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Sequoia-Kings Canyon Updates

Bahwell Saloon: The first saloon in Three Rivers is recreated

January 14, 2021 By John Elliott 8 Comments

    The Three Rivers Historical Society has added a new historical reproduction to its collection of outdoor display items. Currently displayed outdoors, on the property just west of the museum, are two vintage fire engines, Pat O' Connells tow … [Read more...] about Bahwell Saloon: The first saloon in Three Rivers is recreated

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Sequoia and Kings Canyon’s new superintendent speaks

December 23, 2020 By John Elliott 1 Comment

Sequoia and Kings Canyon

There will never be another opportunity to make a first impression When Clay Jordan was named superintendent of Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks three months ago, and the Castle Fire was threatening Garfield Grove and much of the southern portion of … [Read more...] about Sequoia and Kings Canyon’s new superintendent speaks

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Interior Secretary pick would be first Native American to hold the post

December 22, 2020 By Sarah Elliott 1 Comment

Interior Secretary pick would

A New Mexico congresswoman is President-elect Biden’s selection to lead the Interior Department. If confirmed by the U.S. Senate, U.S. Representative Debra Haaland, a Democrat, would make history by becoming the first Native American to head the Interior and … [Read more...] about Interior Secretary pick would be first Native American to hold the post

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Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks: A winter update

December 17, 2020 By Sarah Elliott Leave a Comment

Sequoia and Kings Canyon National

In the wee hours of Monday, December 21, the winter solstice will arrive, marking the start of winter in the Northern Hemisphere. This will also be the day with the fewest hours of daylight of the year. After the winter solstice, days start becoming longer and … [Read more...] about Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks: A winter update

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Campground closure in effect at Sequoia-Kings Canyon National Parks, Sequoia and Inyo National Forests

December 10, 2020 By Sarah Elliott Leave a Comment

Campground closure in effect

In accordance with California's current Regional Stay-at-Home Order of December 3, 2020, and to assist with slowing the spread of COVID-19, the National Park Service is closing campgrounds in Sequoia-Kings Canyon National Parks (and other California parks). … [Read more...] about Campground closure in effect at Sequoia-Kings Canyon National Parks, Sequoia and Inyo National Forests

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Sequoia-Kings Canyon changing the way backpackers’ permits are issued

December 3, 2020 By Sarah Elliott Leave a Comment

Sequoia-Kings Canyon changing

Wilderness permit reservations moving to Recreation.gov; base price for a permit increases to $15 Sequoia-Kings Canyon changing Beginning February 9, 2021, overnight visitors to Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks wilderness areas will make their … [Read more...] about Sequoia-Kings Canyon changing the way backpackers’ permits are issued

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Weather watch: Drought conditions and fire danger persist statewide

November 26, 2020 By John Elliott Leave a Comment

Weather watch: Drought conditions

Fall colors in autumnal splendor on the South Fork near the entrance to Sequoia National Park. submitted photo Though Kaweah Country conditions have improved considerably since the drenching of November 8, most of California is yet to experience a true … [Read more...] about Weather watch: Drought conditions and fire danger persist statewide

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Mineral King Road bridge team unveils state-of-the-art design

November 25, 2020 By John Elliott 2 Comments

Mineral King Road bridge

Mineral King Road will have two bridges  On Thursday, November 19, a Tulare County-led project team unveiled an innovative new desgn for the preservation and future use of the historic Oak Grove Bridge. The meeting was held as a webinar via Zoom … [Read more...] about Mineral King Road bridge team unveils state-of-the-art design

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Visiting Sequoia-Kings Canyon during the holidays: What visitors need to know

November 25, 2020 By Sarah Elliott 1 Comment

Visiting Sequoia-Kings Canyon

  All lodging and restaurants closed in Sequoia and Kings Canyon Because of the added challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic, trip planning when visiting Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks is more important than ever for the 2020 holiday period. This … [Read more...] about Visiting Sequoia-Kings Canyon during the holidays: What visitors need to know

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Big Trees and historic cabins are Castle Fire casualties in Sequoia’s Dillonwood Grove

November 6, 2020 By Sarah Elliott 7 Comments

Big Trees and historic cabins

The Dillonwood Grove of giant sequoias, at one time the largest privately owned stand of giant sequoia trees, is located 32 miles from Highway 198’s intersection with Yokohl Valley Road and 6 miles north of Balch Park. Although within an easy day trip of Three … [Read more...] about Big Trees and historic cabins are Castle Fire casualties in Sequoia’s Dillonwood Grove

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