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Nice bit of Sierra history here
Posted: Sat Sep 30, 2023 8:12 am
by balzaccom
This appeared in the Guardian today. It tells the story of a remarkable man and his career in the Sierra, including details about his family and their role long ago. Truly wonderful.
https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/202 ... rk-climber
Re: Nice bit of Sierra history here
Posted: Sat Sep 30, 2023 7:36 pm
by texan
Never heard of him before this article and I grew up in Bakersfield in the mid70's and early 80's. Been to to Sequoia and Kings Canyon NP hundreds of times. He truly cares about those big sequoia trees. They should name a new campground or something in his name. Thanks for sharing.
Texan
Re: Nice bit of Sierra history here
Posted: Sun Oct 01, 2023 4:53 pm
by austex
Agree, great man and yes deserves being immortalized. Great read. Thanks.
Re: Nice bit of Sierra history here
Posted: Tue Oct 03, 2023 2:52 pm
by grampy
+1 on all of your comments- I really enjoyed reading this article.
Re: Nice bit of Sierra history here
Posted: Wed Oct 11, 2023 10:40 am
by try
There's another whole chapter of Charlie's life not mentioned in the article; High Sierra Jazz Band. Charlie was drummer with the band for quite a few years.
Re: Nice bit of Sierra history here
Posted: Wed Oct 11, 2023 6:48 pm
by creekfeet
There's a placard by the California Tree on the Gran'ts Grove Trail that commemorates this awesome story. But unfortunately it doesn't mention that for his efforts Mr. Castro was rewarded with a six pack.
Re: Nice bit of Sierra history here
Posted: Fri Oct 20, 2023 3:54 am
by davishere
Though the article is way too long, I have enjoyed reading it.