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STEAM TRAIN Redwood Valley Railway in Tilden Regional Park near Berkeley and Orinda east of San Francisco 4K HDR #steamtrains #travel #vacation #tourism #locomotives #sanfrancisco #california #trainride #steamtrain #redwoodvalleyrailwaym#miniaturesteamtrainm #tildensteamtrain The Redwood Valley Railway is a 15 in (381 mm) gauge miniature railway in Tilden Regional Park near Berkeley, California. It was established in 1952 by Erich Thomsen as the Tilden South Gate and Pacific Railway, on a 12 in (305 mm) gauge, and has since expanded to 1+1⁄4 miles (2 km) of track and carries over 160,000 passengers a year. Thomsen worked in the engineering department for the Western Pacific Railroad and received at least three patents for his work The railway occupies land near the base of Vollmer Peak that was previously used as an anti-aircraft gun emplacement. 800 now-mature redwood trees were planted when the railroad was initially laid out. In 1968, the railroad was re-gauged to 15 in (381 mm) in. The new 15" gauge, 5" scale equipment allowed two adults to ride side by side and is representative of American narrow gauge railroads. Two of Redwood Valley's locomotives have made trips to England, run on several English 15 in gauge railways, including the Ravenglass and Eskdale.[9][10] After Thomsen died in 1995, his daughter Ellen assumed operations of the Redwood Valley Railway Schedule The Redwood Valley Railway operates Saturday and Sunday from 11 am to 6 pm year-round (11am to sundown in winter - weather permitting). During the summer (from mid June to Labor Day) the railway operates 7 days a week from 11 am to 5 pm weekdays and 11 am to 6 pm weekends. Special events The first full weekend in June is the Anniversary Meet, which is open to the public from 11am to 6pm. Most of the RVRy's locomotives are under steam, and often visiting locomotives and rolling stock appear for the occasion. RVRy celebrates "Winterfest", usually during the first and second weekends of December. During this time, the railway opens at its normal hours but closes after dark at 7pm. Guests experience the magic of the winter forest after dark complete with Father Solstice on his own train, illuminated themed areas of the railroad pertaining to the stages of water and a warm, holiday atmosphere. Ticket prices are the same as normal operating days. Rolling stock Locomotives The railroad has four 15-inch scale steam locomotives, designed by Erich Thomsen and built on location by the railroad's Redwood Valley Shops. Each is designed for service on the RVRy and while they are not based on any full-size prototypes, they share many details with engines built by the Baldwin Locomotive Works built between 1875 and 1910[2][10] In addition, RVRy owns a single diesel-hydraulic locomotive, number 2, which only is used for maintenance-of-way. The Redwood Valley Railway maintains a dozen or so wooden gondolas, built similar to those found on 36" narrow-gauge lines in the American West.[18] The gondolas, equipped with seating for up to eight adults, are the mainstay passenger rolling stock for this operation. The RVRy also owns three stock cars which have been specifically built to carry passengers as well. These are often favorites with small children, although a full-sized adult can comfortably fit inside. The RVRy owns numerous four-wheel maintenance-of-way cars known as "jimmies", which have specialized uses such as welding, tie replacement, or carrying ballast. The RVRy also rosters a single flatcar, built as a high school shop project by one of the crew in the 1970s. This rugged flatcar has seen thousands of uses, and is one of the most versatile cars on the railroad. Unique among the roster of cars is a coal gondola, once used to carry extra coal for number 4. Coal was used up until the mid-1970s when number 4 was converted to fuel oil. The coal gondola, with its higher sides, is infrequently used. It currently carries a few dozen metal folding chairs for the annual meet. RVRy caboose A favorite with both young and old is the caboose. Based on a D&RGW 36" gauge prototype, this "short" center cupola caboose has graced the end of most revenue trains for over 30 years. Future projects Parts for a 2-4-4 Forney and a 2-6-0 exist, but currently remain unassembled. Plans for a second caboose and a lavish, scale (down to the furniture, wallpaper, and bar with tiny glasses) business car are in the works. As of mid-2010 the boiler for number 13, the aforementioned 2-6-0 has been manufactured. Not to be confused with a visiting GSP&P 13 from the Glenwood Southpark and Pacific. #trainride #steamtrain #redwoodvalleyrailway #miniaturesteamtrain #tildensteamtrain steam train ride, train ride sleep #trainrideambience, train ride switzerland

Yosemite National Park Spring 2022 View from Tunnel View #travel #vacation #california #yosemitefalls yosemite national park,national park,national parks usa,vernal falls,national parks,yosemite travel tips #gratefuldead Yosemite National Park (/joʊˈsɛmɪti/ yoh-SEM-ih-tee)[5] is an American national park in the state of California,[6][7] surrounded on the southeast by Sierra National Forest and on the northwest by Stanislaus National Forest. The park is managed by the National Park Service and covers an area of 759,620 acres (1,187 sq mi; 3,074 km2)[3] in four counties – centered in Tuolumne and Mariposa, extending north and east to Mono and south to Madera County. Designated a World Heritage Site in 1984, Yosemite is internationally recognized for its cliffs, waterfalls, clear streams, giant sequoia groves, lakes, mountains, meadows, glaciers, and biological diversity.[8] Almost 95 percent of the park is designated wilderness.[9] Yosemite is one of the largest and least fragmented habitat blocks in the Sierra Nevada, and the park supports a diversity of plants and animals. The geology of the Yosemite area is characterized by granite rocks and remnants of older rock. About 10 million years ago, the Sierra Nevada was uplifted and tilted to form its unique slopes, which increased the steepness of stream and river beds, resulting in the formation of deep, narrow canyons. About one million years ago glaciers formed at higher elevations which eventually melted and moved downslope, cutting and sculpting the U-shaped valley that attracts so many visitors to its scenic vistas.[8] European American settlers first entered Yosemite Valley itself in 1851. There are earlier instances of other travelers entering the Valley but James D. Savage is credited with discovering the area that became Yosemite National Park.[10] Despite Savage and others claiming their discovery of Yosemite, the region and Valley itself have been inhabited for nearly 4,000 years, although humans may have visited the area as long as 8,000 to 10,000 years ago. Yosemite was critical to the development of the national park idea. Galen Clark and others lobbied to protect Yosemite Valley from development, ultimately leading to President Abraham Lincoln's signing of the Yosemite Grant of 1864 which declared Yosemite as federally preserved land.[13] It was not until 1890 that John Muir led a successful movement which had Congress establish Yosemite Valley and its surrounding areas as a National Park. This helped pave the way for the National Park System.[13] Yosemite draws about four million visitors each year,[14] and most visitors spend the majority of their time in the seven square miles (18 km2) of Yosemite Valley.[8] The park set a visitation record in 2016, surpassing five million visitors for the first time in its history.[15] The park began requiring reservations to access the park during peak periods starting in 2020 as a response to the rise in visitors. Yosemite Valley represents only one percent of the park area, but this is where most visitors arrive and stay. The Tunnel View is the first view of the Valley for many visitors and is extensively photographed. El Capitan, a prominent granite cliff that looms over Yosemite Valley, is one of the most popular rock climbing destinations in the world because of its diverse range of climbing routes in addition to its year-round accessibility. Granite domes such as Sentinel Dome and Half Dome rise 3,000 and 4,800 feet (910 and 1,460 m), respectively, above the valley floor. The park contains dozens of other granite domes.[82] The high country of Yosemite contains beautiful areas such as Tuolumne Meadows, Dana Meadows, the Clark Range, the Cathedral Range, and the Kuna Crest. The Sierra crest and the Pacific Crest Trail run through Yosemite, with peaks of red metamorphic rock, such as Mount Dana and Mount Gibbs, and granite peaks, such as Mount Conness. Mount Lyell is the highest point in the park, standing at 13,120 feet (4,000 m). The Lyell Glacier is the largest glacier in Yosemite National Park and is one of the few remaining in the Sierra Nevada.[83] The park has three groves of ancient giant sequoia (Sequoiadendron giganteum) trees; the Mariposa Grove (200 trees), the Tuolumne Grove (25 trees), and the Merced Grove (20 trees).[84] This species grows larger in volume than any other and is one of the tallest and longest-lived.[85] Water and ice The Merced River flowing through Yosemite Valley, a U-shaped valley The Tuolumne and Merced River systems originate along the crest of the Sierra Nevada in the park and have carved river canyons 3,000 to 4,000 feet (910 to 1,220 m) deep. The Tuolumne River drains the entire northern portion of the park, an area of approximately 680 square miles (1,800 km2). The Merced River begins in the park's southern peaks, primarily the Cathedral and Clark Ranges, and drains an area of approximately 511 square miles (1,320 km2).[

#Santa Cruz East - West Cliff scenic drive from Natural Bridges to Capitola #scenicdrive #4K #HDR Driving the cliff roads in Santa Cruz East Cliff - West Cliff drive from Natural Bridges to Capitola #travel #vacation #springbreak #santacruz #drive #roadtrip #stormdamage #detour #roadclosed All of the points offer beach access from various locations along East Cliff Drive. The newly renovated East Cliff Parkway, between Pleasure Point and the Hook, offers spectacular scenery overlooking favorite surf spots and the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary. #scenicdrive, #SantaCruz, #California, #scenery, #4kdrives, #goprohero10 #Gopro #Iphone14 #watchontv #appletv #montereybay #RailwayTrestleBridge San Lorenzo River Schwan Lake Small Craft Harbor #TwinLakesStateBeach Tyrell Park Museums Santa Cruz City Museum of Natural History Bella Notte Inn Crow's Nest East Cliff Village Shopping Center Pelican Point Inn Point Market Cafe Sunny Cove Motel The Kind Grind west cliff drive,santa cruz, #santacruzbeachboardwalk waves on west cliff drive santa cruz,west cliff drive waves,west cliff drive santa cruz,santa cruz train,santa cruz california,santa cruz beach Santa Cruz has a number of cultural institutions and other attractions, including the University of California, Santa Cruz, Arboretum; Mission Santa Cruz; the Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History; the Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History; the Santa Cruz Art League (which includes an art gallery, theater, and classroom);[52] the Santa Cruz Surfing Museum (housed in a lighthouse near Steamer Lane); and the Tannery Arts Center.[53] Santa Cruz hosts numerous cultural events and festivals every year. The Cabrillo Festival of Contemporary Music is an annual festival of contemporary music for orchestra that has been called a "new music mecca" by The New York Times.[54] Santa Cruz Shakespeare is an annual summer festival that performs William Shakespeare plays every summer. Other notable events include the Santa Cruz Film Festival,[55] the Santa Cruz Blues Festival, the Santa Cruz Digital Arts & New Media Festival, and Santa Cruz Pride.[56] The O'Neill Cold Water Classic is annual surfing event that draws crowds at the popular Steamer Lane. The Open Studios Art Tour is an art fair has been run for more than three decades and draws artists and patrons from around the area.[58] First Friday Santa Cruz is a monthly event features dozens of art openings in the Santa Cruz area on the first Friday of the month.[59] The Santa Cruz County Symphony, founded in 1958, is a fully professional ensemble of 65 members which presents an annual concert series at the Santa Cruz Civic Auditorium and the Mello Center in Watsonville. Landmarks on the National Register of Historic Places listings in Santa Cruz County, California include the Branciforte Adobe, the Cowell Lime Works Historic District, the Golden Gate Villa, the Hinds House, Mission Santa Cruz, the Neary-Rodriguez Adobe, the Octagon Building, and the Santa Cruz Looff Carousel and Roller Coaster, among others.[63] Landmarks on the California Register of Historical Resources include Mission Santa Cruz, Villa de Branciforte, and the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk.[64] "Surf City" nickname controversy The Monument to the Surfer Main article: Surf City, USA After Huntington Beach, California, trademarked the "Surf City USA" name, Santa Cruz politicians tried to stop the mark from being registered by the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office because of a 10-year-old controversy over Santa Cruz's nickname "Surf City."[65] Huntington Beach has obtained a total of seven registrations for the "Surf City USA" trademark.[66] None of these registrations of the trademark are on the principal register, but on the secondary register, which means that Huntington Beach has no exclusive right to assert ownership over the "Surf City USA" trademark. Two Santa Cruz surf shops, Shoreline Surf Shop and Noland's on the Wharf, sued the city of Huntington Beach in order to protect the public use of the term "Surf City."[67] The parties reached a confidential settlement in January 2008, in which neither side admitted liability and all claims and counterclaims were dismissed. The Santa Cruz surf shops continue to print T-shirts, and the Visitor's Bureau retains the right to use the trademark.[68]

2023 GILROY GARDENS Amusement Park with roller coasters & trains OPENING WEEK 4K HDR #rollercoaster #california #POV #ambience Gilroy Gardens is a truly magical wonderland for families with young kids. As you stroll through the park, you’ll discover over 40 fun rides and attractions nestled among majestic gardens and over 10,000 trees. #travel #vacation #cedarfair #nobhill #gilroy #gilroygardens #themepark #rollercoaster #springbreak2023 #minetrain #santacruz #boardwalk #monorail #railroad

Roaring Camp Railroad Redwood Forest Steam Train FULL RIDE EXPERIENCE near Santa Cruz Beach 4K HDR #santacruz #steamtrains #trainride #beach #rollercoaster #ambient #trainambience ---- Conductor Kevin took us on an amazing ride up Bear Mountain on a roller coaster like train track, yup, steepest in the World with switchbacks! #travel #vacation ---- Travel over trestles, through towering redwood groves and up a winding narrow-gauge grade to the summit of Bear Mountain as conductors narrate the history of Roaring Camp, the railroad and the forest. #travel #vacation #california #springbreak2023

Roaring Camp Railroad Redwood Forest Steam Train FULL RIDE EXPERIENCE near Santa Cruz Beach 4K HDR #santacruz #steamtrains #trainride #beach #rollercoaster #ambient #trainambience ---- Conductor Kevin took us on an amazing ride up Bear Mountain on a roller coaster like train track, yup, steepest in the World with switchbacks! ---- Travel over trestles, through towering redwood groves and up a winding narrow-gauge grade to the summit of Bear Mountain as conductors narrate the history of Roaring Camp, the railroad and the forest. In the 1880s, narrow-gauge steam locomotives were used to haul giant redwood logs out of the mountains. Roaring Camp’s steam engines date from 1890 and are among the oldest and most authentically preserved narrow-gauge steam engines providing regularly scheduled passenger service in America. Felton, Calif. – Among geared locomotives, three companies (Shay, Heisler and Climax) are widely credited with dominating the logging and industrial marketplace. Shay locomotives were designed in 1872 particularly for Western U.S. logging operations. Roaring Camp Railroads owns several Shay locomotives, a Heisler, Climax, and five diesel engines. Not all are operational as some are undergoing renovation and extensive refurbishing. On any given day, one might see one or more of the following steam locomotives transporting visitors deep into the heart of the breathtaking Santa Cruz Mountains. All departures are roundtrip to Bear Mountain, returning to Roaring Camp. #trains #travel #locomotives #steam #steamlocomotive #logging #dixiana #roaringcamp #roaringcampandbigtrees #narrowgauge #railroad #redwoods #henrycowellstatepark

Capitola Storm Damage Walkthrough Drive Around & Construction Update #travel #vacation #california #springbreak2023 --- capitola,california,santa cruz,beach board walk,atmospheric storm damage,storm recovery,santa cruz storm damage,bomb cyclone,bomb cyclone california,capitola village flooding,bay area storm,california weather

Select recordings of ham radio operators observing weather conditions during a Tornado event on March 11th 2023. #hamradio #tornado #thunderstorm #arrl #repeaters #storm #stormchasing #sonora #tuolumne #amateurradio #hamharder https://tcares.net ---- The tornado touched down shortly before 3 p.m. along Old Melones Road along the south end of New Melones Lake and west of Sonora and Jamestown. Saturday's tornado in Tuolumne County damaged the Woods Creek Mobile Home Park in Jamestown. Initially, the National Weather Service Sacramento listed the tornado as having a max width of 1,000 yards (.568 miles) and a path length of .8 miles with winds peaking at 90 miles per hour. On Monday, however, NWS corrected their numbers to a path width of just 100 yards No injuries were reported. Though, the tornado did damage several trees and snapped at least two power poles in half, the NWS said. This came as severe thunderstorms moved east through the region. The area was under tornado, severe thunderstorm, and flash flood warnings all at once. The city of Sonora was one area that had extensive reports of roadway flooding over the course of the afternoon and evening. Going into Sunday, sandbag locations were set up around the region. ham radio,amateurradio,ARRL,tornado,thunderstorm,lightening,storm chasing,skywarn,tuolumne county,amateur radio,cbs13 news evening,kcra 3 news sacramento,kcra 3,kcra weather,weather news,fox weather,amateur radio newsline,ham radio crash course,ham radio 2.0,ham radio shack,ham radio for beginners

A meteorological phenomenon known as an atmospheric river is forecast to bring days of rain and heavy winds to the West. An atmospheric river is a relatively narrow channel of wind, hence the "river," that transports water vapor from the tropics to the West Coast. Powerful rivers that arrive at just the right angle of the coast can carry all the way to the Sierra Nevada and Yosemite National Park. Atmospheric rivers are actually responsible for a good majority of the rainfall during the colder season which is the season when [the West Coast] gets most of the rain. New Research Shows How 'Atmospheric Rivers' Wreak Havoc Around The Globe Atmospheric rivers that contain the largest amounts of water vapor and strongest winds lead to extreme rainfall and flooding, causing damage to property and inducing mudslides. This storm could bring as much as four inches of rain in the next two days and wind speeds of up to 40 miles per hour, according to the National Weather Service. The first wave of the storm brought up to 2 inches of rain throughout the San Francisco Bay with more expected to come. Any damage will only compound recovery efforts by the state, faced with structural issues resulting from the late-December storm, which caused a levee breach on the Cosumnes River in Sacramento County. Five people were killed as a result of the New Year’s storm. National parks in the mountains of Northern and central California aren’t escaping the storm’s force either. The National Weather Service has issued a winter-storm warning for the western slope of the northern Sierra Nevada, including Yosemite National Park. (although currently only seasonal road closures are in effect in the park area). Higher elevations of the park could see snow accumulations of up to four feet.South of Yosemite, Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks are partially closed due to strong winter-storm conditions. These closures include Azalea Campground and Generals Highway, which provides access to Giant Forest, popular snow-play areas, and sequoia groves. The entire park is under a winter-storm and flood watch. ------- [THIS VIDEO IS NOT MONETIZED] [DRONES WERE NOT USED IN THIS PRODUCTION] yosemite national park,Yosemite road conditions,Yosemite Snow,snow in yosemite national park,snow in yosemite now,snow in yosemite december,SNOW IN YOSEMITE JANUARY,highway 140 yosemite,sierra nevada mountains,Tahoe,atmospheric river,atmosphericriver,atmospheric river california,atmospheric river bay area,atmospheric river storm,breaking news today,Yosemite weather today,mariposa,highway 140 open to yosemite,sierra nevada snowpack 2023,Cbs sunday morning

2023 Yosemite National Park Survives Atmospheric River Storm and gets a fresh coat of snow! 4K HDR #breakingnews #newsfootage #atmospheric #river #cyclone #yosemitenationalpark #chaincontrols #chainsrequired #atmosphericriver #bombcyclone #weathernews #snow A meteorological phenomenon known as an atmospheric river is forecast to bring days of rain and heavy winds to the West. An atmospheric river is a relatively narrow channel of wind, hence the "river," that transports water vapor from the tropics to the West Coast. Powerful rivers that arrive at just the right angle of the coast can carry all the way to the Sierra Nevada and Yosemite National Park. Atmospheric rivers are actually responsible for a good majority of the rainfall during the colder season which is the season when [the West Coast] gets most of the rain. New Research Shows How 'Atmospheric Rivers' Wreak Havoc Around The Globe Atmospheric rivers that contain the largest amounts of water vapor and strongest winds lead to extreme rainfall and flooding, causing damage to property and inducing mudslides. This storm could bring as much as four inches of rain in the next two days and wind speeds of up to 40 miles per hour, according to the National Weather Service. The first wave of the storm brought up to 2 inches of rain throughout the San Francisco Bay with more expected to come. Any damage will only compound recovery efforts by the state, faced with structural issues resulting from the late-December storm, which caused a levee breach on the Cosumnes River in Sacramento County. Five people were killed as a result of the New Year’s storm. National parks in the mountains of Northern and central California aren’t escaping the storm’s force either. The National Weather Service has issued a winter-storm warning for the western slope of the northern Sierra Nevada, including Yosemite National Park. (although currently only seasonal road closures are in effect in the park area). Higher elevations of the park could see snow accumulations of up to four feet.South of Yosemite, Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks are partially closed due to strong winter-storm conditions. These closures include Azalea Campground and Generals Highway, which provides access to Giant Forest, popular snow-play areas, and sequoia groves. The entire park is under a winter-storm and flood watch. ------- [THIS VIDEO IS NOT MONETIZED] [DRONES WERE NOT USED IN THIS PRODUCTION] yosemite national park,Yosemite road conditions,Yosemite Snow,snow in yosemite national park,snow in yosemite now,snow in yosemite december,SNOW IN YOSEMITE JANUARY,highway 140 yosemite,sierra nevada mountains,Tahoe,atmospheric river,atmosphericriver,atmospheric river california,atmospheric river bay area,atmospheric river storm,breaking news today,Yosemite weather today,mariposa,highway 140 open to yosemite,sierra nevada snowpack 2023,Cbs sunday morning

Sonora California Christmas Town USA with Santa Claus and Decorations [SIGHTS AND SOUNDS] 4K HDR #vacation #travel #yosemitenationalpark #christmastown #santaclaus #hallmark #hallmarkmovies #holidaylights #holidaylighting The idea of Christmas Town Sonora debuted last year as an initiative spearheaded by the Sonora Chamber of Commerce. Similar to what is witnessed in a seasonal Hallmark movie, the idea is to put on special events that draw both locals and visitors to the downtown district. Aspects like Christmas Tree Lane, where non-profits decorate trees at Courthouse Park, and special kids crafting events, were highlights of year one, and will return in 2023. In addition, there will be a new lighting ceremony at 5:30pm on November 23 (Thanksgiving Eve) from the parking lot of the Sonora Fire Museum. There will be local dignitaries, an officiant from the St James Episcopal Church (Red Church), elves from the SRT production of Elf, and others on hand to help countdown a synchronized lighting of prominent buildings downtown. That following Friday evening, November 25, will be the city sponsored Christmas Parade. From 3 pm to 6 pm on the 25th and from 9 am to 3pm on the 26th is the Red Church Christmas Bazaar. Christmas Town events will then pick up on December 3 and continue over the three weekends leading up to Christmas. They include free horse and carriage rides around the downtown district, crafting with Tuolumne County Arts, family photo opportunities hosted by Blue Zones and Friends of the Animal Community, ginger bread house decorating, storytelling in the Odd Fellows Lodge, carolers on Washington Street, a holiday music concert at the St. James Church. Christmas Tree Lane and Winter Wonderland will be at Courthouse Park and Coffill Park December 3rd to the 31st. holiday lights,christmas lights,christmas town,christmaslights,christmas lights to music,christmas lights coldplay,christmas lights show,christmastown,christmas town hallmark movie,christmas town song,christmas town busch gardens williamsburg,sonora california,tuolumne meadows,tuolumne county holiday lights,christmas lights,christmas town,christmaslights,christmas lights to music,christmas lights coldplay,christmas lights show,christmastown,christmas town hallmark movie,christmas town song,christmas town busch gardens williamsburg,sonora california,tuolumne meadows,tuolumne county,sonora california history,mcadenville nc,christmas town usa

Columbia Historic State Park, California: A Miners Christmas - Full Walkthrough in December 4K60 HDR #californiastateparks #christmasvacation #horse 00:00 Introduction to Columbia State Park 00:44 Stage Coach departs with four horses 01:08 The Emporium Shop 01:19 Wells Fargo Express 02:14 The Stage Coach Returns! 02:29 Nelsons Candy Kitchen 02:45 Giant Fresh Candy Canes 03:10 The blacksmith in action 03:49 Father Christmas 03:58 Chestnuts roasting on an open fire 04:35 Golden Miner Man Goldmineman 05:29 The City Hotel (coming back soon) 06:00 The wooden bowling alley 07:00 Full Walkthrough 10:38 Columbia Historic School House (Drone) 11:03 Flying over Columbia Above the fog, Below the Snow #abovethefog #belowthesnow #nearyosemite #neardodgeridge Join the holiday celebrations at Columbia State Historic Park with a family friendly event demonstrating what Christmas in a Gold Rush town may have looked like in the 1850’s. Stop in and listen to Christmas stories from some of the ole’ timer miners, taste chestnuts roasted over the open fire, and make a variety of old-fashioned crafts. Explore the historic buildings of Columbia adorned with old fashion decorations while you sip hot cider and coffee. You might even catch sight of Father Christmas as he visits the town of Columbia. #columbiastatepark #californiastatepark #oldtown #oldwest #wildwest #christmastown #tuolumne #yosemitenationalpark #yosemite Columbia was once known as the "Gem of the Southern Mines." Between the 1850s and 1870s over one billion dollars in gold (at today's value) was mined in the area. For a time, Columbia was the second largest city in California. Unlike many other settlements that disappeared due to fire, vandalism and time, Columbia survived. It was never completely deserted. In 1945 the State Legislature made the site a State Historic Park in order to preserve a typical Gold Rush town, an example of one of the most colorful eras in American history. Today visitors can take a step back in time to experience life in Gold Rush era of the 1850's and 60's in California. Parking and entrance to Columbia State Historic Park are free. Additional fees may apply for special events in the park. The park itself is still a bustling town with many local business to explore. Visitors can taste hand-dipped chocolates, a superior cup of coffee, savor fine dining, family fare or purchase picnic provisions. Stagecoach rides are available, season and weather permitting. There's also the chance to relax at one of two comfortable hotels, listen to music in historic saloons, or take in a performances at the Fallon Theatre. Visitors can make a candle or purchase Columbia soap, wooden toys, old fashion clothes, or dress-up for a photograph. Other highlights include taking a walk to the two-story brick school house and cemetery overlooking town, or hiking the one-mile nature trail where mule deer and wild flowers may be seen. historic park,columbia california,gold rush,motherlode,gold country,gold mine,gold mining,sonora california,horse videos,horse carriage,christmas ambience,christmas coffee shop music,christmas songs,wild west outlaws,columbia state historic park,horsecarriage,horse carriage ambience,horse carriage sound effect,horse carriage ride,california gold rush,california state parks

2022 Sonora Christmas Parade in iPhone 14 - 4K HDR with Drone Flyby Shots using DJI Air 2s --- #vacation #travel #sonora #california #christmas #christmastree #santaclaus #parade ---- --- #iphone14pro #djiair2s City of Sonora 39th Annual Historic Downtown Christmas Parade Downtown Sonora Washington St, Sonora, CA RAIN OR STARS! Sounds of Christmas will fill the air with this night time parade with bright lights, floats, antique cars, and sounds of the holidays with marching bands and dancers. Starts promptly rain or shine at 6 p.m. The route starts at the beautifully lighted Red Church and proceeds south down Washington Street ending ... December 3 - December 31 Winter Wonderland in Coffill Park This year the Sonora Chamber has created a Winter Wonderland at Coffill Park. You'll find twinkle fairy lights, decorated light poles, hanging snowflakes and "Elfie Stations". December 3 @ 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm PST Family Holiday Photos with the Blue Zones Project of Tuolumne County & Friends of the Animal Community Coffill Park 120 S. Washington Street, Sonora, CA This year the Sonora Chamber has created a Winter Wonderland at Coffill Park. You'll find twinkle fairy lights, decorated light poles, hanging snowflakes and "Elfie Stations". The Blue Zones Project of Tuolumne County and Friends of the Animal Community will host two Holiday Family Photo opportunities . Walk away with an adorable family photo on ... December 3 @ 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm PST Santa & Mrs Claus at Santa’s House in Courthouse Park Santa House at Courthouse Park St, Sonora, CA You'll have plenty of opportunity to visit with Santa and Mrs. Claus this year. They will be at Santa's Village in Courthouse Park every day beginning December 3rd through December 24th. You'll find an adorable, vintage "North Pole Mailbox" next to Santa's House for children to mail their letters to Santa. Tune into one of ... December 3 @ 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm PST Holly Jolly Wagon Sponsored by Visit Tuolumne County Downtown Sonora Washington St, Sonora, CA New this year is the Holly Jolly Wagon sponsored by Visit Tuolumne County. Come enjoy the lights and festivities around the Historic district of downtown Sonora in a horse-drawn wagon. This is a Hop on Hop off horse-drawn holiday wagon for everyone to enjoy for free. There will be three stops: The Fire Museum Parking ... December 3 @ 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm PST Crafting with TC Arts and KAAD-LP Radio @ the North Pole on East Linoberg Linoberg Street Park 1 East Linoberg St, Sonora, CA The fun includes making homemade Christmas Cards and Gift Tags while listening to local holiday music provided by KAAD-LP Radio. December 4 @ 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm PST Santa & Mrs Claus at Santa’s House in Courthouse Park December 4th Santa House at Courthouse Park St, Sonora, CA You'll have plenty of opportunity to visit with Santa and Mrs. Claus this year. They will be at Santa's Village in Courthouse Park every day beginning December 3rd through December 24th. You'll find an adorable, vintage "North Pole Mailbox" next to Santa's House for children to mail their letters to Santa. Tune into one of ... December 10 @ 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm PST Family Holiday Photos with the Blue Zones Project of Tuolumne County & Friends of the Animal Community Coffill Park 120 S. Washington Street, Sonora, CA This year the Sonora Chamber has created a Winter Wonderland at Coffill Park. You'll find twinkle fairy lights, decorated light poles, hanging snowflakes and "Elfie Stations". The Blue Zones Project of Tuolumne County and Friends of the Animal Community will host two Holiday Family Photo opportunities . Walk away with an adorable family photo on ... December 10 @ 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm PST Holly Jolly Wagon Sponsored by Visit Tuolumne County Downtown Sonora Washington St, Sonora, CA New this year is the Holly Jolly Wagon sponsored by Visit Tuolumne County. Come enjoy the lights and festivities around the Historic district of downtown Sonora in a horse-drawn wagon. This is a Hop on Hop off horse-drawn holiday wagon for everyone to enjoy for free. There will be three stops: The Fire Museum Parking ... December 10 @ 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm PST Crafting with TC Arts and KAAD-LP Radio @ the North Pole on East Linoberg Linoberg Street Park 1 East Linoberg St, Sonora, CA The fun includes making homemade Christmas Cards and Gift Tags while listening to local holiday music provided by KAAD-LP Radio. December 10 @ 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm PST Santa & Mrs Claus at Santa’s House in Courthouse Park December 10th Santa House at Courthouse Park St, Sonora, CA You'll have plenty of opportunity to visit with Santa and Mrs. Claus this year. They will be at Santa's Village in Courthouse Park every day beginning December 3rd through December 24th. You'll find an adorable, v

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EmComm Vehicles at 2022 Pacificon Ham Radio Convention and Vendor Hall Walkthrough 4K60 FPS #california #hamradio #amateur #radio #convention #arrl #icom #yaesu #elecraft #flexradio @BridgeCom Systems, Inc @Ham Radio Outlet @Icom America Inc.@ARRLHQ @Bioenno Power @FlexRadioSystems @Yaesu USA Official @Star Link 00:00 Introduction to Pacificon Ham Radio Convention 00:40 Inside the San Ramon Communications Mobile Command Center 01:45 Mapping GIS Station 02:27 The Antenna Farm 03:25 Starlink Dish for Internet 04:00 Parachute Mobile Pacificon Station 04:17 Elecraft Booth in Vendor Hall 04:58 Icom Booth in Vendor Hall 05:09 The Icom IC-705 on display 05:49 The Yaesu Booth 06:28 Flex Radio Booth 06:44 Gordon West Licensing Books 06:58 Lido Radio Mounting Solutions 07:23 Comet Antennas 07:50 Impulse Electronics 08:33 Wired Communications 09:35 Alameda County Sheriff Communications Team Com Van. 12:28 Boy Scouts CERT Trailer ------ Pacificon gives you three great days of activities for one low cost: * A full slate of outstanding Forum presentations about a wide range of amateur radio topics * Gordon West * A large Vendor Expo filled with exciting products and exhibits * An outdoor Swap Meet * Youth Activities * Electronics kit building and soldering instruction * A One Day License Prep Class to prepare you to pass the amateur radio Technician license examination and get your first amateur radio license * A One Day License Prep Class to prepare you to upgrade to the General Class level. * Two days of License Testing * A Special Events Station where you can operate and contact other hams worldwide, even if you don't have a General or Extra Class license * A wonderful Banquet with Keynote Speaker * Annual Wouff Hong Initiation ceremony * A chance to hear about and discuss important national amateur radio issues with top ARRL leaders * A chance to win radios and other great prizes throughout the convention Ham radio,Emergency,Fire Engine,Pacificon 2022,ARRL Convention,ham radio antenna,ham radio basics,amateur radio,Hamradio,ham radio crash course,ham radio for beginners,ham radio 2.0,ham radio convention,hf radio antenna,amateur radio antenna,having fun with ham radio,ham radio review,qrp antenna,amateur radio review,calling cq on hf,ham radio q&a,Radio,Ham,Shortwave,how to get your technician license,hamvention 2022

The Ahwahnee Hotel - YOSEMITE - Walkthrough in and out, with shopping at Gift Shop in 4K HDR 2022 #ahwahneehotel #yosemitehotels #yosemitenationalpark The Ahwahnee shines as the crown jewel of the national park lodges. Known for its stunning interior design and architecture, The Ahwahnee was specifically designed to highlight its natural surroundings, featuring Yosemite Falls, Half Dome and Glacier Point. The hotel holds a historic heritage as it is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and is a National Historic Landmark. The destination of queens and presidents alike, this distinctive Yosemite hotel offers a perfect balance of history, hospitality and elegance. The Ahwahnee offers a gift shop with a focus on local artisans, a decadent sweet shop, a comfortable bar and a heated outdoor swimming pool. The Ahwahnee Dining Room is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Amenities at The Ahwahnee Heated Swimming Pool Dining Lounge/Bar Gift Shop Mountain WiFi ADA Accessible Shuttle Access Free Guest Parking Concierge Daily Afternoon Tea Fri/Sat 4p-5p Waterfall & Cliff Views It takes a special kind of lodging property to garner the "Premier Lodge" classification from National Park Reservations. The Ahwahnee Hotel (formerly Majestic Yosemite Hotel) with its striking granite facade, magnificent log-beamed ceilings, massive stone hearths, richly colored Native American artwork, and finely appointed rooms is a shining example of what we consider to be the premier lodge in the Yosemite area. The Ahwahnee Hotel is located in the majestic, jaw-dropping main valley inside Yosemite Park near the base of Half Dome and Glacier Point. This hotel, built-in 1927 is a National Historic Landmark and one of the most distinctive resort hotels in North America. You will find the Ahwahnee Hotel in the center of the Yosemite Valley, an ideal location to view the Yosemite Falls, Half Dome, and Glacier Point. Completed in 1927, The Ahwahnee Hotel features a unique blend of design influences including Art Deco, Native American, Middle Eastern, and Arts & Crafts Movement. These elements can be seen in every aspect of the hotel including stenciling, woodwork, lighting fixtures, and china patterns. Every room is designed for comfort and visual delight and reflects the natural surroundings and Native American influence of Yosemite's past. Some of the most well-loved aspects of The Ahwahnee Hotel are its grand public spaces featuring giant stone fireplaces, massive hand-stenciled beams, rich tapestries, and elegant stained glass. yosemite hotels,national park,yosemite national park,majestic yosemite,yosemite valley,the ahwahnee,ahwahnee hotel (building),yosemite ahwahnee,ahwahnee lodge,ahwahnee tours,yosemite national park (protected site)

Yosemite Rock Climbing Yosemite Valley has been the site for almost every major development in the sport of rock climbing and continues to be a place where world-class climbers are honing their skills, breaking records and changing our understanding of what is possible for human strength and endurance. Rock Climbing Guide If you are an experienced climber, read the Yosemite Guidelines for Seasoned Climbers before venturing out. Also, familiarize yourself with the area first with these great Yosemite maps, including Yosemite regional maps and trail maps. Whether you’ve been climbing for years and are ready to take on the big walls of Yosemite or it’s your first time, Yosemite Mountaineering School & Guide Service is there to help you “learn the ropes.” Choose from half-day, full-day, multiple-day and customized climbing sessions. You can also join the “Ask A Climber” program in the summer, where you can meet a real climber, learn about their equipment, and even ask them questions, such as “How do climbers sleep?” El Capitan Climbing While tackling El Capitan is a goal that requires years of training, you can have the experience of climbing in the park with the Yosemite Mountaineering School. In operation since 1969, the Yosemite Mountaineering School has programs for all skill levels and even specialty programs, such as Girls on Granite. Just want to be a spectator? No problem! Head over to El Capitan meadow with a telescope or powerful zoom lens on your DSLR and watch the climbers as they make their ascent. Climbing is a year-round activity, depending on weather. Climbing Half Dome Half Dome. It’s perhaps the most iconic symbol of Yosemite National Park. Rising 1,360 feet from an elevation of 8,844 feet above sea level, climbing Half Dome will take you dizzying heights with its sheer face and reward you with unparalleled views you’ll remember for a lifetime. Alternatively, if you’re up for a strenuous, 17-mile trek, you can also hike Half Dome, where you’ll gain 4,800 feet of elevation while passing Vernal Fall and Nevada Fall. el capitan,el cap,yosemite climbing,rock climbing,yosemite national park (protected site),yosemite national park,el capitan (mountain),the nose,alex honnold,national parks,climbers crag,free solo,tommy caldwell,yosemite national park 4k,Yosemite national park disappearances

Yosemite National Park FALL TOUR with SHOPPING for MERCH! (Watch Before you Go!) 4K HDR 2022 #yosemite #yosemitechurch #ValleyWelcomeCenter #NewRestroomConstruction Tunnel View in the Fall Season The view that Ansel Adams made famous, Tunnel View is a must stop for any first time visit to Yosemite Valley. Find it just outside the Wawona Tunnel on State Highway 41. No hiking is required, you simply park at one of the lots and make your way to the vista. This spot can be very popular in summer, so try to arrive early. From this vista you can see El Capitan, Half Dome, and Bridalveil Fall. This vista changes with each season to show something new but the best times to see Tunnel View are early spring (when Bridalveil Fall is at peak flow) and winter, when the beautiful granite domes are draped in snow and mist. Valley Welcome Center and New Restroom Construction This project will convert the former Sport Shop building to the new Valley Welcome Center. The visitor orientation function of the Valley Visitor Center will relocate here upon completion in March 2023. Dates: Through March 2023 Impact: Staging for this project and the Yosemite Village parking project will result in the temporary loss of 87 parking spaces adjacent to the Village Store. things to do in yosemite national park,yosemite valley,yosemite national park,yosemitenationalpark,yosemite national park 4k,yosemite national park disappearances,yosemite national park fire,yosemite camping,where to stay in yosemite,yosemite hike

2022 Carmel-by-the-Sea California USA Scenic Driving Tour in 4K HDR #monterey #beautiful #beach Carmel-by-the-Sea - often simply called Carmel, is a city in Monterey County, California, United States, founded in 1902. Situated on the #monterey Peninsula, #Carmel is known for its natural scenery and rich artistic history. In 1906, the San Francisco Call devoted a full page to the "artists, writers and poets at Carmel-by-the-Sea", and in 1910 it reported that 60 percent of Carmel's houses were built by citizens who were "devoting their lives to work connected to the aesthetic arts." Early City Councils were dominated by artists, and several of the city's mayors have been poets or actors, including Herbert Heron, founder of the Forest Theater, bohemian writer and actor Perry Newberry, and actor-director Clint Eastwood, who served as mayor from 1986 to 1988. The town is known for being dog-friendly, with numerous hotels, restaurants and retail establishments admitting guests with dogs. Carmel is also known for several unusual laws, including a prohibition on wearing high-heeled shoes without a permit, enacted to prevent lawsuits arising from tripping accidents caused by irregular pavement. Carmel-by-the-Sea is located on the #pacific coast, about 300 miles (480 km) north of Los Angeles and 100 miles (160 km) south of #SanFrancisco. Communities near Carmel-by-the-Sea include Carmel Valley and Carmel Highlands. The larger town of Monterey borders Carmel to the north.

Calaveras became a State Park in 1931 to preserve the North Grove of giant sequoias. This grove includes the "Discovery Tree", the first Sierra redwood noted by Augustus T. Dowd in 1852. This area has been a major tourist attraction ever since, and is considered the longest continuously operated tourist facility in California. Over the years, other parcels of mixed conifer forests have been added to the park. The Park also houses two main campgrounds with a total of 129 campsites, six picnic areas and hundreds of miles of established trails. Activities include cross-country skiing, evening ranger talks, numerous interpretive programs, environmental educational programs, junior ranger programs, hiking, mountain biking, bird watching and summer school activities for school children.Dogs: Dogs are welcome in the park on leash in developed areas like picnic sites, campgrounds, roads and fire roads (dirt). Dogs are not allowed on the designated trails, nor in the woods in general. Calaveras Big Trees State Park is a state park of California, United States, preserving two groves of giant sequoia trees. It is located 4 miles (6.4 km) northeast of Arnold, California in the middle elevations of the Sierra Nevada. It has been a major tourist attraction since 1852, when the existence of the trees was first widely reported, and is considered the longest continuously operated tourist facility in California

CAR SHOW Concours d’Elegance Murphys California 2022 Ironstone Car Show 4K Concours d'Elegance (French: concours d'élégance) is a term of French origin that means a "competition of elegance" and refers to an event where prestigious vehicles are displayed and judged. It dates back to 17th-century France, where aristocrats paraded horse-drawn carriages in the parks of Paris during summer weekends and holidays. Over time, carriages became horseless and the gatherings became a competition among vehicle owners to be judged on the appearance of their vehicles. These events are often held at automobile shows, after racing competitions or, especially in the United States, as a fundraising event for charities. A Rolls-Royce Phantom IV exhibited in the Concorso d'Eleganza Villa d'Este. The oldest still-extant Concours, the Concorso d'Eleganza Villa d'Este, is held annually near the Villa d’Este hotel in Cernobbio, on Lake Como in Italy. The first of these was held in September 1929. The first Concours in North America was held in 1950 at the Pebble Beach Golf Links in Monterey, California, in conjunction with the first Pebble Beach Road Race. The longest continually-running event is the Hillsborough Concours d’Elegance in California, which has been held every year since 1956 (both Villa d'Este and Pebble Beach have skipped years since 1956). Judging Numerous local organizations sponsor Concours events. Traditionally, vehicle judging at a Concours is more demanding than that of a local neighborhood or general automobile show. Trained judges examine the vehicle thoroughly. They rate each and every component. Only those vehicles that are judged perfect (or very nearly so) in every way are considered eligible for trophy class. Often, the competitiveness of a Concours d'Elegance forces restoration of a vehicle to surpass "mint" condition. Mint condition would be the state of the vehicle when it originally left the factory. Concours-quality cars are often given upholstery, paint, plating, and mechanical restoration to a standard far exceeding that of the car when it was new.

CAR SHOW Concours d’Elegance Murphys California 2022 Ironstone Car Show 4K #concours #carshow #concoursdelegance #Classiccars #carshow2022 #concoursdelegance2022 00:00 Intro to Concours d'Elegance Car Show 00:50 Panarama of Concours d'Elegance Amphitheater 01:22 Pierce Arrow 03:23 Horseless Carriage 04:40 Cadillac 05:15 Morgan 05:56 BMW Isetta 600 06:11 Lincoln Continental 07:41 Mercedes Benz 08:44 Borgward 09:06 Lincoln (A.P. Gianinni) 09:38 Corvettes 12:08 Dept of Forestry Fire Truck 12:28 CHP Volvo Patrol Vehicle 12:42 The Concours d'Elegance EXIT PARADE! 18:15 WWII Jeep 18:50 Vintage Camping Trailers at Concours d'Elegance Concours d'Elegance (French: concours d'élégance) is a term of French origin that means a "competition of elegance" and refers to an event where prestigious vehicles are displayed and judged. It dates back to 17th-century France, where aristocrats paraded horse-drawn carriages in the parks of Paris during summer weekends and holidays. Over time, carriages became horseless and the gatherings became a competition among vehicle owners to be judged on the appearance of their vehicles. These events are often held at automobile shows, after racing competitions or, especially in the United States, as a fundraising event for charities. A Rolls-Royce Phantom IV exhibited in the Concorso d'Eleganza Villa d'Este. The oldest still-extant Concours, the Concorso d'Eleganza Villa d'Este, is held annually near the Villa d’Este hotel in Cernobbio, on Lake Como in Italy. The first of these was held in September 1929. The first Concours in North America was held in 1950 at the Pebble Beach Golf Links in Monterey, California, in conjunction with the first Pebble Beach Road Race. The longest continually-running event is the Hillsborough Concours d’Elegance in California, which has been held every year since 1956 (both Villa d'Este and Pebble Beach have skipped years since 1956). Judging Numerous local organizations sponsor Concours events. Traditionally, vehicle judging at a Concours is more demanding than that of a local neighborhood or general automobile show. Trained judges examine the vehicle thoroughly. They rate each and every component. Only those vehicles that are judged perfect (or very nearly so) in every way are considered eligible for trophy class. Often, the competitiveness of a Concours d'Elegance forces restoration of a vehicle to surpass "mint" condition. Mint condition would be the state of the vehicle when it originally left the factory. Concours-quality cars are often given upholstery, paint, plating, and mechanical restoration to a standard far exceeding that of the car when it was new. Concours,concours delegance 2022,concours delegance,Classic cars,audrain concours,Car show,audrain automobile museum,car show 2022,concours delegance pebble beach,concours delegance pebble beach 2021,pebble beach,concours delegance pebble beach 2022,concept car,Jay leno garage,car show music,Jay Leno,Camaro,Corvette,Lincoln,Continental,peterson car museum,Mercedes,rare cars,Jaguar,Porsche,Pierce arrow,Carshow,concoursdelegance,concoursdelegancepebblebeach Concours,Car show,concours delegance,Classic cars,car show 2022,concours delegance 2022,concours delegance pebble beach 2022,concours delegance pebble beach,concours delegance pebble beach 2021,car show music,Jay Leno,Camaro,Corvette,Lincoln,Continental,Jaguar,Porsche,Mercedes,Pierce arrow,pebble beach,Carshow,concoursdelegance,concoursdelegancepebblebeach,audrain automobile museum,audrain concours,peterson car museum,Jay leno garage,rare cars,concept car Concours d'Elegance competitions also are run for classic cars. Here, the emphasis is as much on originality as the condition, although this also is very important. The general aim is to present a vehicle that is in the same, or better, condition than it was in when it left the production line. Unless original, modifications are not allowed, and components must be suitable for the year and model of the automobile. Even components or features fitted to automobiles of the same type, but in a different production year or trim level, are not allowed. Original-equipment accessories from the manufacturers' own range are allowed and some competitions allow after-market equipment and accessories, provided they are of the correct period. The automobiles must be presented in flawless visual condition, as with other Concours-grade cars.

Calaveras BIG TREES State Park Campground Drive Through & DRONE VIDEO in 4k HDR DJI #BigTrees #giantsequoia #hiking #statepark #camping #redwoodtrees #camping #california #travel #hike #vacation outside yosemite. Calaveras Big Trees State Park #camping #beautiful #california #nearyosemite 00:00 Intro to Big Trees State Park 00:35 Flying over the meadow 01:29 Flying 180 feet up the Giant Sequoia 03:42 Driving through the campgrounds calaveras big trees state park webcam,calaveras big trees state park,calaveras big trees,calaveras big trees state park camping,Calaveras big trees state park winter,calaveras big trees state park winter,calaveras big trees state park snow,south grove,tunnel tree,State park,California state parks,giant sequoias,giant sequoia,sequoia national park,big trees,north grove,walking,yosemite,calaverasbigtrees,calaverasbigtreesstatepark,Calaveras county Calaveras became a State Park in 1931 to preserve the North Grove of giant sequoias. This grove includes the "Discovery Tree", the first Sierra redwood noted by Augustus T. Dowd in 1852. This area has been a major tourist attraction ever since, and is considered the longest continuously operated tourist facility in California. Over the years, other parcels of mixed conifer forests have been added to the park. The Park also houses two main campgrounds with a total of 129 campsites, six picnic areas and hundreds of miles of established trails. Activities include cross-country skiing, evening ranger talks, numerous interpretive programs, environmental educational programs, junior ranger programs, hiking, mountain biking, bird watching and summer school activities for school children.Dogs: Dogs are welcome in the park on leash in developed areas like picnic sites, campgrounds, roads and fire roads (dirt). Dogs are not allowed on the designated trails, nor in the woods in general. Calaveras Big Trees State Park is a state park of California, United States, preserving two groves of giant sequoia trees. It is located 4 miles (6.4 km) northeast of Arnold, California in the middle elevations of the Sierra Nevada. It has been a major tourist attraction since 1852, when the existence of the trees was first widely reported, and is considered the longest continuously operated tourist facility in California #queen #royal Big trees,Giant sequoias,big trees california,calaveras big trees,big trees in the world,big trees trail sequoia national park,giant sequoias outside yosemite,#yosemite near,Calaveras,State park,Redwoods,Forest,Bigtrees,Giantsequoias,giant sequoias fire,giant sequoias threatened by fire,calaveras big trees state park,North grove

2022 Carmel-by-the-Sea California USA Scenic Driving Tour in 4K HDR #monterey #beautiful #beach Carmel-by-the-Sea - often simply called Carmel, is a city in Monterey County, California, United States, founded in 1902. Situated on the #monterey Peninsula, #Carmel is known for its natural scenery and rich artistic history. In 1906, the San Francisco Call devoted a full page to the "artists, writers and poets at Carmel-by-the-Sea", and in 1910 it reported that 60 percent of Carmel's houses were built by citizens who were "devoting their lives to work connected to the aesthetic arts." Early City Councils were dominated by artists, and several of the city's mayors have been poets or actors, including Herbert Heron, founder of the Forest Theater, bohemian writer and actor Perry Newberry, and actor-director Clint Eastwood, who served as mayor from 1986 to 1988. The town is known for being dog-friendly, with numerous hotels, restaurants and retail establishments admitting guests with dogs. Carmel is also known for several unusual laws, including a prohibition on wearing high-heeled shoes without a permit, enacted to prevent lawsuits arising from tripping accidents caused by irregular pavement. Carmel-by-the-Sea is located on the #pacific coast, about 300 miles (480 km) north of Los Angeles and 100 miles (160 km) south of #SanFrancisco. Communities near Carmel-by-the-Sea include Carmel Valley and Carmel Highlands. The larger town of Monterey borders Carmel to the north. carmel california,carmel by the sea california,carmel by the sea,carmelbythesea,carmel by the sea vlog,carmel by the sea travel guide,monterey,pebble beach,tiffany,coach,highway 1,walking tour,carmel 4k,driving tour,drone camera,scenic relaxation