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Trump administration mulls secret Yosemite land swap with developer
politics3 days ago

Trump administration mulls secret Yosemite land swap with developer

Reports say the Trump administration is privately pursuing a land-exchange deal that would hand a parcel inside Yosemite National Park to private developer Kingsbarn Realty Capital in exchange for land elsewhere, to build a new road into the park. The plan, discussed since spring 2025 and subject to federal review, has drawn criticism from California lawmakers who say national parks should be protected rather than sold to private interests.

via USA Today|
#kingsbarn-realty-capital#land-exchange#national-park-service
Yosemite parcel eyed for private development, triggering political backlash
environment4 days ago

Yosemite parcel eyed for private development, triggering political backlash

Notus reports the National Park Service is weighing a plan to transfer a quarter-mile parcel inside Yosemite to Kingsbarn Realty Capital via a land exchange with equal-value California land; no final decision has been made and any move would undergo environmental review and public notification. The Interior Department’s top political leaders are said to back the idea, prompting outrage from conservation groups and California lawmakers who warn against privatizing public lands, while officials emphasize there is no predetermined outcome.

via The Guardian|
#environment#interior-department#kingsbarn-realty-capital
Prominent speed climber Whisenant dies in Sierra Nevada climbing incident
sports20 days ago

Prominent speed climber Whisenant dies in Sierra Nevada climbing incident

Speed climber Jacob Whisenant, 30, died in a climbing-related incident in California's Sequoia-Kings Canyon Wilderness on August 2. After a two-day search, rangers recovered his body, and the Tulare County Sheriff’s Office lists the death as an accident. Whisenant was known for record-fast ascents on El Capitan in Yosemite (Lurking Fear) and The Prow on Washington Column, often with Brant Hysell; his family has started a GoFundMe.

via ABC7 Los Angeles|
#el-capitan#jacob-whisenant#sequoia-kings-canyon-wilderness
Yosemite's first no-reservation summer sparks crowding and chaos
travel3 months ago

Yosemite's first no-reservation summer sparks crowding and chaos

Yosemite's first summer without a timed reservation brought long entry lines, scarce parking, and crowded shuttles as visitor numbers jumped, prompting ongoing traffic-management efforts and ongoing debate among environmentalists about crowd limits; visitors are advised to arrive early, visit on weekdays, or use bus transportation to avoid the worst of the jams.

via ABC7 San Francisco|
#crowding#park-management#reservation-system
Yosemite Ranger Fired for Displaying Trans Pride Flag at El Capitan
world1 year ago

Yosemite Ranger Fired for Displaying Trans Pride Flag at El Capitan

A Yosemite National Park employee was fired after participating in a demonstration to display a trans-pride flag over El Capitan, sparking controversy and accusations of silencing LGBTQ+ voices. The incident involved the group climbing El Capitan to raise the flag, which was later removed, but the employee's termination has raised concerns about free speech and park regulations. Activists are calling for reinstatement and an investigation, framing the event as a broader issue of civil rights and expression.

via Los Angeles Times|
#employee-firing#free-speech#lgbtq-activism
Pro Climber Charlie Barrett Gets Life for Yosemite Sexual Assaults
us2 years ago

Pro Climber Charlie Barrett Gets Life for Yosemite Sexual Assaults

Professional rock climber Charles Barrett was sentenced to life in prison for sexually assaulting a woman during a 2016 weekend trip to Yosemite National Park. Barrett, who was convicted on two counts of aggravated sexual abuse and one count of abusive sexual contact, used his status to assault women in the rock-climbing community. Three other women also testified against him, though their cases were not federally charged. Barrett's lawyers plan to appeal the life sentence.

via The New York Times|
#charles-barrett#life-sentence#rock-climber
Pro Rock Climber Gets Life Sentence for Yosemite Sexual Assaults
crime2 years ago

Pro Rock Climber Gets Life Sentence for Yosemite Sexual Assaults

Professional rock climber Charles Barrett was sentenced to life in prison for sexually assaulting a 19-year-old woman in Yosemite National Park in 2016. Barrett, who has a history of violence and predatory behavior towards women, was convicted of two counts of aggravated sexual abuse and one count of abusive sexual contact. Additional testimonies from other victims and Barrett's attempts to intimidate and silence them contributed to his life sentence.

via USA TODAY|
#charles-barrett#crime#life-sentence
Pro Climber Charles Barrett Gets Life for Yosemite Rapes
crime2 years ago

Pro Climber Charles Barrett Gets Life for Yosemite Rapes

Professional rock climber Charles Barrett was sentenced to life in prison for the 2016 sexual assault of a woman at Yosemite National Park. Barrett, who has a history of sexual violence and intimidation, was convicted on two counts of aggravated sexual abuse and one count of abusive sexual contact. Despite his attorneys arguing mental health issues, Barrett's long history of assaults and threats led to the life sentence.

via NBC News|
#crime#federal-court#life-sentence
Pro Climber Charles Barrett Gets Life for Yosemite Sexual Assaults
crime2 years ago

Pro Climber Charles Barrett Gets Life for Yosemite Sexual Assaults

Professional rock climber Charles Barrett was sentenced to life in prison for multiple sexual assaults in Yosemite National Park. Barrett, who assaulted a woman three times in August 2016, was also accused by three other women of similar assaults. Despite being in custody, Barrett continued to threaten and harass his victims, showing no remorse. U.S. Attorney Phillip A. Talbert praised the courage of the victims who came forward.

via KTLA Los Angeles|
#charles-barrett#crime#rock-climbing
crime2 years ago

Pro Climber Charles Barrett Gets Life for Yosemite Sexual Assaults

Professional rock climber Charles Barrett has been sentenced to life in prison for multiple sexual assaults in Yosemite National Park. Barrett used his status to intimidate and assault women in the climbing community, and continued to harass his victims even after being reported. The case highlights the efforts of the National Park Service and the U.S. Attorney's Office in prosecuting violent crimes in national parks.

via Department of Justice|
#crime#life-sentence#rock-climbing
"Massive Winter Storm to Blanket Sierra Nevada with 10 Feet of Snow"
weather2 years ago

"Massive Winter Storm to Blanket Sierra Nevada with 10 Feet of Snow"

A powerful Pacific storm is forecast to bring up to 10 feet of snow into the Sierra Nevada by the weekend, prompting closures of Yosemite National Park and a Lake Tahoe ski resort. The storm is expected to cause blizzard conditions, with winds gusting over 115 mph and significant snowfall in the region. Backcountry avalanche warnings are in place, and travel restrictions have been imposed on Interstate 80. While the storm will provide much-needed snowpack for California's water supply, it also poses challenges for the ski industry and travelers in the area.

via The Associated Press|
#blizzard#california#sierra-nevada
"Pro Rock Climber Convicted of Sexual Assault in Yosemite National Park"
crime2 years ago

"Pro Rock Climber Convicted of Sexual Assault in Yosemite National Park"

Professional rock climber Charles Barrett was convicted of sexually assaulting a woman in Yosemite National Park in 2016, using his fame to lure victims to the park. He was found guilty of two counts of aggravated sexual abuse and one count of abusive sexual contact, with sentencing scheduled for May 21. Barrett, known in the California climbing community, allegedly used force to assault the victim during a weekend in August. Three other women testified against him, but their cases were not charged federally. Barrett's attorneys plan to appeal the verdict, stating that they don't believe the evidence warranted a guilty verdict.

via NBC News|
#charles-barrett#conviction#crime
"Exploring the Camera Capabilities of the iPhone 15 Pro Max in Yosemite"
technology2 years ago

"Exploring the Camera Capabilities of the iPhone 15 Pro Max in Yosemite"

A professional photographer took Apple's new iPhone 15 Pro Max and iPhone 13 Pro Max to Yosemite National Park for a camera test. The iPhone 15 Pro Max's main camera with its larger sensor captured more light and rendered colors more accurately, resulting in richer and more detailed photos. The 15 Pro Max's 5x telephoto camera also showed significant improvements in image quality, with better light capture and a wider tonal range. However, lens flares and the infamous iPhone "green dot" issue still persist. Overall, the iPhone 15 Pro Max's cameras are a significant improvement over the 13 Pro Max, making it a worthwhile upgrade for photography enthusiasts.

via CNET|
#camera-test#image-quality#iphone-15-pro-max