Here and There

First, there is a short version, followed by pictures, then a long version. Enjoy! Short version:  The target route was Red Peak Pass Loop, 5 days, about 50 miles. We arrived at Yosemite around 8:30am at the meetup spot. We (me, niece Sam, and Ben) headed up to the John Muir Trail head.  Starting near Happy Isles (4000 ft), we hiked up to the Nevada Falls overlook, then up to our first camp along the Illilouette River, around 10.5 miles, 7000 ft.  Weather was good, some spritzy rain, a few loud thunder booms, but dry.  Next day up to Lower Ottoway Lake about 7 miles, 9700 feet. Weather was nice on arrival, but dark clouds loomed on the horizon over Red Peak Pass. Enjoyed the remaining partial sun/warmth.  I fished, then it began to rain. Fish were biting on / off during the squalls.  We set camp during a downpour. Wind, rain, thunder, and hail. Everything is soaked except for our bedding and a couple of pieces of tucked away clothing.  Light to mild ra...