Contacts:
Peter Bartelme, Yosemite Conservancy, 415-664-1503, pb@prstrategies.com
Jennifer Miller, Yosemite Conservancy, 415-434-1782, jmiller@yosemiteconservancy.org
Press Releases 2013
Yosemite National Park, April 4, 2013 - New outdoor art workshops and captivating live theater performances add to the richness and drama of a visit to spectactular Yosemite National Park.
Yosemite National Park, March 5, 2013 – Yosemite Conservancy unveiled an exciting line-up of Outdoor Adventures for 2013 that give visitors a rare opportunity to experience Yosemite National Park’s glorious backcountry, wilderness, geology, art and culture in small groups led by renowned experts.
Press Releases 2012
Lottery Registration Now Open for Yosemite's Ostrander Ski Hut
Yosemite National Park - November 1, 2012 - Yosemite Conservancy is accepting lottery registration forms for the 2012-2013 season at Ostrander Ski Hut, a popular overnight destination for those making the stunning 10-mile trek from Badger Pass Ski Area to Ostrander Lake in Yosemite National Park.
Yosemite Conservancy Expands Fundraising Capability With Three Major Appointments
San Francisco- October 11, 2012 – Yosemite Conservancy, the only philanthropic organization dedicated exclusively to the protection and preservation of Yosemite National Park and enhancement of the visitor experience, today announced three major appointments that will expand its fundraising capability and expertise.
Yosemite Conservancy to Fund Youth Programs with $1.3 Million
Yosemite National Park-August 14, 2012- An innovative program that inspires underserved children to care for the outdoors using photography as a teaching tool and another that encourages teenagers to seek careers as environmental stewards though hands-on internships are among nine new and established Youth in Yosemite programs that will benefit from $1.3 million provided by Yosemite Conservancy.
Tenaya Lake Area in Yosemite the Focus of Major Restoration Work
Yosemite National Park-June 18, 2012- Yosemite's Tenaya Lake, once called the "Lake of Shining Rocks," will sparkle even more brightly following major restoration efforts this summer to its east beach and surrounding wetlands and trails with funding provided by Yosemite Conservancy.
Yosemite National Park- June 5, 2012 – Yosemite Conservancy has unveiled an exciting summer line up of new art and theater programs for all ages in Yosemite National Park.
New Yosemite Falls Webcam Provides a Spectacular View of North America's Highest Waterfall
Yosemite National Park - May 14, 2012
The majesty of Yosemite Falls, North America’s highest waterfall, can now be viewed on Yosemite Conservancy's website thanks to a new webcam. The nonprofit organization is connecting people to Yosemite National Park using webcams and a variety of technologies.
Yosemite National Park - April 27, 2012
Delaware North Companies Parks & Resorts at Yosemite, authorized concessioner for Yosemite National Park, and Yosemite Conservancy, a non-profit organization dedicated to the protection and preservation of Yosemite, are pleased to offer additional dates for the new “Yosemite Insider Experience” package for park visitors.
Yosemite National Park-February 28, 2012
Imagine strolling through Yosemite Valley some 140 years ago with naturalist John Muir listening to his poetic descriptions of Half Dome and learning about his legendary adventures. As one of Yosemite Conservancy’s unique Outdoor Adventures in 2012, visitors to Yosemite National Park can take a step back in time by retracing Muir’s steps with his great-great grandson Robert Hanna and Muir actor Frank Helling. The four-mile hike this April will explore where Muir lived and worked in Yosemite Valley, and his favorite spots and discoveries.
Yosemite National Park- February 10, 2012
Yosemite National Park concessioner Delaware North Companies (DNC) Parks & Resorts is pleased to partner with Yosemite Conservancy, a non-profit organization dedicated to the protection and preservation of Yosemite National Park, to provide a “Lodging and Learning” package for Yosemite National Park visitors.
Lottery Space at Historic Ostrander Ski Hut in Yosemite National Park Ends Nov. 16
Yosemite National Park- November 10, 2011
Yosemite Conservancy is accepting lottery registration forms for the 2012 season at Ostrander Ski Hut, a popular overnight destination for those making the stunning 10-mile trek from Badger Pass Ski Area to Ostrander Lake in Yosemite National Park.
Yosemite Conservancy Provides $9.3 Million in Support to Yosemite National Park
Yosemite National Park- October 3, 2011
Yosemite Conservancy provided $9.3 million in support to Yosemite National Park during the last year to fund projects and programs ranging from trail restoration and wildlife protection to art, youth, and educational programming.
Campaign Improves Popular Trails in Yosemite National Park
Yosemite National Park - Septt 7, 2011
Yosemite Conservancy and the National Park Service today celebrated the completion of a $13.5 million campaign to restore popular hiking trails in Yosemite National Park from Yosemite Valley to the rugged backcountry of the High Sierra.
Yosemite’s Historic Wawona Hotel Fountains Spring to Life
Yosemite National Park- August 24, 2011
With its white wooden buildings, verandas and sprawling green lawns, Yosemite’s Wawona Hotel cradles its visitors in Victorian elegance. Two signature features of this National Landmark — the stone fountain in front of the hotel and a fountain at the entrance to the adjacent Thomas Hill Studio — have again sprung to life after major rehabilitation projects.
Yosemite’s Tenaya Lake Area to Get Major Makeover
Yosemite National Park- June 14, 2011
The first phase of a major makeover at Tenaya Lake, one of Yosemite National Park’s most popular summer destinations, will restore wetlands and improve beach access with funding by Yosemite Conservancy.
Art and Theater Programs in Yosemite National Park a Popular Draw
Yosemite National Park- May 12, 2011
Yosemite has inspired artists and performers for generations. This movement continues today with programs in Yosemite Valley that teach visitors how to create their own masterpieces and learn about the park through theater shows that bring to life its history, people and landscapes.
Yosemite National Park, April 21, 2011
Photographer Scot Miller, who brought Thoreau's Walden and Cape Cod to life, combines the seminal work of John Muir’s My First Summer in the Sierra with stunning new photography in the 100th Anniversary Illustrated Edition of this American classic. Published in collaboration with Yosemite Conservancy, a portion of the book’s sales will support the nonprofit’s work to preserve and protect Yosemite National Park and enhance the visitor experience.
Yosemite Conservancy Unveils New Outdoor Adventures in Yosemite National Park
Yosemite, Calif., April 5, 2011
Yosemite Conservancy announced new ways for visitors to experience Yosemite National Park through its Outdoor Adventures programs ‑ from photography courses on capturing stunning natural phenomena, family camping expeditions in the high country to hikes that explore Tuolumne Meadows birds.
Yosemite Conservancy Seeks $1.3 Million To Fund Life Changing Youth Programs in Yosemite
Yosemite, Calif., February 22, 2011
To cultivate thousands of future environmental stewards, young people will learn about wildlife, experience their first wilderness overnight trip, or become accomplished in trail repair by participating in one of 11 Youth in Yosemite programs to be funded with $1.3 million by Yosemite Conservancy.
Press Releases 2010
Yosemite Conservancy Donates $5.9 Million to Yosemite National Park
Yosemite National Park, October 4, 2010
With Giant Sequoias keeping watch nearby, Yosemite Conservancy donated $5.9 million to Yosemite National Park to preserve and protect park resources and enrich the visitor experience.
Yosemite Conservancy Connects People with Park
Merger of two celebrated nonprofits into Yosemite Conservancy launches a new era in providing for Yosemite National Park.
Yosemite National Park, June 4, 2010
Yosemite Conservancy, a nonprofit organization benefitting Yosemite National Park and its millions of visitors, was launched today with commendations by public officials, songs by local school children and cheers of people who love the park...
Yosemite Fund to Raise $1million for Youth in Yosemite
“Youth in Yosemite” Programs to Cultivate Future Park Stewards
“Amid Yosemite’s grandeur, young lives are changed”
San Francisco, Calif., March 8, 2010 – The Yosemite Fund is seeking $1 million for youth programs to cultivate future park stewards through hands-on experience in Yosemite National Park…
Major Yosemite Nonprofits to Merge
The Yosemite Fund and Yosemite Association Approve Formation of a Unified Organization Dedicated to Supporting Projects and Programs in Yosemite National Park .
San Francisco, December 17, 2009 – The Yosemite Fund and Yosemite Association, two of Yosemite National Park’s major nonprofit groups, are forming a unified nonprofit that will make it even easier to support projects and programs that preserve park resources and enrich the visitor experience…
2009
"Moose" Honored with 2009 Yosemite Fund Award
$5.8 Million Donated to Yosemite National Park by The Yosemite Fund
Half Dome Overlook Makeover Completed in Yosemite National Park
2008
Historic Tunnel View Overlook Makeover Completed in Yosemite National Park
Yosemite National Park Superintendent Named New President of the Yosemite Fund
2006-2007
$1.3 Million Makeover of Yosemite Valley Visitor Center Exhibit Hall Unveiled at Ceremonies
Environmental and Recreational Organizations Take Action Supporting National Park Service
The nonprofit Yosemite Fund Sponsors Adventure Program About Yosemite National Park's Miraculous Trails
Rowell Award for The Art of Adventure
Yosemite Fund President Bob Hansen to Retire at end of 2008
Tunnel View Project underway, inaugurates National Park Service Centennial Challenge
Multimillion-Dollar Campaign Launched to Save Popular Trails in Yosemite National Park
Hundreds Celebrate Completion of Facelift to Yosemite's Dramatic Olmsted Point Overlook
$3.5 Million Donated to Yosemite National Park