The Smokey Wire : National Forest News and Views
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Some people consider a 24″ diameter tree to be “big”. This one transcends “big”. I didn’t measure the diameter or height of this tree but, my estimates are 70″ dbh and 230 feet tall. The Mendocino National Forest has excellent growing conditions, and can grow huge trees faster than most National Forests. This picture, stitched together from three vertical shots, is available free for limited uses. Enjoy!
This will be the first of many postings to share my photography associated with our National Forests. I have worked on 23 National Forests across the country, in 11 states. The photos I took while working for the Feds will be available for free limited usage, if someone thinks it might help their cause. Others can be available matted and/or framed *smirks*
(Edit: Sharon wanted bigger!)
Several of these peaks in the Lost River Range of Idaho are over 12,000 feet. I met this other detailer, who was doing wildlife surveys, and was shocked to learn that he was climbing part of the way up these mountains, looking for rare species. Yes, he was over 50 years old! I was doing aspen surveys, mapping, photographing and analysis, in support of a new grazing plan. It was in my power to recommend protective measures for the impacted aspen stands. Of course, everything that eats grass, eats aspen. I felt it was meaningful work.