Published: July 21, 2006
Protecting a Most Spectacular Valley in Yosemite
By Alan Gray, NewsBlaze
'California Connected' Visits Yosemite to Discuss The Protection of One of The Most Spectacular Valleys
California Connected explores Yosemite National Park, one of the state's crown jewels.
Ever since early explorers first spread the word of this breathtaking vista, Yosemite has been attracting hoardes of visitors. In 1906, some five-thousand people made their way to the park, and last year, Yosemite had more then three million visitors.
Correspondent Judy Muller reports on the debate to balance public accessibility with the protection of this rare, natural resource. Suggested solutions range from setting attendance limits to modifying roads for improved access.
What is the future of Yosemite? Find out this Friday, July 28, on California Connected. Oh, and don't forget to put your name on the waiting list to hold your campsite!
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alan@newsblaze.com