where delicate stalac�tes hang from the ceiling like stone icicles. Then, for the ul�mate adventure, crawl through narrow passages as you venture deep into the cavern on the Wild Cave Tour.

Climb to the Top of a Granite Dome The majes�c granite dome Moro Rock is Sequoia Na�onal Park’s counterpart to Yosemite’s iconic Half Dome. But while Half Dome demands a daun�ng 16-mile round trip, a more manageable 350-step stairway leads to Moro Rock’s 6,725-foot apex. Once you’ve made it, savor amazing views that stretch from the San Joaquin Valley to the snowcapped peaks of the Great Western Divide.

Consider making the Majes�c Mountain Loop to extend your trip to two more of California’s iconic na�onal parks. This non-stop photo opp i�nerary is perfect if you’ve got limited days to spend in the High Sierra but want to see as much as possible. It’s all laid out for you: On days one and two, take in Sequoia and Kings Canyon Na�onal Parks, and on day three, Yosemite. The trip includes five recommended points of interest at each park, so you can spend more �me talking about the scenery and less deciding where to go next.

An extraordinary underworld awaits park visitors at Crystal Cave.

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Backpacking Hyatt Lake in Emigrant Wilderness A Backpacking Adventure by Casey and Katy www.destinationhikers.com/

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ike much of the Sierra Nevada, the Emigrant Wilderness is a land of endless granite landscapes carved out by glaciers and water over millions of years. It is a place where the pines, cedars, and firs of the Stanislaus Na�onal Forest gradually thin as granite cliffs, mountain tops, and monoliths take over. For Bay Area residents like ourselves, the Emigrant is also one of the closest and most easily accessible wilderness areas to explore.

Backcountry permits are easy to obtain without much advanced no�ce, and trailhead access is straigh�orward. For these reasons, we’ve explored the Emigrant Wilderness every summer and fall since we started backpacking in 2018 Casey and I have a penchant for off-trail exploring and navigation, and the Emigrant is a granite wonderland perfectly suited to this endeavor. For this trip, we decided to explore several lakes in the southwestern portion of Emigrant. We planned our 32 mile “lollipop” route using AllTrails Pro, obtained our backcountry permit online,

and headed out early Friday morning at the beginning of October. Smoke from nearby wildfires didn’t deter us, as the air quality wasn’t terrible and we needed a good dose of adventure before the winter storms arrived.

The Crabtree Trail climbs gradually up a forested ridge for 2.5 miles to the easily accessible Camp Lake.

This is a popular spot for picnicking day hikers and swimmers alike.

The drive from San Jose to Pinecrest Lake is an easy 3 1/2 hours, with minimal traffic to contend with. My favorite part of any drive into the Sierra Nevada is the transition between oak woodland to incense cedar and pine. I always roll down the windows, crank up the classic rock, and breathe in the delicious scent of the forest. On Hwy 108, this transition occurs between the small towns of Twain Harte and Mi-Wuk Village. On this day, the air was crisp and we were excited to start our trek into the unknown.

From there, the trail descends into canyons and climbs ridges undulating in this familiar fashion for miles. As we hiked further into the Emigrant, more rock formations began to appear and the crowds thinned. In order to access the offtrail lakes for this trip, we headed south at Piute Meadow on a small connector trail to join up with the Bell Meadow trail near Groundhog Meadow (lots of meadows, I know!).

We peeled off our layers as the temperatures started to rise. The Bell Meadow Trail parallels the Crabtree Trail, and can create a variety of nice loops to explore. We chose to start our trip on the Crabtree Trail and return via Bell Meadow Trail for a change of scenery. Crabtree has more ups and downs and expansive views, while Bell follows a canyon, passes sheer cliffs and crosses through Pine Valley full of remnants of past wildfires. Both result in similar elevation changes.

Our route started at the Crabtree Trailhead, which is just east of Dodge Ridge Ski Area near Pinecrest Lake (and our son’s favorite fishing spot!). Once the pavement ended on Crabtree Road, we followed a nicely graded fire road past the horses of Aspen Meadow Pack Station to the trailhead parking area.

Heading east on the Bell Meadow Trail we climbed through a cool forest and descended into another canyon. We left the official “trail” at West Fork Cherry Creek, venturing down Louse Canyon. In the late spring and early summer, the rushing water along the creek creates gorgeous cascades for miles along this canyon. However at this time of year, only a few stagnant pools remained. We crossed the dry creek bed and climbed a steep, rocky slope up to beautiful Rosasco Lake. Here the colors of autumn were starting to show in the foliage framing the lake. We followed our route over another rise and eventually made our way down the granite terrain to Hyatt Lake for the night. On the way, I lost count of the many mounds of berry-filled bear scat we passed. This was alarming but not surprising, and we were prepared with our bear canister full to the brim.

an amazing sunset and sunrise the next morning.

Sunrise and Moonset under smoky skies over Hyatt Lake

Descent to Hyatt Lake We set up our tent on the beach and met two other backpackers, who were heading back to their camp on the opposite side of the lake with some freshly caught trout. The smoky skies made for

After a restful night, we hiked up the rocks to perhaps our favorite part of the trip. Referred to as the granite superhighway, there is this giant, smooth granite bowl between Hyatt and Big Lakes that empties into Cherry Creek Canyon. We stood in awe of the immensity of the “bowl”. After taking a ton of photos that wouldn’t do it any justice, we skirted around the upper flanks

to a notch where our route would take us over to Big Lake.

Climbing up the boulders, we were amazed to see horse poop, a sign that they too ventured along this steep path.

We were treated to more bear scat while passing Big Lake, eventually making our way over to the highlight of our trip: the historic Yellowhammer Camp.

Located 15 miles into the Emigrant Wilderness near Yellowhammer Lake, the existing Yellowhammer Camp was constructed in 1922 by Fred Leighton at the site of an old cow

camp cabin from the 1890s. Most of the buildings were made with local sugar pine logs and seemed to be in pretty good shape. They included a few small cabins, a barn, a hitching post, an outhouse, and various dilapidated items. There were remnants of recent visitors (Aspen Meadows Pack Station leads multiday horse packing trips out here), but on this day we had the entire place to ourselves. It was fun exploring the camp in such a remote area and it felt like a mini ghost town! After spending over an hour at the camp enjoying our snack lunch, we decided to do a little cross-country navigation over to Pingree Lake. This required some steep climbing in the heat of the day, but proved to be a fun adventure.

With our GPS and good sense of direction, we made our way up to Pingree Lake and enjoyed its cool water as the smoke from nearby wildfires closed in. As the smoke gradually began to thicken, we decided to make our way down towards Rosasco Lake for the night.

Donning neck gaiters over our faces, we followed a horse trail down to what we thought was our trail intersection, but we were wrong! We inadvertently found an unmarked “trail” that would ultimately lead back to the Bell Meadow trail, but that wasn’t in our plan so we backtracked. Luckily we found our original route and headed over to Rosasco Lake, only to find a large group of campers with some aggressively barking dogs at the only viable site. Wanting more privacy, we ventured along to a small tarn just below the lake and found a great spot for our tent. We soaked our tired feet in the cold water and happily ate our dinner.

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Because of the fire ban that summer, we couldn’t use any fuel sources to cook our meals. This was a perfect opportunity to experiment with cold soaked meals! For this evening, we had soaked brown “minute rice” with dehydrated black beans and a little taco seasoning for about an hour. We then added crushed bean chips and turkey jerky. It was surprisingly delicious!

cleared and we headed out early for our climb back down to Louse Canyon. We enjoyed the different scenery along the Bell Meadows trail, and found a few groves of yellowing aspen along the way. Trail engineers had carved stairs into the granite in a few sections, and we marveled at the high cliffs along the way. We crossed through the charred tree trunks of Pine Valley, which showed hopeful signs of regrowth after a devastating wildfire ripped through there in 2003.

At the trail junction, we turned north and climbed 500ft up a ridge to the intersection with Crabtree Trail, ultimately making our way back to the trailhead. Along the way we met a friendly older gentleman who was going out for 2-3 weeks with his fishing gear. Much respect!

Once back at the car, we changed our clothes, put our sore and tired feet in our trusty Crocs, and headed down the mountain. Having climbed nearly 5000′ over three days, we were proud of ourselves for adding yet another amazing trip to our memories.

Happy trails!

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GARLICOLOGY? THE LURE OF SIERRA CAVIAR GROWS IN GRAEAGLE What is Black Garlic?

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Black Garlic, for those like me who are not culinary wizards, is simply a clove of aged Garlic in a fermenta�on process. According to WebMD Compared to regular Garlic, Black Garlic has a smaller amount of allicin, the compound that gives regular Garlic some of its health benefits.

S�ll, it's rich in amino acids, phytonutrients, and an�oxidants. The fermenta�on process, however, changes the concentra�ons.

Graeagle Ca - When I stumbled upon the Pinecone Kitchen on Social channels, I must confess the first word that I said were "Black what?" It was just such an odd item to see come across my feeds. Black Garlic, as the post would claim, the "Caviar of the Sierra," is all the rage North of Truckee in the �ny town of Graeagle. I just had to learn more about this business and the people fermen�ng Garlic for 60 days and pumping its benefits.

What Do You Use Black Garlic For?

So early in March, my wife and I just happened to have a VRBO rented in Blairsden, and I reached out to Greg and Kayla, Owners of the Pine Cone Kitchen and ar�sans of Local Black Garlic, to see if they would be interested in speaking. Knowing that doing business on my anniversary getaway was a bad idea, I talked to Kayla briefly before our trip.

She set aside a sample of the Garlic for me at one of the local favorites, The Brewing Lair.

Photo of Greg and Kayla, owners of Pine Cone Kitchen and Garlicologists.

Crispy black Garlic tastes delicious on roasted chicken. Stews and casseroles: Mix Black Garlic with stews, soups, and riso�o to add a subtly sweet, umami flavor. S�r fry dishes: Add some to your home s�r fry or sprinkle a bit into a ramen dish. Speaking with Kayla and Greg, locals love to mash it up in bu�er as a spread on their bread or even mix it with cream cheese or other spreads for picnics outdoors along the river.

So Why Start a Black Garlic Business in Graeagle?

That is where this story becomes a bit interes�ng.

Kayla and Greg are from the Sacramento / Bay Area region in California. Kayla's family has had a cabin in Graeagle for over 50 years, and Greg and his

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Graeagle. Another great reason to visit. The Pine Cone Kitchen Black Garlic recipe is fermented for 60 days. Greg explains that most black Garlic on the shelves is only fermented for 9-12 days, so their garlic package is much higher in an�oxidant or an�microbial proper�es value.

Photo Credit – Scott Chandler Productions family would travel up for golf weekends and enjoy the mountains growing up in California. Four years ago, they were dining at a Ramon house in the bay area and discovered the secrets of Black Garlic. The fascina�on and experimenta�on with Black Garlic from there just developed.

The two met 13 years ago, and when the Covid-19 pandemic hit and shut down the world in 2020, it just happened they were in Kenya on a 21-day vaca�on to see family. Well, 21 days turned into eight months. Workplaces that used to require daily commutes became remote workplaces, and when travel windows opened, Greg and Kayla decided to pack it all up and work remotely from the mountains. The choice was

obvious to live in Graeagle.

Life in Graeagle took a minor adjustment from the ci�es. Life pre�y much closes down in the mountain town at 6 pm most of the year. Greg and Kayla, between trips to the river with friends and nights at a local brewpub, started to hatch a plan.

"One night, we were out with friends at the Kno�y Tavern, and a plan hatched to start fermen�ng their Black Garlic brand under The Pine Cone Kitchen" "It's not the first thing ever conceived at the Kno�y Pine," Greg would add.

Sourcing the Garlic To start, Greg and Kayla became YouTube Students on the process of Ageing Garlic. They developed a preferred taste for fermen�ng �melines and started sourcing locally grown Garlic. A�er crea�ng their first batches, they started offering it as a garnish to Bloody Mary's at a local establishment and then got a booth at the local farmers market in Graeagle.

The Demand has grown significantly over the past year to the point where Greg and Kayla had to pull back the distribu�on chains for a bit to get a be�er distribu�on plan. For now, the Black Garlic sensa�on of Graeagle is only available in

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The Longer fermen�ng process also slows down produc�on and requires them to manage the buying process of local garlic sources closely. When I asked about the next steps, I was thrown for another loop. "Next step is to forage for our wild garlic in the Sierra," says Greg.

Wild Garlic? Is that a real thing?

I asked. Well, low and behold, it is actually a real thing. Between March and June or a�er the snow melts in the mountains, Wild Garlic is indeed in some mountain areas. Greg has

learned that it is indeed possible to find wild Garlic in Plumas County through a friend. Greg is looking forward to discovering where and the challenge of that adventure in 2022.

Speaking of Adventure Greg and Kayla are a great couple. Moving to the mountains was a significant life change. They and their friends like to get together for what they call Adventure Picnics on the Feather River. Of Course, they are in charge of bringing the Fresh Garlic Spreads. Creek life in the mountains, Longboarding on rela�vely quiet roads most of the year, and mee�ng new friends at the local farmers market or down at one

of the local breweries such as Ronin Brewery or the Brewing Lair is just what life requires in the mountains.

We love the serenity of Mountain life. Living where everyone else vaca�ons is just extraordinary, says Kayla.

Kayla Burton, co-owner of Pine Cone Kitchen For now, The Pine Cone Kitchen and its infamous Black Garlic concoc�ons will stay local in Graeagle. But as with many such mountain passions, it has legs to grow and inspire others looking to fulfill a dream of passion and mountain life.

Pinecone Kitchen Just recently published their website at https:// pineconekitchen.wordpress.com/

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Adventure Elopement takes over the Sierra

eet Irina and Blake

Irina and Blake, a graduate from San Diego State, reside in the Carson Valley just East of South Lake Tahoe, and are familiar with the destination lifestyle. Growing up in the mountains, Blake loves to ski and climb around the Tahoe region, and Irina is a past travel agency agent who loves the world's mountain and adventure locations and is a seasoned professional photographer.

Planning and coordinating weddings in the Lake Tahoe area has a learning curve. But, Irina was up to the task. Learning all she could about permits, locations, and logistics of the area before setting the course and landing their first adventure wedding in 2022. A great couple from Australia that dreamed of a Lake Tahoe Wedding in the Mountains.

Getting Started has not been without its challenges; logistically, wedding parties have to park, crowds in some locations need to disperse, and the officials need to be on script.

Problem-solving 101 for Blake and Irina. They have mapped out the perfect spots to limit crowds and learned the secrets of local and regional travel. As for the officials for elopement weddings, Blake became the trained minister of adventure that Irina always dreamed of having.

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In 2020 with all that the world would throw at brides and grooms that caused so much stress, many brides sought alternatives to wedding venues and the experts who could help them have a stress-free, beautiful location wedding. The idea of location weddings is not a new novelty. For centuries couples have explored weddings in every corner of the earth. In the Sierra, we see

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• Tahoe Blue - A Sailing wedding on Lake Tahoe is Perfect weddings in Yosemite, Death Valley, Sky • Diving, and backwood cabin resorts, and the Shores of Lake Tahoe. However, many of these excursions are either exclusive, expensive, or • drowning in logistical and paperwork nightmares. Enter in "Elopement Adventures"

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Stress-Free Planning There is a reason that Irina and Blake have successfully launched Adventure Elopements. Stress-free planning for the bride and the entire party at an affordable price.

"Planning can be really stressful! But hey, we are here to guide you through every step. Whether it's a question about your marriage license, travel planning, appropriate attire, and hairstyle recommendation, or tips on staying warm and having the best time of your life. We are here to make your dream elopement come true!"

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Living in the Sierra Nevada on their ranch, Blake and Irina Love to get out and explore. Kayaking, climbing, skiing, and paddle boarding fill their free time when they are not chasing off the bears or planning another elopement adventure wedding.

This mountain lifestyle business gives them complete authority in helping you discover the perfect location for that Adventure wedding of your dreams.

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Big Bear Lake to Host Highlander HIGHLANDER Expands to U.S. International hiking adventure company brings unique, multi-day event to America BIG BEAR LAKE, Calif. — A once sought-after destination during the California Gold Rush will now become a true gold mine for hikers who are ready to test their physical limits and live in perfect harmony with nature over several days.

Big Bear Lake, the jewel of the San Bernardino National Forest in Southern California, will serve as the inaugural U.S. location for the internationally acclaimed HIGHLANDER event series from Sept. 27 to Oct. 2, 2022, as HIGHLANDER Adventure expands to America. HIGHLANDER Big Bear Lake will offer three different formats: HIGHLANDER (60 miles), a five-day journey; HIGHLANDER (30 miles), a three-day journey; and HIGHLANDER (15 miles), a weekend adventure.

HIGHLANDER is truly a one-of-a-kind experience.

During the HIGHLANDER hiking journey, each participant connects with nature and starts to look at life from a different perspective. The trail will test participants, but they will conquer it, making new friends and using all five senses along the way. Since HIGHLANDER is not a race and there are no winners or losers, participants — even perfect strangers — cheer each other on.

HIGHLANDER was founded in Croatia in 2017 when friends Jurica Barac, Igor Mlinarevic and Andrej Mlinarevic decided to share their love and passion for long-distance hiking. It has since grown to become a global series in 15 countries, including Austria, France, Greece, Morocco, Slovenia, and the United Arab Emirates. ‘’Our vision is to motivate people to go hiking and thus change themselves for the better — in both mental and physical health,’’ said HIGHLANDER Adventure CEO and co-founder Jurica Barac. ‘’That is why we are happy and proud that HIGHLANDER is finally coming to the American ground. America is a country of immense natural beauty and people who want a change in their lifestyle. That is why we are sure the long-distance hiking HIGHLANDER will be a total hit.

“HIGHLANDER is a long-distance hiking adventure open to anyone who wants to push their limits while learning about sustainable living,” Barac added. “For the first time, the HIGHLANDER event will take place in America, in Big Bear Lake, California, which exudes adventure and beautiful landscapes. So I invite everyone to join us from the 27th of September and, make a change with us.</p> “Thanks to our global strategic partner Spartan Race, Visit Big Bear, and the HIGHLANDER team, who

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have been working on this venture for months to bring our ‘Adventure of a Lifetime’ to America. See you on the trail!’’</p> In 2021, Spartan, the world’s leading endurance sports and extreme wellness brand, recognized HIGHLANDER’s potential as a strategic partner, paving the way to bring this unique, long-distance adventure-hiking event to the U.S. The vision, mission and values shared by these two brands come from the same core: building mental and physical toughness to bring about positive lifestyle changes.</p> ''Spartan’s partnership with HIGHLANDER allows us to encourage even more people around the world to participate in physically demanding activities that they think are beyond their reach,'' said Spartan Race founder and CEO Joe De Sena. “This is about finding our limits and then pushing past them.”</p> Every HIGHLANDER event has its own iconic location — from expansive deserts to snowy mountain tops, and from sandy dunes to lakes and pastures — appealing to modern nomads.

of hikers.

"The HIGHLANDER approach strikes the perfect balance between guided trek and self-sufficient expedition,” said Peter Watson, acclaimed travel writer, photographer and HIGHLANDER ambassador. “With many logistics taken care of, I can enjoy all the freedom that comes with trekking independently but with the added bonus of carrying less weight and not worrying about meals, gas supply, route planning or searching for suitable campsites every day. Instead, I just focus on the trail ahead and enjoy the scenery. <p>“HIGHLANDER is also a great way to meet likeminded people and socialize while on the trail,” Watson added. “Even though I'm a solo hiker, other walkers are never far away and always happy to pause for a chat. The evenings are sociable affairs with trekkers sharing stories around a campfire. I’ve stayed in touch with many people I met on the trail and we’re already planning other HIGHLANDER treks."

About HIGHLANDER Founded in 2017 in Croatia, HIGHLANDER is a global hiking event series in 15 countries. The non-competitive, multi-day hikes visit some of the most breathtaking and iconic mountains in the world. As a brand, HIGHLANDER stands for Participants are encouraged to put down their smart nature preservation and education on respecting phones and fully immerse themselves in nature, while nature and healthy living. joining the international HIGHLANDER community SIERRA REC MAGAZINE 31 SUMMER EDITION 2022

100 Years of Family Magic Evergreen Lodge in Yosemite National Park Continues Celebrating100 Years Of Family Adventures SIERRA REC MAGAZINE 32 SUMMER EDITION 2022

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You know this place if you have ever driven to Hetch Hetchy Reservoir for a day hike or backpack trip. But did you know that for 100 years, it has been the secret sauce for family magic in Yosemite National Park? Hidden down the back road of HWY 120 north of Buck meadows and before the West Gates of Yosemite Park, Evergreen Lodge still stands today as a place for families and adventurers to unplug & enjoy the simple lifestyles and vacation treasures of the Sierra.

Founded in 1921, the Evergreen Lodge has a storied past intimately tied to Yosemite. The Evergreen Lodge has been a vibrant part of the Yosemite landscape. The lodge was initially developed to facilitate the building of the O’Shaughnessy Dam in Hetch Hetchy Valley.

Though no definitive records exist, spoken history indicates that the Evergreen was founded by a man who worked on the Hetch Hetchy Railroad. That railroad was principally built to haul people and materials to and from the Hetch Hetchy dam construction site. The Evergreen was a post office, restaurant, and general store in the early years.

Lore has it that moonshine was brewed in the lodge’s basement during Prohibition.

A lot has changed since Evergreen first opened in 1921. Fortunately, much has remained the same.

As in the old days, the Evergreen is still a meeting spot for all walks of life to come and enjoy a classic Yosemite experience. However, these days you will be just as likely to enjoy the company of an international tourist as that of a Park Ranger, rock climber, or local resident.

From its humble start in the early 1920s, the Evergreen has matured into what Frommer calls “The classic Yosemite experience,” where you can escape to your own comfy cabin in the woods. Today you’ll find 88 cabins scattered throughout 20 acres of towering pines. Each cabin with its own balcony creates a sense of privacy yet is within easy reach of the central plaza, tavern, and recreation areas. Wandering through the Evergreen, you’ll discover all sorts of surprise diversions for play or relaxation – hammocks, horseshoes, bocce, and zip lines, to name a few. Everything here is thoughtfully maintained to provide a sense of connection to nature, wilderness, and history.

While still affording you the modern creature comforts and respecting the surrounding natural resources.

In 2022 Evergreen Lodge awakens fIn 2022 Evergreen Lodge awakens from all that the world has thrown at in the past two years to celebrate with its visitors worldwide, 100 years of great adventure and outdoor lifestyle. They will celebrate by throwing shade at its past and looking to the future. A destination focused on its place in mentoring

youth and preserving the qualities that make this section of the world so special.

their lives and realize their fullest potential.

Impacting the Youth

The outdoors in general, and places like Yosemite in particular, should be accessible to everyone.

YOUTH PROGRAM Behind the scenes, Evergreen operates a fully self-fund employment program serving highpotential young adults from urban backgrounds. The Youth work in various departments at the lodge as paid seasonal interns.

Leaving the city behind for a mountain lifestyle, not only do they learn a specific trade, they are also able to live in a supportive community and enjoy outdoor experiences that challenge, motivate and inspire them. During their nonwork hours, Evergreen interns receive assistance from full-time program staff in planning their next career and educational steps.

Evergreen Lodge’s commitment to youth stems from two central beliefs: Supportive employment can help young people build momentum in

The Evergreen Youth employment program is an essential part of the magic discovered at Evergreen.

Guests can feel good knowing that they are helping young people gain the experience they would not otherwise have access to by staying with the lodge.

Interesting tidbits from the 20’s: In 1921 America was rolling through the Roaring 20’s.

Prohibition was in full swing, which set the stage for Speakeasy culture, bad booze and creative cocktails.

The President at the time was a waffle fanatic.

Out-of-work bartenders and celebrities like Ernest Hemingway were fleeing to Cuba for fun.

Dancing the Charleston decked out in Flapper regalia was all the rage.

In 2001, the Evergreen was sold to the current owners, Brian Anderluh, Dan Braun & Lee Zimmerman. They have since renovated the lodge and added 75 new cabins and communal buildings.

Our family had the best time at Evergreen. The kids had so much fun meeting other kids, playing in the woods, and interacting with your staff.

We played games, took hikes, roasted marshmallows, actually talked at dinner, and felt like a family for the first time in a long while. Thank god for places like the Evergreen – sign me up for next year.”

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Discover the Perfect Yosemite National Park Itinerary

Discover Hetch Hetchy With the Evergreen lodge located just 1 mile from the gates of Yosemite and a short 5-minute drive to the parking area near O’Shaughnessy Dam, Discovering Hetch Hetchy and all its recreational opportunities is a must-see on your stay. The Hetch Hetchy Valley is one of Yosemite’s hidden jewels.

Formed millions of years ago by water and glacial erosion, this stunning valley (half the size of Yosemite Valley) was described by naturalist John Muir as “a grand landscape garden, one of Nature’s rarest and most precious mountain temples.” Yet, Hetch Hetchy has always been overshadowed by its twin sister, Yosemite Valley. And since the Hetch Hetchy area remains a serene and uncrowded oasis, Visitors are constantly surprised and impressed by the beauty of Hetch Hetchy.

The IDEAL YOSEMITE ROAD TRIP ITINERARY is enhanced with a stay at Evergreen. This four-day adventure calendar is plush with fantastic destinations and a great outdoor summer pool experience.

FUN AT THE LODGE With your scenic drive to Yosemite in the rearview mirror, it’s time to settle in at the lodge and let the good times roll!

Forest Disc Golf Stretch your legs on our nine-hole disc golf course that’s beginner-friendly and easy to navigate. There’s both an expert and a novice level of play to choose from, conveniently located just across the road from the Main Lodge Restaurant and Tavern. The entire course takes under an hour to play, lending itself perfectly for a quick and easy game while breathing in that fresh mountain air.

Pool Time The 2,000-square-foot swimming pool provides ample space for adults and children to relax and refresh after a long day in the car. The pool bar is open for good, clean fun, with social distancing and enhanced protocols. Relax poolside with your party in the shade of one of our umbrellas or catch some sun rays.

Dinner Poolside IIn fair weather months, we serve up classic bar-b-que poolside. Visit our Pool Bar page for updates to menu offerings.

Hetch Hetchy is a beautiful place to recreate. The valley is home to a number of permanent and seasonal waterfalls, including mighty Wapama Falls (1,300 ft) and beautiful Tueeulala Falls (800 ft).

S’mores & Stargazing As the sun begins to set, enjoy our nightly tradition of complimentary s’mores by our outdoor fire pits, and watch the night sky begin to reveal a spectacular display of stars, unlike anything you’ll ever see among bright city lights.

YOSEMITE CABINS & CUSTOM CAMPING Guests at Evergreen mountain resort stay in various attractive cabins scattered throughout our 20-acre property. Situated among towering pines, spacious cabins allow couples, families, and individual travelers alike to enjoy nature in comfort.

The cabins are warmly furnished and feature comfy beds with feather pillows, air conditioning units, historic artwork, Alexa Devices for in-room entertainment and music, gourmet coffee brewers, electric kettles, and private decks, and more. Or enjoy the best of camping hassle-free in a Custom Camping site.

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Many hiking trails originate from the dam, offering various options, from easy hikes to strenuous backpacking excursions. The easy 2.5-mile (each way) trail to Wapama Falls is a favorite for adults and children alike. This trail, which runs through a rock tunnel and then along the north side of the reservoir, allows visitors to experience the true power and majesty of the Hetch Hetchy waterfalls.

400′ tall dam, this opportunity is not to be missed. The true scale of this massive monolith cannot be appreciated until you’ve peered over the barrier to the river below (vertigo sufferers, beware!). The dam is imposing when you consider that it was built in the early 20th century and was among the most significant civil engineering projects, second only to the Panama Canal.

Be sure to book one of Evergreen’s guided recreation and activities programs, which include fly-fishing trips for all levels, hikes throughout the park, bike trips (the road biking around here is excellent), naturalist-led Yosemite tours, happy-hour sunset tours, massage therapy, and a variety of evening activities.

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