Yosemite Cam

Take a peek at Yosemite without even being here! This Yosemite cam is brought to you by The Yosemite Association (YA). Click on the link below or cut and paste into the URL address.

http://www.yosemite.org/129/Web-Cam-View.htm?expandable=1

Yosemite Association is a non-profit park support group. Yosemite lovers unite through the Yosemite Association (YA), an organization that supports interpretive, educational, research, scientific and environmental programs in Yosemite National Park.

Authorized by Congress, YA operates in cooperation with the National Park Service. YA provides services and direct financial support to promote park stewardship and enrich the visitor experience. Their educational mission in Yosemite is supported by membership from people like you who join their group.

YA members receive a 10% discount at A Bed of Roses Bed and Breakfast and at Sugar Pine Cabin at Yosemite.

Inpirations:
"The man at the top of the mountain didn't fall there. To get what we've never had, we must do what we've never done."

Snow Fun

Like many locations in Northern California, Yosemite National Park has four seasons. Each season in Yosemite offers countless adventures and for winter there is “snow” better place.

Yosemite has some of the most beautiful and breathtaking vistas to enjoy winter activities from skiing to snowboarding to a romantic getaway at A Bed of Roses Bed and Breakfast (http://www.abedofrosesbandb.com/), or a cabin rental at Sugar Pine Cabin (http://www.sugarpineatyosemite.com/).

One of the most popular, and affordable places to experience the true feeling of winter in Yosemite is at the outdoor Curry Village Ice Rink. Starting in mid-November and lasting until mid-March, winter adventurers can glide (or slip and fall, a lot) across the hockey-sized ice rink, which is open to skaters of all ages.


This winter the world famous outdoor rink, one of the few true Americana experiences left in the western United States, celebrates its 80th anniversary. It was first established in 1928 when the Yosemite Winter Club flooded an unused parking lot and today it remains a permanent fixture surrounded by towering pine trees, and snow covered granite mammoths like Half Dome.


Due to its wonderful views and charming atmosphere the ice rink is a haven for families and couples searching for an unforgettable moment in the valley. Even for those not skating, a fire pit and warming pit are located next to the rink and are ideal for socializing, watching other skaters, sipping on some hot cocoa, or just appreciating the beauty of a snow-clad Yosemite in winter.


Daily skating sessions are offered from 3:30 to 6 p.m. and 7 to 9:30 p.m. weekdays (weather permitting). On weekends and holidays, the rink is open for an additional morning session from 8:30 to 11 a.m., afternoon sessions from noon to 2:30 p.m. and 3:30 to 6 p.m., and an evening session from 7 to 9:30 p.m. Ice-skating in Curry Village is $8 per adult, per session, and $6 per child. Skate rental is $3 per session. Helmets are available at no additional cost, and private sessions for groups up to 200 in size are available. A family of four with two adults can skate for a total of $40.


Another family favorite winter destination in Yosemite is the Badger Pass ski area. In the winter, when the hoards of tourist have left the valley, a gentle one-hour, vista filled ride is all it takes to reach Badger Pass from A Bed of Roses Bed and Breakfast (http://www.abedofrosesbandb.com/). Badger Pass is widely known as California’s oldest ski area but perhaps it is most known for its excellent beginners’ terrain for first-time and novice skiers and snowboarders.


Unlike many other ski areas Badger Pass has an extremely unique, relaxed, family-friendly atmosphere, perfect for kids or people looking for a low-key experience in the snow covered Sierra. With 10 runs, nearly 85 percent of the downhill slopes are designated for beginners and intermediate-level skiers and snowboarders. A new terrain park keeps freeriding snowboarders entertained. Five lifts carry skiers and snowboarders around the mountain.


Badger Pass features one of the best and largest sundecks in the Sierra. Parents and on-lookers can watch their kids and friends learn how to negotiate the snow covered high country of Yosemite while soaking up some California sun. They also have a popular ski program for youngsters, the "Badger Pups" kids downhill program. It offers customized instruction for little skiers ages four to six years old.


Badger Pass is a full-service ski resort offering ski and snowboard instruction, rental equipment, a ski shop, childcare, and a cafeteria and lounge. The ski area is open daily from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. during the season, which is generally mid-December to late March (weather permitting).Elevations range from 7,200 feet to 8,000 feet with a vertical drop of 800 feet with an average temperature range of 30 to 60 degrees. Seasonal snowfall averages about 17 to 20 feet.


Aside from the skiing, another great aspect of Badger Pass is the off-the-slope fun. Guided snowshoe walks, extensive cross country skiing and the family favorite snow tubing, are also available. Services at Badger Pass include a cafeteria, ski shop, day lodge, ski repair shop, and baby-sitting (children must be out of diapers and toilet trained.)


All-day lift ticket prices for adults are $38 and half-day, 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. are $28. Youth ages 13-17 are $32 and $22. Seven to 12 year old’s tickects are $15 and $11. Adult season passes are $376. Rentals for everything from ski boots to helmets are available as well.

To start planning your winter getaway contact us at bedofroses@sti.net.

February Area Calendar

6th, 7th, 8th
Fresno Flats Ragtime & Vintage Music Festival - Oakhurst.
For more information about this event, click here.

14th, 15th
Wine & Chocolate Weekend/Madera Wine Trail.
For more information about this event, click here.

18th
Amgen Tour Will Come Through Oakhurst!!!

Amgen Tour Travels Through Our Area - From Merced through Oakhurst and onto Clovis. The largest cycling event in America, the 2009 Amgen Tour of California is a Tour de France-style cycling road race presented by AEG that challenges the world's top professional cycling teams to compete along a demanding, recently expanded, 800-mile course from Sacramento to Escondido from February 14-22, 2009. Lance Armstrong will be leading this year's race which will come through Oakhurst on February 18th between 1 and 4 p.m.

Contact us at bedofroses@sti.net to be here for any of these events.

Romance in Yosemite

Looking for a way to tell your sweetheart you love them for Valentine's Day? Here are 10 ways to be romantic while visiting A Bed of Roses Bed and Breakfast near Yosemite.

1. Rub noses in front of a roaring fire and sip a glass of champagne in the Christmas Rose Room.

2. Pop the question in a way she (or he) will never forget at the top of one of Yosemite's most breath-taking views, Dewey Point, located at the rim of Yosemite valley. From this vista, Yosemite's El Capitan and Half Dome can be seen.

3. Snuggle up during a chairlift ride at Yosemite's Badger Pass Ski area, California's first ski resort.

4. Giggle together in the bubbles of the two person heated jacuzzi tub in the Country Rose Room.

5. Bundle up under a blanket to stay warm on a two horse open sleigh ride.

6. Hold hands as you view the wonders of the Park during a two-hour Valley Floor Tour, departing twice daily from Yosemite Valley.

7. Ice skate under a moonlit Half Dome, then share a hot cocoa by the fire at the Curry Village outdoor ice rink.

8. Take a jaunt on the miles of secluded snowshoeing and cross-country ski trails, departing from Yosemite's Badger Pass Ski Area less than an hour from A Bed of Roses Bed and Breakfast.

9. Renew your vows at the picturesque 128-year-old Yosemite Chapel.

10. Experience the ultimate in romance with a Yosemite "Romance Package," now available at A Bed of Roses Bed and Breakfast. All rooms are only $99. Add Roses and Champagne, Wine or sparkling cider for only $50.

Contact us at bedofroses@sti.net to plan your romantic getaway.

Winter in Yosemite

People who visit Yosemite in winter don't want the word to get around. Here's why:

Pleasant Weather: At 4,000 feet, Yosemite Valley's winter temperatures are relatively mild.

Dramatic Mountain Light: With the sun at a low angle, morning and evening winter light is filled with gold.

Wildlife in the Open: Coyotes, mule deer, raccoons and even an occasional bear are easier to spot when the leaves are off the trees.

Yosemite to Yourself: There are far fewer people in Yosemite Valley in the winter.

Lodging Specials: You can get a room almost any night at A Bed of Roses Bed and Breakfast (http://www.abedofrosesbandb.com/) on short notice and at a generous savings. Our Winter special of $99 for any room is a reason in itself to visit the area. Or bring the family and stay at the Sugar Pine Cabin in Fish Camp (http://www.sugarpineatyosemite.com/) for only $300 per night for a family of 8!

Yosemite's Badger Pass Ski Area: As California's original ski area, Badger Pass has been a favorite of winter- loving families for generations. Unpretentious, friendly and affordable, Badger Pass offers a uniquely stress-free atmosphere. Featuring one of the best sundecks in the Sierra Nevada, you can watch the children learn to ski or snowboard while enjoying the California sunshine. Badger Pass is a full-service ski resort offering ski and snowboard instruction, rental equipment, ski shop, child care, cafeteria and lounge and free shuttle service from Yosemite Valley. Located on the road to Glacier Point, Badger Pass is about a 40-minute drive from Yosemite Valley. Open mid- December through late March, conditions permitting.

Badger Pass Cross-Country Center & Ski School: There are nearly 350 miles of skiable trails and roads in the park. Beginning at Badger Pass are over 90 miles of marked trails and 25 miles of machine-groomed track. Cross-country track and skating lanes are groomed from Badger Pass to Glacier Point (a 21- mile round-trip). From silent snowy day-trips to overnight adventures, the novice and expert alike can create their perfect trip. The Cross-Country Center and Ski School has everything from equipment rentals and sales to knowledgeable guides and daily lessons, as well as scheduled and custom-designed day and over-night trips. For more information, call (209) 372-8444.

Snowtubing: Relive the childhood joy of sledding with a new twist. Badger Pass has created specially groomed slopes exclusively for sliding on custom-designed innertubes made for the snow. Located right next to the ski slopes at Badger Pass, snowtubing offers a convenient and affordable alternative way to play in the snow. Note: Sledding is not allowed in the Badger Pass area.

Snow Play Area: If sledding is what you want-just outside the Yosemite gate is a snow play area. Fun for children and adults alike, bring your own sled, tube or trash can lid. Throw snowballs, make snow men or snow angels to your heart’s delight. And it’s FREE!

Snowshoe Walks: Enjoy a two-hour ranger-led snowshoe walk from Badger Pass. Look for signs of wildlife, learn about winter ecology and get some great exercise! Don't miss special snowshoe walks during nights of the full moon. Check Yosemite Guide for schedule. No experience necessary and snowshoe rentals are available for a small fee.

Ice Skating: Imagine the pleasure of ice skating under the shadow of two of Yosemite Valley's most dramatic sights—Half Dome and Glacier Point. The Ice Skating Rink located at Curry Village (shuttle stop #21) has delighted generations of visitors. The rink is open from mid-November through mid-March (conditions permitting), with daytime and evening ice sessions. The rink offers a rental and retail shop, warming hut with snack and beverage vending machines and a toasty fire pit.

Tenaya Lodge in Fish Camp, only a few miles from A Bed of Roses Bed and Breakfast, has an open-air ice rink. The sparkling white ice rink measures an expansive 80 feet by 40 feet, and is open for day and night skating.

Sleigh rides: Enjoy a rare opportunity to see the Yosemite area, bundled up in a warm blanket, as you go dashing through the snow in a two horse open sleigh. Winter weather can be unpredictable, so be sure to call or email prior to your arrival for reservations and scheduling updates.