Yosemite National Park in Mariposa County, California — The American West (Pacific Coastal)
Reawakening the Meadow
Seeds of Change
A century of trash once lay buried beneath this meadow’s surface, obstructing water flow and preventing plant growth. In 1993, restoration crews using excavators dug up and removed the debris. The water essential to maintain a healthy meadow returned, and seeds that had lain dormant for nearly a century came back to life.
Photo caption: In the early 20th century, the Old Village was full of lodging and entertainment facilities for tourists.
Erected by Yosemite Fund.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Natural Features. A significant historical year for this entry is 1881.
Location. 37° 44.596′ N, 119° 35.372′ W. Marker is in Yosemite National Park, California, in Mariposa County. Marker is at the intersection of Southside Drive and Sentinel Drive, on the left when traveling east on Southside Drive. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Yosemite National Park CA 95389, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. The Story of Half Dome (a few steps from this marker); The Old Yosemite Village (within shouting distance of this marker); James Hutchings (approx. ¼ mile away); Early Tourism (approx. ¼ mile away); A Home for Rangers (approx. 0.3 miles away); Big Tree (approx. 0.4 miles away); Yosemite National Park (approx. 0.4 miles away); Yosemite Valley (approx. 0.4 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Yosemite National Park.
Credits. This page was last revised on November 4, 2023. It was originally submitted on May 27, 2013, by Barry Swackhamer of Brentwood, California. This page has been viewed 541 times since then and 6 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on May 27, 2013, by Barry Swackhamer of Brentwood, California. • Syd Whittle was the editor who published this page.