Those of you who were at the July 3rd potluck, heard from SEKI Wildlife Biologist Danny Gammons that the mother bear and two cubs who have been causing problems in Grant Grove and Wilsonia, knocking over dumpsters, would most likely have to be destroyed. The report today from Michael Saxton, Kings Canyon Bear Tech, is … Continue reading Bear Information Update

Reports of an active bear in Grant Grove and Wilsonia. The bear came into Wilsonia late Monday night or early Tuesday morning and TIPPED OVER one of the trash dumpsters spilling some of the contents. Please be extra careful to latch the dumpsters. Please keep all food and scented items out of sight around your … Continue reading Active Bear in Wilsonia!

FYI - The NPS posted this information about conditions in the Parks for Memorial Day weekend NPS news release

Ned Kelleher of the NPS reports: Reference the Verizon Tower, final right of way contract is being worked on between the NPS and Verizon lawyers. Construction to start when the snow melts, 60 days +- to construct the tower, seems to be moving along. I also inquired with the media contact for Verizon Wireless regarding … Continue reading Verizon Cell Tower Update

NPS News Release Ella Prescribed Fire, Pile Burning Planned in Kings Canyon National Park Fire crews plan to begin ignitions on the Ella Prescribed Fire in Kings Canyon National Park on Sunday, October 11th, weather and air quality conditions permitting. This 70 acre unit is located west of Grant Grove and Highway 180. Ignitions should … Continue reading Ella Prescribed Fire Planned