Lawmakers
urge more Sierra logging:
Citing the recent California wildfires,
Republicans and a few Democrats
representing the state in Congress
warned this week that the Sierra
Nevada is dangerously overgrown
and urged ``common sense'' revisions
to a management plan for the forest.
Novemberr 29, 2003
Study:
Trash-eating bears at risk of death:
The habitat of Lake Tahoe bears
is not defined by their once-expansive
range high in the snowy Sierra Nevada
mountains or surrounding pine forests.
Here, the black bear's domain can
be measured in city blocks.
November 28, 2003
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High Sierra Library is a
collection of books, calendars, and
other literature relevant to recreation
in the Sierra Nevada. This month's
featured book is "John
Muir In His Own Words: A Book Of Quotations"
by John Muir and edited by Peter Browning.
Some of Muir's most memorable quotes
come from his journals, only part
of which have ever been published.
One way of finding many of Muir's
best quotes is available through this
1988 compilation by Peter Browning.
Each chapter reflects a particular
time period. For example, the first
chapter, "So Little a Time,"
reflects 1860-1869. The book ends
with a chapter reflecting some Muir
quotes from as late as 1920, published
quite a few years after his death.
If you like John Muir quotes, this
is the book for you.
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Thank you. Lost Valley Pack Station Services: Plan your next
vacation with us! Located near the John Muir Trail in the
heart of California's central High Sierras and John Muir Wilderness,
the Ross family of Lost Valley Pack Station have been providing
recreation services to California packers & backpackers
for over 70 years. Fly fishing is common on streams, rivers
and lakes of the High Sierra Nevada. Lost Valley Pack Station
offers a number of services for the Florence Lake area including
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area. The area is abundant with breathtaking high elevation
peaks, pristine alpine lakes, meandering streams and rivers,
passes and beautiful wildflower covered meadows. John Muir
Wilderness Area of the Sierra National Forest. Inyo National
Forest. Camping, hiking, and backpacking can be a wonderful
experience and great recreation in the High Sierra Nevada.
It borders the north end of Kings Canyon National Park and
is at the mid-way point of the famous John Muir Trail. There
are many popular trails and paths in the High Sierra. Peaks,
lakes, passes, trails, campsites, rivers, mountains. Below
is a listing of campgrounds. There are plenty of camping,
hiking, and backpacking locations in the High Sierra Nevada.
For more information on High Sierra Nevada camping, High Sierra
Topix message board. For more information on the John Muir
Trail, Mount Whitney, Evolution Valley, Mount Whitney Portal,
Lone Pine, Bishop, transportation services, Central Sierra
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Yosemite National Park and Mt. Whitney. Lost Valley Pack Station.
Rugged mountain terrain and trails with a guide to reach the
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geology, guided hikes and fishing excursions, etc. Explore,
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Lake also Jackass Meadows. Information and campgrounds near
the Muir Trail Ranch. Lost Valley Pack Station for discount
camping gear outfitters for the Sierra Nevada High Country.
The John Muir Wilderness Area and John Muir Trail from the
prominent naturalist founder of the Sierra Club. The wilderness
area is the most visited wilderness in California. In the
Central Sierra Nevada and encompasses both the Sierra and
Inyo National Forests. It has high peaks, deep canyons, beautiful
meadows, alpine streams and lakes. San Joaqine River and the
Kings River. The John Muir Trail, Pacific Crest Trail and
Sierra High Route. The long John Muir Trail runs through the
John Muir Wilderness Area. The trail runs between Mt. Whitney
and Lone Pine and the Yosemite Valley, the most beautiful
trails in the United States. The solitude on the John Muir
Trail keep backpacking enthusiasts coming back year after
year. The midway point of the John Muir Trail is the Muir
Trail Ranch. To learn more about The John Muir Wilderness
Area, the John Muir Trail, Muir the man. Overnight backpacking
trips, weekend backpacking trips, visitor permits are required
for the Sierra National Forest and John Muir Wilderness area,
Inyo National Forest, and Kings Canyon National Park. Permits
can be easily obtained at the Forest Service or Park Service
Ranger Station closest to the trailhead you have chosen. The
maximum group size is 15 people and 25 head of stock. Impact
on the Sierra Nevada ecosystem. It doesn't hurt to contact
the ranger district in advance to inquire about permit availability,
although availability is rarely a problem. Campfire Permits
You must have a campfire permit to use a stove, lantern, or
campfire outside a developed campground or recreation area.
The permit is your agreement to follow the campfire restrictions
and regulations in effect. Your permit is valid from the date
issued until the end of the calendar year; it may be used
in any National Forest in Northern California or in the Sierra
Nevada. Tips and useful information for your next trip into
the Backcountry. Hi-Tech Backcountry: How to pack a backpack:
Since you have to have a backpack. Fishing In The Sierra National
Forest. The Sierra National Forest is a popular destination
for anglers. Yosemite and the Whitney Portal store. The Forest
and other surrounding areas boast an abundance of large rivers,
high elevation creeks and lakes, and large reservoirs. Aquatic
habitat includes 1,800 miles of streams and nearly 500 lakes,
providing anglers with a wide variety of fishing and flyfishing
opportunities. Forest maps are available at Forest Service
offices in Clovis, North Fork, Pineridge, Trimmer, Minarets,
Clover Meadow, and High Sierra. California Department of Fish
and Game regulations prior to fishing. For campground reservation
information, call 877-444-6777 or TDD 877-833-6777, or visit
the ReserveUSA website.
Looking
for something in particular for your
next trip up to the mountains? Visit
the online Sierra Nevada Gear
Shop for all your outdoor gear
needs. Whether you're looking for
a backpack or compass, a tent or water
filter, you'll find whatever it is
you're looking for here!
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is a cool little program I came across
that can be useful in calculating
your pack weight. 
Found
this resource useful? Feel free to
save this image and link to this site:
http://www.sierrapacktrip.com
An
all inclusive, week long High Sierra
Nevada
wilderness program for persons and
their significant others age 55 and
over. Hiking, fishing, nature watching,
guest speakers, classes, hot springs,
good food, and great people. The High
Sierra Elderhostel progam was founded
with the highly active, highly motivated,
55+ age group in mind. If you fit
that description and would love to
spend some time in the Sierra Nevada
mountains having fun, take a look!
Visit
the most popular High Sierra message
board on the internet, High Sierra Topix! Are you seeking
first-hand advice or discussion about
adventures in the Sierra Nevada? Maybe
you're looking for a camping or backpacking
partner? Do you have a story or information
that others might enjoy or benefit
from? The High Sierra Topix message
board is the perfect place to meet
and interact with fellow lovers of
the "Range of Light"
