Yosemite Trip Deposits Coming Due

[Morrigoon]

Hah - trick question - the 5 and 99 don't go to San Francisco
Doh!

[Disneyphile]

Found an awesome site that details the hikes in Yosemite:

http://www.yosemitehikes.com/

The site it quite funny too - the authors are very witty and a bit snarky. So, it's an entertaining read, as well as being very informative.

[innerSpaceman]

Waaaaaa, most of the really cool hikes will be under 17 feet of snow. The trails will be closed. Bah.


But there are a couple of nice ones in the Valley. And two beautiful waterfalls that are not hikes at all, but short strolls. And plenty of gorgeousness to behold from other short walks.


Of course, with the impending Apocalypse and all, we might have a drastic snowmelt over the next 2 weeks. Who knows?

[Disneyphile]

Current conditions have most trails open, except for those originating from Tioga Pass, Half Dome, 4-mile, and the upper portion of Mist.

[LashStoat]

It is my understanding that the pair have reserveed that time to enjoy their holiday plans with MomLash before her return to the land of oz...

Dearest All,

In an attempt to keep thread lengths down to about 2500 posts, and end speculation, The LashPair are currently travelling with the StoatMum, to whom we wish to dedicate our time at present. Once mum returns to Ashtraya, Bear and I have side trips with folks that approached us on day one of announcing our return to the USA.

Please remember, there are way more of you than there are of us (two), and even if you contacted us really early in the planning (yes, we planned), we haven't figured out how to be in multiple places at once yet within a set timeframe.

So locale, timing, $$$ and snow had a lot to do with it. I even used a blindfold and a dartboard once during the planning. This was a bad idea as I broke our fish tank and shorted our unit’s fuse-board. I bashed my head on the entertainment unit whilst mopping up the water, and after Bear put ice on the forehead I thought snow would be a good idea for part of our holiday. Hence Washington and Yosemite.

I have always preferred quality over quantity. Because you people are so sharing, and we haven't the capacity to take it all in at more than 100mb/second, we’ve taken a conservative approach to our planning.

If we have offended anyone, I’d just like to recant “you can please some of the people some of the time et al”.

So, from April 13th, it’s Bear Season…and be gentle with us as we bruise easily.

Love and hugs,

The Stoat (and for Bear)

XXX.

[Morrigoon]

Well, that makes sense :)

[innerSpaceman]

Current conditions have most trails open, except for those originating from Tioga Pass, Half Dome, 4-mile, and the upper portion of Mist.
Um. that's exactly what I meant.

The Vernal Falls/ Nevada Falls Loop is closed. Best.Trail.Ever. But we can go as far as the base of Vernal or maybe up the "Mist" portion a ways. It is stunning and we will enjoy at least a portion of this fabulous trail.

The other stunning trail is off the Glacier Point Road, which I'm assuming is closed (usually is), and that's likely why the 4-mile trail is listed as closed. But the beauty, stunner trail is the Taft Point / Sentinel Dome Loop. OMG, fantasticness. OMG, buried under snow this time of year, heheh.


BUT ... we should have the patented Rivendell Effect in the Valley, with the dozens of tiny waterfalls that only appear for a fraction of the year. A rare treat, ours for the taking.



Sigh, it's just that I don't get to Yosemite much anymore. And the last time I was there was also this time of year, just before the high trails opened that are so unbeliveably rewarding.

Ah well.


Not like we won't be having a freaking fantabulous time!!!

[innerSpaceman]

So, from April 13th, it’s Bear Season….

Except, apparently, for all the mysterious "Pink" time. :p






not offended, just perplexed.

[lashbear]

Don't be perplexed, be pinkplexed.

Besides, if you want to grab some exclusive pink time with us, you still have the chance to book the remaining yellow block on April 28th, AM.

So there. :p

[keith - SuPeR K!]

K - shouldn't be a problem with you riding back down with us! Do you have a certain time that you need to be back? We plan on getting back rather late that night. :)

Thank you! I'm totally fine with a late night arrival :) As iSm stated, I don't need to be back in Vegas until Saturday night so that works perfect for me!

Easter Sunday - get up, enjoy watching Miss B hunt eggs and discover the treasures left by the EB, breakfast on bacon and sourdough pancakes with Maple syrup. Head to San Jose (a 90 minute drive in good traffic) to take the pair to Winchester Mystery House...time line TBD on Easter morning. After they have experienced the fun of Miss Sarahs abode and grounds we will return to Suisun City for an Easter dinner of deep fried turkey and assorted side dishes.

So *basically* what you are trying to say is since you are already in San Jose which is so incredibly close to San Francisco you've decided to stop by for the 4pm BYOBW Race before dinner... AWESOME!

[~MS~]

Don't hold a space for us :D but thanks for thinking of us! You guys are welcome to come join us at the Jelly Belly on Monday morning tho!

[Disneyphile]

Thank you! I'm totally fine with a late night arrival :) As iSm stated, I don't need to be back in Vegas until Saturday night so that works perfect for me!Coolness!

We like to take our time coming back, having a tendency to stop at odd places on a whim, etc. We've found some really cool hidden jewels that way before. We've been researching some history and such within the central area, so who knows where we might end up. It's fun! :)

[Kevy Baby]

We like to take our time coming back, having a tendency to stop at odd places on a whim, etc.Whereas as I am a "get from point A to point B as quickly as possible" kind of guy. I hate even stopping for gas.

Gotta pee? Hold it!

[Disneyphile]

To us, the journey is just as wonderful as the destination. :p

[innerSpaceman]

Stop and smell the roses vs. Run them off the road.

[Not Afraid]

I WILL do the info sheet this weekend. I promise.

[keith - SuPeR K!]

Coolness!

We like to take our time coming back, having a tendency to stop at odd places on a whim, etc. We've found some really cool hidden jewels that way before. We've been researching some history and such within the central area, so who knows where we might end up. It's fun! :)

Roadside attractions are THE BEST!!! I'm so looking forward to this!

[Mousey Girl]

Wave as you pass through Bakersfield, though by that time on Friday I will already be in Cambria.

[Disneyphile]

So, I have some questions:


Do the cabins include dishes and cookware? What about dish soap, etc.?
Are linens included, or do we need to bring our own bedsheets, towels, et al?
What time is check-in?
What time is check-out?


Oh, and I added a note about the Sandwich Bar on the meal spreadsheet (http://spreadsheets.google.com/ccc?key=p9eeZlmGn4SMdBZCwrviDZQ&hl=en).

[innerSpaceman]

My question re the cabins:

Are there laundry facilities??

[Disneyphile]

My question re the cabins:

Are there laundry facilities??I saw that on the cabin website - there is a washer and dryer.

[wendybeth]

Good- then I won't have to pack so much. (We're spending several days traveling to and from Yosemite).

[Not Afraid]

Where Scenic Wonders is located (map) (http://www.scenicwonders.com/whereweare.html)
General map of Yosemite area

Commmunity Map (Link) (http://www.scenicwonders.com/map/index.html)
Once you get to the community, this is the map to use. We are in Scenic Wonders which is on the top left side of the community map. We are going to have to wing it with parking and try and get as many cars into the parking area as we can, leaving the larger ones near the exit for transporting groups.

IMPORTANT INFO:

Check in is at 4:00 pm. I will be there right at 4 to grab the keys. If you get there early and want to hook up, we'll be in Oakhurst until about 2:30. My cell works in about 1/2 of my brother's house. PM me if you would like his house phone number.
Check out time is 11 am.
"Please leave property in the same conition it was when you arrived. Property will be inspected at the time of check out"
"Quiet hours of the community are from 10 pm - 8 am"
For road and weather conditions call 209.372.0200
Snow chains are required November - April
There are no stores in the immediate area. If you want to do something cool, go to 7422 Yosemite Park Way Yosemite, CA 95389 in Google Earth and take a look at the cabin.

Important Phone Numbers:
Cabin Phone Nuber: 209.372.9200

Cell phones may NOT work at the cabin but may work in Yosemite Valley. To make outgoing calls on the house phone, you MUST use a Calling Card.

Cabin description:
This custom, tri-level Original Lincoln Log duplex home, was built with the finest quality red cedar logs from California's Northern High Sierras. This home features a spacious living room with a twenty four foot open beam cathedral ceiling, with an authentic river rock fireplace and a Redwood burl mantle shelf that is over 2,000 years' old. European furniture, Indian Art, and Ansel Adams photography are in complete harmony with the red cedar log walls, that make for a real mountain home experience.

http://www.scenicwonders.com/rentals/scenic_n02.gif http://www.scenicwonders.com/rentals/scenic_n07.gifhttp://www.scenicwonders.com/rentals/scenic_n08.gif http://www.scenicwonders.com/rentals/scenic_n06.gif http://www.scenicwonders.com/rentals/scenic_n09.gif http://www.scenicwonders.com/rentals/scenic_n04.gif

The living room is open to the kitchen/dining area and is surrounded by a huge 20' by 36' foot wraparound deck, with a six adult capacity Jacuzzi. The living room and deck also overlook a breathtaking forest/mountain view, with a waterfall in the distance during the spring season. Scenic Wonders is a 6-bedroom duplex, with two 3 bedroom, two bath units. The top level of this two-story unit has 2 bedrooms, with one queen bed in each, one full bath, and a loft with a queen size futon for the children. The main level has the master bedroom with a king size bed, one full bath with Jacuzzi, den with color TV/VCR for the children, and the living room equipped with Dish Network satellite TV/VCR, Stereo/CD player, kitchen and dining area. This unit sleeps 8 comfortably. Scenic Wonders and Little Scenic can be rented together. This is a home with plenty of room for those very special family gatherings!




Other Amenities:
Washer
Dryer
Linens Provided
Full Kitchen
Cooking Utensils Provided
Refrigerator
Dishwasher (his name is Kevin and he wears a maid outfit)
Microwave

[lashbear]

Sounds Fabby!! We're In! Does the Kevy Maid Unit do windows? and we'll need a fluffer (for the pillows, of course)

[Kevy Baby]

Y'all better watch out. I may just decide to carry out your threats and then you'll be sorry!

Do I need to post pictures to remind you what you would be in for?

[Disneyphile]

Do I need to post pictures to remind you what you would be in for?
I can help with that!

It's almost identical to this, except in black and white, and the skirt is much shorter:

[wendybeth]

Is it my imagination, or does KB have freakishly small legs? Still, he looks pretty good in pink.

[Disneyphile]

Oooooh! The upper portion of the Mist Trail is presently open!

Snow line is now at 6,000 feet. :)

[Not Afraid]

Oooooh! The upper portion of the Mist Trail is presently open!

Snow line is now at 6,000 feet. :)

YAY!!!!!!

I'd better pack the moleskin.

[Disneyphile]

I finally got trekking poles. I always struggle with small rocks and such, especially when coming back down, so that won't be a problem anymore! Now, I can be safe, and without constant worry that I'll stumble and break my ankle or something. (Seriously a silent fear of mine - having to be carried off a trail.)

I scored a gorgeous pair of Swissgear poles with compasses in the handles for $18 at WalMart, of all places. :D

[innerSpaceman]

Is it my imagination, or does KB have freakishly small legs? Still, he looks pretty good in pink.

Believe it or not, that's NOT the unusual part of his anatomy. ;)

[Disneyphile]

Believe it or not, that's NOT the unusual part of his anatomy. ;)Well, we did make sure the skirt is still long enough to cover that. :p

[Not Afraid]

So, it's a very short skirt?

[Disneyphile]

So, it's a very short skirt?Yes, and black.

[Not Afraid]

There hasn't been a new post in this thread since 10:18 this morning. Are we still going?

[BarTopDancer]

I'm not sure. I think the LashPair may have gone home.

[JWBear]

Going where?

[Kevy Baby]

There hasn't been a new post in this thread since 10:18 this morning. Are we still going?More importantly; there hasn't been a new thread about the trip or the Lashpair today

I'm not sure. I think the LashPair may have gone home.Wait: are you saying they are here in the US?!? Why didn't someone tell me?

[Not Afraid]

I got new hiking boots today. I was going to wear them on my walks tomorrow but they are so wonderful I don't think they will need much breaking in! I've been wearing them all afternoon and they are like buttah.

[JWBear]

I got new hiking boots today. I was going to wear them on my walks tomorrow but they are so wonderful I don't think they will need much breaking in! I've been wearing them all afternoon and they are like buttah.

Sounds kinda messy.

[innerSpaceman]

Not as messy as .... "It's the other ankle." "oh."

[JWBear]

I meant to reduce Lisa's quote in my post above to just the last line. If I had, it would have made more sense.

[Not Afraid]

Not as messy as .... "It's the other ankle." "oh."
I was just telling this story to Amy yesterday. I was explaining why I needed ankle support and it inevitably ended up with this story. I'm still laughing.:D

[innerSpaceman]

OMG, Little Scenic is just Downstairs Scenic (http://www.scenicwonders.com/rentals_littlescenic.html).


um, cozy.

[Not Afraid]

OMG, Little Scenic is just Downstairs Scenic (http://www.scenicwonders.com/rentals_littlescenic.html).


um, cozy.

And, did you know the LashPair is in town.

[keith - SuPeR K!]

And, did you know the LashPair is in town.

Wait... What town?!

[wendybeth]

Wait... What town?!

Mine.:D (Well, in about 17 hours).

[innerSpaceman]

I seriouly thought Little Scenic was some outhouse shack you had to trundle thru the snow for. Sorry, but I wouldn't normally give the downstairs of my house a different name. Hahaha. That's like guys who name their Willie. Hahahahaha. Little Scenic indeed. Sorry.

[innerSpaceman]

Is it time to un-sticky this thread?

[Snowflake]

Is it time to un-sticky this thread?

Ew?;)

[€uroMeinke]

Oh - I'm sure one of those Moderator types will get to it eventually, or perhaps we should have a pole?

[JWBear]

Fishing or flag?

[€uroMeinke]

May

[Kevy Baby]

STRIPPER!