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Coin tick yosemite12/29/2023 ![]() Watch children closely and never let them run ahead or lag behind on the trail. Mountain lions are shy and rarely seen, but they live throughout Yosemite. ![]() ( Read more about what to do if you see a bear.) Contact with humans can result in animals becoming comfortable around people and alter their diets and behavior, making them less suitable to survive in the wild. If an animal approaches you, it is your responsibility to move away to maintain a safe distance (except in the case of a bear, which you should attempt to scare away). Animals are unpredictable and may respond to a perceived threat with instinctive "fight or flight" behavior. If you encounter wildlife, maintain a safe distance. Respect animals at a distance: never feed or approach them. Very few people have been killed by wildlife in Yosemite, but injuries occur each year and are usually due to the actions of people rather than actions of animals. During or immediately following heavy rain events water can rise rapidly so use extra caution when these conditions are present. Use caution to prevent conditions that may lead to hypothermia. Never tie yourself in to safety ropes-they can drown you. Unbuckle waist straps, use a long stick for stability, and face upstream while crossing. Cross in a wide, shallow spot that is not above rapids or falls. Please remember that any unbridged stream crossing may be hazardous. In addition, avoid travel on steep slopes: falls may cause to you to slide into rocks and talus fields, again resulting in injury or death.ĭuring spring and early summer, runoff from melting snow causes high water levels and swift currents in rivers and streams. Falls can result in sprained ankles, broken legs, and even hypothermia in cold water. Be aware of running water under the snow or covered logs and rocks that may have formed unstable snow bridges. When hiking over snow, prevent sunburn by wearing sunglasses, a long-sleeved shirt, a hat, and sunscreen. Travel over snow can be hazardous, and excellent navigation skills, combined with a compass and proper maps, are a must (with a few exceptions, trails are not marked for winter travel). After wet winters, winter conditions can exist at the higher elevations well into July. By setting up camp in a safe location before lightning begins, you can enjoy the power and spectacle of a mountain thunderstorm without apprehension.Įven during spring and early summer, large areas of Yosemite may retain significant snow cover. Seek shelter in low forested areas, but avoid tall, solitary trees. During a storm, stay away from peaks (particularly Half Dome), ridges, caves, water, and open areas. Plan to be over passes and away from high open areas by noon. These summer storms often bring intense rain, hail, and lightning strikes, particularly in mid to late afternoon (but can occur at any time). Thunderstorms are a frequent and spectacular occurrence in the Yosemite Wilderness. ![]() Drenching thunderstorms can form in a matter of hours, and snow can fall at any time of the year. Sudden changes in weather catch many unaware. Common sense and some knowledge of safe travel and camping techniques will help to protect yourself and others from harm. Visitors to the Yosemite Wilderness must accept the risks as part of the Wilderness experience.
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