Published on Oct, 2024
A "Bucket List" visit to Yosemite National Park almost did not eventuate!!
Following months of planning our pre booked tour to the Park was cancelled
We,( my Son, Granddaughter and I) arrived late afternoon in Fresno having travelled quite a long distance there in an SUV with the idea of visiting Yosemite next morning.
However the tour was cancelled due to insufficient numbers. It was to be our second last day in USA as we were returning home to Australia. We were devastated as there was little hope of us returning in the future - so near and yet so far.
The Co-ordinator from Crossroads Tours was sympathetic to our plight and arranged to provide a special private tour for the 3 of us. To our delight and early start the next morning the wonderful Daniel came to our rescue - and so began one of the most interesting and memorable days of our lives.
Daniel told us how he and his siblings had used Yosemite as their playground when they were growing up as they lived in Oakdale close by. He told us countless entertaining stories in a quiet and engaging way and encouraged us to ask questions. No questions were left unanswered, his knowledge is superior.
His knowledge was endless about the early inhabitants of the Park, the different tribes of Indians and their survival in harsh conditions; the settlers who built cabins; the intrepid adventurers who still attempt to climb El Capitan every year; the animals who live in the Park; the names of the beautiful trees and herbs; waterfalls; mountains - so many incredible things.
We were thrilled when it began snowing during lunch at the beautiful old Hotel and excited with the picture postcard scenes we captured in photos to take home to show friends.
Daniel gallantly saved my mum more than once from sliding in the snow!!
We did not want the day to end.
Without our excellent guide Daniel, it would never have started.
You will not be disappointed by requesting Daniel to be your guide.
BECAUSE OF YOU DANIEL WE HAVE SO MANY WONDERFUL MEMORIES OF YOSEMITE THANK YOU SO MUCH FROM THE 3 OF US.
