Just got back from Yosemite last night and it was the most wonderful place I've ever been to. Sunday was overcrowded, but that didn't stop me from enjoying the beautiful hikes and scenery.






It was dark when we got there so we stopped by the main center and grubbed on some great pizza and beer.


We were not expecting rain and was really unprepared..


5am, still raining...






First encounter


My buddy (left) and I (right) with some of our toys. We didn't expect rain so we headed to the store nearby and grabbed the last 2 tarps and set them up with my paracord.




Some hot artichoke tea to warm me up.
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Breakfast
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Forecast predicted rain all day, but it finally cleared around noon!
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How I carried my general utility knife.
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This could be a quick kit.
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Sweating from running up and down taking pictures.
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Squirrel.
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Squirrel..
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Squirrel...
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Friend trying to lure and kill the squirrel.
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Preparing dinner.
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Our magic propane grill without of the propane. Somebody actually abandoned the grill so we used it.
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Steaks.
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Salmon and corn.
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Best steak I have ever eaten.
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Dessert.
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Last morning breakfast with beer.
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Beautiful weather.
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It was my first time at Yosemite and I had such a great time, the only bad thing was leaving.