Birding in Yosemite Valley

Listen, watch, and learn about Yosemite’s birdlife while enjoying an easy paced walk with a Yosemite Conservancy naturalist. Register in advance at yosemite.org.Program hosted by Yosemite Conservancy.

Meeting location provided upon registration.

In the Field: Creative Smartphone Photography (Yosemite Valley)

Join a staff photographer to learn how to make better photographs with the camera you always carry.Classes hosted by The Ansel Adams Gallery.

The Ansel Adams Gallery is located in Yosemtie Village, near shuttle stop 5.

Art Class (Happy Isles Art & Nature Center)

Slow down and connect with nature in a new way. Beginners welcome! Meet at the Happy Isles Artand Nature Center for art classes. Register in advance at yosemite.org/art.Program hosted by Yosemite Conservancy.

Happy Isles Art &amp Nature Center is located near Shuttle Stop 16 in Yosemite Valley. The nearest parking is at Curry Village.

Coffee with a Ranger (Wawona)

Meet at Pine Tree Market for coffee a Q& A session and general park updates with one of our rangers. Drop-ins welcome!Program hosted by the National Park Service.

Meet at Pine Tree Market in Wawona, located on Chilnualna Falls Rd. Wawona is located one hour south of Yosemite Valley.

Kids' Open Art Studio (Happy Isles Art & Nature Center)

Free kids' art activities at the Happy Isles Art & Nature Center (shuttle stop 16.) Drop inanytime during studio hours!Program hosted by Yosemite Conservancy.

Happy Isles Art &amp Nature Center is located near Shuttle Stop 16 in Yosemite Valley. The nearest parking is at Curry Village.

Discovery Walk (Yosemite Valley)

Join a ranger for an easy walk and learn more about what makes Yosemite special. Topics vary daily. Meet in front of the museum in Yosemite Village (use shuttle stop 5.)Program hosted by the National Park Service.

Meet in front of the Yosemite Museum, located in Yosemite Village. Use Yosemite Village Parking or shuttle stops 1, 2, 4, or 5.

Ask a Climber! (Yosemite Valley)

Stop by to view climbers on El Capitan through spotting scopes and discover the world of vertical adventure on Yosemite's big walls. Located on the west side of El Capitan Bridge (use shuttle stop 9.)Program hosted by the National Park Service.

Located on the west side of El Capitan Bridge (use shuttle stop 9 or park at El Capitan Meadow.)

Family Ranger Talk (Yosemite Valley)

Topics vary. Meet in front of the Yosemite Valley Welcome Center (shuttle stop 2.)Program hosted by the National Park Service.

Meet outside the welcome center, located next to Yosemite Village Parking. Use Shuttle Stops 1, 2, or 4.

Historic Ahwahnee Hotel Tour (Yosemite Valley)

Learn about the history behind Yosemite’s famous luxury hotel on this complimentary one-hour tour.Meet on the hotel’s back lawn.Program hosted by Yosemite Hospitality.

Meet at The Ahwahnee hotel, on the back lawn. (Limited parking at The Ahwahnee—use shuttle stop 3 or walk 15 minutes from Yosemite Village Parking.)

Guided Nature Walk (Yosemite Valley)

Join a naturalist for an easy guided walk of Yosemite’s natural areas. Meet at The Ahwahnee Hotel on the back lawn (use shuttle stop 3.)Program hosted by Yosemite Hospitality.

Meet at The Ahwahnee Hotel on the back lawn. (Limited parking at The Ahwahnee—use shuttle stop 3 or walk 15 minutes from Yosemite Village Parking.)

Yosemite Valley Sunset Walk

Join a Yosemite Conservancy naturalist on a sunset walk through Yosemite Valley and learnabout the flora, fauna, and history of Yosemite National Park. Register in advance at yosemite.org.Program hosted by Yosemite Conservancy.

Meeting location provided upon registration.

Yosemite After Dark (Yosemite Valley)

Grab a flashlight and join a Yosemite Naturalist for an interactive nature walk at night! Recommended for kids 11 & up.Program hosted by Yosemite Hospitality.

Meetup location provided upon registration.

Birding & Wildlife Walk (Yosemite Valley)

Look for birds and other wildlife as well as the signs they leave behind with a Yosemite Conservancy naturalist. Families welcome! Register in advance at yosemite.org.Program hosted by Yosemite Conservancy.

Meeting location provided upon registration.

The Ansel Adams Gallery Photography Walk (Yosemite Valley)

Join a staff photographer for a brief field lecture in Yosemite Valley. Space is limited registration required.

The Ansel Adams Gallery is located in Yosemite Village, near shuttle stop 5.

Art Class (Happy Isles Art & Nature Center)

Slow down and connect with nature in a new way. Beginners welcome! Meet at the Happy Isles Artand Nature Center for art classes. Register in advance at yosemite.org/art.Program hosted by Yosemite Conservancy.

Happy Isles Art &amp Nature Center is located near Shuttle Stop 16 in Yosemite Valley. The nearest parking is at Curry Village.

Kids' Open Art Studio (Happy Isles Art & Nature Center)

Free kids' art activities at the Happy Isles Art & Nature Center (shuttle stop 16.) Drop inanytime during studio hours!Program hosted by Yosemite Conservancy.

Happy Isles Art &amp Nature Center is located near Shuttle Stop 16 in Yosemite Valley. The nearest parking is at Curry Village.

Discovery Walk (Yosemite Valley)

Join a ranger for an easy walk and learn more about what makes Yosemite special. Topics vary daily. Meet in front of the museum in Yosemite Village (use shuttle stop 5.)Program hosted by the National Park Service.

Meet in front of the Yosemite Museum, located in Yosemite Village. Use Yosemite Village Parking or shuttle stops 1, 2, 4, or 5.

Ask a Climber! (Yosemite Valley)

Stop by to view climbers on El Capitan through spotting scopes and discover the world of vertical adventure on Yosemite's big walls. Located on the west side of El Capitan Bridge (use shuttle stop 9.)Program hosted by the National Park Service.

Located on the west side of El Capitan Bridge (use shuttle stop 9 or park at El Capitan Meadow.)

In the Footsteps of Ansel Adams (Yosemite Valley)

Join a staff photographer for a field class around Yosemite Valley.Classes hosted by The Ansel Adams Gallery.

The Ansel Adams Gallery is located in Yosemtie Village, near shuttle stop 5.

Family Ranger Talk (Yosemite Valley)

Topics vary. Meet in front of the Yosemite Valley Welcome Center (shuttle stop 2.)Program hosted by the National Park Service.

Meet outside the welcome center, located next to Yosemite Village Parking. Use Shuttle Stops 1, 2, or 4.

Historic Ahwahnee Hotel Tour (Yosemite Valley)

Learn about the history behind Yosemite’s famous luxury hotel on this complimentary one-hour tour.Meet on the hotel’s back lawn.Program hosted by Yosemite Hospitality.

Meet at The Ahwahnee hotel, on the back lawn. (Limited parking at The Ahwahnee—use shuttle stop 3 or walk 15 minutes from Yosemite Village Parking.)

Guided Nature Walk (Yosemite Valley)

Join a naturalist for an easy guided walk of Yosemite’s natural areas. Meet at The Ahwahnee Hotel on the back lawn (use shuttle stop 3.)Program hosted by Yosemite Hospitality.

Meet at The Ahwahnee Hotel on the back lawn. (Limited parking at The Ahwahnee—use shuttle stop 3 or walk 15 minutes from Yosemite Village Parking.)

Yosemite Valley Sunset Walk

Join a Yosemite Conservancy naturalist on a sunset walk through Yosemite Valley and learnabout the flora, fauna, and history of Yosemite National Park. Register in advance at yosemite.org.Program hosted by Yosemite Conservancy.

Meeting location provided upon registration.

Yosemite After Dark (Yosemite Valley)

Grab a flashlight and join a Yosemite Naturalist for an interactive nature walk at night! Recommended for kids 11 & up.Program hosted by Yosemite Hospitality.

Meetup location provided upon registration.

Explore Yosemite's Night Sky (Yosemite Valley)

Join a Yosemite Conservancy naturalist for a guided stargazing experience under Yosemite’snight sky. Learn about star science, constellations, cultural stories, and mythology. Your naturalist will use a laser pointer to highlight celestial objects—no telescopes are used......More

Join a Yosemite Conservancy naturalist for a guided stargazing experience under Yosemite’snight sky. Learn about star science, constellations, cultural stories, and mythology. Your naturalist will use a laser pointer to highlight celestial objects—no telescopes are used. Register in advance at yosemite.org.Program hosted by Yosemite Conservancy.

Meeting location provided upon registration.

Art Class (Happy Isles Art & Nature Center)

Slow down and connect with nature in a new way. Beginners welcome! Meet at the Happy Isles Artand Nature Center for art classes. Register in advance at yosemite.org/art.Program hosted by Yosemite Conservancy.

Happy Isles Art &amp Nature Center is located near Shuttle Stop 16 in Yosemite Valley. The nearest parking is at Curry Village.

Kids' Open Art Studio (Happy Isles Art & Nature Center)

Free kids' art activities at the Happy Isles Art & Nature Center (shuttle stop 16.) Drop inanytime during studio hours!Program hosted by Yosemite Conservancy.

Happy Isles Art &amp Nature Center is located near Shuttle Stop 16 in Yosemite Valley. The nearest parking is at Curry Village.

Ask a Climber! (Yosemite Valley)

Stop by to view climbers on El Capitan through spotting scopes and discover the world of vertical adventure on Yosemite's big walls. Located on the west side of El Capitan Bridge (use shuttle stop 9.)Program hosted by the National Park Service.

Located on the west side of El Capitan Bridge (use shuttle stop 9 or park at El Capitan Meadow.)

Family Ranger Talk (Yosemite Valley)

Topics vary. Meet in front of the Yosemite Valley Welcome Center (shuttle stop 2.)Program hosted by the National Park Service.

Meet outside the welcome center, located next to Yosemite Village Parking. Use Shuttle Stops 1, 2, or 4.

Historic Ahwahnee Hotel Tour (Yosemite Valley)

Learn about the history behind Yosemite’s famous luxury hotel on this complimentary one-hour tour.Meet on the hotel’s back lawn.Program hosted by Yosemite Hospitality.

Meet at The Ahwahnee hotel, on the back lawn. (Limited parking at The Ahwahnee—use shuttle stop 3 or walk 15 minutes from Yosemite Village Parking.)

Paint & Sip (Yosemite Valley)

Learn the basics of watercolor and create an iconic Yosemite landscape step-by-step.Beginners welcome! Meet at the Mountain Room Lounge register in advance at yosemite.org/art.Program hosted by Yosemite Conservancy & Yosemite Hospitality.

Guided Nature Walk (Yosemite Valley)

Join a naturalist for an easy guided walk of Yosemite’s natural areas. Meet at The Ahwahnee Hotel on the back lawn (use shuttle stop 3.)Program hosted by Yosemite Hospitality.

Meet at The Ahwahnee Hotel on the back lawn. (Limited parking at The Ahwahnee—use shuttle stop 3 or walk 15 minutes from Yosemite Village Parking.)

Yosemite Valley Sunset Walk

Join a Yosemite Conservancy naturalist on a sunset walk through Yosemite Valley and learnabout the flora, fauna, and history of Yosemite National Park. Register in advance at yosemite.org.Program hosted by Yosemite Conservancy.

Meeting location provided upon registration.

Evening Programs at the Yosemite Conservation Heritage Center

Special Presentations by guest speakers hosted by the Sierra Club. Programs are free no registration required.  Events: Friday  May 8 | Yosemite Landmarks: Origins and History of Yosemite’s Places and NamesPresented By: Jeremy Evans  Nature Photographer/Filmmaker/Sierra......More

Special Presentations by guest speakers hosted by the Sierra Club. Programs are free no registration required.  Events: Friday  May 8 | Yosemite Landmarks: Origins and History of Yosemite’s Places and NamesPresented By: Jeremy Evans  Nature Photographer/Filmmaker/Sierra Club Outings LeaderDid you wonder who explored and named Yosemite’s iconic landmarks? Join Jeremy on this evening of historic discovery.Saturday May 9 | Yosemite Landmarks: Origins and History of Yosemite’s Places and NamesPresented By: Jeremy Evans  Nature Photographer/Filmmaker/Sierra Club Outings LeaderThis program covers light pollution and prevention followed by a night sky tour using basic photography equipment and deep sky telescope imaging. Showcasing images and videos from Yosemite Death Valley Yellowstone Sequoia and more see the Milky Way lunar rainbows meteor showers distant galaxies comets nebulas and eclipses. Come learn more about light pollution & prevention night photography and astronomy or simply enjoy the slideshow. Notice: this is an indoor Keynote presentation.Saturday June 6 | Smokejumping in the WestPresented By: Deanne Shulman First Female SmokejumperHear about the life of a smokejumper responding to wildfires throughout the Western US.Friday June 12 | Smokejumping in the WestPresented By: Deanne Shulman First Female SmokejumperHear about the life of a smokejumper responding to wildfires throughout the Western US.  

The YCHC is located in Yosemite Valley near Housekeeping Camp and shuttle stop 12. Parking is very limited shuttles are recommended.

Yosemite After Dark (Yosemite Valley)

Grab a flashlight and join a Yosemite Naturalist for an interactive nature walk at night! Recommended for kids 11 & up.Program hosted by Yosemite Hospitality.

Meetup location provided upon registration.

Explore Yosemite's Night Sky (Yosemite Valley)

Join a Yosemite Conservancy naturalist for a guided stargazing experience under Yosemite’snight sky. Learn about star science, constellations, cultural stories, and mythology. Your naturalist will use a laser pointer to highlight celestial objects—no telescopes are used......More

Join a Yosemite Conservancy naturalist for a guided stargazing experience under Yosemite’snight sky. Learn about star science, constellations, cultural stories, and mythology. Your naturalist will use a laser pointer to highlight celestial objects—no telescopes are used. Register in advance at yosemite.org.Program hosted by Yosemite Conservancy.

Meeting location provided upon registration.

Kids' Open Art Studio (Happy Isles Art & Nature Center)

Free kids' art activities at the Happy Isles Art & Nature Center (shuttle stop 16.) Drop inanytime during studio hours!Program hosted by Yosemite Conservancy.

Happy Isles Art &amp Nature Center is located near Shuttle Stop 16 in Yosemite Valley. The nearest parking is at Curry Village.

Ask a Climber! (Yosemite Valley)

Stop by to view climbers on El Capitan through spotting scopes and discover the world of vertical adventure on Yosemite's big walls. Located on the west side of El Capitan Bridge (use shuttle stop 9.)Program hosted by the National Park Service.

Located on the west side of El Capitan Bridge (use shuttle stop 9 or park at El Capitan Meadow.)

In the Field: Creative Smartphone Photography (Yosemite Valley)

Join a staff photographer to learn how to make better photographs with the camera you always carry.Classes hosted by The Ansel Adams Gallery.

The Ansel Adams Gallery is located in Yosemtie Village, near shuttle stop 5.

Family Ranger Talk (Yosemite Valley)

Topics vary. Meet in front of the Yosemite Valley Welcome Center (shuttle stop 2.)Program hosted by the National Park Service.

Meet outside the welcome center, located next to Yosemite Village Parking. Use Shuttle Stops 1, 2, or 4.

Historic Ahwahnee Hotel Tour (Yosemite Valley)

Learn about the history behind Yosemite’s famous luxury hotel on this complimentary one-hour tour.Meet on the hotel’s back lawn.Program hosted by Yosemite Hospitality.

Meet at The Ahwahnee hotel, on the back lawn. (Limited parking at The Ahwahnee—use shuttle stop 3 or walk 15 minutes from Yosemite Village Parking.)

Guided Nature Walk (Yosemite Valley)

Join a naturalist for an easy guided walk of Yosemite’s natural areas. Meet at The Ahwahnee Hotel on the back lawn (use shuttle stop 3.)Program hosted by Yosemite Hospitality.

Meet at The Ahwahnee Hotel on the back lawn. (Limited parking at The Ahwahnee—use shuttle stop 3 or walk 15 minutes from Yosemite Village Parking.)

Yosemite Valley Sunset Walk

Join a Yosemite Conservancy naturalist on a sunset walk through Yosemite Valley and learnabout the flora, fauna, and history of Yosemite National Park. Register in advance at yosemite.org.Program hosted by Yosemite Conservancy.

Meeting location provided upon registration.

Evening Programs at the Yosemite Conservation Heritage Center

Special Presentations by guest speakers hosted by the Sierra Club. Programs are free no registration required.  Events: Friday  May 8 | Yosemite Landmarks: Origins and History of Yosemite’s Places and NamesPresented By: Jeremy Evans  Nature Photographer/Filmmaker/Sierra......More

Special Presentations by guest speakers hosted by the Sierra Club. Programs are free no registration required.  Events: Friday  May 8 | Yosemite Landmarks: Origins and History of Yosemite’s Places and NamesPresented By: Jeremy Evans  Nature Photographer/Filmmaker/Sierra Club Outings LeaderDid you wonder who explored and named Yosemite’s iconic landmarks? Join Jeremy on this evening of historic discovery.Saturday May 9 | Yosemite Landmarks: Origins and History of Yosemite’s Places and NamesPresented By: Jeremy Evans  Nature Photographer/Filmmaker/Sierra Club Outings LeaderThis program covers light pollution and prevention followed by a night sky tour using basic photography equipment and deep sky telescope imaging. Showcasing images and videos from Yosemite Death Valley Yellowstone Sequoia and more see the Milky Way lunar rainbows meteor showers distant galaxies comets nebulas and eclipses. Come learn more about light pollution & prevention night photography and astronomy or simply enjoy the slideshow. Notice: this is an indoor Keynote presentation.Saturday June 6 | Smokejumping in the WestPresented By: Deanne Shulman First Female SmokejumperHear about the life of a smokejumper responding to wildfires throughout the Western US.Friday June 12 | Smokejumping in the WestPresented By: Deanne Shulman First Female SmokejumperHear about the life of a smokejumper responding to wildfires throughout the Western US.  

The YCHC is located in Yosemite Valley near Housekeeping Camp and shuttle stop 12. Parking is very limited shuttles are recommended.

Yosemite After Dark (Yosemite Valley)

Grab a flashlight and join a Yosemite Naturalist for an interactive nature walk at night! Recommended for kids 11 & up.Program hosted by Yosemite Hospitality.

Meetup location provided upon registration.

Explore Yosemite's Night Sky (Yosemite Valley)

Join a Yosemite Conservancy naturalist for a guided stargazing experience under Yosemite’snight sky. Learn about star science, constellations, cultural stories, and mythology. Your naturalist will use a laser pointer to highlight celestial objects—no telescopes are used......More

Join a Yosemite Conservancy naturalist for a guided stargazing experience under Yosemite’snight sky. Learn about star science, constellations, cultural stories, and mythology. Your naturalist will use a laser pointer to highlight celestial objects—no telescopes are used. Register in advance at yosemite.org.Program hosted by Yosemite Conservancy.

Meeting location provided upon registration.

Coffee with a Ranger (Wawona)

Meet at Pine Tree Market for coffee a Q& A session and general park updates with one of our rangers. Drop-ins welcome!Program hosted by the National Park Service.

Meet at Pine Tree Market in Wawona, located on Chilnualna Falls Rd. Wawona is located one hour south of Yosemite Valley.

Climber Coffee (Yosemite Valley)

Meet with NPS climbing rangers to discuss climbing management issues, preventative search and rescue activities and other current events surrounding the climbing community. Drop in at Camp 4, near the Midnight Lightning boulder.Program hosted by the National Park Servic......More

Meet with NPS climbing rangers to discuss climbing management issues, preventative search and rescue activities and other current events surrounding the climbing community. Drop in at Camp 4, near the Midnight Lightning boulder.Program hosted by the National Park Service.

Meet at Camp 4 at the Midnight Lightning Boulder.

Kids' Open Art Studio (Happy Isles Art & Nature Center)

Free kids' art activities at the Happy Isles Art & Nature Center (shuttle stop 16.) Drop inanytime during studio hours!Program hosted by Yosemite Conservancy.

Happy Isles Art &amp Nature Center is located near Shuttle Stop 16 in Yosemite Valley. The nearest parking is at Curry Village.

Ask a Climber! (Yosemite Valley)

Stop by to view climbers on El Capitan through spotting scopes and discover the world of vertical adventure on Yosemite's big walls. Located on the west side of El Capitan Bridge (use shuttle stop 9.)Program hosted by the National Park Service.

Located on the west side of El Capitan Bridge (use shuttle stop 9 or park at El Capitan Meadow.)

Family Ranger Talk (Yosemite Valley)

Topics vary. Meet in front of the Yosemite Valley Welcome Center (shuttle stop 2.)Program hosted by the National Park Service.

Meet outside the welcome center, located next to Yosemite Village Parking. Use Shuttle Stops 1, 2, or 4.

Historic Ahwahnee Hotel Tour (Yosemite Valley)

Learn about the history behind Yosemite’s famous luxury hotel on this complimentary one-hour tour.Meet on the hotel’s back lawn.Program hosted by Yosemite Hospitality.

Meet at The Ahwahnee hotel, on the back lawn. (Limited parking at The Ahwahnee—use shuttle stop 3 or walk 15 minutes from Yosemite Village Parking.)

Guided Nature Walk (Yosemite Valley)

Join a naturalist for an easy guided walk of Yosemite’s natural areas. Meet at The Ahwahnee Hotel on the back lawn (use shuttle stop 3.)Program hosted by Yosemite Hospitality.

Meet at The Ahwahnee Hotel on the back lawn. (Limited parking at The Ahwahnee—use shuttle stop 3 or walk 15 minutes from Yosemite Village Parking.)

Yosemite Valley Sunset Walk

Join a Yosemite Conservancy naturalist on a sunset walk through Yosemite Valley and learnabout the flora, fauna, and history of Yosemite National Park. Register in advance at yosemite.org.Program hosted by Yosemite Conservancy.

Meeting location provided upon registration.

Evening Programs (Yosemite Valley)

Yosemite naturalists present a variety of topics on natural and cultural history. Meet at the Curry Village Amphitheater (use shuttle stop 14 or 19.)Program hosted by Yosemite Hospitality.

Meet at the Curry Village Amphitheater (use shuttle stop 14 or 19.)

Yosemite After Dark (Yosemite Valley)

Grab a flashlight and join a Yosemite Naturalist for an interactive nature walk at night! Recommended for kids 11 & up.Program hosted by Yosemite Hospitality.

Meetup location provided upon registration.

Birding in Yosemite Valley

Listen, watch, and learn about Yosemite’s birdlife while enjoying an easy paced walk with a Yosemite Conservancy naturalist. Register in advance at yosemite.org.Program hosted by Yosemite Conservancy.

Meeting location provided upon registration.

Art Class (Happy Isles Art & Nature Center)

Slow down and connect with nature in a new way. Beginners welcome! Meet at the Happy Isles Artand Nature Center for art classes. Register in advance at yosemite.org/art.Program hosted by Yosemite Conservancy.

Happy Isles Art &amp Nature Center is located near Shuttle Stop 16 in Yosemite Valley. The nearest parking is at Curry Village.

Kids' Open Art Studio (Happy Isles Art & Nature Center)

Free kids' art activities at the Happy Isles Art & Nature Center (shuttle stop 16.) Drop inanytime during studio hours!Program hosted by Yosemite Conservancy.

Happy Isles Art &amp Nature Center is located near Shuttle Stop 16 in Yosemite Valley. The nearest parking is at Curry Village.

Ask a Climber! (Yosemite Valley)

Stop by to view climbers on El Capitan through spotting scopes and discover the world of vertical adventure on Yosemite's big walls. Located on the west side of El Capitan Bridge (use shuttle stop 9.)Program hosted by the National Park Service.

Located on the west side of El Capitan Bridge (use shuttle stop 9 or park at El Capitan Meadow.)

In the Footsteps of Ansel Adams (Yosemite Valley)

Join a staff photographer for a field class around Yosemite Valley.Classes hosted by The Ansel Adams Gallery.

The Ansel Adams Gallery is located in Yosemtie Village, near shuttle stop 5.

Family Ranger Talk (Yosemite Valley)

Topics vary. Meet in front of the Yosemite Valley Welcome Center (shuttle stop 2.)Program hosted by the National Park Service.

Meet outside the welcome center, located next to Yosemite Village Parking. Use Shuttle Stops 1, 2, or 4.

Historic Ahwahnee Hotel Tour (Yosemite Valley)

Learn about the history behind Yosemite’s famous luxury hotel on this complimentary one-hour tour.Meet on the hotel’s back lawn.Program hosted by Yosemite Hospitality.

Meet at The Ahwahnee hotel, on the back lawn. (Limited parking at The Ahwahnee—use shuttle stop 3 or walk 15 minutes from Yosemite Village Parking.)

Guided Nature Walk (Yosemite Valley)

Join a naturalist for an easy guided walk of Yosemite’s natural areas. Meet at The Ahwahnee Hotel on the back lawn (use shuttle stop 3.)Program hosted by Yosemite Hospitality.

Meet at The Ahwahnee Hotel on the back lawn. (Limited parking at The Ahwahnee—use shuttle stop 3 or walk 15 minutes from Yosemite Village Parking.)

Yosemite Valley Sunset Walk

Join a Yosemite Conservancy naturalist on a sunset walk through Yosemite Valley and learnabout the flora, fauna, and history of Yosemite National Park. Register in advance at yosemite.org.Program hosted by Yosemite Conservancy.

Meeting location provided upon registration.

Evening Programs (Yosemite Valley)

Yosemite naturalists present a variety of topics on natural and cultural history. Meet at the Curry Village Amphitheater (use shuttle stop 14 or 19.)Program hosted by Yosemite Hospitality.

Meet at the Curry Village Amphitheater (use shuttle stop 14 or 19.)

Yosemite After Dark (Yosemite Valley)

Grab a flashlight and join a Yosemite Naturalist for an interactive nature walk at night! Recommended for kids 11 & up.Program hosted by Yosemite Hospitality.

Meetup location provided upon registration.

Birding & Wildlife Walk (Yosemite Valley)

Look for birds and other wildlife as well as the signs they leave behind with a Yosemite Conservancy naturalist. Families welcome! Register in advance at yosemite.org.Program hosted by Yosemite Conservancy.

Meeting location provided upon registration.

The Ansel Adams Gallery Photography Walk (Yosemite Valley)

Join a staff photographer for a brief field lecture in Yosemite Valley. Space is limited registration required.

The Ansel Adams Gallery is located in Yosemite Village, near shuttle stop 5.

Art Class (Happy Isles Art & Nature Center)

Slow down and connect with nature in a new way. Beginners welcome! Meet at the Happy Isles Artand Nature Center for art classes. Register in advance at yosemite.org/art.Program hosted by Yosemite Conservancy.

Happy Isles Art &amp Nature Center is located near Shuttle Stop 16 in Yosemite Valley. The nearest parking is at Curry Village.

Kids' Open Art Studio (Happy Isles Art & Nature Center)

Free kids' art activities at the Happy Isles Art & Nature Center (shuttle stop 16.) Drop inanytime during studio hours!Program hosted by Yosemite Conservancy.

Happy Isles Art &amp Nature Center is located near Shuttle Stop 16 in Yosemite Valley. The nearest parking is at Curry Village.

Discovery Walk (Yosemite Valley)

Join a ranger for an easy walk and learn more about what makes Yosemite special. Topics vary daily. Meet in front of the museum in Yosemite Village (use shuttle stop 5.)Program hosted by the National Park Service.

Meet in front of the Yosemite Museum, located in Yosemite Village. Use Yosemite Village Parking or shuttle stops 1, 2, 4, or 5.

Ask a Climber! (Yosemite Valley)

Stop by to view climbers on El Capitan through spotting scopes and discover the world of vertical adventure on Yosemite's big walls. Located on the west side of El Capitan Bridge (use shuttle stop 9.)Program hosted by the National Park Service.

Located on the west side of El Capitan Bridge (use shuttle stop 9 or park at El Capitan Meadow.)

Ansel Adams' Legacy and Your Digital Camera (Yosemite Valley)

Join a staff photographer to learn how to make better photographs with your DSLR camera.Classes hosted by The Ansel Adams Gallery.

The Ansel Adams Gallery is located in Yosemtie Village, near shuttle stop 5.

Family Ranger Talk (Yosemite Valley)

Topics vary. Meet in front of the Yosemite Valley Welcome Center (shuttle stop 2.)Program hosted by the National Park Service.

Meet outside the welcome center, located next to Yosemite Village Parking. Use Shuttle Stops 1, 2, or 4.

Historic Ahwahnee Hotel Tour (Yosemite Valley)

Learn about the history behind Yosemite’s famous luxury hotel on this complimentary one-hour tour.Meet on the hotel’s back lawn.Program hosted by Yosemite Hospitality.

Meet at The Ahwahnee hotel, on the back lawn. (Limited parking at The Ahwahnee—use shuttle stop 3 or walk 15 minutes from Yosemite Village Parking.)

Guided Nature Walk (Yosemite Valley)

Join a naturalist for an easy guided walk of Yosemite’s natural areas. Meet at The Ahwahnee Hotel on the back lawn (use shuttle stop 3.)Program hosted by Yosemite Hospitality.

Meet at The Ahwahnee Hotel on the back lawn. (Limited parking at The Ahwahnee—use shuttle stop 3 or walk 15 minutes from Yosemite Village Parking.)

Yosemite Valley Sunset Walk

Join a Yosemite Conservancy naturalist on a sunset walk through Yosemite Valley and learnabout the flora, fauna, and history of Yosemite National Park. Register in advance at yosemite.org.Program hosted by Yosemite Conservancy.

Meeting location provided upon registration.

Evening Programs (Yosemite Valley)

Yosemite naturalists present a variety of topics on natural and cultural history. Meet at the Curry Village Amphitheater (use shuttle stop 14 or 19.)Program hosted by Yosemite Hospitality.

Meet at the Curry Village Amphitheater (use shuttle stop 14 or 19.)

Yosemite After Dark (Yosemite Valley)

Grab a flashlight and join a Yosemite Naturalist for an interactive nature walk at night! Recommended for kids 11 & up.Program hosted by Yosemite Hospitality.

Meetup location provided upon registration.

Birding in Yosemite Valley

Listen, watch, and learn about Yosemite’s birdlife while enjoying an easy paced walk with a Yosemite Conservancy naturalist. Register in advance at yosemite.org.Program hosted by Yosemite Conservancy.

Meeting location provided upon registration.

In the Field: Creative Smartphone Photography (Yosemite Valley)

Join a staff photographer to learn how to make better photographs with the camera you always carry.Classes hosted by The Ansel Adams Gallery.

The Ansel Adams Gallery is located in Yosemtie Village, near shuttle stop 5.

Art Class (Happy Isles Art & Nature Center)

Slow down and connect with nature in a new way. Beginners welcome! Meet at the Happy Isles Artand Nature Center for art classes. Register in advance at yosemite.org/art.Program hosted by Yosemite Conservancy.

Happy Isles Art &amp Nature Center is located near Shuttle Stop 16 in Yosemite Valley. The nearest parking is at Curry Village.

Coffee with a Ranger (Wawona)

Meet at Pine Tree Market for coffee a Q& A session and general park updates with one of our rangers. Drop-ins welcome!Program hosted by the National Park Service.

Meet at Pine Tree Market in Wawona, located on Chilnualna Falls Rd. Wawona is located one hour south of Yosemite Valley.

Kids' Open Art Studio (Happy Isles Art & Nature Center)

Free kids' art activities at the Happy Isles Art & Nature Center (shuttle stop 16.) Drop inanytime during studio hours!Program hosted by Yosemite Conservancy.

Happy Isles Art &amp Nature Center is located near Shuttle Stop 16 in Yosemite Valley. The nearest parking is at Curry Village.

Discovery Walk (Yosemite Valley)

Join a ranger for an easy walk and learn more about what makes Yosemite special. Topics vary daily. Meet in front of the museum in Yosemite Village (use shuttle stop 5.)Program hosted by the National Park Service.

Meet in front of the Yosemite Museum, located in Yosemite Village. Use Yosemite Village Parking or shuttle stops 1, 2, 4, or 5.

Ask a Climber! (Yosemite Valley)

Stop by to view climbers on El Capitan through spotting scopes and discover the world of vertical adventure on Yosemite's big walls. Located on the west side of El Capitan Bridge (use shuttle stop 9.)Program hosted by the National Park Service.

Located on the west side of El Capitan Bridge (use shuttle stop 9 or park at El Capitan Meadow.)

Family Ranger Talk (Yosemite Valley)

Topics vary. Meet in front of the Yosemite Valley Welcome Center (shuttle stop 2.)Program hosted by the National Park Service.

Meet outside the welcome center, located next to Yosemite Village Parking. Use Shuttle Stops 1, 2, or 4.

Historic Ahwahnee Hotel Tour (Yosemite Valley)

Learn about the history behind Yosemite’s famous luxury hotel on this complimentary one-hour tour.Meet on the hotel’s back lawn.Program hosted by Yosemite Hospitality.

Meet at The Ahwahnee hotel, on the back lawn. (Limited parking at The Ahwahnee—use shuttle stop 3 or walk 15 minutes from Yosemite Village Parking.)

Guided Nature Walk (Yosemite Valley)

Join a naturalist for an easy guided walk of Yosemite’s natural areas. Meet at The Ahwahnee Hotel on the back lawn (use shuttle stop 3.)Program hosted by Yosemite Hospitality.

Meet at The Ahwahnee Hotel on the back lawn. (Limited parking at The Ahwahnee—use shuttle stop 3 or walk 15 minutes from Yosemite Village Parking.)

Yosemite Valley Sunset Walk

Join a Yosemite Conservancy naturalist on a sunset walk through Yosemite Valley and learnabout the flora, fauna, and history of Yosemite National Park. Register in advance at yosemite.org.Program hosted by Yosemite Conservancy.

Meeting location provided upon registration.

Yosemite After Dark (Yosemite Valley)

Grab a flashlight and join a Yosemite Naturalist for an interactive nature walk at night! Recommended for kids 11 & up.Program hosted by Yosemite Hospitality.

Meetup location provided upon registration.

Birding & Wildlife Walk (Yosemite Valley)

Look for birds and other wildlife as well as the signs they leave behind with a Yosemite Conservancy naturalist. Families welcome! Register in advance at yosemite.org.Program hosted by Yosemite Conservancy.

Meeting location provided upon registration.

The Ansel Adams Gallery Photography Walk (Yosemite Valley)

Join a staff photographer for a brief field lecture in Yosemite Valley. Space is limited registration required.

The Ansel Adams Gallery is located in Yosemite Village, near shuttle stop 5.

Art Class (Happy Isles Art & Nature Center)

Slow down and connect with nature in a new way. Beginners welcome! Meet at the Happy Isles Artand Nature Center for art classes. Register in advance at yosemite.org/art.Program hosted by Yosemite Conservancy.

Happy Isles Art &amp Nature Center is located near Shuttle Stop 16 in Yosemite Valley. The nearest parking is at Curry Village.

Kids' Open Art Studio (Happy Isles Art & Nature Center)

Free kids' art activities at the Happy Isles Art & Nature Center (shuttle stop 16.) Drop inanytime during studio hours!Program hosted by Yosemite Conservancy.

Happy Isles Art &amp Nature Center is located near Shuttle Stop 16 in Yosemite Valley. The nearest parking is at Curry Village.

Discovery Walk (Yosemite Valley)

Join a ranger for an easy walk and learn more about what makes Yosemite special. Topics vary daily. Meet in front of the museum in Yosemite Village (use shuttle stop 5.)Program hosted by the National Park Service.

Meet in front of the Yosemite Museum, located in Yosemite Village. Use Yosemite Village Parking or shuttle stops 1, 2, 4, or 5.

Ask a Climber! (Yosemite Valley)

Stop by to view climbers on El Capitan through spotting scopes and discover the world of vertical adventure on Yosemite's big walls. Located on the west side of El Capitan Bridge (use shuttle stop 9.)Program hosted by the National Park Service.

Located on the west side of El Capitan Bridge (use shuttle stop 9 or park at El Capitan Meadow.)

In the Footsteps of Ansel Adams (Yosemite Valley)

Join a staff photographer for a field class around Yosemite Valley.Classes hosted by The Ansel Adams Gallery.

The Ansel Adams Gallery is located in Yosemtie Village, near shuttle stop 5.

Family Ranger Talk (Yosemite Valley)

Topics vary. Meet in front of the Yosemite Valley Welcome Center (shuttle stop 2.)Program hosted by the National Park Service.

Meet outside the welcome center, located next to Yosemite Village Parking. Use Shuttle Stops 1, 2, or 4.

Historic Ahwahnee Hotel Tour (Yosemite Valley)

Learn about the history behind Yosemite’s famous luxury hotel on this complimentary one-hour tour.Meet on the hotel’s back lawn.Program hosted by Yosemite Hospitality.

Meet at The Ahwahnee hotel, on the back lawn. (Limited parking at The Ahwahnee—use shuttle stop 3 or walk 15 minutes from Yosemite Village Parking.)

Guided Nature Walk (Yosemite Valley)

Join a naturalist for an easy guided walk of Yosemite’s natural areas. Meet at The Ahwahnee Hotel on the back lawn (use shuttle stop 3.)Program hosted by Yosemite Hospitality.

Meet at The Ahwahnee Hotel on the back lawn. (Limited parking at The Ahwahnee—use shuttle stop 3 or walk 15 minutes from Yosemite Village Parking.)

Yosemite Valley Sunset Walk

Join a Yosemite Conservancy naturalist on a sunset walk through Yosemite Valley and learnabout the flora, fauna, and history of Yosemite National Park. Register in advance at yosemite.org.Program hosted by Yosemite Conservancy.

Meeting location provided upon registration.

Yosemite After Dark (Yosemite Valley)

Grab a flashlight and join a Yosemite Naturalist for an interactive nature walk at night! Recommended for kids 11 & up.Program hosted by Yosemite Hospitality.

Meetup location provided upon registration.

Explore Yosemite's Night Sky (Yosemite Valley)

Join a Yosemite Conservancy naturalist for a guided stargazing experience under Yosemite’snight sky. Learn about star science, constellations, cultural stories, and mythology. Your naturalist will use a laser pointer to highlight celestial objects—no telescopes are used......More

Join a Yosemite Conservancy naturalist for a guided stargazing experience under Yosemite’snight sky. Learn about star science, constellations, cultural stories, and mythology. Your naturalist will use a laser pointer to highlight celestial objects—no telescopes are used. Register in advance at yosemite.org.Program hosted by Yosemite Conservancy.

Meeting location provided upon registration.

Art Class (Happy Isles Art & Nature Center)

Slow down and connect with nature in a new way. Beginners welcome! Meet at the Happy Isles Artand Nature Center for art classes. Register in advance at yosemite.org/art.Program hosted by Yosemite Conservancy.

Happy Isles Art &amp Nature Center is located near Shuttle Stop 16 in Yosemite Valley. The nearest parking is at Curry Village.

Kids' Open Art Studio (Happy Isles Art & Nature Center)

Free kids' art activities at the Happy Isles Art & Nature Center (shuttle stop 16.) Drop inanytime during studio hours!Program hosted by Yosemite Conservancy.

Happy Isles Art &amp Nature Center is located near Shuttle Stop 16 in Yosemite Valley. The nearest parking is at Curry Village.

Ask a Climber! (Yosemite Valley)

Stop by to view climbers on El Capitan through spotting scopes and discover the world of vertical adventure on Yosemite's big walls. Located on the west side of El Capitan Bridge (use shuttle stop 9.)Program hosted by the National Park Service.

Located on the west side of El Capitan Bridge (use shuttle stop 9 or park at El Capitan Meadow.)

Family Ranger Talk (Yosemite Valley)

Topics vary. Meet in front of the Yosemite Valley Welcome Center (shuttle stop 2.)Program hosted by the National Park Service.

Meet outside the welcome center, located next to Yosemite Village Parking. Use Shuttle Stops 1, 2, or 4.

Historic Ahwahnee Hotel Tour (Yosemite Valley)

Learn about the history behind Yosemite’s famous luxury hotel on this complimentary one-hour tour.Meet on the hotel’s back lawn.Program hosted by Yosemite Hospitality.

Meet at The Ahwahnee hotel, on the back lawn. (Limited parking at The Ahwahnee—use shuttle stop 3 or walk 15 minutes from Yosemite Village Parking.)

Paint & Sip (Yosemite Valley)

Learn the basics of watercolor and create an iconic Yosemite landscape step-by-step.Beginners welcome! Meet at the Mountain Room Lounge register in advance at yosemite.org/art.Program hosted by Yosemite Conservancy & Yosemite Hospitality.

Guided Nature Walk (Yosemite Valley)

Join a naturalist for an easy guided walk of Yosemite’s natural areas. Meet at The Ahwahnee Hotel on the back lawn (use shuttle stop 3.)Program hosted by Yosemite Hospitality.

Meet at The Ahwahnee Hotel on the back lawn. (Limited parking at The Ahwahnee—use shuttle stop 3 or walk 15 minutes from Yosemite Village Parking.)

Yosemite Valley Sunset Walk

Join a Yosemite Conservancy naturalist on a sunset walk through Yosemite Valley and learnabout the flora, fauna, and history of Yosemite National Park. Register in advance at yosemite.org.Program hosted by Yosemite Conservancy.

Meeting location provided upon registration.

Art and Conservation in the National Park (presented by artist James McGrew)

A special one hour presentation by artist James McGrew discussing art and conservation at the Yosemite Valley Lodge Amphitheater. Hosted by the Ansel Adams Gallery.Yosemite Awakenings: New Paintings by James McGrew is on display at the Ansel Adams Gallery in Yosemite Vi......More

A special one hour presentation by artist James McGrew discussing art and conservation at the Yosemite Valley Lodge Amphitheater. Hosted by the Ansel Adams Gallery.Yosemite Awakenings: New Paintings by James McGrew is on display at the Ansel Adams Gallery in Yosemite Village from May 4 to June 20. An artist's reception will be held at the Gallery on May 16 from 1 pm – 3 pm.

Meet at the Yosemite Valley Lodge Amphitheater. Use Yosemite Falls Parking or shuttle stop 7.

Yosemite After Dark (Yosemite Valley)

Grab a flashlight and join a Yosemite Naturalist for an interactive nature walk at night! Recommended for kids 11 & up.Program hosted by Yosemite Hospitality.

Meetup location provided upon registration.

Explore Yosemite's Night Sky (Yosemite Valley)

Join a Yosemite Conservancy naturalist for a guided stargazing experience under Yosemite’snight sky. Learn about star science, constellations, cultural stories, and mythology. Your naturalist will use a laser pointer to highlight celestial objects—no telescopes are used......More

Join a Yosemite Conservancy naturalist for a guided stargazing experience under Yosemite’snight sky. Learn about star science, constellations, cultural stories, and mythology. Your naturalist will use a laser pointer to highlight celestial objects—no telescopes are used. Register in advance at yosemite.org.Program hosted by Yosemite Conservancy.

Meeting location provided upon registration.

Kids' Open Art Studio (Happy Isles Art & Nature Center)

Free kids' art activities at the Happy Isles Art & Nature Center (shuttle stop 16.) Drop inanytime during studio hours!Program hosted by Yosemite Conservancy.

Happy Isles Art &amp Nature Center is located near Shuttle Stop 16 in Yosemite Valley. The nearest parking is at Curry Village.

Ask a Climber! (Yosemite Valley)

Stop by to view climbers on El Capitan through spotting scopes and discover the world of vertical adventure on Yosemite's big walls. Located on the west side of El Capitan Bridge (use shuttle stop 9.)Program hosted by the National Park Service.

Located on the west side of El Capitan Bridge (use shuttle stop 9 or park at El Capitan Meadow.)

Artist's Reception for James McGrew (Ansel Adams Gallery)

Join James McGrew at The Ansel Adams Gallery in Yosemite Village for a reception.Yosemite Awakenings: New Paintings by James McGrew is on display at the Ansel Adams Gallery in Yosemite Village from May 4 to June 20. An artist's reception will be held at the Gallery on M......More

Join James McGrew at The Ansel Adams Gallery in Yosemite Village for a reception.Yosemite Awakenings: New Paintings by James McGrew is on display at the Ansel Adams Gallery in Yosemite Village from May 4 to June 20. An artist's reception will be held at the Gallery on May 16 from 1 pm – 3 pm.

The Ansel Adams Gallery is located in Yosemite Village, near shuttle stop 5.

In the Field: Creative Smartphone Photography (Yosemite Valley)

Join a staff photographer to learn how to make better photographs with the camera you always carry.Classes hosted by The Ansel Adams Gallery.

The Ansel Adams Gallery is located in Yosemtie Village, near shuttle stop 5.

Family Ranger Talk (Yosemite Valley)

Topics vary. Meet in front of the Yosemite Valley Welcome Center (shuttle stop 2.)Program hosted by the National Park Service.

Meet outside the welcome center, located next to Yosemite Village Parking. Use Shuttle Stops 1, 2, or 4.

Historic Ahwahnee Hotel Tour (Yosemite Valley)

Learn about the history behind Yosemite’s famous luxury hotel on this complimentary one-hour tour.Meet on the hotel’s back lawn.Program hosted by Yosemite Hospitality.

Meet at The Ahwahnee hotel, on the back lawn. (Limited parking at The Ahwahnee—use shuttle stop 3 or walk 15 minutes from Yosemite Village Parking.)

Guided Nature Walk (Yosemite Valley)

Join a naturalist for an easy guided walk of Yosemite’s natural areas. Meet at The Ahwahnee Hotel on the back lawn (use shuttle stop 3.)Program hosted by Yosemite Hospitality.

Meet at The Ahwahnee Hotel on the back lawn. (Limited parking at The Ahwahnee—use shuttle stop 3 or walk 15 minutes from Yosemite Village Parking.)