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"Some
of the greatest journeys in life are measured in inches and
not in miles." -Unknown
Such is the motto of WildLink Expedition III! A variety of
unforeseen complications changed our original plan of backpacking
to Hite Cove to a frontcountry snow camping experience in Yosemite
Valley; but the participants from Kingsburg and Vista High Schools
took it all in stride. It seemed each day we faced some sort
of new decision to make as a group, whether it was trying to
find an alternative route for our trip to deciding the duration
of our snow camping experience.
We had lots of surprises and adventures on the expedition,
including being part of a Search and Rescue team that was able
to help a hurt hiker on the trail, assisting with a Yosemite
Institute aquatic biomonitoring research project and a day of
big snow in Yosemite Valley.
No matter what challenge we faced, however, we managed to laugh
and grow, no matter what. This group formed uncommonly intense
bonds with one another, and for many it was a tearful parting
at the end of the week.
Thank you for being such an open and wonderful team, Expedition
III!
And many happy returns to Yosemite and the Wilderness!







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