The redwood forests of California are known for their towering trees that can reach heights of over 350 feet. But among these giants, there are some that stand out for a very different reason - they are albino. Albino redwoods, also known as ghost trees, are a rare sight, with only around 400 known to exist in the world. Unlike other trees, albino redwoods are unable to … [Read more...] about The Fascinating Story of the Albino Redwood: Surviving Without Chlorophyll
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The Incredible Story of the Girl Who Spent 738 Days Living in a Redwood Tree
Julia Butterfly Hill, American environmental activist, lived in a giant 1500-year-old redwood tree named Luna for 738 days to protest logging actions of the Pacific Lumber company. She lived in the tree from December 10, 1997 to December 1999, only terminating her revolutionary action when an agreement was made with Pacific Lumber Company to spare the tree and a 200 foot … [Read more...] about The Incredible Story of the Girl Who Spent 738 Days Living in a Redwood Tree
You Can Now Ride a Railbike Through California’s Scenic Redwood Forest
Skunk Train is repurposing unused train tracks as adventurous tour routes in an effort to breathe new life into some of America's historic railway lines. An excursion through the world-famous Redwood Route in northern California is one of its most popular experiences. Instead of taking the train, you and a friend can pedal an electric-powered railbike designed for two. The … [Read more...] about You Can Now Ride a Railbike Through California’s Scenic Redwood Forest