| Date | News / Events | Details |
|---|---|---|
| 5/23/2013 | Sequoia Shuttle Begins | For information on the shuttle, visit http://www.nps.gov/seki/planyourvisit/parktransit.htm |
| 5/24/2013 | Wonders of the Night Sky | Get a tour of the night sky by one of Sequoia’s interpreters. By the end of the program you will understand the basics of backyard stargazing, have heard ancient and cultural stories about the constellations and enjoyed an evening under one of California’s most brilliant skies. Meet in the lobby of the Wuksachi Lodge. No cost. |
| 5/29/2013 | Wonders of the Night Sky | Get a tour of the night sky by one of Sequoia’s interpreters. By the end of the program you will understand the basics of backyard stargazing, have heard ancient and cultural stories about the constellations and enjoyed an evening under one of California’s most brilliant skies. Meet in the lobby of the Wuksachi Lodge. No cost. |
| 5/31/2013 | Wonders of the Night Sky | Get a tour of the night sky by one of Sequoia’s interpreters. By the end of the program you will understand the basics of backyard stargazing, have heard ancient and cultural stories about the constellations and enjoyed an evening under one of California’s most brilliant skies. Meet in the lobby of the Wuksachi Lodge. No cost. |
| 6/5/2013 | Wonders of the Night Sky | Get a tour of the night sky by one of Sequoia’s interpreters. By the end of the program you will understand the basics of backyard stargazing, have heard ancient and cultural stories about the constellations and enjoyed an evening under one of California’s most brilliant skies. Meet in the lobby of the Wuksachi Lodge. No cost. |
| 6/7/2013 | Wonders of the Night Sky | Get a tour of the night sky by one of Sequoia’s interpreters. By the end of the program you will understand the basics of backyard stargazing, have heard ancient and cultural stories about the constellations and enjoyed an evening under one of California’s most brilliant skies. Meet in the lobby of the Wuksachi Lodge. No cost. |
| 6/12/2013 | Wonders of the Night Sky | Get a tour of the night sky by one of Sequoia’s interpreters. By the end of the program you will understand the basics of backyard stargazing, have heard ancient and cultural stories about the constellations and enjoyed an evening under one of California’s most brilliant skies. Meet in the lobby of the Wuksachi Lodge. No cost. |
| 6/14/2013 | Voices From The Past | Listen to adventurous tales as historic characters bring the parks' past to life. All guests may indulge in the optional Western barbecue meal provided by the Wuksachi Lodge. Living history program is free. Additional cost applied for dinner. Located at Wolverton. All ages welcome. |
| 6/14/2013 | Wonders of the Night Sky | Get a tour of the night sky by one of Sequoia’s interpreters. By the end of the program you will understand the basics of backyard stargazing, have heard ancient and cultural stories about the constellations and enjoyed an evening under one of California’s most brilliant skies. Meet in the lobby of the Wuksachi Lodge. No cost. |
| 6/15/2013 | Family Birding Walk | Join us for a short family walk to introduce the whole family to successfully identifying song bird in the Sierra. This walk will teach you birds easily seen in other national parks. Watch how the whole family becomes quietly excited watching song birds in Sequoia National Park. Binoculars supplied. Wuksachi/Giant Forest area. See local postings for specific time and meet-up location. For ages 5 and up. No cost. |
| 6/15/2013 | Wild Cave Tour | Explore, crawl and climb through passageways, over steep drop offs and past intricate formations on a 4 to 6 hour tour off the beaten path. Learn proper caving techniques, etiquette and conservation issues from experienced cavers. Caving gear provided. Ages 16 years and older. Space is limited to six participants. Call 559.565.4251 to register. |
| 6/15/2013 | Voices From The Past | Listen to adventurous tales as historic characters bring the parks' past to life. All guests may indulge in the optional Western barbecue meal provided by the Wuksachi Lodge. Living history program is free. Additional cost applied for dinner. Located at Wolverton. All ages welcome. |
| 6/16/2013 | Voices From The Past | Listen to adventurous tales as historic characters bring the parks' past to life. All guests may indulge in the optional Western barbecue meal provided by the Wuksachi Lodge. Living history program is free. Additional cost applied for dinner. Located at Wolverton. All ages welcome. |
| 6/17/2013 | Voices From The Past | Listen to adventurous tales as historic characters bring the parks' past to life. All guests may indulge in the optional Western barbecue meal provided by the Wuksachi Lodge. Living history program is free. Additional cost applied for dinner. Located at Wolverton. All ages welcome. |
| 6/18/2013 | Voices From The Past | Listen to adventurous tales as historic characters bring the parks' past to life. All guests may indulge in the optional Western barbecue meal provided by the Wuksachi Lodge. Living history program is free. Additional cost applied for dinner. Located at Wolverton. All ages welcome. |
| 6/18/2013 | Talk On The Rock | Join us on Beetle Rock for an intimate conversation and campfire with John Muir and Stephen Mather as the sun sets in the west. Bring a flashlight and something to sit on. All ages welcome. Tickets are $5 per person at Giant Forest Museum or Lodgepole Visitor Center. |
| 6/19/2013 | Voices From The Past | Listen to adventurous tales as historic characters bring the parks' past to life. All guests may indulge in the optional Western barbecue meal provided by the Wuksachi Lodge. Living history program is free. Additional cost applied for dinner. Located at Wolverton. All ages welcome. |
| 6/19/2013 | Wonders of the Night Sky | Get a tour of the night sky by one of Sequoia’s interpreters. By the end of the program you will understand the basics of backyard stargazing, have heard ancient and cultural stories about the constellations and enjoyed an evening under one of California’s most brilliant skies. Meet in the lobby of the Wuksachi Lodge. No cost. |
| 6/20/2013 | Voices From The Past | Listen to adventurous tales as historic characters bring the parks' past to life. All guests may indulge in the optional Western barbecue meal provided by the Wuksachi Lodge. Living history program is free. Additional cost applied for dinner. Located at Wolverton. All ages welcome. |
| 6/21/2013 | Voices From The Past | Listen to adventurous tales as historic characters bring the parks' past to life. All guests may indulge in the optional Western barbecue meal provided by the Wuksachi Lodge. Living history program is free. Additional cost applied for dinner. Located at Wolverton. All ages welcome. |
| 6/21/2013 | Wonders of the Night Sky | Get a tour of the night sky by one of Sequoia’s interpreters. By the end of the program you will understand the basics of backyard stargazing, have heard ancient and cultural stories about the constellations and enjoyed an evening under one of California’s most brilliant skies. Meet in the lobby of the Wuksachi Lodge. No cost. |
| 6/22/2013 | Wild Cave Tour | Explore, crawl and climb through passageways, over steep drop offs and past intricate formations on a 4 to 6 hour tour off the beaten path. Learn proper caving techniques, etiquette and conservation issues from experienced cavers. Caving gear provided. Ages 16 years and older. Space is limited to six participants. Call 559.565.4251 to register. |
| 6/22/2013 | Voices From The Past | Listen to adventurous tales as historic characters bring the parks' past to life. All guests may indulge in the optional Western barbecue meal provided by the Wuksachi Lodge. Living history program is free. Additional cost applied for dinner. Located at Wolverton. All ages welcome. |
| 6/22/2013 | Big Trees Barn Dance | This year we are re-opening the Beetle Rock Education Center for authentic barn dances in the spirit of the building's historical past. We'll provide basic instruction and period music. You bring your dancing shoes. All ages welcome. $5 per person. Tickets can be purchased at the Giant Forest Museum or Lodgepole Visitor Center. |
| 6/22/2013 | Full Moon on Moro Rock | Meet at the top of Moro Rock for this enchanting program focusing on the features of the Moon, including craters and lunar seas. Hear stories from our civilization’s past as you enjoy the Moon rise over the Great Western Divide. All ages welcome. No cost. |
| 6/23/2013 | Voices From The Past | Listen to adventurous tales as historic characters bring the parks' past to life. All guests may indulge in the optional Western barbecue meal provided by the Wuksachi Lodge. Living history program is free. Additional cost applied for dinner. Located at Wolverton. All ages welcome. |
| 6/24/2013 | Voices From The Past | Listen to adventurous tales as historic characters bring the parks' past to life. All guests may indulge in the optional Western barbecue meal provided by the Wuksachi Lodge. Living history program is free. Additional cost applied for dinner. Located at Wolverton. All ages welcome. |
| 6/25/2013 | Voices From The Past | Listen to adventurous tales as historic characters bring the parks' past to life. All guests may indulge in the optional Western barbecue meal provided by the Wuksachi Lodge. Living history program is free. Additional cost applied for dinner. Located at Wolverton. All ages welcome. |
| 6/25/2013 | Talk On The Rock | Join us on Beetle Rock for an intimate conversation and campfire with John Muir and Stephen Mather as the sun sets in the west. Bring a flashlight and something to sit on. All ages welcome. Tickets are $5 per person at Giant Forest Museum or Lodgepole Visitor Center. |
| 6/26/2013 | Voices From The Past | Listen to adventurous tales as historic characters bring the parks' past to life. All guests may indulge in the optional Western barbecue meal provided by the Wuksachi Lodge. Living history program is free. Additional cost applied for dinner. Located at Wolverton. All ages welcome. |
| 6/26/2013 | Wonders of the Night Sky | Get a tour of the night sky by one of Sequoia’s interpreters. By the end of the program you will understand the basics of backyard stargazing, have heard ancient and cultural stories about the constellations and enjoyed an evening under one of California’s most brilliant skies. Meet in the lobby of the Wuksachi Lodge. No cost. |
| 6/27/2013 | Voices From The Past | Listen to adventurous tales as historic characters bring the parks' past to life. All guests may indulge in the optional Western barbecue meal provided by the Wuksachi Lodge. Living history program is free. Additional cost applied for dinner. Located at Wolverton. All ages welcome. |
| 6/28/2013 | Voices From The Past | Listen to adventurous tales as historic characters bring the parks' past to life. All guests may indulge in the optional Western barbecue meal provided by the Wuksachi Lodge. Living history program is free. Additional cost applied for dinner. Located at Wolverton. All ages welcome. |
| 6/28/2013 | Wonders of the Night Sky | Get a tour of the night sky by one of Sequoia’s interpreters. By the end of the program you will understand the basics of backyard stargazing, have heard ancient and cultural stories about the constellations and enjoyed an evening under one of California’s most brilliant skies. Meet in the lobby of the Wuksachi Lodge. No cost. |
| 6/29/2013 | Wild Cave Tour | Explore, crawl and climb through passageways, over steep drop offs and past intricate formations on a 4 to 6 hour tour off the beaten path. Learn proper caving techniques, etiquette and conservation issues from experienced cavers. Caving gear provided. Ages 16 years and older. Space is limited to six participants. Call 559.565.4251 to register. |
| 6/29/2013 | Voices From The Past | Listen to adventurous tales as historic characters bring the parks' past to life. All guests may indulge in the optional Western barbecue meal provided by the Wuksachi Lodge. Living history program is free. Additional cost applied for dinner. Located at Wolverton. All ages welcome. |
| 6/29/2013 | Big Trees Barn Dance | This year we are re-opening the Beetle Rock Education Center for authentic barn dances in the spirit of the building's historical past. We'll provide basic instruction and period music. You bring your dancing shoes. All ages welcome. $5 per person. Tickets can be purchased at the Giant Forest Museum or Lodgepole Visitor Center. |
| 6/30/2013 | Voices From The Past | Listen to adventurous tales as historic characters bring the parks' past to life. All guests may indulge in the optional Western barbecue meal provided by the Wuksachi Lodge. Living history program is free. Additional cost applied for dinner. Located at Wolverton. All ages welcome. |
| 7/1/2013 | Kids Campfire | Under starry Sequoia skies we’ll have the campfire blazing, and the stories and entertainment in full swing. Bring marshmallows to roast while we entertain you with stories about the people, animals and plants that make Sequoia famous around the world! All ages welcome. Wuksachi Lodge campfire circle. See local postings for specific time. No cost. |
| 7/1/2013 | Voices From The Past | Listen to adventurous tales as historic characters bring the parks' past to life. All guests may indulge in the optional Western barbecue meal provided by the Wuksachi Lodge. Living history program is free. Additional cost applied for dinner. Located at Wolverton. All ages welcome. |
| 7/2/2013 | Voices From The Past | Listen to adventurous tales as historic characters bring the parks' past to life. All guests may indulge in the optional Western barbecue meal provided by the Wuksachi Lodge. Living history program is free. Additional cost applied for dinner. Located at Wolverton. All ages welcome. |
| 7/2/2013 | Talk On The Rock | Join us on Beetle Rock for an intimate conversation and campfire with John Muir and Stephen Mather as the sun sets in the west. Bring a flashlight and something to sit on. All ages welcome. Tickets are $5 per person at Giant Forest Museum or Lodgepole Visitor Center. |
| 7/3/2013 | Voices From The Past | Listen to adventurous tales as historic characters bring the parks' past to life. All guests may indulge in the optional Western barbecue meal provided by the Wuksachi Lodge. Living history program is free. Additional cost applied for dinner. Located at Wolverton. All ages welcome. |
| 7/3/2013 | Wonders of the Night Sky | Get a tour of the night sky by one of Sequoia’s interpreters. By the end of the program you will understand the basics of backyard stargazing, have heard ancient and cultural stories about the constellations and enjoyed an evening under one of California’s most brilliant skies. Meet in the lobby of the Wuksachi Lodge. No cost. |
| 7/4/2013 | Voices From The Past | Listen to adventurous tales as historic characters bring the parks' past to life. All guests may indulge in the optional Western barbecue meal provided by the Wuksachi Lodge. Living history program is free. Additional cost applied for dinner. Located at Wolverton. All ages welcome. |
| 7/5/2013 | Voices From The Past | Listen to adventurous tales as historic characters bring the parks' past to life. All guests may indulge in the optional Western barbecue meal provided by the Wuksachi Lodge. Living history program is free. Additional cost applied for dinner. Located at Wolverton. All ages welcome. |
| 7/5/2013 | Wonders of the Night Sky | Get a tour of the night sky by one of Sequoia’s interpreters. By the end of the program you will understand the basics of backyard stargazing, have heard ancient and cultural stories about the constellations and enjoyed an evening under one of California’s most brilliant skies. Meet in the lobby of the Wuksachi Lodge. No cost. |
| 7/6/2013 | Family Birding Walk | Join us for a short family walk to introduce the whole family to successfully identifying song bird in the Sierra. This walk will teach you birds easily seen in other national parks. Watch how the whole family becomes quietly excited watching song birds in Sequoia National Park. Binoculars supplied. Wuksachi/Giant Forest area. See local postings for specific time and meet-up location. For ages 5 and up. No cost. |
| 7/6/2013 | Wild Cave Tour | Explore, crawl and climb through passageways, over steep drop offs and past intricate formations on a 4 to 6 hour tour off the beaten path. Learn proper caving techniques, etiquette and conservation issues from experienced cavers. Caving gear provided. Ages 16 years and older. Space is limited to six participants. Call 559.565.4251 to register. |
| 7/6/2013 | Voices From The Past | Listen to adventurous tales as historic characters bring the parks' past to life. All guests may indulge in the optional Western barbecue meal provided by the Wuksachi Lodge. Living history program is free. Additional cost applied for dinner. Located at Wolverton. All ages welcome. |
| 7/6/2013 | Big Trees Barn Dance | This year we are re-opening the Beetle Rock Education Center for authentic barn dances in the spirit of the building's historical past. We'll provide basic instruction and period music. You bring your dancing shoes. All ages welcome. $5 per person. Tickets can be purchased at the Giant Forest Museum or Lodgepole Visitor Center. |
| 7/7/2013 | Voices From The Past | Listen to adventurous tales as historic characters bring the parks' past to life. All guests may indulge in the optional Western barbecue meal provided by the Wuksachi Lodge. Living history program is free. Additional cost applied for dinner. Located at Wolverton. All ages welcome. |
| 7/8/2013 | Voices From The Past | Listen to adventurous tales as historic characters bring the parks' past to life. All guests may indulge in the optional Western barbecue meal provided by the Wuksachi Lodge. Living history program is free. Additional cost applied for dinner. Located at Wolverton. All ages welcome. |
| 7/9/2013 | Clover Creek Critters | The waterways of Sequoia National Park are famously crystal clear and wonderfully refreshing. Kids and adults are invited to take a short walk to Clover Creek for a hands-on discovery of local insects and amphibians. You will learn some of the funny and interesting adaptations they have to survive and thrive in the water. Meet at the Wuksachi Lodge Lobby. See local postings for specific time. For ages 5 and up. No cost. |
| 7/9/2013 | Voices From The Past | Listen to adventurous tales as historic characters bring the parks' past to life. All guests may indulge in the optional Western barbecue meal provided by the Wuksachi Lodge. Living history program is free. Additional cost applied for dinner. Located at Wolverton. All ages welcome. |
| 7/9/2013 | Talk On The Rock | Join us on Beetle Rock for an intimate conversation and campfire with John Muir and Stephen Mather as the sun sets in the west. Bring a flashlight and something to sit on. All ages welcome. Tickets are $5 per person at Giant Forest Museum or Lodgepole Visitor Center. |
| 7/10/2013 | Voices From The Past | Listen to adventurous tales as historic characters bring the parks' past to life. All guests may indulge in the optional Western barbecue meal provided by the Wuksachi Lodge. Living history program is free. Additional cost applied for dinner. Located at Wolverton. All ages welcome. |
| 7/10/2013 | Wonders of the Night Sky | Get a tour of the night sky by one of Sequoia’s interpreters. By the end of the program you will understand the basics of backyard stargazing, have heard ancient and cultural stories about the constellations and enjoyed an evening under one of California’s most brilliant skies. Meet in the lobby of the Wuksachi Lodge. No cost. |
| 7/11/2013 | Voices From The Past | Listen to adventurous tales as historic characters bring the parks' past to life. All guests may indulge in the optional Western barbecue meal provided by the Wuksachi Lodge. Living history program is free. Additional cost applied for dinner. Located at Wolverton. All ages welcome. |
| 7/12/2013 | Voices From The Past | Listen to adventurous tales as historic characters bring the parks' past to life. All guests may indulge in the optional Western barbecue meal provided by the Wuksachi Lodge. Living history program is free. Additional cost applied for dinner. Located at Wolverton. All ages welcome. |
| 7/12/2013 | Wonders of the Night Sky | Get a tour of the night sky by one of Sequoia’s interpreters. By the end of the program you will understand the basics of backyard stargazing, have heard ancient and cultural stories about the constellations and enjoyed an evening under one of California’s most brilliant skies. Meet in the lobby of the Wuksachi Lodge. No cost. |
| 7/13/2013 | Slumber Under the Lumber | Have you ever wonder what it would be like to spend the night in a museum? Do you wish you could spend the night in the Giant Forest, learning, playing and sleeping amongst the world’s largest trees? The Sequoia Natural History Association presents an educational and fun experience for you and your family: a camp-in at the Giant Forest Museum and nighttime EdVenture in John Muir’s Giant Forest! Participate in a museum scavenger hunt, adjust your eyes to the darkness and experience the nocturnal world in the Giant Forest, listen to bedtime stories from living history character Alice Eastwood, and wake up early to witness a beautiful sunrise on top of Beetle Rock. Immerse yourself and your family in a memory-making night exploring and sleeping under the world’s largest lumber! The Giant Forest Museum awaits you. $50 per person. To register, call 559-565-4251. |
| 7/13/2013 | Wild Cave Tour | Explore, crawl and climb through passageways, over steep drop offs and past intricate formations on a 4 to 6 hour tour off the beaten path. Learn proper caving techniques, etiquette and conservation issues from experienced cavers. Caving gear provided. Ages 16 years and older. Space is limited to six participants. Call 559.565.4251 to register. |
| 7/13/2013 | Voices From The Past | Listen to adventurous tales as historic characters bring the parks' past to life. All guests may indulge in the optional Western barbecue meal provided by the Wuksachi Lodge. Living history program is free. Additional cost applied for dinner. Located at Wolverton. All ages welcome. |
| 7/13/2013 | Big Trees Barn Dance | This year we are re-opening the Beetle Rock Education Center for authentic barn dances in the spirit of the building's historical past. We'll provide basic instruction and period music. You bring your dancing shoes. All ages welcome. $5 per person. Tickets can be purchased at the Giant Forest Museum or Lodgepole Visitor Center. |
| 7/14/2013 | Voices From The Past | Listen to adventurous tales as historic characters bring the parks' past to life. All guests may indulge in the optional Western barbecue meal provided by the Wuksachi Lodge. Living history program is free. Additional cost applied for dinner. Located at Wolverton. All ages welcome. |
| 7/15/2013 | Kids Campfire | Under starry Sequoia skies we’ll have the campfire blazing, and the stories and entertainment in full swing. Bring marshmallows to roast while we entertain you with stories about the people, animals and plants that make Sequoia famous around the world! All ages welcome. Wuksachi Lodge campfire circle. See local postings for specific time. No cost. |
| 7/15/2013 | Voices From The Past | Listen to adventurous tales as historic characters bring the parks' past to life. All guests may indulge in the optional Western barbecue meal provided by the Wuksachi Lodge. Living history program is free. Additional cost applied for dinner. Located at Wolverton. All ages welcome. |
| 7/16/2013 | Voices From The Past | Listen to adventurous tales as historic characters bring the parks' past to life. All guests may indulge in the optional Western barbecue meal provided by the Wuksachi Lodge. Living history program is free. Additional cost applied for dinner. Located at Wolverton. All ages welcome. |
| 7/16/2013 | Talk On The Rock | Join us on Beetle Rock for an intimate conversation and campfire with John Muir and Stephen Mather as the sun sets in the west. Bring a flashlight and something to sit on. All ages welcome. Tickets are $5 per person at Giant Forest Museum or Lodgepole Visitor Center. |
| 7/17/2013 | Voices From The Past | Listen to adventurous tales as historic characters bring the parks' past to life. All guests may indulge in the optional Western barbecue meal provided by the Wuksachi Lodge. Living history program is free. Additional cost applied for dinner. Located at Wolverton. All ages welcome. |
| 7/17/2013 | Wonders of the Night Sky | Get a tour of the night sky by one of Sequoia’s interpreters. By the end of the program you will understand the basics of backyard stargazing, have heard ancient and cultural stories about the constellations and enjoyed an evening under one of California’s most brilliant skies. Meet in the lobby of the Wuksachi Lodge. No cost. |
| 7/18/2013 | Natural History of the Tablelands Backpack Begins | This moderately strenuous backpack trip introduces us to one of the park’s most beloved areas. A feeling of safe remoteness is one of the defining features of this long weekend getaway. The first night camping at Lodgepole campground will acclimate us to higher elevation and will give us time to get to know our group. The second day, we don our backpacks for 7 mile walk in to set up a high country campsite perched above Pear Lake. On the third day our layover day, we cross country hike to the highest point in the area at 11,485’. From Alta Peak it seems our eyes and imaginations could travel forever! Day four, we pack up and hike back to the trailhead. Your backpacking guide, Rick, enjoys park history, wildflowers, photography and appreciates a good high country lake. You’ll be in great hands! Approximate daily mileage 7. Ages: 16 and over. Minors must be accompanied by an adult. Limit: 7 participants Rated: strenuous Cost: $175 SNHA member $201 non-member Price Includes: wilderness permit, guiding services and expertise, camping fees, pre-trip planning support Register by calling 559-565-4251. |
| 7/18/2013 | Voices From The Past | Listen to adventurous tales as historic characters bring the parks' past to life. All guests may indulge in the optional Western barbecue meal provided by the Wuksachi Lodge. Living history program is free. Additional cost applied for dinner. Located at Wolverton. All ages welcome. |
| 7/19/2013 | Voices From The Past | Listen to adventurous tales as historic characters bring the parks' past to life. All guests may indulge in the optional Western barbecue meal provided by the Wuksachi Lodge. Living history program is free. Additional cost applied for dinner. Located at Wolverton. All ages welcome. |
| 7/19/2013 | Wonders of the Night Sky | Get a tour of the night sky by one of Sequoia’s interpreters. By the end of the program you will understand the basics of backyard stargazing, have heard ancient and cultural stories about the constellations and enjoyed an evening under one of California’s most brilliant skies. Meet in the lobby of the Wuksachi Lodge. No cost. |
| 7/20/2013 | More Than S'Mores | Learn to use everyday foods from the supermarket and a variety of fun techniques to make a great fireside meal everyone can make and enjoy. You and your family will get to sample each item on the menu. Have a delicious, stress-free time camping in your national parks. Come and enjoy at the Lodgepole Campground! All ages welcome. $5 per person; $20 for a family of 5. Purchase tickets at any visitor center. |
| 7/20/2013 | Wild Cave Tour | Explore, crawl and climb through passageways, over steep drop offs and past intricate formations on a 4 to 6 hour tour off the beaten path. Learn proper caving techniques, etiquette and conservation issues from experienced cavers. Caving gear provided. Ages 16 years and older. Space is limited to six participants. Call 559.565.4251 to register. |
| 7/20/2013 | Voices From The Past | Listen to adventurous tales as historic characters bring the parks' past to life. All guests may indulge in the optional Western barbecue meal provided by the Wuksachi Lodge. Living history program is free. Additional cost applied for dinner. Located at Wolverton. All ages welcome. |
| 7/20/2013 | Big Trees Barn Dance | This year we are re-opening the Beetle Rock Education Center for authentic barn dances in the spirit of the building's historical past. We'll provide basic instruction and period music. You bring your dancing shoes. All ages welcome. $5 per person. Tickets can be purchased at the Giant Forest Museum or Lodgepole Visitor Center. |
| 7/21/2013 | Voices From The Past | Listen to adventurous tales as historic characters bring the parks' past to life. All guests may indulge in the optional Western barbecue meal provided by the Wuksachi Lodge. Living history program is free. Additional cost applied for dinner. Located at Wolverton. All ages welcome. |
| 7/22/2013 | Voices From The Past | Listen to adventurous tales as historic characters bring the parks' past to life. All guests may indulge in the optional Western barbecue meal provided by the Wuksachi Lodge. Living history program is free. Additional cost applied for dinner. Located at Wolverton. All ages welcome. |
| 7/22/2013 | Full Moon on Moro Rock | Meet at the top of Moro Rock for this enchanting program focusing on the features of the Moon, including craters and lunar seas. Hear stories from our civilization’s past as you enjoy the Moon rise over the Great Western Divide. All ages welcome. No cost. |
| 7/23/2013 | Clover Creek Critters | The waterways of Sequoia National Park are famously crystal clear and wonderfully refreshing. Kids and adults are invited to take a short walk to Clover Creek for a hands-on discovery of local insects and amphibians. You will learn some of the funny and interesting adaptations they have to survive and thrive in the water. Meet at the Wuksachi Lodge Lobby. See local postings for specific time. For ages 5 and up. No cost. Ages: ages 5 and up Duration: 1.5 hours Rated: Easy Cost: free |
| 7/23/2013 | Voices From The Past | Listen to adventurous tales as historic characters bring the parks' past to life. All guests may indulge in the optional Western barbecue meal provided by the Wuksachi Lodge. Living history program is free. Additional cost applied for dinner. Located at Wolverton. All ages welcome. |
| 7/23/2013 | Talk On The Rock | Join us on Beetle Rock for an intimate conversation and campfire with John Muir and Stephen Mather as the sun sets in the west. Bring a flashlight and something to sit on. All ages welcome. Tickets are $5 per person at Giant Forest Museum or Lodgepole Visitor Center. |
| 7/24/2013 | Voices From The Past | Listen to adventurous tales as historic characters bring the parks' past to life. All guests may indulge in the optional Western barbecue meal provided by the Wuksachi Lodge. Living history program is free. Additional cost applied for dinner. Located at Wolverton. All ages welcome. |
| 7/24/2013 | Wonders of the Night Sky | Get a tour of the night sky by one of Sequoia’s interpreters. By the end of the program you will understand the basics of backyard stargazing, have heard ancient and cultural stories about the constellations and enjoyed an evening under one of California’s most brilliant skies. Meet in the lobby of the Wuksachi Lodge. No cost. |
| 7/25/2013 | Exploring the Kings/Kaweah Backpack Begins | This backpack itinerary will provide a great introduction to two scenic wonders, Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks. On Thursday meet the group, rearrange your gear, and get comfortably acclimated at the Lodgepole campground. Friday’s destination is Nine Mile Creek, the perfect compromise between a day too long and a day too short. The High Sierra Trail is a piece of park history that is not to be rushed. It has breathtaking vistas and welcoming twists and turns. Saturday will find you bound for Tamarack Lake junction. From here you’ll be able to enjoy a great night sky. On Sunday, head into Deadman Canyon via the popular Elizabeth Pass. Monday will find you visiting the Roaring River Ranger station and then on to Sugarloaf Crossing for a satisfying night’s sleep. Tuesday cross Sugarloaf Valley to Comanche Meadow for a glorious night under the stars at Ranger Lake. Wednesday’s hike home up and over Silliman Pass, through Cahoon Gap back to Lodgepole is just as diverse and scenic as all the others! Ages: 18 and older Limit: 7 participants Rated: very strenuous Cost: $306 SNHA member $351 non-member Price Includes: camping fees, permits, guiding service, pre-trip planning support Register by calling 559-565-4251. |
| 7/25/2013 | Voices From The Past | Listen to adventurous tales as historic characters bring the parks' past to life. All guests may indulge in the optional Western barbecue meal provided by the Wuksachi Lodge. Living history program is free. Additional cost applied for dinner. Located at Wolverton. All ages welcome. |
| 7/26/2013 | Voices From The Past | Listen to adventurous tales as historic characters bring the parks' past to life. All guests may indulge in the optional Western barbecue meal provided by the Wuksachi Lodge. Living history program is free. Additional cost applied for dinner. Located at Wolverton. All ages welcome. |
| 7/26/2013 | Wonders of the Night Sky | Get a tour of the night sky by one of Sequoia’s interpreters. By the end of the program you will understand the basics of backyard stargazing, have heard ancient and cultural stories about the constellations and enjoyed an evening under one of California’s most brilliant skies. Meet in the lobby of the Wuksachi Lodge. No cost. |
| 7/27/2013 | Slumber Under the Lumber | Have you ever wonder what it would be like to spend the night in a museum? Do you wish you could spend the night in the Giant Forest, learning, playing and sleeping amongst the world’s largest trees? The Sequoia Natural History Association presents an educational and fun experience for you and your family: a camp-in at the Giant Forest Museum and nighttime EdVenture in John Muir’s Giant Forest! Participate in a museum scavenger hunt, adjust your eyes to the darkness and experience the nocturnal world in the Giant Forest, listen to bedtime stories from living history character Alice Eastwood, and wake up early to witness a beautiful sunrise on top of Beetle Rock. Immerse yourself and your family in a memory-making night exploring and sleeping under the world’s largest lumber! The Giant Forest Museum awaits you. $50 per person. To register, call 559-565-4251. |
| 7/27/2013 | Wild Cave Tour | Explore, crawl and climb through passageways, over steep drop offs and past intricate formations on a 4 to 6 hour tour off the beaten path. Learn proper caving techniques, etiquette and conservation issues from experienced cavers. Caving gear provided. Ages 16 years and older. Space is limited to six participants. Call 559.565.4251 to register. |
| 7/27/2013 | Voices From The Past | Listen to adventurous tales as historic characters bring the parks' past to life. All guests may indulge in the optional Western barbecue meal provided by the Wuksachi Lodge. Living history program is free. Additional cost applied for dinner. Located at Wolverton. All ages welcome. |
| 7/27/2013 | Big Trees Barn Dance | This year we are re-opening the Beetle Rock Education Center for authentic barn dances in the spirit of the building's historical past. We'll provide basic instruction and period music. You bring your dancing shoes. All ages welcome. $5 per person. Tickets can be purchased at the Giant Forest Museum or Lodgepole Visitor Center. |
| 7/28/2013 | Voices From The Past | Listen to adventurous tales as historic characters bring the parks' past to life. All guests may indulge in the optional Western barbecue meal provided by the Wuksachi Lodge. Living history program is free. Additional cost applied for dinner. Located at Wolverton. All ages welcome. |
| 7/29/2013 | Voices From The Past | Listen to adventurous tales as historic characters bring the parks' past to life. All guests may indulge in the optional Western barbecue meal provided by the Wuksachi Lodge. Living history program is free. Additional cost applied for dinner. Located at Wolverton. All ages welcome. |
| 7/30/2013 | Voices From The Past | Listen to adventurous tales as historic characters bring the parks' past to life. All guests may indulge in the optional Western barbecue meal provided by the Wuksachi Lodge. Living history program is free. Additional cost applied for dinner. Located at Wolverton. All ages welcome. |
| 7/30/2013 | Talk On The Rock | Join us on Beetle Rock for an intimate conversation and campfire with John Muir and Stephen Mather as the sun sets in the west. Bring a flashlight and something to sit on. All ages welcome. Tickets are $5 per person at Giant Forest Museum or Lodgepole Visitor Center. |
| 7/31/2013 | Voices From The Past | Listen to adventurous tales as historic characters bring the parks' past to life. All guests may indulge in the optional Western barbecue meal provided by the Wuksachi Lodge. Living history program is free. Additional cost applied for dinner. Located at Wolverton. All ages welcome. |
| 7/31/2013 | Wonders of the Night Sky | Get a tour of the night sky by one of Sequoia’s interpreters. By the end of the program you will understand the basics of backyard stargazing, have heard ancient and cultural stories about the constellations and enjoyed an evening under one of California’s most brilliant skies. Meet in the lobby of the Wuksachi Lodge. No cost. |
| 8/1/2013 | Voices From The Past | Listen to adventurous tales as historic characters bring the parks' past to life. All guests may indulge in the optional Western barbecue meal provided by the Wuksachi Lodge. Living history program is free. Additional cost applied for dinner. Located at Wolverton. All ages welcome. |
| 8/2/2013 | Voices From The Past | Listen to adventurous tales as historic characters bring the parks' past to life. All guests may indulge in the optional Western barbecue meal provided by the Wuksachi Lodge. Living history program is free. Additional cost applied for dinner. Located at Wolverton. All ages welcome. |
| 8/2/2013 | Wonders of the Night Sky | Get a tour of the night sky by one of Sequoia’s interpreters. By the end of the program you will understand the basics of backyard stargazing, have heard ancient and cultural stories about the constellations and enjoyed an evening under one of California’s most brilliant skies. Meet in the lobby of the Wuksachi Lodge. No cost. |
| 8/3/2013 | Wild Cave Tour | Explore, crawl and climb through passageways, over steep drop offs and past intricate formations on a 4 to 6 hour tour off the beaten path. Learn proper caving techniques, etiquette and conservation issues from experienced cavers. Caving gear provided. Ages 16 years and older. Space is limited to six participants. Call 559.565.4251 to register. |
| 8/3/2013 | Voices From The Past | Listen to adventurous tales as historic characters bring the parks' past to life. All guests may indulge in the optional Western barbecue meal provided by the Wuksachi Lodge. Living history program is free. Additional cost applied for dinner. Located at Wolverton. All ages welcome. |
| 8/3/2013 | Big Trees Barn Dance | This year we are re-opening the Beetle Rock Education Center for authentic barn dances in the spirit of the building's historical past. We'll provide basic instruction and period music. You bring your dancing shoes. All ages welcome. $5 per person. Tickets can be purchased at the Giant Forest Museum or Lodgepole Visitor Center. |
| 8/4/2013 | Voices From The Past | Listen to adventurous tales as historic characters bring the parks' past to life. All guests may indulge in the optional Western barbecue meal provided by the Wuksachi Lodge. Living history program is free. Additional cost applied for dinner. Located at Wolverton. All ages welcome. |
| 8/5/2013 | Starry Nights Backpack Begins | Our astronomy programs are so popular even WestWays magazine (September 2012) caught the fever! Have you ever contemplated the mysteries of the universe or wondered what other constellations you can see besides the Big Dipper? Do you want to impress your friends next time you find yourselves under the incredible blanket of stars? Then perhaps you should join Sequoia sky ranger, Tara Hostnik, on a unique backpacking trip to the Tablelands, an alpine paradise with open sky into which many hikers rarely venture. This trip will highlight the night sky, teaching participants the basics of backyard astronomy using the naked eye and powerful binoculars. Become familiar with more advanced deep sky objects, such as popular summer star clusters and nebulae that fascinate advanced astronomers. This 4-day, 3-night adventure will certainly be a memorable experience as you leave with a new appreciation for astronomy and stars seen from one of the best night skies in California! Ages: 15 and older. Minors must be accompanied by an adult. Limit: 7 participants Rated: strenuous Cost: $350 SNHA member $402 non-member Price Includes: permits, fees, guiding and instruction, pre-trip consultation are all included Register by calling 559-565-4251. |
| 8/5/2013 | Voices From The Past | Listen to adventurous tales as historic characters bring the parks' past to life. All guests may indulge in the optional Western barbecue meal provided by the Wuksachi Lodge. Living history program is free. Additional cost applied for dinner. Located at Wolverton. All ages welcome. |
| 8/6/2013 | Middle Fork Kings River Backpack Begins | This is a great opportunity for a backpacking exploration of the northwestern portion of Kings Canyon National Park. Meet your group on Tuesday evening in Cedar Grove. Wednesday morning the EdVenture begins after a van ride to your trailhead and your second night of acclimating. Thursday morning hike to gorgeous Crown Valley and spend your first night in the true wilderness. Friday hike down into Tehipite Valley sometimes called a hidden Yosemite! On Saturday, hike up the Middle Fork of the Kings River to Simpson Meadow to spend two nights. Sunday enjoy a layover day to hike to the upper section of the Middle Fork of the Kings, or just enjoy a day in camp, reading a good book. Monday you will be back on the trail to spend the night at Lake of the Fallen Moon. Tuesday you will be on your way to Volcanic Lakes. On Wednesday you’ll hike around Dead Pine Ridge and over Kennedy Pass to your campsite. On Thursday enjoy the splendid views as you make your final decent down Lewis Creek trail to your vehicles. Ages: 18 and older. Limit: 7 participants Rated: very strenuous Cost: $481 SNHA member $553 non-member Price Includes: permits, camping fees, vanpool fees, guiding service, pre-trip planning support Register at 559-565-4251. |
| 8/6/2013 | Voices From The Past | Listen to adventurous tales as historic characters bring the parks' past to life. All guests may indulge in the optional Western barbecue meal provided by the Wuksachi Lodge. Living history program is free. Additional cost applied for dinner. Located at Wolverton. All ages welcome. |
| 8/6/2013 | Talk On The Rock | Join us on Beetle Rock for an intimate conversation and campfire with John Muir and Stephen Mather as the sun sets in the west. Bring a flashlight and something to sit on. All ages welcome. Tickets are $5 per person at Giant Forest Museum or Lodgepole Visitor Center. |
| 8/7/2013 | Voices From The Past | Listen to adventurous tales as historic characters bring the parks' past to life. All guests may indulge in the optional Western barbecue meal provided by the Wuksachi Lodge. Living history program is free. Additional cost applied for dinner. Located at Wolverton. All ages welcome. |
| 8/7/2013 | Wonders of the Night Sky | Get a tour of the night sky by one of Sequoia’s interpreters. By the end of the program you will understand the basics of backyard stargazing, have heard ancient and cultural stories about the constellations and enjoyed an evening under one of California’s most brilliant skies. Meet in the lobby of the Wuksachi Lodge. No cost. |
| 8/8/2013 | Voices From The Past | Listen to adventurous tales as historic characters bring the parks' past to life. All guests may indulge in the optional Western barbecue meal provided by the Wuksachi Lodge. Living history program is free. Additional cost applied for dinner. Located at Wolverton. All ages welcome. |
| 8/9/2013 | Voices From The Past | Listen to adventurous tales as historic characters bring the parks' past to life. All guests may indulge in the optional Western barbecue meal provided by the Wuksachi Lodge. Living history program is free. Additional cost applied for dinner. Located at Wolverton. All ages welcome. |
| 8/9/2013 | Wonders of the Night Sky | Get a tour of the night sky by one of Sequoia’s interpreters. By the end of the program you will understand the basics of backyard stargazing, have heard ancient and cultural stories about the constellations and enjoyed an evening under one of California’s most brilliant skies. Meet in the lobby of the Wuksachi Lodge. No cost. |
| 8/10/2013 | Slumber Under the Lumber | Have you ever wonder what it would be like to spend the night in a museum? Do you wish you could spend the night in the Giant Forest, learning, playing and sleeping amongst the world’s largest trees? The Sequoia Natural History Association presents an educational and fun experience for you and your family: a camp-in at the Giant Forest Museum and nighttime EdVenture in John Muir’s Giant Forest! Participate in a museum scavenger hunt, adjust your eyes to the darkness and experience the nocturnal world in the Giant Forest, listen to bedtime stories from living history character Alice Eastwood, and wake up early to witness a beautiful sunrise on top of Beetle Rock. Immerse yourself and your family in a memory-making night exploring and sleeping under the world’s largest lumber! The Giant Forest Museum awaits you. $50 per person. To register, call 559-565-4251. |
| 8/10/2013 | Wild Cave Tour | Explore, crawl and climb through passageways, over steep drop offs and past intricate formations on a 4 to 6 hour tour off the beaten path. Learn proper caving techniques, etiquette and conservation issues from experienced cavers. Caving gear provided. Ages 16 years and older. Space is limited to six participants. Call 559.565.4251 to register. |
| 8/10/2013 | Voices From The Past | Listen to adventurous tales as historic characters bring the parks' past to life. All guests may indulge in the optional Western barbecue meal provided by the Wuksachi Lodge. Living history program is free. Additional cost applied for dinner. Located at Wolverton. All ages welcome. |
| 8/10/2013 | Big Trees Barn Dance | This year we are re-opening the Beetle Rock Education Center for authentic barn dances in the spirit of the building's historical past. We'll provide basic instruction and period music. You bring your dancing shoes. All ages welcome. $5 per person. Tickets can be purchased at the Giant Forest Museum or Lodgepole Visitor Center. |
| 8/11/2013 | Voices From The Past | Listen to adventurous tales as historic characters bring the parks' past to life. All guests may indulge in the optional Western barbecue meal provided by the Wuksachi Lodge. Living history program is free. Additional cost applied for dinner. Located at Wolverton. All ages welcome. |
| 8/12/2013 | Voices From The Past | Listen to adventurous tales as historic characters bring the parks' past to life. All guests may indulge in the optional Western barbecue meal provided by the Wuksachi Lodge. Living history program is free. Additional cost applied for dinner. Located at Wolverton. All ages welcome. |
| 8/13/2013 | Voices From The Past | Listen to adventurous tales as historic characters bring the parks' past to life. All guests may indulge in the optional Western barbecue meal provided by the Wuksachi Lodge. Living history program is free. Additional cost applied for dinner. Located at Wolverton. All ages welcome. |
| 8/13/2013 | Talk On The Rock | Join us on Beetle Rock for an intimate conversation and campfire with John Muir and Stephen Mather as the sun sets in the west. Bring a flashlight and something to sit on. All ages welcome. Tickets are $5 per person at Giant Forest Museum or Lodgepole Visitor Center. |
| 8/14/2013 | Voices From The Past | Listen to adventurous tales as historic characters bring the parks' past to life. All guests may indulge in the optional Western barbecue meal provided by the Wuksachi Lodge. Living history program is free. Additional cost applied for dinner. Located at Wolverton. All ages welcome. |
| 8/14/2013 | Wonders of the Night Sky | Get a tour of the night sky by one of Sequoia’s interpreters. By the end of the program you will understand the basics of backyard stargazing, have heard ancient and cultural stories about the constellations and enjoyed an evening under one of California’s most brilliant skies. Meet in the lobby of the Wuksachi Lodge. No cost. |
| 8/15/2013 | Voices From The Past | Listen to adventurous tales as historic characters bring the parks' past to life. All guests may indulge in the optional Western barbecue meal provided by the Wuksachi Lodge. Living history program is free. Additional cost applied for dinner. Located at Wolverton. All ages welcome. |
| 8/16/2013 | Voices From The Past | Listen to adventurous tales as historic characters bring the parks' past to life. All guests may indulge in the optional Western barbecue meal provided by the Wuksachi Lodge. Living history program is free. Additional cost applied for dinner. Located at Wolverton. All ages welcome. |
| 8/16/2013 | Wonders of the Night Sky | Get a tour of the night sky by one of Sequoia’s interpreters. By the end of the program you will understand the basics of backyard stargazing, have heard ancient and cultural stories about the constellations and enjoyed an evening under one of California’s most brilliant skies. Meet in the lobby of the Wuksachi Lodge. No cost. |
| 8/17/2013 | Wild Cave Tour | Explore, crawl and climb through passageways, over steep drop offs and past intricate formations on a 4 to 6 hour tour off the beaten path. Learn proper caving techniques, etiquette and conservation issues from experienced cavers. Caving gear provided. Ages 16 years and older. Space is limited to six participants. Call 559.565.4251 to register. |
| 8/17/2013 | Voices From The Past | Listen to adventurous tales as historic characters bring the parks' past to life. All guests may indulge in the optional Western barbecue meal provided by the Wuksachi Lodge. Living history program is free. Additional cost applied for dinner. Located at Wolverton. All ages welcome. |
| 8/17/2013 | Big Trees Barn Dance | This year we are re-opening the Beetle Rock Education Center for authentic barn dances in the spirit of the building's historical past. We'll provide basic instruction and period music. You bring your dancing shoes. All ages welcome. $5 per person. Tickets can be purchased at the Giant Forest Museum or Lodgepole Visitor Center. |
| 8/18/2013 | Voices From The Past | Listen to adventurous tales as historic characters bring the parks' past to life. All guests may indulge in the optional Western barbecue meal provided by the Wuksachi Lodge. Living history program is free. Additional cost applied for dinner. Located at Wolverton. All ages welcome. |
| 8/19/2013 | Voices From The Past | Listen to adventurous tales as historic characters bring the parks' past to life. All guests may indulge in the optional Western barbecue meal provided by the Wuksachi Lodge. Living history program is free. Additional cost applied for dinner. Located at Wolverton. All ages welcome. |
| 8/20/2013 | Voices From The Past | Listen to adventurous tales as historic characters bring the parks' past to life. All guests may indulge in the optional Western barbecue meal provided by the Wuksachi Lodge. Living history program is free. Additional cost applied for dinner. Located at Wolverton. All ages welcome. |
| 8/20/2013 | Full Moon on Moro Rock | Meet at the top of Moro Rock for this enchanting program focusing on the features of the Moon, including craters and lunar seas. Hear stories from our civilization’s past as you enjoy the Moon rise over the Great Western Divide. All ages welcome. No cost. |
| 8/20/2013 | Talk On The Rock | Join us on Beetle Rock for an intimate conversation and campfire with John Muir and Stephen Mather as the sun sets in the west. Bring a flashlight and something to sit on. All ages welcome. Tickets are $5 per person at Giant Forest Museum or Lodgepole Visitor Center. |
| 8/21/2013 | Voices From The Past | Listen to adventurous tales as historic characters bring the parks' past to life. All guests may indulge in the optional Western barbecue meal provided by the Wuksachi Lodge. Living history program is free. Additional cost applied for dinner. Located at Wolverton. All ages welcome. |
| 8/21/2013 | Wonders of the Night Sky | Get a tour of the night sky by one of Sequoia’s interpreters. By the end of the program you will understand the basics of backyard stargazing, have heard ancient and cultural stories about the constellations and enjoyed an evening under one of California’s most brilliant skies. Meet in the lobby of the Wuksachi Lodge. No cost. |
| 8/22/2013 | Voices From The Past | Listen to adventurous tales as historic characters bring the parks' past to life. All guests may indulge in the optional Western barbecue meal provided by the Wuksachi Lodge. Living history program is free. Additional cost applied for dinner. Located at Wolverton. All ages welcome. |
| 8/23/2013 | Voices From The Past | Listen to adventurous tales as historic characters bring the parks' past to life. All guests may indulge in the optional Western barbecue meal provided by the Wuksachi Lodge. Living history program is free. Additional cost applied for dinner. Located at Wolverton. All ages welcome. |
| 8/23/2013 | Wonders of the Night Sky | Get a tour of the night sky by one of Sequoia’s interpreters. By the end of the program you will understand the basics of backyard stargazing, have heard ancient and cultural stories about the constellations and enjoyed an evening under one of California’s most brilliant skies. Meet in the lobby of the Wuksachi Lodge. No cost. |
| 8/24/2013 | Slumber Under the Lumber | Have you ever wonder what it would be like to spend the night in a museum? Do you wish you could spend the night in the Giant Forest, learning, playing and sleeping amongst the world’s largest trees? The Sequoia Natural History Association presents an educational and fun experience for you and your family: a camp-in at the Giant Forest Museum and nighttime EdVenture in John Muir’s Giant Forest! Participate in a museum scavenger hunt, adjust your eyes to the darkness and experience the nocturnal world in the Giant Forest, listen to bedtime stories from living history character Alice Eastwood, and wake up early to witness a beautiful sunrise on top of Beetle Rock. Immerse yourself and your family in a memory-making night exploring and sleeping under the world’s largest lumber! The Giant Forest Museum awaits you. $50 per person. To register, call 559-565-4251. |
| 8/24/2013 | Wild Cave Tour | Explore, crawl and climb through passageways, over steep drop offs and past intricate formations on a 4 to 6 hour tour off the beaten path. Learn proper caving techniques, etiquette and conservation issues from experienced cavers. Caving gear provided. Ages 16 years and older. Space is limited to six participants. Call 559.565.4251 to register. |
| 8/24/2013 | Voices From The Past | Listen to adventurous tales as historic characters bring the parks' past to life. All guests may indulge in the optional Western barbecue meal provided by the Wuksachi Lodge. Living history program is free. Additional cost applied for dinner. Located at Wolverton. All ages welcome. |
| 8/24/2013 | Big Trees Barn Dance | This year we are re-opening the Beetle Rock Education Center for authentic barn dances in the spirit of the building's historical past. We'll provide basic instruction and period music. You bring your dancing shoes. All ages welcome. $5 per person. Tickets can be purchased at the Giant Forest Museum or Lodgepole Visitor Center. |
| 8/25/2013 | Voices From The Past | Listen to adventurous tales as historic characters bring the parks' past to life. All guests may indulge in the optional Western barbecue meal provided by the Wuksachi Lodge. Living history program is free. Additional cost applied for dinner. Located at Wolverton. All ages welcome. |
| 8/26/2013 | Voices From The Past | Listen to adventurous tales as historic characters bring the parks' past to life. All guests may indulge in the optional Western barbecue meal provided by the Wuksachi Lodge. Living history program is free. Additional cost applied for dinner. Located at Wolverton. All ages welcome. |
| 8/27/2013 | Voices From The Past | Listen to adventurous tales as historic characters bring the parks' past to life. All guests may indulge in the optional Western barbecue meal provided by the Wuksachi Lodge. Living history program is free. Additional cost applied for dinner. Located at Wolverton. All ages welcome. |
| 8/27/2013 | Talk On The Rock | Join us on Beetle Rock for an intimate conversation and campfire with John Muir and Stephen Mather as the sun sets in the west. Bring a flashlight and something to sit on. All ages welcome. Tickets are $5 per person at Giant Forest Museum or Lodgepole Visitor Center. |
| 8/28/2013 | Voices From The Past | Listen to adventurous tales as historic characters bring the parks' past to life. All guests may indulge in the optional Western barbecue meal provided by the Wuksachi Lodge. Living history program is free. Additional cost applied for dinner. Located at Wolverton. All ages welcome. |
| 8/28/2013 | Wonders of the Night Sky | Get a tour of the night sky by one of Sequoia’s interpreters. By the end of the program you will understand the basics of backyard stargazing, have heard ancient and cultural stories about the constellations and enjoyed an evening under one of California’s most brilliant skies. Meet in the lobby of the Wuksachi Lodge. No cost. |
| 8/29/2013 | Voices From The Past | Listen to adventurous tales as historic characters bring the parks' past to life. All guests may indulge in the optional Western barbecue meal provided by the Wuksachi Lodge. Living history program is free. Additional cost applied for dinner. Located at Wolverton. All ages welcome. |
| 8/30/2013 | Voices From The Past | Listen to adventurous tales as historic characters bring the parks' past to life. All guests may indulge in the optional Western barbecue meal provided by the Wuksachi Lodge. Living history program is free. Additional cost applied for dinner. Located at Wolverton. All ages welcome. |
| 8/30/2013 | Wonders of the Night Sky | Get a tour of the night sky by one of Sequoia’s interpreters. By the end of the program you will understand the basics of backyard stargazing, have heard ancient and cultural stories about the constellations and enjoyed an evening under one of California’s most brilliant skies. Meet in the lobby of the Wuksachi Lodge. No cost. |
| 8/31/2013 | Voices From The Past | Listen to adventurous tales as historic characters bring the parks' past to life. All guests may indulge in the optional Western barbecue meal provided by the Wuksachi Lodge. Living history program is free. Additional cost applied for dinner. Located at Wolverton. All ages welcome. |
| 8/31/2013 | Big Trees Barn Dance | This year we are re-opening the Beetle Rock Education Center for authentic barn dances in the spirit of the building's historical past. We'll provide basic instruction and period music. You bring your dancing shoes. All ages welcome. $5 per person. Tickets can be purchased at the Giant Forest Museum or Lodgepole Visitor Center. |
| 9/1/2013 | Voices From The Past | Listen to adventurous tales as historic characters bring the parks' past to life. All guests may indulge in the optional Western barbecue meal provided by the Wuksachi Lodge. Living history program is free. Additional cost applied for dinner. Located at Wolverton. All ages welcome. |
| 9/7/2013 | Slumber Under the Lumber | Have you ever wonder what it would be like to spend the night in a museum? Do you wish you could spend the night in the Giant Forest, learning, playing and sleeping amongst the world’s largest trees? The Sequoia Natural History Association presents an educational and fun experience for you and your family: a camp-in at the Giant Forest Museum and nighttime EdVenture in John Muir’s Giant Forest! Participate in a museum scavenger hunt, adjust your eyes to the darkness and experience the nocturnal world in the Giant Forest, listen to bedtime stories from living history character Alice Eastwood, and wake up early to witness a beautiful sunrise on top of Beetle Rock. Immerse yourself and your family in a memory-making night exploring and sleeping under the world’s largest lumber! The Giant Forest Museum awaits you. $50 per person. To register, call 559-565-4251. |
| 9/14/2013 | Ghosts of Giant Forest | The sun may set on the Giant Forest, but the stories of the named trees never fade. Meet us at the Giant Forest Museum for a ghostly lantern tour of the Giant Forest’s most memorable named big trees. Lanterns will be supplied. Meet at the Giant Forest Museum. See local postings for specific time. For ages 16 and up. No cost. |
| 9/19/2013 | Full Moon on Moro Rock | Meet at the top of Moro Rock for this enchanting program focusing on the features of the Moon, including craters and lunar seas. Hear stories from our civilization’s past as you enjoy the Moon rise over the Great Western Divide. All ages welcome. No cost. |
| 9/28/2013 | Ghosts of Giant Forest | The sun may set on the Giant Forest, but the stories of the named trees never fade. Meet us at the Giant Forest Museum for a ghostly lantern tour of the Giant Forest’s most memorable named big trees. Lanterns will be supplied. Meet at the Giant Forest Museum. See local postings for specific time. For ages 16 and up. No cost. |
| 10/19/2013 | Full Moon on Moro Rock | Meet at the top of Moro Rock for this enchanting program focusing on the features of the Moon, including craters and lunar seas. Hear stories from our civilization’s past as you enjoy the Moon rise over the Great Western Divide. Duration: 1 hour Rated: moderate Ages: all ages Cost: free |
| 10/25/2013 | Pumpkin Carving | Did you know the first “jack-o-lantern” was actually carved out of a turnip by the Irish? Hear this and other stories while making your own jack-o-lantern in this Halloween-themed program at the Wuksachi Lodge. See local postings for specific time. Location: Wuksachi Lodge Duration: 2 hours Ages: all ages Cost: free |
| 10/26/2013 | Halloween at Crystal Cave | October 26 & 27; Tour Times: 11am, 1pm, 3pm Join our team of experienced cave naturalists for a day of spooky Halloween fun, inspired by Crystal Cave's rich human history. The cave has entertained and been loved by countless visitors since its opening in 1940. It even served as a winter home for a group of Civilian Conservation Corps workers, who were building trails inside. Of course, the cave has hosted many explorers through the centuries, from Native peoples to National Park Service personnel. Do the spirits of these past visitors still linger and roam the cave's marble passageways? This one hour long tour will stop in beautiful cave rooms and along the way we'll meet the "ghosts" of Crystal Cave's past. Ages: 8 years old and older Cost: $20 per person Tickets must be purchased at the Foothills or Lodgepole Visitor Center |
| 10/27/2013 | Halloween at Crystal Cave | October 26 & 27; Tour Times: 11am, 1pm, 3pm Join our team of experienced cave naturalists for a day of spooky Halloween fun, inspired by Crystal Cave's rich human history. The cave has entertained and been loved by countless visitors since its opening in 1940. It even served as a winter home for a group of Civilian Conservation Corps workers, who were building trails inside. Of course, the cave has hosted many explorers through the centuries, from Native peoples to National Park Service personnel. Do the spirits of these past visitors still linger and roam the cave's marble passageways? This one hour long tour will stop in beautiful cave rooms and along the way we'll meet the "ghosts" of Crystal Cave's past. Ages: 8 years old and older Cost: $20 per person Tickets must be purchased at the Foothills or Lodgepole Visitor Center |
| 11/30/2013 | Crystal Cave Closes | |
| 12/20/2013 | Pear Lake Ski Hut Opens |
