Rebooting America's Outdoors by Michael Brune

It's a famous photo: President Theodore Roosevelt and John Muir are posed together on the overlook at Glacier Point in 1903. Roosevelt stares directly at the camera, looking like he wants to bust a bronco and play a polo match at the same time. Muir, dressed like a well-heeled hobo, gazes off toward the mountains. It was during this three-night camping trip in Yosemite that Muir persuaded Roosevelt that his beloved Yosemite should be a national park -- protected and managed by the federal government for all Americans.

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Go Climb a Mountain!

If you're looking for a challenging & physical vacation this summer, look no further than Yosemite. With some of the most spectacular hiking and mountain climbing in the West, Yosemite is an ideal destination for the outdoor enthusiast in you.

Before you go, do some research and make sure you secure the correct permits. For instance, if you're looking to climb Half Dome, you'll need a permit seven days a week. Click here for more information on hiking permits for Half Dome and Yosmeite.

This blog post was inspired by Ready Made Magazine's recent article, "Six Steep Hikes" by Keith Mulvihill. Click here to read the article and get a list of hikes in North America that are not only steep but will get you outdoors!