Yosemite National Park is famous for its granite walls, roaring waterfalls, and giant sequoias — but its wildlife is just as iconic. From black bears shuffling through meadows to mule deer grazing at dawn, Yosemite is home to an incredible variety of animals that thrive in its forests, rivers, and high-country wilderness. Whether you’re joining…
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It’s new, it’s fascinating, and sometimes it’s scary. Artificial Intelligence, or AI for short, has been in the headlines for years, raising ethical questions about its applications and the effect it will have on the world. This got me thinking. If AI is a composite of the information it is being fed from various sources,…
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As we wrap up another incredible year of guiding, we’re proud to reflect on how far we’ve come — and to look ahead at what’s next. From deep forests to granite summits, our adventurers have pushed limits, discovered wonder, and formed lasting memories. Our guides led hundreds of guests through some of the nation’s most…
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Another unforgettable Summer Camp season is in the books, and we couldn’t be prouder of the experiences, growth, and community we shared in 2025. From rugged coastlines to towering granite peaks, 370 youth adventurers joined us in exploring wild spaces, gaining confidence, and building lifelong memories. Here’s a look back at the highlights, milestones, and…
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If you’re planning a trip to Yosemite National Park, late summer 2025 may be your best window in years. As someone who has been guiding in Yosemite for over three decades, I can confidently say this season offers a rare combination of beauty, tranquility, and accessibility that’s not to be missed. Why Late Summer Is…
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From mountain peaks to ocean depths, Anna Stumpf is a guide who knows how to explore it all. With a Master’s degree in Hydrology and Water Security, multiple certifications (WFR, ski instructor, scuba instructor ), and an infectious enthusiasm for wild places, Anna brings both heart and science to every trip she leads. Hometown: Enumclaw,…
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Say hello to one of our newest guides, Chris Buckman — an experienced adventurer, educator, and all-around outdoors enthusiast who’s been guiding in various capacities for over a decade! Whether it’s rafting wild rivers or hiking iconic trails, Chris brings a passion for nature and people wherever he goes. Hometown: Moberly, Missouri Guiding Experience: 10…
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Meet Jack Curran — a big-wall-climbing, doom-metal-marching, breakfast-cooking desert dreamer with a serious passion for sharing the wild with others. How Jack Got Outdoorsy Jack grew up climbing trees and stomping puddles in rural Texas. After high school, unsure of what came next, he took a NOLS course—and it lit a fire . That spark…
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Meet Maggie McCann, a 23-year-old guide whose roots in the Oregon Cascades planted the seeds for a life of adventure and connection in the outdoors. With a degree in Environmental Earth & Soil Science from Cal Poly San Luis Obispo and a WFR certification, Maggie brings both heart and knowledge to every trail she treads.…
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