SAMPLE NOVEMBER RECREATION & ACTIVITIES

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1 SAMPLE NOVEMBER RECREATION & ACTIVITIES Subject to changing conditions stop by the Recreation Desk during your stay for updates (209)

2 GUIDED RECREATION & WELLNESS TOURING & HIKING Yosemite Valley & Glacier Point Tour (with Optional Hike) This spectacular, wide-ranging tour takes you high above the Yosemite Valley floor to stunning Glacier Point, where you ll enjoy unparalleled Yosemite views. You then continue on to a memorable Valley tour, visiting impressive waterfalls, scenic vistas and other attractions. You ll have the option to enjoy a self-guided hike down the famous Four Mile Trail to the Valley floor, where we ll pick you up and continue our tour. Offered most days subject to Glacier Point Road conditions, Offered most days, 9am-5pm, $115 adults, $70 kids. Range of Light Yosemite Valley Naturalist Tour The Range of Light is what John Muir called the Sierra Nevada mountain range. At no time is this more evident then during the fall months when crisp, clean light bathes the scenery. Let us do the driving while you focus your attention on this stunning light and the beauty and grandeur of Yosemite Valley during our guided naturalist tour. Our tour showcases the Valley s most famous and impressive wonders, as well as its hidden secrets, and gives you insight into John Muir s legacy. Offered most days after Glacier Point Road closes for the season, 9am-3pm, $90 adults, $60 kids Wonders of Yosemite Naturalist Tour Let us do the driving while you enjoy the beauty and grandeur of Yosemite during our unique combination Yosemite Valley and Giant Sequoia guided naturalist tour. This two-in-one full day tour offers an unparalleled Yosemite experience, and includes a modest 2½ mile round trip walk through old growth forest to the majestic Sequoia grove. Offered most days, 9am-5:30pm, $115 adults, $70 kids Hetch Hetchy Wapama Falls Naturalist Hike Explore Yosemite s hidden gem. Hetch Hetchy is a dramatic, crowd-free jewel a smaller version of Yosemite Valley, complete with domes, waterfalls and an idyllic, serene feel. You ll learn about Hetch Hetchy s long and storied history on our gentle hike among granite, creeks and small meadows to beautiful 1,000-foot Wapama Falls, with its two-tiered falls tumbling into the Hetch Hetchy Reservoir. Offered most days, (subject to Hetch Hetchy trail reopening) 10am-2pm, $70 adults, $45 kids

3 GUIDED RECREATION & WELLNESS Owl Prowl Naturalist Hike Join us for a beautiful 2 mile round trip hike from the lodge through secluded old growth forest in search of the magnificent Great Gray Owl and other forest friends at twilight. We ll also explore Evergreen s historical roots while enjoying the fall colors at sunset. This walk is a guide and guest favorite and is a great way to settle into lodge life upon your arrival and get to know our guides and the beauty and history of the area. Offered most days, 3-5:30pm, $35 adults, $20 kids

4 GUIDED RECREATION & WELLNESS SNOWSHOEING Giant Sequoia Guided Snowshoe Walk Experience the beauty of a snow covered Yosemite and the majesty of the Giant Sequoias on this 3-mile round trip snowshoe adventure. The stunning contrast of white snow against the reddish bark of the sequoias, the largest living species on earth, is like nothing you have ever seen. Our guides will share with you knowledge about the Park and the sequoias and will help make sure your snowshoe experience is fun and inspiring! Offered most days, 9am-1:30pm, $75 adults, $50 kids. Wonders of Yosemite Naturalist Hike and Tour Let us do the driving while you enjoy the beauty and grandeur of Yosemite during our unique combination Yosemite Valley and Giant Sequoia guided naturalist tour. This two-in-one full day tour offers an unparalleled Yosemite experience, and includes a modest 2½ mile round trip walk through old growth forest to the majestic Sequoia grove. Offered most days, 9am-5:30pm, $115 adults, $70 kids AVAILABILITY OF SNOWSHOEING TRIPS IS SUBJECT TO SNOW CONDITIONS PHOTO TOURS Full Day Photo Workshops & Half Day Photo Shoots Join professional photographer, biologist and naturalist Robb Hirsch on a private customized photography expedition. A variety of trips can be planned based on the goals and abilities of the participant(s). Trips are suited for moderate to advanced amateurs who want to improve their photography skills and shoot in some of the most beautiful and lesser known locations in and outside of Yosemite. Advance reservation required, see Photo Tour trip outline for pricing and details MASSAGE Therapeutic Massage After a hard day of play in the great outdoors, enjoy an indulgent full body massage by our certified massage therapist, who offers a blend of traditional European modalities as well as shiatsu, sports massage, deep tissue massage, reflexology and therapeutic relaxation massage. Chair massage is also available selected evenings. Advance reservation required. 30, 60 & 90 minute sessions available RENTALS, ETC. Mountain Stroller & Toddler Running Bike Rentals

5 OTHER ACTIVITIES Snowshoe & Trekking Pole Rentals Daypack, Binocular & GPS Device Rentals Portable DVD Player Rentals & DVD Lending Library Onsite Geocaching Circuit & Onsite Nature Trail Visit the Recreation Center for more information VISIT THE RECREATION CENTER ACTIVITY DESK FOR TRIP DETAILS & TRIP SIGN UPS HOMEMADE SANDWICHES & SALADS ARE AVAILABLE IN THE GENERAL STORE FOR YOUR GUIDED TRIPS OR SELF-GUIDED ADVENTURES

6 OTHER ACTIVITIES AFTERNOON & EVENING ACTIVITIES Monday Nature Crafts: 3-5pm, Tuolumne Hall Movie: 8pm, Tuolumne Hall Tuesday Bingo & Yosemite Trivia: 7-7:30pm, Recreation Center Wednesday Specialty Crafts: 3-5pm, Recreation Center. See rec board for today s craft ($10) Movie: 8pm, Tuolumne Hall Thursday Intro to Yosemite: 6-6:30pm, Recreation Center. Join our knowledgeable naturalists for information about our favorite hikes, advice on the best sights to see and directions to our local treasures. Get updated weather and road conditions as well as details on guided hikes and tours available during your stay! Ghost Stories Fireside: 7-7:30pm, Outdoor Fireplace Friday Nature Crafts: 3-5pm, Tuolumne Hall Intro to Yosemite: 6-6:30pm, Recreation Center. See details in Thursday s schedule. Bingo & Yosemite Trivia: 7-7:30pm, Recreation Center S mores: 7-8pm, Outdoor Fireplace Saturday Tie Dye! 3-5pm, Coyote Hill ($10, includes logo tee shirt buy at Rec Desk) Intro to Yosemite: 6-6:30pm, Recreation Center. See details in Thursday s schedule. S mores: 7-8pm, Coyote Hill Featured Presentation: Rim Fire 2013, 8pm, Tuolumne Hall. Sunday Nature Crafts: 3-5pm, Tuolumne Hall Movie Ken Burns Documentary: National Parks America s Best Idea:

7 OTHER ACTIVITIES 8pm, Tuolumne Hall NOTE: Activities are complimentary except as noted. Activities vary a bit week to week. Please checkrec boards for latest nightly activities plan. DURING THANKSGIVING WEEK THERE IS A DIFFERENT HOLIDAY RECREATION & ACTIVITY SCHEDULE