History has stated the first view of Yosemite Valley by westerners was when the Mariposa Battalion, in pursuit of Chief Tenaya and his renegades that attacked James Savage’s trading post and others near Mariposa, entered the valley March 25, 1851. But were they the first westerners to actually have the first view of the valley?
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Hello, my name is Jeff Kreider. I snapped my first photograph in Yosemite December 24, 1979. Over the years it has become a passion. It is hard NOT to get inspired by the beauty of this park. This park is more than mere scenic opportunities; it is a virtual wonderland wrought by yesteryear. It is my goal to use this site to share, not only my experiences and photos, but also some of its history and the tales of those who forged it.Recent Posts
