WawonaNews.com - January 2022
Pile Burning Beginning January 19
Fire crews are planning to conduct pile burning operations beginning January 19, as conditions allow. Locations include the Hetch Hetchy Entrance Station, Crane Flat, Merced Grove, and areas around Mariposa Grove; burning will likely continue over the next few weeks. Smoke may be present throughout burning operations and may linger into the following weeks as large logs are consumed.
Fire managers work closely with Park staff and local air pollution control districts to time burning operations to coincide with favorable weather and smoke dispersion conditions. Smoke impacts are always a consideration in the decision to begin any burning and operations will only be conducted under favorable conditions. Email yose_fire_info@nps.gov for more information. (N. Phillipe)
Fire crews are planning to conduct pile burning operations beginning January 19, as conditions allow. Locations include the Hetch Hetchy Entrance Station, Crane Flat, Merced Grove, and areas around Mariposa Grove; burning will likely continue over the next few weeks. Smoke may be present throughout burning operations and may linger into the following weeks as large logs are consumed.
Fire managers work closely with Park staff and local air pollution control districts to time burning operations to coincide with favorable weather and smoke dispersion conditions. Smoke impacts are always a consideration in the decision to begin any burning and operations will only be conducted under favorable conditions. Email yose_fire_info@nps.gov for more information. (N. Phillipe)
School Board Meeting on Zoom
Stacy Boydstun is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.
Topic: YWECS school board meeting
Time: Jan 11, 2022 05:30 PM Pacific Time (US and Canada)
Join Zoom Meeting
https://zoom.us/j/98499928906?pwd=UDBxQ1FLNDc0RWhDejFKSG9WdjhzUT09
Meeting ID: 984 9992 8906
Passcode: SBMeeting
Stacy Boydstun is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.
Topic: YWECS school board meeting
Time: Jan 11, 2022 05:30 PM Pacific Time (US and Canada)
Join Zoom Meeting
https://zoom.us/j/98499928906?pwd=UDBxQ1FLNDc0RWhDejFKSG9WdjhzUT09
Meeting ID: 984 9992 8906
Passcode: SBMeeting
YOSEMITE-WAWONA ELEMENTARY CHARTER SCHOOL
Board of Directors Regular Meeting
Tuesday, January 11, 2022
5:30 P.M.
Wawona Elementary School
7925 Chilnualna Falls Road
Wawona, CA
MONTHLY ITEMS AND FINANCIAL REPORTS
3.1- Approval of Agenda
3.2– Approval of Minutes of the regular meeting of December 14
3.3 - Approve Warrants/Payroll
3.4 – Accept Donations to YWECS
ACTION ITEMS
INFORMATION ITEMS
Accept Audit Report for the 20-21 year (?)
Board of Directors Regular Meeting
Tuesday, January 11, 2022
5:30 P.M.
Wawona Elementary School
7925 Chilnualna Falls Road
Wawona, CA
- CALL TO ORDER
- ROLL CALL
MONTHLY ITEMS AND FINANCIAL REPORTS
- CONSENT AGENDA
3.1- Approval of Agenda
3.2– Approval of Minutes of the regular meeting of December 14
3.3 - Approve Warrants/Payroll
3.4 – Accept Donations to YWECS
- HEARING OF PERSONS WISHING TO ADDRESS THE BOARD
ACTION ITEMS
- APPROVAL OF SCHOOL ACCOUNTABILITY REPORT CARD (SARC)
- APPROVE MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING (MOU) WITH BASS LAKE SCHOOL DISTRICT FOR SPECIAL EDUCATION SUPPORT SERVICES.
INFORMATION ITEMS
- FIRST READING OF A DONATIONS POLICY FOR YWECS
- YWECS FUNDRAISER UPDATES
- STAFF REPORTS
- BOARD MEMBER COMMENTS
- FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
Accept Audit Report for the 20-21 year (?)
- NEXT BOARD MEETING
- ADJOURNMENT
Wawona Road Delays
There will be a one lane closure along Wawona Road from Wawona Campground to the intersection of C Falls Road. Expect up to 10 minute traffic delays during the week from now to January 21st. (G. Chun)
There will be a one lane closure along Wawona Road from Wawona Campground to the intersection of C Falls Road. Expect up to 10 minute traffic delays during the week from now to January 21st. (G. Chun)
Badger Pass Ski Area – Operations Update for 1/5 – 1/8
The downhill operations for skiing and snowboarding at Badger Pass Ski Area will be temporarily closed due to impacts of COVID-19. We anticipate reopening the downhill operations Sunday, January 9. Please note the Nordic Center offering snowshoeing and cross-country ski rentals, lessons and guided snowshoe walks will remain open. The Day Lodge will be open for food services and bathroom facilities. The safety of our team members and park visitors is our highest priority and we thank you in advance for your understanding.
The downhill operations for skiing and snowboarding at Badger Pass Ski Area will be temporarily closed due to impacts of COVID-19. We anticipate reopening the downhill operations Sunday, January 9. Please note the Nordic Center offering snowshoeing and cross-country ski rentals, lessons and guided snowshoe walks will remain open. The Day Lodge will be open for food services and bathroom facilities. The safety of our team members and park visitors is our highest priority and we thank you in advance for your understanding.
Free Yosemite Valley Shuttle Returns 12/17/21
The Yosemite Valley Shuttle has resumed service as of Friday, December 17th. Hours of operation are 7:00am – 8:00pm daily, with a stop frequency of every 20-30 minutes. The shuttle routes have been temporarily modified for the winter season: there will be six total stops split between a north loop and a south loop. The north loop will stop at The Ahwahnee, Yosemite Village, Lower Yosemite Fall, and Yosemite Valley Lodge. The south loop will connect Yosemite Village to Curry Village orchard parking. Updated shuttle maps for visitor use have been ordered and will be distributed as soon as possible. (E. Callahan)
The Yosemite Valley Shuttle has resumed service as of Friday, December 17th. Hours of operation are 7:00am – 8:00pm daily, with a stop frequency of every 20-30 minutes. The shuttle routes have been temporarily modified for the winter season: there will be six total stops split between a north loop and a south loop. The north loop will stop at The Ahwahnee, Yosemite Village, Lower Yosemite Fall, and Yosemite Valley Lodge. The south loop will connect Yosemite Village to Curry Village orchard parking. Updated shuttle maps for visitor use have been ordered and will be distributed as soon as possible. (E. Callahan)
Badger Pass Ski Area Reopens
The Badger Pass Ski Area team is excited to welcome back skiers and snowboarders for the 2021-22 season. The Badger Pass area has received more than three feet of snow during the recent storm! Yosemite Hospitality continues to prepare for opening and anticipates opening the downhill operations on Friday, December 24. The Nordic Center, offering snowshoeing and cross-country skiing, will open for the season this Friday, December 17. Guided snowshoe hikes, cross-country ski lessons and rentals are available. Learn more at www.travelyosemite.com.
Park visitors are encouraged to check road conditions prior to travel as road conditions and ski area operations may be impacted due to weather. Call 209-372-0200 (press 1 for both menu options) for the most up-to-date road conditions in Yosemite. Safe travels! (L. Cesaro)
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NPS Snowshoe Walks
Ranger-led snowshoe walks will be on Saturdays, Sundays, and Wednesdays beginning December 18. New this year, reservations are required by 2pm the day before the snowshoe walk. There is no first-come first-serve availability. Walks are limited to 30 people. Reservations must be made by calling 379-1899. Meet at Badger Pass Ranger Station for a naturalist-led tour of the winter landscape. Bring warm clothing. Masks are required. Expect a moderately/strenuous experience. Snowshoes are provided. Note, while the Yosemite Guide program grid listing about snowshoe walks is incorrect, the main paragraph text is correct. (E. Weeks)
The Badger Pass Ski Area team is excited to welcome back skiers and snowboarders for the 2021-22 season. The Badger Pass area has received more than three feet of snow during the recent storm! Yosemite Hospitality continues to prepare for opening and anticipates opening the downhill operations on Friday, December 24. The Nordic Center, offering snowshoeing and cross-country skiing, will open for the season this Friday, December 17. Guided snowshoe hikes, cross-country ski lessons and rentals are available. Learn more at www.travelyosemite.com.
Park visitors are encouraged to check road conditions prior to travel as road conditions and ski area operations may be impacted due to weather. Call 209-372-0200 (press 1 for both menu options) for the most up-to-date road conditions in Yosemite. Safe travels! (L. Cesaro)
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NPS Snowshoe Walks
Ranger-led snowshoe walks will be on Saturdays, Sundays, and Wednesdays beginning December 18. New this year, reservations are required by 2pm the day before the snowshoe walk. There is no first-come first-serve availability. Walks are limited to 30 people. Reservations must be made by calling 379-1899. Meet at Badger Pass Ranger Station for a naturalist-led tour of the winter landscape. Bring warm clothing. Masks are required. Expect a moderately/strenuous experience. Snowshoes are provided. Note, while the Yosemite Guide program grid listing about snowshoe walks is incorrect, the main paragraph text is correct. (E. Weeks)
Has Your Right of Entry From Been Received?
From Trish Peterson: Several people are wondering if their entry form was received, if it was correct, when will the work begin, etc. Here's an answer from Melinda Barrett, who is the program manager (from the Mariposa County Resource Conservation District) for this grant to remove dead logs and debris from everyone's property.
We are tracking forms received. Anyone can email MariposaCountyRCD@gmail.com to verify if their form is in our hands. Once we have a contractor hired we’ll formalize the on-site visit schedule and determine the best way for people who want to be there to know when.
Thanks,
Melinda
From Trish Peterson: Several people are wondering if their entry form was received, if it was correct, when will the work begin, etc. Here's an answer from Melinda Barrett, who is the program manager (from the Mariposa County Resource Conservation District) for this grant to remove dead logs and debris from everyone's property.
We are tracking forms received. Anyone can email MariposaCountyRCD@gmail.com to verify if their form is in our hands. Once we have a contractor hired we’ll formalize the on-site visit schedule and determine the best way for people who want to be there to know when.
Thanks,
Melinda
YOSEMITE-WAWONA ELEMENTARY CHARTER SCHOOL
Board of Directors Regular Meeting
Tuesday, December 14, 2021
5:30 P.M.
Wawona Elementary School
7925 Chilnualna Falls Road
Wawona, CA
MONTHLY ITEMS AND FINANCIAL REPORTS
3.1- Approval of Agenda
3.2– Approval of Minutes of the regular meeting of November 9
3.3 - Approve Warrants/Payroll
3.4 – Accept Donations to YWECS
ACTION ITEMS
INFORMATION ITEMS
Accept Audit Report for the 20-21 year
Board of Directors Regular Meeting
Tuesday, December 14, 2021
5:30 P.M.
Wawona Elementary School
7925 Chilnualna Falls Road
Wawona, CA
- CALL TO ORDER
- ROLL CALL
MONTHLY ITEMS AND FINANCIAL REPORTS
- CONSENT AGENDA
3.1- Approval of Agenda
3.2– Approval of Minutes of the regular meeting of November 9
3.3 - Approve Warrants/Payroll
3.4 – Accept Donations to YWECS
- HEARING OF PERSONS WISHING TO ADDRESS THE BOARD
ACTION ITEMS
- APPROVAL OF 2021-22 FIRST INTERIM BUDGET REPORT
- APPROVE MODIFICATION TO THE COVID PROCEDURES ENACTED BY THE BOARD
- APPROVE ESME MCCARTHY TO HAVE INFORMATION ONLY ACCESS TO BANK RECORDS
INFORMATION ITEMS
- YWECS FUNDRAISER UPDATES
- STAFF REPORTS
- BOARD MEMBER COMMENTS
- FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
Accept Audit Report for the 20-21 year
- NEXT BOARD MEETING
- ADJOURNMENT
The Return of Tom Bopp At The Wawona Hotel Christmas Tree Lighting December 18!
Dear Friends,
I’ll see you at the Wawona Tree Lighting, which happens at 5 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 18.
With my electric piano, in a splendidly barricaded and safely distanced corner of the hotel veranda, I’ll carol you from 4 p.m. for as long as you like, or until the propane runs out on our five space-heaters.
Whether rain or snow or frosty starlit skies, we’ll have hot beverages and other goodies to warm you up, while you show off your favorite winter duds (Old Norwegian Saying: “There’s no bad weather, only bad clothes!”). You’re requested to flaunt your favorite holiday masks, too, as required for groups in outdoor spaces by our friends at the NPS.
Drenched in the glow of the legendary seasonal decorations by Wawona artist, Lisza McKee-Mark, caressed by old time music echoing from the hotel, you can mosey and mill around on the front lawn, or porch, caringly distanced, so that none need feel anything but holiday cheer and good will!
Bring your cameras (or phones…whatever) to document the occasion. And, by gum, let’s show this old world that no matter how weird it wants to get, Wawona intends to cling to tradition! Pretty much.
Tom Bopp
Dear Friends,
I’ll see you at the Wawona Tree Lighting, which happens at 5 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 18.
With my electric piano, in a splendidly barricaded and safely distanced corner of the hotel veranda, I’ll carol you from 4 p.m. for as long as you like, or until the propane runs out on our five space-heaters.
Whether rain or snow or frosty starlit skies, we’ll have hot beverages and other goodies to warm you up, while you show off your favorite winter duds (Old Norwegian Saying: “There’s no bad weather, only bad clothes!”). You’re requested to flaunt your favorite holiday masks, too, as required for groups in outdoor spaces by our friends at the NPS.
Drenched in the glow of the legendary seasonal decorations by Wawona artist, Lisza McKee-Mark, caressed by old time music echoing from the hotel, you can mosey and mill around on the front lawn, or porch, caringly distanced, so that none need feel anything but holiday cheer and good will!
Bring your cameras (or phones…whatever) to document the occasion. And, by gum, let’s show this old world that no matter how weird it wants to get, Wawona intends to cling to tradition! Pretty much.
Tom Bopp
Wawona Power Outages December 11 & 15
PG&E will be temporarily interrupting commercial power to the vicinity of Loop Road in Wawona on Saturday, December 11 from 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM and Chilnualna Road from 12:00 Noon to 5:00PM.
PG&E will also be temporarily interrupting commercial power to Wawona on Wednesday, December 15 from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM. For more information call Heather Gonzales, PG&E Outage Coordinator, at 726-5588. (C. Flores)
PG&E will be temporarily interrupting commercial power to the vicinity of Loop Road in Wawona on Saturday, December 11 from 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM and Chilnualna Road from 12:00 Noon to 5:00PM.
PG&E will also be temporarily interrupting commercial power to Wawona on Wednesday, December 15 from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM. For more information call Heather Gonzales, PG&E Outage Coordinator, at 726-5588. (C. Flores)
