Famed 1,000-Year-Old 'drive-Thru' Tree Collapses After Storm

Discussion in 'Latest Hip News Stories' started by ROLLINGALONG, Jan 10, 2017.

  1. rollingalong

    rollingalong Banned

    Messages:
    33,587
    Likes Received:
    11,006
    https://www.theweathernetwork.com/news/articles/famed-1000-year-old-drive-thru-tree-collapses-after-storm/77966?intcmp=twn_promo_news1""""


    ive seen this tree on television, in movies since i was a kid.....its a sad day for trees and tree huggers alike :(
     
    rollingalong, Jan 10, 2017
    #1
  3. Aerianne

    Aerianne Lifetime Supporter Lifetime Supporter

    Messages:
    37,095
    Likes Received:
    17,180
    I read that they cut that tree, the one in Calaveras, to compete with the one in Yosemite. The tunnel was cut into the base of the tree in the 1880's.

    I don't think that I would have had the heart to do that in the first place.


    [​IMG]
     
    Aerianne, Jan 10, 2017
    #2
    4 people like this.
  5. pensfan13

    pensfan13 Senior Member

    Messages:
    14,192
    Likes Received:
    2,783
    My sister and grandmother have pics going through it.
     
    pensfan13, Jan 10, 2017
    #3
  7. drumminmama

    drumminmama Super Moderator Super Moderator

    Messages:
    17,717
    Likes Received:
    1,573
    It sounds like the tree will be left as is, for habitat!
     
    drumminmama, Jan 10, 2017
    #4
    2 people like this.
  9. rollingalong

    rollingalong Banned

    Messages:
    33,587
    Likes Received:
    11,006
    yes I think that....
     
    rollingalong, Jan 12, 2017
    #4
  11. newo

    newo Lifetime Supporter Lifetime Supporter

    Messages:
    11,961
    Likes Received:
    12,322
    Thankfully they no longer cut tree tunnels.
     
    newo, Jan 12, 2017
    #5
  13. Moonglow181

    Moonglow181 Lifetime Supporter Lifetime Supporter

    Messages:
    16,175
    Likes Received:
    4,919
    I find this news to be very sad news.
     
    Moonglow181, Jan 12, 2017
    #6
  15. drumminmama

    drumminmama Super Moderator Super Moderator

    Messages:
    17,717
    Likes Received:
    1,573
    Tunnels in California and surrounding were a fad in the 1880s, and stopped by the 1940s.
    Meant to increase tourism.
    A few are still drive though, most are hikers only.


    Cool thing about Cabin Tree is that the tree was still alive when it fell.
     
    drumminmama, Jan 12, 2017
    #7
  17. hotwater

    hotwater Senior Member Lifetime Supporter

    Messages:
    50,596
    Likes Received:
    38,931
    Sad that such a magnificent tree toppled

    [​IMG]





    H
     
    hotwater, Jan 13, 2017
    #8
  19. Meliai

    Meliai Members

    Messages:
    25,867
    Likes Received:
    18,290
    Should have never been cut in the first place

    Although i did once come across a random tree tunnel somewhere near Big Sur, CA and thought it was the coolest thing ever at the time. But they cant be good for the health of the tree
     
    Meliai, Jan 13, 2017
    #9
  21. mallyboppa

    mallyboppa Senior Member

    Messages:
    11,133
    Likes Received:
    7,217
    me in a tree !
    [​IMG]
     
    mallyboppa, Jan 13, 2017
    #10
    2 people like this.

Share This Page

  1. This site uses cookies to help personalise content, tailor your experience and to keep you logged in if you register.
    By continuing to use this site, you are consenting to our use of cookies.
    Accept Learn More...
    Dismiss Notice