After meeting your guide at the trailhead, we’ll break the ice with our signature “Forest Forensics” nature game, which will have you connecting with other travelers and reading nature’s clues like an expert naturalist.

Learn the fascinating story of how Half Dome was forged millions of years ago and miles beneath the earth. Recount the native legends of these massive granite cliffs. Stories of bravery, persistence, and the heroic tale of one of nature's smallest, and most unlikely creatures.

Step into one of Yosemite’s most iconic meadows, with sweeping views of granite walls and the sound of the waterfall roaring in the background. Learn to read the grass, tracks, and tree line to see why this valley floor is a life support system for wildlife and native people, and a top attraction for today’s visitors. The perfect spot to stop and take those epic Yosemite photos.

The longer you stare at Yosemite Falls, the more you realize something is not quite right with this majestic waterfall. Learn how to read nature's clues, and become a bona fide nature detective, as you unravel the mystery of the tallest waterfall in North America

Walk right up to the base of the tallest waterfall in North America. Feel its powerful roar, and learn a fun optical illusion your group can play with the rushing water.

After hearing tales of forgotten heroes, bold outlaws, and native legends, you will arrive back where you started with a deep connection to Yosemite that will stay with you long after returning home.