Moderate Yosemite Valley Day Hikes (Audio Described Version) yosemitenationalpark 2026-09-23 | Moderate Yosemite Valley Day Hikes (Audio Described Version)
To Find A Fisher - Yosemite Nature Notes - Episode 35 yosemitenationalpark 2023-10-19 | Fishers are tree-dwelling carnivores that were once abundant throughout Washington, Oregon, and northern California. Watch as park biologist capture and radio-collar these rare, endangered animals in an effort to protect them and their critical habitat.For an audio described version of this video go to youtu.be/pZDvMQCbje8
Visitor Access Management Plan - Virtual Public Meeting: July 19, 2023 yosemitenationalpark 2023-07-26 | On July 19, 2023, Yosemite hosted the second public meeting for the Visitor Access Management Plan. This is a recording of the meeting in which the public was able to learn more about the plan, possible strategies for visitor management, and how to get involved and comment during the planning process.
Visitor Access Management Plan - Virtual Public Meeting yosemitenationalpark 2023-01-23 | On January 17, 2023, Yosemite hosted the first public meeting for the Visitor Access Management Plan. This is a recording of the meeting in which the public was able to learn about the plan and how to get involved in the planning process.
How to Become a B.A.R.K. Ranger: Visiting Yosemite with a Dog yosemitenationalpark 2022-06-15 | Planning on visiting Yosemite with your dog? As much as we love our furry family members, national parks are not always the best place for pets. The B.A.R.K. Ranger Code is an easy way to remember how to visit Yosemite responsibly by doing the following: Bag your pet’s waste, Always leash your pet, Respect Wildlife, and Know where you can go. Help keep Yosemite wild by always abiding by the B.A.R.K. Ranger Code on your visit, or leave your pet at home if this might be difficult. Pets who do not follow the B.A.R.K. Ranger Code can damage park resources, disturb wildlife in their natural habitat, participate in unsafe activities, and impact the experience of other visitors.Learn more: go.nps.gov/yobark.For an audio described version of this video go to youtu.be/eI6mkvXcFnY.
Restoring a Meadow—Cultural Burning in Yosemite yosemitenationalpark 2022-04-28 | Local American Indians, park fire managers, and blackberry weeders team up to save a meadow in danger of losing its unique native plants.For an audio described version go to youtu.be/1ff9U1xllZw
Yosemite Peregrines: A Story of Hope yosemitenationalpark 2022-04-10 | What is faster than a Formula 1 race car, can see a snack sized meal up to a mile away, and is exquisitely equipped for vertical cliffs and pinnacles? The peregrine falcon thrives in Yosemite Valley, but this remarkable bird was temporarily extirpated from much of its native range, including Yosemite where it disappeared for decades, leading to its listing as an endangered species in the early 1970s. In an era fraught with what often feels like insurmountable challenges, what does it mean to keep trying? Because of the remarkable, collaborative efforts of Yosemite climbers, UCSC Predatory Bird Research Group, and NPS biologists, with generous funding from the Yosemite Conservancy, the story of Yosemite’s peregrine falcon is one of hope. For an audio described version of this video go to youtu.be/auVkhUBK--Y
Giant Sequoias - Yosemite Nature Notes - Episode 34 yosemitenationalpark 2022-02-25 | Giant sequoia trees are impressive in size, age, and resilience. This resilience is being tested by climate change and previous management practices. These challenges offer opportunities to research these wonderful trees and develop better ways to support their ability to thrive.For an audio described version of this video go to youtu.be/7R2QLx9kTL0
Yosemites First Womens Fire Corps Crew yosemitenationalpark 2021-11-21 | Only a small fraction of career firefighters in the United States are women. The California Conservation Corps and the National Park Service are working together to change that with support from the National Park Foundation. In 2021, six California Conservation Corps members formed Yosemite’s first Women’s Fire Corps Crew. Crew members learned basic skills for firefighting and fire management, while connecting with mentors to prepare for future fire careers.For an audio described version of this video, go to youtu.be/bfYak_md6vY.
Consejos para Visitar el Valle de Yosemite (Tips for Visiting Yosemite Valley) yosemitenationalpark 2021-09-30 | Si desean ver paisajes hermosos y planean visitar el Valle de Yosemite en un día, aquí le tenemos unos consejos. Este video fue patrocinado por Yosemite Conservancy.Para ver este video con audiodescripción, diríjase a: youtu.be/TZjOCwd_3qcIf you want to see beautiful scenery and plan to visit Yosemite Valley for just one day, we have some helpful tips. This video was funded by Yosemite Conservancy. For an audio described version of this video, click here: youtu.be/TZjOCwd_3qc
Ranger Shelton Johnson Speaks about African American History Month 2021 yosemitenationalpark 2021-02-11 | Audio description: A man in a park ranger uniform stands in a snowy meadow with snow-covered cliffs and pine trees in the distance behind him.
Celebrating Yosemites Leading Women yosemitenationalpark 2020-08-27 | Today, on Women’s Equality Day, let the courageous, passionate, and revolutionary women of Yosemite inspire you to reach new heights. Ratified on August 18, 1920 but not certified until August 26, 1920, the 19th Amendment gave women the right to vote. Thank you to all leaders, activists and everyday people that fought, and still fight, for gender equality. Visit go.nps.gov/yosewomen for more information and to visit our virtual Yosemite Women exhibit.For an audio described version of this video, go to youtu.be/-gE-CRXU62U
How to Poop in the Woods in Yosemite yosemitenationalpark 2020-06-22 | What will you do if you find yourself at a roadside pullout in Yosemite, or out on a trail, when nature calls unexpectedly? Yosemite wilderness rangers share pro tips on how to poop in the woods. Learning to use the restroom in the great outdoors is critical in protecting our watersheds. Thanks to the San Francisco Public Utility Commission for making this video possible.For an audio described version of this video, click here: youtu.be/BgmAGhkZiCQ
Meadows - Yosemite Nature Notes - Episode 33 yosemitenationalpark 2019-09-19 | There are over 3,000 meadows in Yosemite National Park, but they only cover 3% of the area of the park. They make up for this small percentage by providing habitat for a wide variety of plant and animal species.
A Century of Road Trips on the Tioga Road yosemitenationalpark 2019-09-13 | Have your ever jumped in your car and headed for the mountains to escape the summer heat? The Tioga Road has provided an escape route to Yosemite's breathtaking high country for more than one hundred years. We celebrate a century of road trips on this cherished travel route, and look forward to another one hundred years of scenic high country adventures.(For an audio described version of this video, click here: youtu.be/5j1O3T98Ry4)
Mountain Yellow-Legged Frogs - Yosemite Nature Notes - Episode 32 yosemitenationalpark 2018-12-08 | Historically, mountain yellow-legged frogs thrived throughout the Sierra Nevada, but today these endangered amphibians are found in only a handful of locations. Restoration efforts in Yosemite are helping protect what was once the most abundant vertebrate in the park.(Audio-described version: youtu.be/uOkc7aMIV0Y)
Restoring the Mariposa Grove of Giant Sequoias yosemitenationalpark 2018-07-11 | The Mariposa Grove reopened in June, 2018 after being closed three years for restoration. The closure allowed for the biggest ecological restoration project in the park's history, improving conditions for the giant sequoias and making the grove a more pleasant place to visit. Thanks to Yosemite Conservancy donors for their generous support; this project would not have been possible without them. Learn about visiting the Mariposa Grove at nps.gov/…/planyourvi…/mg.htm.For an audio described version of this video, go to youtu.be/oMwPcJcU0k8
Fire Followers - Yosemite Nature Notes - Episode 31 yosemitenationalpark 2018-06-20 | Fire-following flowers are those that germinate and bloom after a fire, covering the landscape in a beautiful but brief wildflower display that may not return until the next fire.
Yosemite Flood: April 7, 2018 yosemitenationalpark 2018-04-12 | Heavy rain and melting snow flooded Yosemite Valley last weekend, covering some roads with four feet of water. Visitors were evacuated in advance. Turn up the volume and enjoy this once-in-a-lifetime experience! For an audio described version of this video, go to youtu.be/hsCbkHTqqAk.
Yosemite Stories in Sign Language yosemitenationalpark 2017-10-25 | We have a long tradition of welcoming and interpreting for Deaf visitors to Yosemite (since 1979!) and are continually thrilled to witness their connection with the park. We have a year-round ranger providing Deaf services in Yosemite. nps.gov/yose/learn/news/yosemite-national-park-expands-american-sign-language-services.htm For an audio described version of this video, go to youtu.be/B_HVWEwA1MI
Special Naturalization Ceremony at Glacier Point yosemitenationalpark 2017-09-25 | Fifty people from 15 countries became naturalized U.S. citizens on September 19, 2017 at Glacier Point. This event marked the 10th naturalization ceremony conducted in Yosemite National Park under an agreement with the U.S. Department of the Interior and the Department of Homeland Security. Countries of origin included the United Kingdom, Australia, Bulgaria, Zambia, China, India, and Mexico. For an audio described version of this video, go to youtu.be/kfFDfMZZM8o.
Keeping Yosemite Green: The Zero Landfill Initiative yosemitenationalpark 2017-08-23 | Yosemite is trying to send less trash to the local county landfill, which is filling up quickly. You can help!For more information visit www.nps.gov/yose/getinvolved/zlf.htm. To watch this program with audio description: youtu.be/d8_sT1QMa6c
California Grizzly - Yosemite Nature Notes - Episode 30 yosemitenationalpark 2017-07-05 | There were an estimated 10,000 grizzly bears in California in 1850, and less than 75 years later, there were none. Yosemite's past is filled with stories of this magnificent animal. For an audio described version of this video, go to youtu.be/Y3Ys84B2VnU.
Yosemite Swift Water Rescue yosemitenationalpark 2017-06-01 | Water-related fatalities are the leading cause of accidental deaths in Yosemite and the National Park Service as a whole. Yosemite had four drownings in 2016 and several more near-drownings. Hike smart: don't leave the trail. For an audio described version of this video, go to youtu.be/9i-qbnmL21E.
Ranger Shelton Johnson Speaks about Black History Month yosemitenationalpark 2017-02-22 | Park Ranger Shelton Johnson brings Yosemite's African American history to light in honor of Black History Month. For an audio described version of this video, go to youtu.be/-9pfgRbJQt0.
January 2017 Flood yosemitenationalpark 2017-01-18 | What's it like to be in Yosemite Valley during a flood? Here are some more of the sights and sounds from the recent event. Good speakers or headphones recommended! For an audio described version of this video, go to youtu.be/_GIyUv2qGVA.
Soundscapes - Yosemite Nature Notes - Episode 29 yosemitenationalpark 2016-11-16 | "When you start to tune in to the soundscape, you realize there's this other dimension to what we're experiencing when we're out here." Ranger Karyn For an audio described version of this video, go to youtu.be/s67JQdYYS9w.
Stephen Mather - Yosemite Nature Notes yosemitenationalpark 2016-08-23 | As we celebrate the centennial of the National Park Service, we look back to 1916 and the life of Stephen Mather, the first Director of the National Park Service. For an audio described version of this video, go to youtu.be/Mo6wSJlbMpY.
Yosemite and Mongolia: A Sister Park Story yosemitenationalpark 2016-03-25 | Yosemite works with national parks from all over the world, exchanging skills, knowledge, and experience. This video highlights our recent work with Lake Hovsgol National Park in Mongolia. Yosemite's sister park arrangements provide a framework for collaboration with parks and protected areas that face similar challenges. We currently have sister parks in China, Chile, Germany, Mongolia, and Tanzania. This list will soon grow to include parks in Nepal, Jordan, Mexico, and Australia. For an audio described version of this video, go to youtu.be/38sbAlKjqGU.
Ski Yosemite - Yosemite Nature Notes - Episode 28 yosemitenationalpark 2016-03-13 | Yosemite has a long tradition of skiing, from California's oldest ski resort to remote backcountry ski huts. Cross-country, Telemark, skate and alpine skiers all come to experience Yosemite in winter.Yosemite Nature Notes is a production of the National Park Service and the Yosemite Conservancy. For an audio described version of this video, go to youtu.be/P0GjtMBUnjw.
I Love Yosemite yosemitenationalpark 2016-03-04 | The Yosemite Deaf Services program asked "Why do you love Yosemite?" Watch the answers in American Sign Language. For an audio described version of this video, go to youtu.be/a0huaMafp6w.
The National Parks Youth Stewardship Corps yosemitenationalpark 2016-01-30 | During the summer of 2015, Yosemite piloted a new residential youth stewardship program for high school students called the National Parks Youth Stewardship Corps. This pilot was made possible via a partnership with the Student Conservation Association, Yosemite National Park, and through the generous support of the Yosemite Conservancy. Stay tuned as Yosemite continues to explore new opportunities for the next generation of park stewards to connect to nature, sustainability, and the protection of public lands. For an audio described version of this video, go to youtu.be/4UPTZaZ0RFI.
Gateway Expressions Student Art and Poetry Contest yosemitenationalpark 2015-12-18 | Every fall, students from surrounding Yosemite communities participate in Gateway Expressions, a youth art contest and exhibit at the Ansel Adams Gallery in Yosemite Valley. Gateway Expressions is one way that Yosemite is working toward the National Park Service 2016 Centennial goal of connecting with and creating the next generation of park visitors, supporters, and advocates. For an audio described version of this video, go to youtu.be/0Pj2p_TBALI.
Bighorn Sheep - Yosemite Nature Notes - Episode 27 yosemitenationalpark 2015-12-16 | Sierra Nevada bighorn sheep are the rarest mountain sheep in North America. After the population dropped to around 100 animals in 1995, this unique sub-species was listed as an endangered species. In the spring of 2015, these charismatic animals were released into the heart of Yosemite for the first time in over 100 years. For an audio described version of this video, go to youtu.be/qRZTWt8KBRQ.
Seasons in Yosemite yosemitenationalpark 2015-11-25 | Yosemite's Deaf Services program would like to share this American Sign Language video with the Deaf community. This video describes what each season in Yosemite has to offer in order to help you plan your visit! Yosemite National Park is proud to provide Deaf Services. For an audio described version of this video, go to youtu.be/BmftR-A3XKY
Parks in Focus yosemitenationalpark 2015-11-03 | Last summer, Yosemite's Parks in Focus program helped kids discover Yosemite through the eyes of their cameras. Jessica Zamudio, a Student Conservation Association National Park Service Academy intern, shot this video.For an audio described version of this video, go to youtu.be/Ghv1I3oARZI.
Highlights from Yosemite 125th Anniversary Celebration yosemitenationalpark 2015-10-15 | For an audio described version of this video, go to youtu.be/GU4969xO_RU.
Black Bears - Yosemite Nature Notes - Episode 26 yosemitenationalpark 2015-07-21 | Hundreds of black bears make their home in Yosemite and seeing a wild bear is often the highlight of a trip to the park. Bears often remind us of ourselves, and the complex relationship between bears and humans has changed over time as we strive to keep bears wild. For an audio described version of this video, go to youtu.be/gU7IQqNwsuc.
Ranger Gabriel, honorary chairman of Yosemites 125th anniversary yosemitenationalpark 2015-03-26 | Yosemite National Park kicked-off its celebration of the park's 125th Anniversary with a ceremony at Yosemite Falls today. The theme of the event was Youth of Today: Park Stewards of Tomorrow. Approximately 500 people attended the event, 300 of whom were students from the Yosemite region and Sacramento. The guest of honor was Gabriel Lavan-Ying, better known as "Ranger Gabriel." Ranger Gabriel was named an Honorary Yosemite National Park Ranger last June through a visit arranged by the Make-A-Wish Foundation. Ranger Gabriel addressed the crowd and was named Honorary Chairman of the park's 125th Anniversary Celebration by park Superintendent Don Neubacher. For an audio described version of this video, go to youtu.be/MRIXHwqf89M. http://www.nps.gov/yose/learn/news/yosemite-national-park-kicks-off-125th-anniversary-celebration.htm
The Rim Fire yosemitenationalpark 2015-01-12 | The 2013 Rim Fire was the largest forest fire in California history, and the largest fire in Yosemite history. Burning 400 square miles, the speed and size of the fire was unprecedented. As these unnaturally large fires become more commonplace due to previous fire suppression and climate change, Yosemite National Park is seeing the benefits of carefully allowing smaller, controlled fires on the landscape. For an audio described version of this video, go to youtu.be/JrphGGP2abY.
Ghost Towns - Yosemite Nature Notes - Episode 25 yosemitenationalpark 2014-11-20 | Sitting on the crest of the Sierra Nevada, Tioga Pass is a gateway to Yosemite's past. In 1880, a gold and silver rush erupted here, and miners flocked to Tioga Hill in droves. Today, the ghosts of these miners work can be seen in the stone walls of Dana Village,rusty machinery at Bennettville, and the log cabins of the Golden Crown Mine. Even today's popular Tioga Road was once a simple wagon road built to access the wealth of minerals that were never found. For an audio described version of this video, go to youtu.be/qG6SYCZhiQ0.
Monarchs & Milkweed - Yosemite Nature Notes - Episode 24 yosemitenationalpark 2014-10-03 | Take a microcosmic safari through a field of milkweed and discover a whole world of life, from bees to wasps to hummingbirds to butterflies. The charismatic Monarch butterfly is completely dependent on milkweed for its survival, and places like Yosemite National Park offer protection for this often overlooked plant. For an audio described version of this video, go to youtu.be/bxLJ3h8Hn-A.
Yosemite Nature Notes - 23 - Birdsongs yosemitenationalpark 2014-07-10 | Throughout the park, unique soundscapes can be found within the beautiful landscapes. Open your eyes and ears to the birdsongs of Yosemite. For an audio described version of this video, go to youtu.be/SbkqNiiwHXg.
Dangerous Rivers yosemitenationalpark 2014-05-22 | The allure of a Yosemite river on a hot day can mask its dangers: inviting pools can have slippery rocks and swift currents that can turn deadly. For an audio described version of this video, go to youtu.be/6vO6lRzVs90
Yosemite Grant: Inspiring Generations yosemitenationalpark 2014-05-06 | Signed by President Abraham Lincoln in 1864, the Yosemite Grant set aside Yosemite Valley and the Mariposa Grove of Giant Sequoias for protection, establishing the very idea of today's National Parks. With filmmakers Ken Burns and Dayton Duncan. For the audio described version of this video, go to youtu.be/xqTo6kCqlVk.
Sierra Newts yosemitenationalpark 2014-03-29 | At the lowest elevations of Yosemite National Park, there is an amphibian that is making quite a scene. Sierra newts (Taricha sierrae), formerly a subspecies of the California newt, are beginning their breeding season. Like all amphibians, this newt requires water to reproduce and the males returned to their breeding pools earlier this winter.To learn more, visit http://www.nps.gov/yose/blogs/Newts-Wrestling.htm.For an audio described version of this video, go to youtu.be/PwcLkL2aWJs.
Yosemite Nature Notes - Episode 22 yosemitenationalpark 2014-01-20 | Starting in 1922 as a type-written news sheet, Yosemite Nature Notes the periodical went on to become a charming magazine with over 400 issues during its 40 years of publication. For an audio described version of this video, go to youtu.be/TZZ1G3enBu8.
Saving Yosemites Frogs yosemitenationalpark 2013-12-11 | Can we save the Sierra Nevada yellow-legged frog from extinction? Human introduced non-native species (fish and fungus) have been causing the frog to go from the most abundant amphibian in the Sierra Nevada to critically endangered. However, habitat restoration efforts in Yosemite are showing promising signs for the frog's recovery and long-term survival. Learn more about the Sierra Nevada yellow-legged frog: http://www.nps.gov/yose/naturescience/frog.htm. For an audio described version of this video, go to youtu.be/oWd9nn5bFhM.
Visiting Yosemite in Winter yosemitenationalpark 2013-11-25 | Winter is a magical time to visit Yosemite, with opportunities for hiking, playing in the snow, and quiet solitude. The silence and beauty of Yosemite in winter is an unforgettable experience. For an audio described version of this video, go to youtu.be/pLiyje2B0IU
Fall Moments - Yosemite Nature Notes yosemitenationalpark 2013-10-31 | Enjoy this moving portrait of Yosemite in fall.Music is "Wehring History" by Jonathan Geer.For an audio described version of this video, go to youtu.be/nu5LhR1nicU.
Fire Containment Operations in Yosemite, September 2013 yosemitenationalpark 2013-09-07 | Fire crews in Yosemite conducted firing operations along the Tioga Road this week to provide a buffer of protection from the Rim Fire. As you can see in this video, the fire mostly burns debris on the forest floor rather than the trees. It's only when the forest floor accumulates too much debris or too many young trees that a small fire like this gets hot enough to torch mature trees and spread from treetop to treetop. Later in the video, we give you a behind-the-scenes peek at Yosemite's Helicopter 551 ferrying supplies from the Crane Flat helibase. For an audio described version of this video, go to youtu.be/WJelpw3-YUs.
