https://www.idyllwildexperience.com/aboutstephen daily 0.75 2021-05-27 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59e6d790e5dd5b46391de1bc/1617252072167-48A9LXO5INP6IWLV5LSX/Stephen%2Bwith%2Bpinecone.jpg About Stephen - When I first made my journey “up the hill,” I discovered an isolated town nestled in wilderness and brimming with music, artists, food and culture. Since then, I have been on a quest to discover the fascinating history of this one-of-a-kind California town and its residents and local artisans. Please join me and explore a taste of wilds. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59e6d790e5dd5b46391de1bc/1617219853422-5KALQQNROMY2F0GBPHUZ/Stephen+kissing+pinecone.jpg About Stephen https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59e6d790e5dd5b46391de1bc/1617224030978-EX9LEZNACLXDO4VNQK0R/Cover+shot.jpg About Stephen https://www.idyllwildexperience.com/idyllwildexperiences daily 0.75 2021-05-26 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59e6d790e5dd5b46391de1bc/1619027455445-S2DQ1OOIVWQ2XIUQM5R6/PumpHouse+sign.JPG Idyllwild Experiences https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59e6d790e5dd5b46391de1bc/1617220910504-853TSFVIYHFI5T6EBKSE/Stephen+on+Rock-+lower+res.jpg Idyllwild Experiences - “In every walk with nature one receives far more than he seeks.” - John Muir Stephen with a group in the San Jacinto’s https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59e6d790e5dd5b46391de1bc/1619725158325-KQUW1YQFP8MDU3NRXQ8M/table.png Idyllwild Experiences https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59e6d790e5dd5b46391de1bc/1617221130598-06N4WG635RJ884LQR49N/Idyllwild+Town+Monument+w+Wintress.JPG Idyllwild Experiences https://www.idyllwildexperience.com/checkavailability daily 0.75 2021-05-27 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59e6d790e5dd5b46391de1bc/1617218761970-5RPRHTU5DPAEQ8BNVRSL/Idyllwild+Town+Monument+w+Wintress.JPG Check Availability - David Roy’s town monument “Harmony” has a history as long and fascinating as the many landmarks to rise from the ashes of town center. See vintage photos and learn about the original trek to the San Jacinto’s in a horse-drawn carriage. Stephen and his sidekick Wintress https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59e6d790e5dd5b46391de1bc/1618868744515-E3W1MHW43S1QKD40ND3K/Idyllwild+Experience+LOGO.jpg Check Availability https://www.idyllwildexperience.com/history daily 0.75 2021-05-27 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59e6d790e5dd5b46391de1bc/1617911916082-DAP7ET7PPGGVR0R7SX1E/san-jacinto-via-mountain-station-19.jpg History of Idyllwild “The view from San Jacinto is the most sublime spectacle to be found anywhere on this earth!” - John Muir, Philosopher and Naturalist https://www.idyllwildexperience.com/home-1 daily 1.0 2021-05-26 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59e6d790e5dd5b46391de1bc/1619025610398-4XC5GCLYA1FCASQPZ1MZ/Idyllwild+Winter+2018_Lilly+Rock.jpg Home https://www.idyllwildexperience.com/historical-timeline daily 0.75 2021-05-27 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59e6d790e5dd5b46391de1bc/1622128319247-V29XF7EDLG88JHEXUNN8/image-asset.jpeg Historical Timeline - 1,000 BCE through late1800’s …. The Cahuilla were divided into at least a dozen independent clans who thrived by seasonal hunting and gathering in one of the most varied topographies and climates known to mankind. There were two main groups, or moieties: the Wildcats and Coyotes. Cahuilla tribal populations ranged from 3,600 to at least 10,000 over hundreds of years, but bands were small. Families lived in a small structure called a kish made from locally sourced reeds, brush and other natural materials. A hovachat was a sweat-house constructed with similar materials, but located closest a water sources and used primarily by men. Membership in the clan was determined by the father and each clan had control over their own territory, which were frequently marked by designs carved into boulders or rock outcroppings. As with all Native Americans, spiritual beliefs were strong along with the ceremonies accompanying coming of age, marriage and burials along with lunar and seasonal changes. Ceremonies were presided over by a clan leader known as the net. The most famous, revered leader in recent history was Juan Antonio, born in the Anza area around 1783. He and his well armed Mountain Cahuilla guarded Rancho San Bernardino until it was sold to Mormon colonists in 1851. Juan Antonio retreated into San Timateo Canyon to guard against hostile incursions. One of his most famous acts was his tracking, capture and execution of eleven of the John Irving gang. 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