The "ring" of Sequoias at 2:56 is more than likely sprouts from a tree that died or fell over, 1500 years ago. Trees like Sequoias and Redwoods sprout out at the base and continue to grow. Giving the concept that some of those trees are possibly 5000 - 10,000 years old in the roots. although the rings would say less, it's the same tree as before just a different trunk, same roots.
"Michael", this was in one of the Southernmost groves, a little NW of Johnstonville, East of Porterville, correct? You drive from Camp Nelson, to Kernville, at some points, passing by the Forest Service Work Center at Peppermint, and the Freeman Creek Grove, just over the pass, right? Freeman Creek's really interesting, because on the Grove's East side, there's Sequoias growing in close proximity to Pinon Pines, Cactus, Yuccas, and Joshua Trees.
Well I was there today (6/6/2020) and ANOTHER huge sequoia fell crosswise on top of those two.... and kinda messed up the new trail they were building next to those two.... the forest is turning against us 😱
They should find a way to make the trees apart of the trail, it's really sad what happened to them. I always wanted to see the sequoias up close, must be amazing.
@AntPorr Here is an update: Officials plan to build an elevated boardwalk over the two giant sequoias that fell Sept. 30. The elevated boardwalk will connect the trail from the remaining northernmost bridge on the south side of the fallen sequoias to the existing trail on the east side. It would be built to allow all visitors, including those with disabilities, to safely see and touch the fallen sequoias.
That sounds awesome. We were just there yesterday, nine years after the trees fell and were disappointed to see that nothing has been done. That area of the path is still roped off.
I remember when i stood on the fallen trees about a year ago, its really beautiful there but its also kind of sad knowing one day when we run out of fuel we're going to start to burn and cut all of those down you know? Hopefully that's not for a long long time. Like I said it's very beautiful and its amazing to know how long they've been there for, they're kinda like the over see'rs of the world.
@AntPorr I agree...these trees are over 1500 years old, 17 feet in diameter and 300 feet tall. These are definitely not "just trees". The most likely solution is to simply create a path next to the trees or perhaps cut out the section laying on the path. Not sure where the 3 million dollar estimate came from, as it should not cost that much to cut out a section and remove it, and the paved section is just a short path made of asphalt. I suppose time will tell.
I agree with TheSonglvr, just turn it into a walking path. I think it would be an awesome part of the trail, walking along a fallen sequoia... that's something you can't do everywhere. If needed (for the less agile community I suppose) put in a small step ladder to get on top of it, maybe a bridge across the broken sections.
So apparently there's actual video of this falling...why isn't it on youtube yet? Anyway, pictures do not do justice to these behemoths. They are cartoonishly-huge, and must be seen at some point in your life.
I have some on my land and they are happy... most are one to four foot diameter, and have two that are 12 foot diameter and one at 14 foot diameter, and one 19 foot diameter... the trees seem to be doing well on own... I see from comments a lot of people are misinformed about giant sequoias...
In certain areas of Britain there are Giant Redwoods introduced and some were planted in the 18th Century. They have grown big and these trees still have hundreds if not thousand of years to go. Many conifers from all around the world are threatened and Scotland is trying to protect and create a haven for these plants. If you type in the iCONic Project into you tube, you’ll see what they’re doing.
Truly amazing how many people here make comments on subjects they know little about. If you went to this forest and listened to the lectures you would understand so much more and 1/2 of these comments would not even come up. If you know little to nothing about a subject, learn before commenting... BETTER TO REMAIN SILENT AND BE THOUGHT A FOOL, THAN TO SPEAK AND REMOVE ALL DOUBT.
It's just a tree that is REALLY big. When the trees in my back yard fell down becasue of Katrina nobody cared....... Also how is this historically significant? A tree fell over, so what?
@seriesdetv Great job spelling. If you're going to call me stupid then at least spell the word correctly. You had ONE word to spell correctly and you managed to screw it up.
@seriesdetv So your incompetence lies in your typing ability and not in your spelling ability, thank you for clearing that up. Care to explain how putting this wood to good use is "stupd!" ?
2:12 It's real easy lady. Get your chainsaw out, go to work, and stop complaining. It's such an outrage that the first thing that comes to mind for these people is to spend millions of taxpayer dollars on a "boardwalk."
The "ring" of Sequoias at 2:56 is more than likely sprouts from a tree that died or fell over, 1500 years ago. Trees like Sequoias and Redwoods sprout out at the base and continue to grow. Giving the concept that some of those trees are possibly 5000 - 10,000 years old in the roots. although the rings would say less, it's the same tree as before just a different trunk, same roots.
"Michael", this was in one of the Southernmost groves, a little NW of Johnstonville, East of Porterville, correct? You drive from Camp Nelson, to Kernville, at some points, passing by the Forest Service Work Center at Peppermint, and the Freeman Creek Grove, just over the pass, right?
Freeman Creek's really interesting, because on the Grove's East side, there's Sequoias growing in close proximity to Pinon Pines, Cactus, Yuccas, and Joshua Trees.
It's been almost a decade and the trail has not been re-done. I was there today (6/29/19) and it was incredible
Well I was there today (6/6/2020) and ANOTHER huge sequoia fell crosswise on top of those two.... and kinda messed up the new trail they were building next to those two.... the forest is turning against us 😱
@@alana1119 as it should be
@@ShadowSpace56z yeah 😢
Well done! My family originally came from Scotland, so glad to see they will be preserving rare conifers.
How about the move the trail around the tree?
They should find a way to make the trees apart of the trail, it's really sad what happened to them. I always wanted to see the sequoias up close, must be amazing.
@AntPorr Here is an update:
Officials plan to build an elevated boardwalk over the two giant sequoias that fell Sept. 30. The elevated boardwalk will connect the trail from the remaining northernmost bridge on the south side of the fallen sequoias to the existing trail on the east side. It would be built to allow all visitors, including those with disabilities, to safely see and touch the fallen sequoias.
That sounds awesome. We were just there yesterday, nine years after the trees fell and were disappointed to see that nothing has been done. That area of the path is still roped off.
0:32 "john, make sure they see my ass"
That's a nice pile of lumber. Just think how many fences and decks are laying there!
I remember when i stood on the fallen trees about a year ago, its really beautiful there but its also kind of sad knowing one day when we run out of fuel we're going to start to burn and cut all of those down you know? Hopefully that's not for a long long time.
Like I said it's very beautiful and its amazing to know how long they've been there for, they're kinda like the over see'rs of the world.
I’m hopeful that we’ll be able to make energy without ever needing trees again
Wood is a renewable resource, we just need to plant more than we burn...
@AntPorr I agree...these trees are over 1500 years old, 17 feet in diameter and 300 feet tall. These are definitely not "just trees". The most likely solution is to simply create a path next to the trees or perhaps cut out the section laying on the path. Not sure where the 3 million dollar estimate came from, as it should not cost that much to cut out a section and remove it, and the paved section is just a short path made of asphalt. I suppose time will tell.
I recently lost a large historick swamp tupelo under similare circumstances + high wind of TS Henry. Large trees falling can be very danger!
I agree with TheSonglvr, just turn it into a walking path. I think it would be an awesome part of the trail, walking along a fallen sequoia... that's something you can't do everywhere. If needed (for the less agile community I suppose) put in a small step ladder to get on top of it, maybe a bridge across the broken sections.
wow! i was there on September 24 of 2011, and this happened on the 30th! i wish i could have waited 6 days later..
So apparently there's actual video of this falling...why isn't it on youtube yet?
Anyway, pictures do not do justice to these behemoths. They are cartoonishly-huge, and must be seen at some point in your life.
please do not disturb the tree.... build a bridge over it to complete the trail :)
I have some on my land and they are happy... most are one to four foot diameter, and have two that are 12 foot diameter and one at 14 foot diameter, and one 19 foot diameter... the trees seem to be doing well on own... I see from comments a lot of people are misinformed about giant sequoias...
Amazing great a falls giant secuoya trees 😲😰😵😱
Leave it alone it is nature.
very cool, this is amazing!
Omg .. i found some people who have the same mind .. thumbs up buddy :)
get one of those stump grinding machines and just grind the tree where it lays on the trail
In certain areas of Britain there are Giant Redwoods introduced and some were planted in the 18th Century.
They have grown big and these trees still have hundreds if not thousand of years to go.
Many conifers from all around the world are threatened and Scotland is trying to protect and create a haven for these plants.
If you type in the iCONic Project into you tube, you’ll see what they’re doing.
Truly amazing how many people here make comments on subjects they know little about. If you went to this forest and listened to the lectures you would understand so much more and 1/2 of these comments would not even come up. If you know little to nothing about a subject, learn before commenting...
BETTER TO REMAIN SILENT AND BE THOUGHT A FOOL, THAN TO SPEAK AND REMOVE ALL DOUBT.
It is nature leave it alone.
build a wooden bridge over the fallen trees, so hikers can climb over them.
Carve a tunnel out of it for the paths, ala the redwood tree with the tunnel through it but more epic.
I have walked on it is so big
but did anyone hear it ??????
It's just a tree that is REALLY big. When the trees in my back yard fell down becasue of Katrina nobody cared....... Also how is this historically significant? A tree fell over, so what?
They should turn it into a "walking path" exactly like these people are doing now.
I was there today
@joelspe $3 millon? What, they're fiscally responsible now?
Saw it
stairs, ramp, stairs. 500 bucks.
@seriesdetv Great job spelling. If you're going to call me stupid then at least spell the word correctly. You had ONE word to spell correctly and you managed to screw it up.
Don’t take it out!!!
If you take it out there wouldn’t be life for animals in that area!!!
Leave it alone.
How sad... =(
@seriesdetv So your incompetence lies in your typing ability and not in your spelling ability, thank you for clearing that up. Care to explain how putting this wood to good use is "stupd!" ?
2:12 It's real easy lady. Get your chainsaw out, go to work, and stop complaining. It's such an outrage that the first thing that comes to mind for these people is to spend millions of taxpayer dollars on a "boardwalk."
Its called an axe get to work
tear it all down and build a wallmart what do trees do nothing just annoy me looking at me. last night i punched a tree in the face .
J o n a t h a n your stupid