RUNNING INTO BEARS ON THE TRAIL | RVING SEQUOIA NATIONAL PARK | 2000 YEARS OLD | PART 2 | S6 || Ep89

[@FindingOurSomeday]

If you missed Part 1 of our Sequoia adventure, be sure to watch that one first: kzbin.info/www/bejne/mYTJanyEg7WimsU Would you rather do Part 1 - sunrise and donuts after climbing the 350+ steps of Moro Rock and drive your car through Tunnel Log or Part 2 - hike through the Sequoias and see some bears?🤔

[@melpotvin8771]

Impossible to decide. I’ll have to do both. Take heart in what you learned and how sequoias survive fire. Controlled burns I’d think helped. I’d also think California would have a huge budget for forestry to help reduce risks of forest fires but I’m not educated in how it all works. Still sad. Love your videos so much. Thank you.

[@FindingOurSomeday]

@@melpotvin8771 I guess you would just have to both! The fires are necessary but these last ones were very intense. Glad they are mostly contained at this point. Thank you for watching!

[@dianagalaxy7928]

Are Crystal Cave and Bowden Cave not available anymore? They are wonderful. One for its size and the other for the up close and variation thrill of seasonal river running through it.

[@tammydowell589]

This is my backyard. We live 20 minutes from the gate. I am so glad you all had the opportunity to capture the magnificent, magical Trees before the horrific fires. Thank you!

[@justinebuckleywright1302]

Thank you so much for sharing the beauty of America!! Your photography is excellent!!

[@FindingOurSomeday]

You are very welcome! And thank you for watching and for your kind compliments! 🙏

[@gregprince2523]

Majestic, Wonderous, Inspirational, Spiritual and many many more there's just not the right words to describe the Sequoia World!! Thank You guys! Memories

[@SaltyVetAdventures]

I was thinking the same thing.

[@FindingOurSomeday]

All perfect adjectives to describe this incredible place! Thanks so much for watching!

[@DJJulesAdventures]

There is a section of road into Kings Canyon I would highly recommend. So unique and scenic. We also enjoyed a short hike to a waterfall (cascade) in Kings Canyon. Don't pass these little parks, they will surprise you.

[@FindingOurSomeday]

Kings Canyon is definitely still on our list. We just didn't have time to add it into the day that we had already spent hiking in Sequoia. And we had been up since 4am to get to watch sunrise at the top of Moro Rock. Next time! 😃

[@natlovell122]

The drive into Kings Canyon is by far my favorite stretch of road! Once you're down in King's Canyon it's like your own little world. Grizzly Falls, Roaring River Falls, Knapps Cabin, Zumwalt Meadow, and Muir Rock at Road's End are all places there that are amazing. But being anywhere in that canyon is extremely special. Just went last Saturday for the 7th or 8th time this year and the fall colors were beautiful. Maybe saw 20-25 other cars the whole day! I have sent so many people on that drive who think that Kings Canyon National Park is just the General Grant area and Hume Lake and have no idea about going into the actual canyon. I encourage everyone to take that trip just once! Also the campgrounds in the Cedar Grove area are awesome! By far my favorite place to camp in the Sierras.

[@srac-n4t]

@@natlovell122 Have you been to both parks since the fire? If so, would you still recommend going? We are hoping to go for the first time in March (although I'm concerned it w/still be too cold). Do you think the Cedar Grove area is a good place to base ourselves to see both parks? Thanks!

[@natlovell122]

@@srac-n4t I have only been to Kings Canyon since the fire and it was largely untouched. I can't speak of what Sequoia looks like but I believe all the roads are now open. This March should be an absolutely amazing time to visit as we are getting a LOT of snow this year (record-setting in some places) However, keep in mind that if you do come in March the road to get down to Kings Canyon might be closed still due to snow/ice. It usually opens in March or April depending on the snow levels. The Cedar Grove area is definitely a good place to be centrally located to head to both Kings Canyon (the actual Canyon) and the main areas of Sequoia. They're both probably about 45 mins to an hour away from Cedar Grove. I would say Princess Campground might be one of your best bets. It is a cool campground set on a giant meadow. It's fairly close to Cedar Grove (15-20 mins maybe) and its also close to Hume Lake, which is a beautiful little lake there with lots of amenities (pizza, burgers, ice cream, kayaking, paddle boarding etc.) It's a bit farther to get to Sequoia from there but it's a great spot. No matter where you stay there, you will be surrounded by beauty! There are a lot of fun little hikes off the General's Highway as well (which connects KC and Sequoia) Hope this helped, if you have any more questions just ask! I love talking about this stuff as I have been hiking the Sierras for 30 years

[@srac-n4t]

@@natlovell122 Wow, this is very helpful! Thanks so much!!

[@UncaDave]

This place is definitely bucket list material! So beautiful! Looked like a super hike too. Thanks again Corey! Did a steam train ride this past weekend with my great grandson, 9. That little guy in my lap in my logo. They grow up as you know! Fall colors along the Greenbrier River, so nice and of course the train! Ok, again, this was great to see these trees!

[@FindingOurSomeday]

It is definitely a must see place! And taking a train across the country is a bucket list item for us! Thanks for watching!

[@roadtriplover.]

I think what you’re describing that that experiencing these places is … “humbling”. Awe-inspiring. :-D

[@FindingOurSomeday]

Humbling is an understatement! Thanks so much for watching!

[@kristenz.8287]

They actually fence off the larger/older trees because the root systems are very shallow and easily damaged by crowds of people walking all around on top of them....

[@barbarahorn2128]

Mineral King is absolutely gorgeous. Truely like fairy land. You can not take a trailer up there. Most beautiful magical part of that area. Wolves, bears and deer everywhere. Some of my best memories are of Kings Canyon

[@jeremystringer7110]

Lol! “Some guy was like, 1,2,3….oh shoot start over!” Got a chuckle! Really hope we get to see this some day. Great video!

[@larry5180ProvidenceSD]

I LOVE all your videos. We have been to the Sequoia NP and other NP that you video but it was in the 70's when our two girls were younger then yours and now they are 46 and 48. This year 2022 we are going back to the costal Red Woods. Love your Family, Larry and Anita

[@vickihogan4398]

Boy do I see the spiritual correlation to the trees.The trials (fire)in our lives make us stronger!

[@FindingOurSomeday]

I think you’re right!

[@vivalafrance9547]

Michigan has some humungous trees up at Hartwick Pines State Park but not as big as those SEQUOIA. Holy cow what a gorgeous video!

[@tomstansberry6897]

Thanks for sharing the Beauty of my favorite park in California. If you ever get back try going up the 180 and visit Grants grove then drop down to Roads end and visit Muir rock and the Kings River.

[@FindingOurSomeday]

Thank you so much for the recommendations! We will definitely have to go back and see more of Kings Canyon next time! Thanks for watching!

[@SaltyVetAdventures]

You guys are genuine...that's what it is about your channel that I like so much. You don't take anything for granted and you enjoy the little things. Thank you so much and keep up the great videos.

[@FindingOurSomeday]

We definitely try to be and we hope we are always teaching our girls to be grateful for the little things in life which leads them to pay attention to the little things! 😃 Thank you for watching and joining us on our journey! 🙌

[@kirkpk1]

I live within 50 miles of all of this and feel as if I take it all for granted. Thanks for refreshing my perspective. I need to make a short road trip!

[@bryanstaton167]

If you are still on the west coast try a tri-tip roast in your smoker. I think you will love it. It is hard to find in other parts of the country.

[@sherriweber7105]

I remember those movies Honey I Shrunk the Kids and Honey I Blew Up the Kid. A friend of ours was in the Honey I Blew Up the Kid when it was filmed here. She was an extra.

[@FindingOurSomeday]

Those movies were amazing when we were kids! So cool that your friend was in the 2nd one!

[@krisireland-doll32]

I hugged General Sherman Tree back in 1966, hope to go back some day. Thank you for this video.

[@FindingOurSomeday]

Such a wonderful memories! Glad to take you back! We are so happy that our girls will have those memories when they are older. Thank you for watching and taking the time to comment!

[@RetiredRoadTripping]

LOVE the Channel and all the travel videos/pictures. We can't wait to start our journey here soon! Would love to see you put dates either in the videos or descriptions so we can see what part of the year you were at different places to help others plan for future trips. Keep up the great work, hope to run into you all someday.

[@Libra95932]

Thanks a lot Cory for that close up of Lily at 17:30....made me jump back in my seat.

[@FindingOurSomeday]

😂 it made Lily jump, too! Thanks for watching!

[@pamlovell9125]

This video somehow popped up and I'm so glad!! Really enjoying this. Beautiful.

[@1958zed]

You really needed to drive all the way into Kings Canyon to the road's end. It's incredible.

[@jackdownes1210]

Amazing!!! Thank you!!!! Ohhh.....thank you!!!

[@TheGuitarsadist]

On of my all time favorite places. Lucky for me not to far away from where I am wokring so get to visit quite often. The parking area right before you turn to go to Moro rokc trial (the one on the main road at the big curve is great place to do astro photography BTW, get capture of MIlky Way over th mountains is amazing.Thank you for sharing and it helps prod me to take a trip real soon ans see how it is hafter the fire. NOt sure if you did the Kings Canyon Scenic Bypass all the way to end or not, but if nott if you go back weel worht the trip, nice falls and amazing canyon walls.

[@JamesSmith-iz8fl]

Can you imagine how far the roots of those trees go

[@barbarahorn2128]

The last time I was there was in 2015. My husband and I have hiked and camped all thru that area. My favorite camp spots are by Hume lake Christian Camp. Horse shoe meadow and 10 mile camp. Both boondocking free camps.

[@pamclark6686]

We plan to visit the park in the spring of 2022. Praying there's not too much fire damage. Absolutely beautiful video. Thanks for sharing.

[@kevinwilliams2261]

If you're going to Oregon via the I-5, stop at the Heaven on Earth bakery and restaurant. Cinnamon rolls the size of a layer cake. Awesome food

[@FindingOurSomeday]

Oh man! Sorry we missed that! Sounds amazing! Thanks for sharing for next time!

[@sethlogee]

I was on trail crew in Kings Canyon back in the late 90s and now live in Portland Maine so this episode was interesting with your Maine T-shirt 😳🤯🤣 Kings Canyon is best when you hike 5 days in so a very anti tourist place that’s why I love it so much.

[@amariejackson08]

so cool!!! you guys are awesome parents, those girls are so blessed

[@FindingOurSomeday]

Thank you! We are blessed to have them as daughters!

[@docsworld1369]

We went to Sequoia during our honeymoon. At the footprint for General Sherman tree; I exclaimed to my wife, “hey babe we were there, remember I sat in the center and you took my picture?” 2 seconds later you were taking a picture the same way. We got a little laugh.

[@nancyjay8519]

Love nature, this was a great video shown and perfectly describes by a lovely couple and their daughters.👍

[@suewiltshire8092]

Absolutely loved this, with the trees and the bears.

[@Roadtripmischief]

I love Sequoia! We bought a pack of Sequoia seeds so we will see if they survive in Texas!! I would do part 2 any day!!❤ The pinecone of Sequoia trees are very small -the huge cones you found are from regular sized sugar pines. It's amazing!! I pray for all the firefighters now battling those wildfires. ❤💔❤

[@FindingOurSomeday]

So cool to know! Thanks for watching and sharing! 🙏

[@Camscrub]

Your Family’s videos are incredibly inspiring. Your Family is creating a beautiful story. I’m impressed you are doing this in a travel trailer. We (I mean me) are inspiring full timers. Your videos make me yearn for the road and memories. I (I mean we) will soon be FOS members!

[@FindingOurSomeday]

Thank you so much for watching and follow along with us on our journey! It means a lot! 👊

[@lancelangley1215]

Awesome video!!! Still one of the few KZbin channels that I can actually sit and watch the whole video. You guys rock!!!

[@FindingOurSomeday]

Now THAT is an awesome compliment! Thank you so much for getting through to the end! 😃

[@sherriweber7105]

We are very small next to these trees. I just can’t believe what’s going on with the Sequoia trees with them being destroyed by fire. It’s so sad. Such beautiful trees. I love the Red Wood trees as well. I was in Red Wood but never saw what you are seeing now. Thank you Corey for taking me with you all on this journey to see these trees. Beautiful scenery.

[@FindingOurSomeday]

As always, we love having you along with us, Sherri!

[@jimandellenmeadows6244]

That was an excellent finish to a two part video. Nature, the peace and quiet while being serenaded by the sounds of forest. Ellen is all about the bears. Me, wildlife you don't see everyday. Thank you.

[@FindingOurSomeday]

Glad you guys enjoyed it! The bears were such a fun surprise at the end of our hike that day! Thanks as always for watching, guys! 🙌

[@TakeATripTogether]

Wow!!! Your bear encounter was so amazing! Running across a mama bear with her cubs is something I worry about because I know they are so protective but she certainly didn't look aggressive in your video. What a blessing to be able to view their interaction up close. Thanks for bringing these beautiful trees into our living rooms again. It was encouraging to hear your conversation about annual fires and how the Sequoia are able to weather them. You had no idea what would happen weeks after saying that but it was definitely comforting to hear. Safe travels!

[@FindingOurSomeday]

We were a good distance away and she gave no indication that she saw us. We watched them for about 35-40 minutes! It was a pretty great way to end a magical day! And the forest needs fire, but these ones were pretty bad. So thankful for the men and women who fought to save these precious giants!

[@TakeATripTogether]

@@FindingOurSomeday Yes, absolutely!!! Definitely a magical experience! And praying the fires are able to be controlled and put out before too much damage is done.

[@recreationventuring]

The National Forest between parks has camping and some very cool fire lookouts. I would suggest checking out Buck Rock

[@captainkirk8806]

It's going to be a while before we will be able to see the other side so for now..... Thank you!!!! for bringing the beauty it has to share and the fun facts to go with it. I can't wait to see them in person.

[@FindingOurSomeday]

It is our pleasure, Kirk! Thank you for being here with us on our journey and we can't wait for you to be able to see these giants for yourself!

[@sherriweber7105]

Cute how you caught 3 bears. They were playing. That’s good you got a shot if them and you were far enough away from them.

[@FindingOurSomeday]

Such a fun surprise!

[@shannon1991]

You really are a professional at taking these videos. I have seen some of the places you have been and glad you guys show all the ones I haven't. Keep up the great work.

[@FindingOurSomeday]

I appreciate the compliment , we’re happy to share 👊

[@kristenz.8287]

I was wondering about the Fires. Based on your post date I was thinking you couldn't be here. .... :( I so hate that my home State is struggling and losing so much of it's amazing beautiful landscape.

[@michellerichardson4200]

Thank you for sharing with us! These two Sequoia vlogs were incredible!! It’s not at all what I expected either! Can’t wait to get out that way!!!

[@slingshot7635]

Great job trying to capture the magic! So many beautiful places to explore. I found my someday in Alaska.

[@annamaybeekman5152]

I LOVE MY BIG TREES SEQUOIAS AND THE REDWOODS I HUG THEM EVERYTIME I SEE THEM

[@FindingOurSomeday]

Big trees are something we suggest as one of the top 5 things that we think everyone should see in North America!

[@margaretporkolab7166]

That was amazing thank you for taking me along.

[@FindingOurSomeday]

It was our pleasure! Thank you for joining us on our journey!

[@BethNichol2025]

Fabulous! The Sequoia area and National Park is now on my bucket list. Thank you (the whole family) for sharing your journeys, inspiring us, giving us new places to dream about exploring.

[@FindingOurSomeday]

You are very welcome! We love adding to your bucket list! 😉

[@garyzeiger172]

Beautiful place , and i noticed your daughters sweatshirt , "Old Orchard Beach" love the beach there , been many times as a child, thanks for sharing !

[@FindingOurSomeday]

Love representing Maine on the road! Thanks for watching!

[@bertkelly7650]

As I'm watching this, I googled the fires at Sequoia and it said the park wasn't touched.....cool!

[@FindingOurSomeday]

The biggest groves were unscathed but there was a lot of damage to the South end of the park and to Kings Canyon. So thankful for all of the firefighters who protected those giant treasures!

[@tamarakeathley9776]

I love the Sequoia's and Redwood tree's. California also is home to other old tree's called the Ancient Bristlecone Pine forest in the White Mountains. They are not as big, but they are striking in appearance and thousands of years old.

[@FindingOurSomeday]

Big tree are a must see in our opinion. There is nothing like walking through a forest of ancient giants!

[@waynevaughan5263]

Hey crew part 2 was fabulous. You always pick the right music for the right time and your family is the best. Your all so spirit filled. Thanks for making my Sunday once again. Safe travels.

[@FindingOurSomeday]

So glad you enjoyed it, Wayne! Thank you so much for watching and joining us on our journey! It means a lot.

[@garyhahn3450]

We stopped there a few years ago. Such large trees. I was really surprised at how small the pinecones were compared to the size of the trees. Enjoyed the music in the video too. When we were in the redwood forest, we took an old wagon trail that a ranger told us about.

[@FindingOurSomeday]

We found out later that the huge pine cone we found was from another type of pine tree and that the Sequoia's cones were much smaller. We absolutely loved our time in the Redwoods a few years ago and can't wait to share what we did there this past summer!

[@golfaholics7777]

Oh both are great! But maybe part 1 had my heart a little more..that sunset and those views were amazing!! Another great video! Thanks again for sharing always look forward to Sunday’s!

[@FindingOurSomeday]

That sunrise was spectacular and we were blown away by the hike up and down Moro Rock. Thanks so much for watching and your constant support, Missy! 🙌

[@joelvanderploeg6733]

It is awesome you should have drove to the end of Kings Canyon. It is the best kept secret. I find it sad that the poisoned trees are still dying. I was there almost 20 years ago doing fuel reductions and now it burned anyway. They have saved the California forests to death.

[@patheagerty4762]

Great video of sequoia national park the all the trees I enjoyed all your video,s keep them coming 👍👍👍

[@FindingOurSomeday]

So glad you enjoyed it! We had such a great time in the park! Thanks for watching and joining us on our journey!

[@travelingcatphotos]

Can't wait to see what you all think of our "neck of the woods" when you reach Big Sur! Those bears were super cool and I agree, the trees are just amazing there.

[@FindingOurSomeday]

The California Coast is amazing! Can't wait to share our time going up the 1!

[@lorenviolasommers4184]

Those trees!😮 INCREDIBLE! And I’d like to do both!!!! Part 1 and 2!!!

[@FindingOurSomeday]

Hope you are able to SOMEDAY! Thank you so much for watching and taking the time to comment!

[@joelvanderploeg6733]

Those circular groups of trees grew out of the stump of a former giant.

[@FindingOurSomeday]

Makes sense! Thank you !

[@caseyrhodes3349]

What brand is the green backpack?? That would be perfect for my hiking trips!!!

[@donnaharris4459]

Awesome vlog guys the trees were amazing. Seeing the momma bear and baby I would have been in awe to be there. Thanks for sharing take care. ❤❤🇬🇧

[@FindingOurSomeday]

Thank you so much for watching! We had such a great time in the park that day and the bears were such a fun surprise.

[@davidjackman5773]

Great video, guys. It brought back wonderful memories of when we visited Sequoia. It is definitely in our top 5. Although I have to say we have yet to be disappointed in a National Park. Every one we have visited has been worth the effort to get there. As far as a favorite....I think whichever one I'm in is my favorite at the time. Stay safe and keep on keeping on.

[@FindingOurSomeday]

Every single park has something to offer and we always end up being pleasantly surprised by something we didn't expect to find in a National Park. Picking a favorite is really hard. We have too many to list! Thanks for watching!

[@ShoHashi]

Awesome hike through the park! And bears to top it off! What a cool place! Thanks for sharing! :)

[@FindingOurSomeday]

The bears were a really great surprise! It was an incredible day! 😃

[@rickybreaux2607]

Love sequoia n p ! Thanks for sharing!

[@FindingOurSomeday]

So do we! Thanks for joining us on our journey!

[@mr.unknowncali-life9350]

I live 10 min away will 30 min away from the trees it’s amazing but some burn fown

[@alberthice]

Once again well editited and well illustrated. Another great video.

[@FindingOurSomeday]

Thank you so much! Glad you enjoyed it! 😃

[@bettyjorodgers8552]

Great video. Loved it. Thank you. Blessings

[@FindingOurSomeday]

Thank you so much for watching and always commenting, Betty!

[@bighatstephens]

Next time back, you guys need to explore more of King's Canyon. Probably the best cave to go check out is Crystal Caverns.

[@krispedersen2335]

BTW, that huge pinecone you held was from a ponderosa pine. Sequoia cones are only about 1 1/2 inches tall. Much, much smaller than the ponderosa!

[@FindingOurSomeday]

We had someone share that with us after we filmed there! Thank you so much for the information! It is so crazy how small the cone are from the Sequoias! 😳

[@BPauler1]

I've been to Sequoia many years ago...thanks for taking me back. The scenery, the video...spectacular as always!!

[@FindingOurSomeday]

We love getting comments like this. It is a pleasure to be able to bring people back to their memories in a place. Thanks for watching and taking the time to comment! 😃

[@jjboohoo9641]

Thanks for the tour of the forest. I have never been there and probably never will be.

[@FindingOurSomeday]

So glad to have you along with us for the ride! Thank you for watching!

[@tonibrunson7017]

John Muir also has a National Park names after him. Muir Woods. It is a tiny little thing over across from San Francisco. If over there check it out.

[@FindingOurSomeday]

Such an incredible man. We have driven by Muir Woods before but have never been. We will have to SOMEDAY! 😃 Thanks for watching!

[@ssue4q]

Hi guys thank you so much for the beautiful footage. If I haven't said it before. You are hands-down the very BEST videographic artist on KZbin. And believe me I watch a lot of videos. I can't thank you enough for all the armchair travel. I haven't been to where you are since the 90s( have pics in albums same photo ops places) and watching your video it was like I was there yesterday. I am so very saddened by the fires that are going on there it's heartbreaking... well kids you guys stay safe. And as always safe and happy travels💗 p.s. hope you don't mind me calling you kids it's not because I'm older than the two of you but you're all like big kids just like me it's the only way to live! My mom used to always say us 6 kids kept her Young!💗💗💗 p.s. Hello to both your beautiful girls. You're very very lucky fortunate girls! By far the very best education money could buy!👍💗 "Land of the Giants" that was a TV show probably before you guys time.. that's exactly how I felt when I was there so very tiny.. lmao

[@FindingOurSomeday]

Thank you so much for watching and following along with us on our journey! We love to hear that our videos have taking people back to when they were there and brought back good memories! And we are the ones who are blessed to have these girls as our daughters. They are incredible and we can't wait to see what they do and become in their lives! 😊 - Jess

[@ssue4q]

@@FindingOurSomeday 💗💗💗

[@TexasFamilyCamping]

Awesome video. I've always want to see these trees and I feel your video really did them justice. Thank you. Y'all Rock

[@FindingOurSomeday]

Thank you! You rock👊 glad we could add some visuals until you get to experience them in person as well!

[@danaharris5654]

Loved Moro Rock! We were there back in 98' Hope to visit it again some day and hope the fires don't damage the area too much. I like to hike with my 18-400mm lens that gives me good zoom w/o the normal weight of a long telephoto while hiking.

[@FindingOurSomeday]

The fires are awful, looks like they are getting them under control now. 400 mm would have been nice for those bears, I only had 150😕

[@danaharris5654]

@@FindingOurSomeday We went to Yosemite that same trip in 98' and it had a lot of fire damage at that time as well. Hope to run into you guys some day since I also have a love for photography.

[@FindingOurSomeday]

@@danaharris5654 Hope to see you out on the road!

[@woodworker4800]

When we went to the Avenue of Giants we decided the Keebler elves were really regular people in giant trees.

[@FindingOurSomeday]

😂 I wouldn't doubt it!

[@OffRampAdventures]

Watching your video makes someone like me whose never seen the massive giants up close, really feel like we've missed something!

[@sandracimonetti5307]

You will really like Fern Canyon. It is cool too, but not as cool as the Sequoias. That part was closed when we went to Yosemite, but I got to see lots of Redwoods. I got two little sequoias and one Pacific coast redwood at a gift shop.The two sequoias have died, but I still have the redwood- got it in 2017.

[@FindingOurSomeday]

I love that you still have your redwood! That's awesome! We are really excited to share our Fern Canyon adventure with you! 😃 Thanks so much for watching!

[@craftytraveler9238]

I hope when you come to the Redwoods you come through Willits, Ca. Don't grow around the by pass on 101 actually come through town and go under the Willits sign by Safeway. The sign use to be in Reno. It says, Gateway to the Redwoods.Thanks for the video.

[@FindingOurSomeday]

Wish we had known! We will try to catch it the next time we are in the area! Thanks for watching and letting us know!

[@waynesimpson4081]

As you pointed out: Kings Canyon is not meant to be a drive-in NP. It's purpose is as a high Sierra wilderness for hiking and equestrian packing. The roads in are to server as trailheads, not so much as tourist spots.

[@FindingOurSomeday]

It had been a long day of getting up at 4am for sunrise at the top of Moro Rock and then 8 miles of hiking so it was time to head back home, but we definitely want to go back when the caves are open again.

[@kathykeene2092]

Thank you for sharing your adventure. I was inspired.

[@FindingOurSomeday]

Thank YOU for joining us! 🙏

[@ridesharetrixter5206]

I did a series on Sequoia National Park. It was dedicated to my Dad. He Loved SNP. It's his Final Resting Place. I will be going back in April to for additionl videos called "After the Fires"© I enjoy your videos on SNP. Stay Safe.

[@FindingOurSomeday]

What a beautiful thing to do for your dad. We are curious to go back again as well to see what the park looks like now. Thank you for watching and taking the time to comment!

[@theathjr]

It’s too bad you weren’t able to get to Grant Grove. We camped there every summer growing up. There are some amazing trails in and around that area as well as a nice general store & visitors center. Maybe next time if it hasn’t burned to the ground. Safe Travels Amigos !

[@FindingOurSomeday]

Looking forward to getting back to see General Grant and the caves next time. Thanks so much for watching!

[@trevorbennion1979]

Another great video guys . Thank you for your hard work and brilliant photography. ❤️

[@FindingOurSomeday]

So glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for watching and taking the time to comment!

[@natei3518]

Loved Sequoia. Sad to see what that park has went through. When we were there, we even heard that fire is required for the cones to expand and the seeds to germinate???

[@rw7632]

yes

[@FindingOurSomeday]

Yes, the trees need fire, but this one was really bad and did more damage than most unfortunately.

[@kristenz.8287]

Yes true. They need fires to reproduce, but if the fire is TOO HOT, the tree and cones are destroyed. Problem is so many of the recent fires are INCREDIBLY HOT. This is something that has changed in the last couple decades.

[@jhmup]

Loved it! We took our kids there ~25 years ago. They still remember! It’s hard to capture on camera but you did great!

[@FindingOurSomeday]

The Sequoias and Red Woods are definitely very hard to capture in photographs and on film to actually get the feeling of what it is like to stand next to them. Glad you guys and your kids were able to see it for yourselves!

[@derek9362]

Wow you guys really hit the head on the nail. Very enjoyable video thank you.

[@FindingOurSomeday]

Really glad you enjoyed it, Derek! Thanks so much for watching!🙏

[@mullins_zone]

Your photography and videography skills are so impressive. How did you become so good at this?!?!

[@loragunning5394]

When my mother's father (my grandpa) visited Sequoia National Park when he completed his time in the US Army in the late 1920's, he brought back to his home in South Dakota (family farm, near Bowdle), a living burl (removed from a Giant Sequoia tree) that he bought at the park's Gift Shop. Over a period of years of indoor nurturing, the burl sprouted a sapling and when it grew large enough, my grandpa planted it on the family farm. While I've never visited my grandpa's family farm myself, my mom and her brother spent summers there thru their teen years and both can attest to the Giant Sequoia growing there. The farm is still in the family and the sequoia, while young, is still there. To the best of my knowledge, it's the only Sequoiadendron Giganteum growing in a non-botanical setting anywhere in the USA east of the continental divide...

[@SaltyVetAdventures]

That's an amazing story! WOW...thanks for that.

[@FindingOurSomeday]

Oh my word! What an incredible story! Thank you so much for sharing! I hope you are able to visit it SOMEDAY to see it for yourself! Thanks for watching! 🙏

[@joycemoses2411]

BEAUTIFUL!!!

[@FindingOurSomeday]

Sequoia is absolutely amazing!

[@davelightel8979]

Great job! Thanks for sharing for all that may never make it there. Been to redwoods and this is definitely on my list.

[@FindingOurSomeday]

The Redwoods are incredible as well. Hope you are able to check out Sequoia SOMEDAY! Thank you so much for watching and taking the time to comment!

[@kennethcole8370]

When we visit Sequoia we always feel like we're about to see some Ewoks any minute! Kings Canyon is great also.

[@FindingOurSomeday]

It really does feel other worldly walking around that forest!

[@scottsmith922]

Another amazing set of videos. Just wow thank you

[@FindingOurSomeday]

SO glad you enjoyed our Sequoia series! Thank you for watching!

[@sandyoklahomatransient8557]

We've always love the big Sequoia's! Hate when there's fires in and around all the amazing land causing destruction. Donuts are good any time of the day 😊......even better when climbing high altitudes.....life is good🙏

[@FindingOurSomeday]

So sad for the damage that has been done by this fire, but so thankful for those who have so bravely fought to protect as much of the forest as they could. And donuts are definitely good at ALL times of the day! 😉

[@sandyoklahomatransient8557]

@@FindingOurSomeday 👍😉🍩🍩

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@@sandyoklahomatransient8557 😃

[@exploringnewhites]

Corey, That place where you stopped where the rock garden is below (I think where you turned around) is technically outside of the NP so my hubby was able to fly his drone! He was so happy. And yes he’s a certified drone pilot and checked for permission to fly. 😊 I know you had had a long day by that point, but if you drove further you’d be back in Kings Canyon and the road actually ends about 45 minutes further. It’s a long drive but very scenic with river alongside and a waterfall near the end. There’s also an ice cream shack that a lot of people stop at (but we didn’t). 😊

[@FindingOurSomeday]

There is a lot of National Forest land up there were you can fly. Glad he was able to find a good spot! It had been a long day and so much of what is up in Kings Canyon was closed (like the caves) so we called it and headed home. We will be back SOMEDAY! Thanks for watching!

[@jabbagna4237]

Great videos we love watching ! When you are walking through the forest you have a camera overhead on a stick. What kind of camera and lens are you using when the picture is bent or wrapped around you. Thank You for sharing Joe

[@VernonWallace]

Great trip. Thank you

[@FindingOurSomeday]

Thanks for watching and joining us on the adventure! 🙌

[@garyhanson4133]

I have yet to see these trees. They look awesome.

[@FindingOurSomeday]

Really hope you are able to SOMEDAY soon! Thanks for watching and taking the time to comment!

[@garyhanson4133]

@@FindingOurSomeday I need to get back over to Libby Mt by where the swinging bridge is at. There is a small area called Ross Creek Cedar Forest. There are some massive cedar trees. Sadly a forest fire went through 2 years ago, so I'm not sure what it looks like now.