Yosemite Climbing Association Third Annual Yosemite Facelift
September 27 _ October 1, 2006
This year we had 1,157 volunteers of all ages during the five-day cleanup totaling 9,256
volunteer hours. NPS valued the Facelift event at $166,978.00.
We ended up with over 25,000 lbs. of trash and everything that could be recycled was.
77 miles of roadway were cleaned up along with over 40 miles of trails. Campgrounds
and lodging areas were also cleaned. Other special projects included were the removal of
10 power and phone poles at the old Cascade Housing area, trash and cable route poles
below the South Face of Half Dome, and graffiti removal in the Gunsight and Lower
Falls Amphitheater.
About 400 people attended the reception following the cleanup enjoying the free food
and beverages. A large raffle followed rewarding the Facelift participants. They had a
great time and are already making plans to attend next yearŐs event. We hope to see you
at the Yosemite Facelift in 2007. Stay tuned to the website for information regarding next
yearŐs schedule. Thank you!
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