Older thread, I know .. but was just reading and thought I would add this:
A couple of times. late in the season when I was in the Glen Aulin vicinity, (heading up Cold canyon and beyond), the friendly kitchen staff there invited me to participate in some of their meals ... practically for free.
They had too many provisions ...
Problem was (you can probably guess what's coming); I ended up declining both times, because I had my own backpacking food so carefully metered out .. not to mention the weight of carrying my own food, which I welcomed every chance I had to shave bits of it away every day ... (I usually go out for 6-8 days)
But you just can't plan on something like that ... and geez, their meals looked totally wonderful.
One day, I promise I will do some/all of the standard "full-service" HSC circuit ... maybe when I have family along ... and get to finally enjoy those meals!
Very friendly knowledgeable crews and rangers - the best!
Michael
Anvanho