Technology will afford prospective guests of Yosemite’s High Sierra Camps the opportunity to apply for the annual lodging lottery on the Internet for the upcoming 2010 season. more >

California’s first ski resort, Yosemite's Badger Pass Ski Area, will open on Saturday, December 20 for downhill skiing, snowboarding and cross-country skiing.  more >

The Curry Village ice rink in Yosemite National Park is one of the last remaining outdoor ice skating venues still operating in California.  After much anticipation, it opened Thursday, November 27, on Thanksgiving Day, for the holidays and the 2008 -2009 winter season. more >

A new series showcasing a variety of artistic mediums continues this weekend at The Ahwahnee, Yosemite Valley’s grand, historic national landmark hotel.  Designed to share the wealth of regional artistic talent with park guests, the third monthly exhibition of “Artisans at The Ahwahnee” commences Friday with a display of stunning photographs taken by Groveland resident Robb Hirsch.  The artist’s works will be on display and available for purchase from 12pm to 6pm on Friday and Saturday, concluding the same hours on Sunday, February 17. more >