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Research at Big Basin Redwoods State Park

View of the coast redwood tree canopy regrowth at Big Basin Redwoods State Park three years after the CZU Lightning Complex Fires. Credit: PhenoCam Network, Phenocam.nau.eduView of the coast redwood tree canopy regrowth at Big Basin Redwoods State Park three years after the CZU Lightning Complex Fires. Credit: PhenoCam Network, Phenocam.nau.edu
Credit: PhenoCam Network, Phenocam.nau.edu and Mostafa Javadian, NAUCredit: PhenoCam Network, Phenocam.nau.edu and Mostafa Javadian, NAU
View of the coast redwood tree canopy regrowth at Big Basin Redwoods State Park three years after the CZU Lightning Complex Fires. PhenoCam Network, Phenocam.nau.eduView of the coast redwood tree canopy regrowth at Big Basin Redwoods State Park three years after the CZU Lightning Complex Fires. PhenoCam Network, Phenocam.nau.edu
View of the coast redwood tree canopy at Big Basin Redwoods State Park in May 2021, following the CZU Lightning Complex Fires. Credit: PhenoCam Network, Phenocam.nau.eduView of the coast redwood tree canopy at Big Basin Redwoods State Park in May 2021, following the CZU Lightning Complex Fires. Credit: PhenoCam Network, Phenocam.nau.edu
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Rancho del Oso

California State Parks, Save the Redwoods League, and Waddell Creek Association invite the public to the new Rancho del Oso Welcome Center. Photo by Jennifer Charney, Save the Redwoods League.California State Parks, Save the Redwoods League, and Waddell Creek Association invite the public to the new Rancho del Oso Welcome Center. Photo by Jennifer Charney, Save the Redwoods League.
The Rancho del Oso area at Big Basin Redwoods State Park. Photo by Jennifer CharneyThe Rancho del Oso area at Big Basin Redwoods State Park. Photo by Jennifer Charney
The public campground at the Rancho del Oso Horse Camp next to the new welcome center offers a place to savor the surroundings. The campground is temporarily accommodating visitors who walk or bike in until equestrian trails are restored. Photo by Jennifer Charney, Save the Redwoods LeagueThe public campground at the Rancho del Oso Horse Camp next to the new welcome center offers a place to savor the surroundings. The campground is temporarily accommodating visitors who walk or bike in until equestrian trails are restored. Photo by Jennifer Charney, Save the Redwoods League
A deck with a view of the marsh and ocean and interpretive signs about fire and wetlands, is a great place for school and community groups to learn about the area. Photo by Jennifer Charney, Save the Redwoods LeagueA deck with a view of the marsh and ocean and interpretive signs about fire and wetlands, is a great place for school and community groups to learn about the area. Photo by Jennifer Charney, Save the Redwoods League
One end of the Rancho del Oso Welcome Center focuses on climate change and how partners are reimagining the park in the wake of damage from 2020 CZU Lightning Complex Fires. An interactive exhibit shows visitors the difference between extreme fires like the CZU fires and low-intensity, beneficial ground fires. Photo by Jennifer Charney, Save the Redwoods LeagueOne end of the Rancho del Oso Welcome Center focuses on climate change and how partners are reimagining the park in the wake of damage from 2020 CZU Lightning Complex Fires. An interactive exhibit shows visitors the difference between extreme fires like the CZU fires and low-intensity, beneficial ground fires. Photo by Jennifer Charney, Save the Redwoods League
At Rancho del Oso, the Marsh Trail is open to visitors from May through October with a seasonal crossing over Waddell Creek. Photo by Jennifer Charney, Save the Redwoods LeagueAt Rancho del Oso, the Marsh Trail is open to visitors from May through October with a seasonal crossing over Waddell Creek. Photo by Jennifer Charney, Save the Redwoods League
Visitor Rebecca Hurdis uses the Ranch del Oso Welcome Center’s touch screen to learn about wildflower viewing and other recreational activities in Big Basin Redwoods State Park. “I love that the [welcome] center has moved into this new era of art, technology and multimedia,” said Hurdis. Photo by Jennifer Charney, Save the Redwoods LeagueVisitor Rebecca Hurdis uses the Ranch del Oso Welcome Center’s touch screen to learn about wildflower viewing and other recreational activities in Big Basin Redwoods State Park. “I love that the [welcome] center has moved into this new era of art, technology and multimedia,” said Hurdis. Photo by Jennifer Charney, Save the Redwoods League
At Rancho del Oso Welcome Center, a human history section honors the Indigenous people who first tended these lands, showing the plants and animals they used and which their descendants continue to use. The welcome center is on the historic borderlands of the Ohlone Tribes known as the Cotoni and Quiroste. The exhibit also covers the tribes’ subjugation by colonial authority. Photo by Jennifer Charney, Save the Redwoods LeagueAt Rancho del Oso Welcome Center, a human history section honors the Indigenous people who first tended these lands, showing the plants and animals they used and which their descendants continue to use. The welcome center is on the historic borderlands of the Ohlone Tribes known as the Cotoni and Quiroste. The exhibit also covers the tribes’ subjugation by colonial authority. Photo by Jennifer Charney, Save the Redwoods League
From left: Karen Wickers, Karen Gilhuly and Mary Hufty sit in the native plant garden that they and their fellow Woodside-Atherton Garden Club members, and members of other Garden Club chapters, planted next to the new Rancho del Oso Welcome Center. Photo by Jennifer Charney, Save the Redwoods LeagueFrom left: Karen Wickers, Karen Gilhuly and Mary Hufty sit in the native plant garden that they and their fellow Woodside-Atherton Garden Club members, and members of other Garden Club chapters, planted next to the new Rancho del Oso Welcome Center. Photo by Jennifer Charney, Save the Redwoods League
From left: Among those who worked on the welcome center are James Freed, exhibit designer at James Freed Designs; Clinton Stockton, fabricator for John Murray Productions; Deborah Zierten, Save the Redwoods League education and interpretation manager; Gay Kraeger, illustrator for Wildways Illustrations; Elizabeth Hammack, League consultant and former California State Parks interpretive manager; and Jenny Rigby, director of the Acorn Group. Photo by Jennifer Charney, Save the Redwoods LeagueFrom left: Among those who worked on the welcome center are James Freed, exhibit designer at James Freed Designs; Clinton Stockton, fabricator for John Murray Productions; Deborah Zierten, Save the Redwoods League education and interpretation manager; Gay Kraeger, illustrator for Wildways Illustrations; Elizabeth Hammack, League consultant and former California State Parks interpretive manager; and Jenny Rigby, director of the Acorn Group. Photo by Jennifer Charney, Save the Redwoods League
A floor-to-ceiling mural depicts the plants and animals that live around Waddell Creek, which flows near the Rancho del Oso Welcome Center. An interactive exhibit shows visitors what species they’ll find here in the spring, including stealthy great blue herons and colorful columbine flowers. Photo by Jennifer Charney, Save the Redwoods LeagueA floor-to-ceiling mural depicts the plants and animals that live around Waddell Creek, which flows near the Rancho del Oso Welcome Center. An interactive exhibit shows visitors what species they’ll find here in the spring, including stealthy great blue herons and colorful columbine flowers. Photo by Jennifer Charney, Save the Redwoods League

Redwoods Rising

California State Parks, National Park Service, and Save the Redwoods League teams and partners celebrate the five-year anniversary of Redwoods Rising. Photo by Max Forster, California State Parks.California State Parks, National Park Service, and Save the Redwoods League teams and partners celebrate the five-year anniversary of Redwoods Rising. Photo by Max Forster, California State Parks.
Event participants learn about Redwoods Rising forest restoration from Redwood National and State Parks Superintendent Steve Mietz. Photo by Max Forster, California State Parks.Event participants learn about Redwoods Rising forest restoration from Redwood National and State Parks Superintendent Steve Mietz. Photo by Max Forster, California State Parks.
Jason Teraoka, Redwood National and State Parks forester, discusses the benefits of Redwoods Rising on previously clear-cut, second-growth redwood forest ecosystems. Photo by Max Forster, California State Parks.Jason Teraoka, Redwood National and State Parks forester, discusses the benefits of Redwoods Rising on previously clear-cut, second-growth redwood forest ecosystems. Photo by Max Forster, California State Parks.
Save the Redwoods League, California State Parks, and National Park Service staff touring a Redwoods Rising restoration site in Redwood National and State Parks. Photo by Max ForsterSave the Redwoods League, California State Parks, and National Park Service staff touring a Redwoods Rising restoration site in Redwood National and State Parks. Photo by Max Forster
Two-thirds of Redwood National and State Parks (about 80,000 acres) were severely impacted by decades of commercial logging before being protected as public parkland. Photo credit: Dave Van de MarkTwo-thirds of Redwood National and State Parks (about 80,000 acres) were severely impacted by decades of commercial logging before being protected as public parkland. Photo credit: Dave Van de Mark
Two-thirds of Redwood National and State Parks (about 80,000 acres) were severely impacted by decades of commercial logging before being protected as public parkland. Today, much of the historically logged areas look like this densely-growing, second-growth forest. Photo credit: Lathrop Leonard, California State ParksTwo-thirds of Redwood National and State Parks (about 80,000 acres) were severely impacted by decades of commercial logging before being protected as public parkland. Today, much of the historically logged areas look like this densely-growing, second-growth forest. Photo credit: Lathrop Leonard, California State Parks
Two-thirds of Redwood National and State Parks (about 80,000 acres) were severely impacted by decades of commercial logging before being protected as public parkland. Today, much of the historically logged areas look like this densely-growing, second-growth forest. Photo credit: Lathrop Leonard, California State ParksTwo-thirds of Redwood National and State Parks (about 80,000 acres) were severely impacted by decades of commercial logging before being protected as public parkland. Today, much of the historically logged areas look like this densely-growing, second-growth forest. Photo credit: Lathrop Leonard, California State Parks
Redwood National and State Parks is home to both ancient, healthy old-growth forests (top) and dark, dense second-growth forests that have regrown in previously logged areas (bottom). Photo by Andrew Slack, Save the Redwoods LeagueRedwood National and State Parks is home to both ancient, healthy old-growth forests (top) and dark, dense second-growth forests that have regrown in previously logged areas (bottom). Photo by Andrew Slack, Save the Redwoods League
Redwood National and State Parks is home to 45 percent of the world’s remaining protected old-growth redwoods. Surrounding these ancient stands are thousands of acres that were severely impacted by decades of commercial logging. Photo credit: Eco-Ascension Research and ConsultingRedwood National and State Parks is home to 45 percent of the world’s remaining protected old-growth redwoods. Surrounding these ancient stands are thousands of acres that were severely impacted by decades of commercial logging. Photo credit: Eco-Ascension Research and Consulting
Old-growth coast redwoods in Prairie Creek Redwoods State Park, part of Redwood National and State Parks. Photo credit: Andrew Slack, Save the Redwoods LeagueOld-growth coast redwoods in Prairie Creek Redwoods State Park, part of Redwood National and State Parks. Photo credit: Andrew Slack, Save the Redwoods League
Old-growth coast redwoods along the Prairie Creek Trail in Redwood National and State Parks. Photo by S. Niehans, National Park ServiceOld-growth coast redwoods along the Prairie Creek Trail in Redwood National and State Parks. Photo by S. Niehans, National Park Service
Residual old-growth redwoods rise above a forest that was logged before the area in the Redwood Creek watershed became part of Redwood National and State Parks. Photo by Mike ShoysResidual old-growth redwoods rise above a forest that was logged before the area in the Redwood Creek watershed became part of Redwood National and State Parks. Photo by Mike Shoys
2019 Redwoods Rising Apprentices. Photo by Save the Redwoods League. Back Row (left to right): Samantha Pincus (Watershed Rehabilitation Apprentice), Christopher Villaruel (Exotics Management Apprentice), Steven Hopper (Watershed Rehabilitation Apprentice), Julia Martinez (Rare Plants Apprentice), Skylr Lopez (Rare Plants Apprentice), Laura Morgan (Rare Plant Botany Crew Lead, CSP), Ryan Thompson (Wildlife Apprentice), Henri Holbrook (Forestry Crew Lead, CSP), Christopher Collier (Wildlife Apprentice), Cameron Miller (Forestry Apprentice), Mae McLean (Rare Plant Botany Crew Lead, CSP), Caitlyn Allchin (Rare Plants Apprentice) Middle Row (left to right): Sarah McGee (Hydrology Apprentice), Ryann Howard (Forestry Apprentice), Lathrop Leonard (Forester I, CSP), Judson Fisher (Exotics Management Apprentice), Anton Bokisch (Watershed Rehabilitation Apprentice), Haley Isaacson (Watershed Rehabilitation Apprentice), Macy Budesilich (Rare Plants Apprentice), Front Row, (left to right): Dillon Martin (Forestry Apprentice), Walter Mackelburg (Hydrology Crew Lead, CSP), Caleb Van Rossum (Forestry Apprentice), Brett Crandall (Hydrology Apprentice), Matthew Morassutti (Redwoods Rising Fellow, League).2019 Redwoods Rising Apprentices. Photo by Save the Redwoods League. Back Row (left to right): Samantha Pincus (Watershed Rehabilitation Apprentice), Christopher Villaruel (Exotics Management Apprentice), Steven Hopper (Watershed Rehabilitation Apprentice), Julia Martinez (Rare Plants Apprentice), Skylr Lopez (Rare Plants Apprentice), Laura Morgan (Rare Plant Botany Crew Lead, CSP), Ryan Thompson (Wildlife Apprentice), Henri Holbrook (Forestry Crew Lead, CSP), Christopher Collier (Wildlife Apprentice), Cameron Miller (Forestry Apprentice), Mae McLean (Rare Plant Botany Crew Lead, CSP), Caitlyn Allchin (Rare Plants Apprentice) Middle Row (left to right): Sarah McGee (Hydrology Apprentice), Ryann Howard (Forestry Apprentice), Lathrop Leonard (Forester I, CSP), Judson Fisher (Exotics Management Apprentice), Anton Bokisch (Watershed Rehabilitation Apprentice), Haley Isaacson (Watershed Rehabilitation Apprentice), Macy Budesilich (Rare Plants Apprentice), Front Row, (left to right): Dillon Martin (Forestry Apprentice), Walter Mackelburg (Hydrology Crew Lead, CSP), Caleb Van Rossum (Forestry Apprentice), Brett Crandall (Hydrology Apprentice), Matthew Morassutti (Redwoods Rising Fellow, League).
Redwoods Rising restoration work. Photo by Andrew Slack, Save the Redwoods LeagueRedwoods Rising restoration work. Photo by Andrew Slack, Save the Redwoods League
Redwoods Rising restoration work. Photo by Andrew Slack, Save the Redwoods LeagueRedwoods Rising restoration work. Photo by Andrew Slack, Save the Redwoods League
Two panoramic photos comparing forest conditions between old growth (top) and an adjacent second growth (bottom) in Prairie Creek Redwoods State Park. The high stem density in the second growth makes it difficult for light to reach the forest floor, and the lush understory visible in the old growth is absent. Photo by Andrew Slack, Save the Redwoods LeagueTwo panoramic photos comparing forest conditions between old growth (top) and an adjacent second growth (bottom) in Prairie Creek Redwoods State Park. The high stem density in the second growth makes it difficult for light to reach the forest floor, and the lush understory visible in the old growth is absent. Photo by Andrew Slack, Save the Redwoods League
Two panoramic photos comparing conditions in an old growth forest(top) and a neighboring second growth forest(bottom) in Prairie Creek Redwoods State Park. Redwoods in the second growth forest suffer from high competition and lack the fully develop canopies seen in the old growth forest. The large multilayered canopy of an old growth redwood allows these trees to grow so large and provide critical habitat for wildlife. Photo by Andrew Slack, Save the Redwoods LeagueTwo panoramic photos comparing conditions in an old growth forest(top) and a neighboring second growth forest(bottom) in Prairie Creek Redwoods State Park. Redwoods in the second growth forest suffer from high competition and lack the fully develop canopies seen in the old growth forest. The large multilayered canopy of an old growth redwood allows these trees to grow so large and provide critical habitat for wildlife. Photo by Andrew Slack, Save the Redwoods League
Redwoods Rising restoration work. Photo by Andrew Slack, Save the Redwoods LeagueRedwoods Rising restoration work. Photo by Andrew Slack, Save the Redwoods League
A previously logged second growth forest in Redwood National Park. To restore this forest some of the trees will be cut to open up growing space for the remaining trees. This will allow the trees to recover full canopies, increase growth, and put the forest on a quicker path to old growth. Photo by Andrew Slack, Save the Redwoods LeagueA previously logged second growth forest in Redwood National Park. To restore this forest some of the trees will be cut to open up growing space for the remaining trees. This will allow the trees to recover full canopies, increase growth, and put the forest on a quicker path to old growth. Photo by Andrew Slack, Save the Redwoods League
Redwoods Rising restoration work. Photo by Andrew Slack, Save the Redwoods LeagueRedwoods Rising restoration work. Photo by Andrew Slack, Save the Redwoods League

Montgomery Woods Initiative

Weger Ranch

Save the Redwoods League has secured an opportunity to purchase a conservation easement on the 3,862-acre Weger Ranch. Weger Ranch shares a 1.25-mile border with Montgomery Woods State Natural Reserve. Photo by Max Forster (@maxforsterphotography) for Save the Redwoods League.Save the Redwoods League has secured an opportunity to purchase a conservation easement on the 3,862-acre Weger Ranch. Weger Ranch shares a 1.25-mile border with Montgomery Woods State Natural Reserve. Photo by Max Forster (@maxforsterphotography) for Save the Redwoods League.
Save the Redwoods League has secured an opportunity to purchase a conservation easement on the 3,862-acre Weger Ranch. Weger Ranch shares a 1.25-mile border with Montgomery Woods State Natural Reserve. Photo by Max Forster (@maxforsterphotography) for Save the Redwoods League.Save the Redwoods League has secured an opportunity to purchase a conservation easement on the 3,862-acre Weger Ranch. Weger Ranch shares a 1.25-mile border with Montgomery Woods State Natural Reserve. Photo by Max Forster (@maxforsterphotography) for Save the Redwoods League.
Save the Redwoods League has secured an opportunity to purchase a conservation easement on the 3,862-acre Weger Ranch. Weger Ranch shares a 1.25-mile border with Montgomery Woods State Natural Reserve. Photo by Max Forster (@maxforsterphotography) for Save the Redwoods League.Save the Redwoods League has secured an opportunity to purchase a conservation easement on the 3,862-acre Weger Ranch. Weger Ranch shares a 1.25-mile border with Montgomery Woods State Natural Reserve. Photo by Max Forster (@maxforsterphotography) for Save the Redwoods League.
Weger Ranch contains the headwaters of seven tributary streams, all of which drain into Big River, a critical coastal watershed for imperiled salmonid species. Photo by Max Forster (@maxforsterphotography) for Save the Redwoods League.Weger Ranch contains the headwaters of seven tributary streams, all of which drain into Big River, a critical coastal watershed for imperiled salmonid species. Photo by Max Forster (@maxforsterphotography) for Save the Redwoods League.
Weger Ranch contains a mix of coast redwood and Douglas-fir forest, with nearly 400 old-growth trees scattered throughout the property. Photo by Max Forster (@maxforsterphotography) for Save the Redwoods League.Weger Ranch contains a mix of coast redwood and Douglas-fir forest, with nearly 400 old-growth trees scattered throughout the property. Photo by Max Forster (@maxforsterphotography) for Save the Redwoods League.
Weger Ranch contains the headwaters of seven tributary streams, all of which drain into Big River, a critical coastal watershed for imperiled salmonid species. Photo by Max Forster (@maxforsterphotography) for Save the Redwoods League.Weger Ranch contains the headwaters of seven tributary streams, all of which drain into Big River, a critical coastal watershed for imperiled salmonid species. Photo by Max Forster (@maxforsterphotography) for Save the Redwoods League.
Weger Ranch contains a mix of coast redwood and Douglas-fir forest, with nearly 400 old-growth trees scattered throughout the property. Photo by Max Forster (@maxforsterphotography) for Save the Redwoods League.Weger Ranch contains a mix of coast redwood and Douglas-fir forest, with nearly 400 old-growth trees scattered throughout the property. Photo by Max Forster (@maxforsterphotography) for Save the Redwoods League.
Save the Redwoods League has secured an opportunity to purchase a conservation easement on the 3,862-acre Weger Ranch. The League must raise $1 million in private philanthropy in order to complete the purchase of the $14 million conservation easement and protect the ranch in perpetuity. Photo by Max Forster (@maxforsterphotography) for Save the Redwoods League.Save the Redwoods League has secured an opportunity to purchase a conservation easement on the 3,862-acre Weger Ranch. The League must raise $1 million in private philanthropy in order to complete the purchase of the $14 million conservation easement and protect the ranch in perpetuity. Photo by Max Forster (@maxforsterphotography) for Save the Redwoods League.
Weger Ranch contains a mix of coast redwood and Douglas-fir forest, with nearly 400 old-growth trees scattered throughout the property. Photo by Max Forster (@maxforsterphotography) for Save the Redwoods League.Weger Ranch contains a mix of coast redwood and Douglas-fir forest, with nearly 400 old-growth trees scattered throughout the property. Photo by Max Forster (@maxforsterphotography) for Save the Redwoods League.
Save the Redwoods League has secured an opportunity to purchase a conservation easement on the 3,862-acre Weger Ranch. Weger Ranch shares a 1.25-mile border with Montgomery Woods State Natural Reserve. Photo by Max Forster (@maxforsterphotography) for Save the Redwoods League.Save the Redwoods League has secured an opportunity to purchase a conservation easement on the 3,862-acre Weger Ranch. Weger Ranch shares a 1.25-mile border with Montgomery Woods State Natural Reserve. Photo by Max Forster (@maxforsterphotography) for Save the Redwoods League.
Save the Redwoods League has secured an opportunity to purchase a conservation easement on the 3,862-acre Weger Ranch. Weger Ranch shares a 1.25-mile border with Montgomery Woods State Natural Reserve. Photo by Max Forster (@maxforsterphotography) for Save the Redwoods League.Save the Redwoods League has secured an opportunity to purchase a conservation easement on the 3,862-acre Weger Ranch. Weger Ranch shares a 1.25-mile border with Montgomery Woods State Natural Reserve. Photo by Max Forster (@maxforsterphotography) for Save the Redwoods League.
Weger Ranch contains a mix of coast redwood and Douglas-fir forest, with nearly 400 old-growth trees scattered throughout the property. Photo by Max Forster (@maxforsterphotography) for Save the Redwoods League.Weger Ranch contains a mix of coast redwood and Douglas-fir forest, with nearly 400 old-growth trees scattered throughout the property. Photo by Max Forster (@maxforsterphotography) for Save the Redwoods League.
Weger Ranch contains a mix of coast redwood and Douglas-fir forest, with nearly 400 old-growth trees scattered throughout the property. Photo by Max Forster (@maxforsterphotography) for Save the Redwoods League.Weger Ranch contains a mix of coast redwood and Douglas-fir forest, with nearly 400 old-growth trees scattered throughout the property. Photo by Max Forster (@maxforsterphotography) for Save the Redwoods League.
Weger Ranch shares a 1.25-mile border with Montgomery Woods State Natural Reserve. Photo by Max Forster (@maxforsterphotography) for Save the Redwoods League.Weger Ranch shares a 1.25-mile border with Montgomery Woods State Natural Reserve. Photo by Max Forster (@maxforsterphotography) for Save the Redwoods League.
Weger Ranch contains a mix of coast redwood and Douglas-fir forest, with nearly 400 old-growth trees scattered throughout the property. Photo by Max Forster (@maxforsterphotography) for Save the Redwoods League.Weger Ranch contains a mix of coast redwood and Douglas-fir forest, with nearly 400 old-growth trees scattered throughout the property. Photo by Max Forster (@maxforsterphotography) for Save the Redwoods League.
Weger Ranch contains a mix of coast redwood and Douglas-fir forest, with nearly 400 old-growth trees scattered throughout the property. Photo by Max Forster (@maxforsterphotography) for Save the Redwoods League.Weger Ranch contains a mix of coast redwood and Douglas-fir forest, with nearly 400 old-growth trees scattered throughout the property. Photo by Max Forster (@maxforsterphotography) for Save the Redwoods League.
Save the Redwoods League has secured an opportunity to purchase a conservation easement on the 3,862-acre Weger Ranch. The League must raise $1 million in private philanthropy in order to complete the purchase of the $14 million conservation easement and protect the ranch in perpetuity. Photo by Max Forster (@maxforsterphotography) for Save the Redwoods League.Save the Redwoods League has secured an opportunity to purchase a conservation easement on the 3,862-acre Weger Ranch. The League must raise $1 million in private philanthropy in order to complete the purchase of the $14 million conservation easement and protect the ranch in perpetuity. Photo by Max Forster (@maxforsterphotography) for Save the Redwoods League.
Weger Ranch contains a mix of coast redwood and Douglas-fir forest, with nearly 400 old-growth trees scattered throughout the property. Photo by Max Forster (@maxforsterphotography) for Save the Redwoods League.Weger Ranch contains a mix of coast redwood and Douglas-fir forest, with nearly 400 old-growth trees scattered throughout the property. Photo by Max Forster (@maxforsterphotography) for Save the Redwoods League.
Save the Redwoods League has secured an opportunity to purchase a conservation easement on the 3,862-acre Weger Ranch. The League must raise $1 million in private philanthropy in order to complete the purchase of the $14 million conservation easement and protect the ranch in perpetuity. Photo by Max Forster (@maxforsterphotography) for Save the Redwoods League.Save the Redwoods League has secured an opportunity to purchase a conservation easement on the 3,862-acre Weger Ranch. The League must raise $1 million in private philanthropy in order to complete the purchase of the $14 million conservation easement and protect the ranch in perpetuity. Photo by Max Forster (@maxforsterphotography) for Save the Redwoods League.
Weger Ranch contains a mix of coast redwood and Douglas-fir forest, with nearly 400 old-growth trees scattered throughout the property. Photo by Max Forster (@maxforsterphotography) for Save the Redwoods League.Weger Ranch contains a mix of coast redwood and Douglas-fir forest, with nearly 400 old-growth trees scattered throughout the property. Photo by Max Forster (@maxforsterphotography) for Save the Redwoods League.
Weger Ranch contains a mix of coast redwood and Douglas-fir forest, with nearly 400 old-growth trees scattered throughout the property. Photo by Max Forster (@maxforsterphotography) for Save the Redwoods League.Weger Ranch contains a mix of coast redwood and Douglas-fir forest, with nearly 400 old-growth trees scattered throughout the property. Photo by Max Forster (@maxforsterphotography) for Save the Redwoods League.
Save the Redwoods League has secured an opportunity to purchase a conservation easement on the 3,862-acre Weger Ranch. Photo by Max Forster (@maxforsterphotography) for Save the Redwoods League.Save the Redwoods League has secured an opportunity to purchase a conservation easement on the 3,862-acre Weger Ranch. Photo by Max Forster (@maxforsterphotography) for Save the Redwoods League.
Save the Redwoods League has secured an opportunity to purchase a conservation easement on the 3,862-acre Weger Ranch. Weger Ranch shares a 1.25-mile border with Montgomery Woods State Natural Reserve. Photo by Max Forster (@maxforsterphotography) for Save the Redwoods League.Save the Redwoods League has secured an opportunity to purchase a conservation easement on the 3,862-acre Weger Ranch. Weger Ranch shares a 1.25-mile border with Montgomery Woods State Natural Reserve. Photo by Max Forster (@maxforsterphotography) for Save the Redwoods League.
Weger Ranch contains the headwaters of seven tributary streams, all of which drain into Big River, a critical coastal watershed for imperiled salmonid species. Photo by Max Forster (@maxforsterphotography) for Save the Redwoods League.Weger Ranch contains the headwaters of seven tributary streams, all of which drain into Big River, a critical coastal watershed for imperiled salmonid species. Photo by Max Forster (@maxforsterphotography) for Save the Redwoods League.
Weger Ranch contains a mix of coast redwood and Douglas-fir forest, with nearly 400 old-growth trees scattered throughout the property. Photo by Max Forster (@maxforsterphotography) for Save the Redwoods League.Weger Ranch contains a mix of coast redwood and Douglas-fir forest, with nearly 400 old-growth trees scattered throughout the property. Photo by Max Forster (@maxforsterphotography) for Save the Redwoods League.
Weger Ranch contains the headwaters of seven tributary streams, all of which drain into Big River, a critical coastal watershed for imperiled salmonid species. Photo by Max Forster (@maxforsterphotography) for Save the Redwoods League.Weger Ranch contains the headwaters of seven tributary streams, all of which drain into Big River, a critical coastal watershed for imperiled salmonid species. Photo by Max Forster (@maxforsterphotography) for Save the Redwoods League.
Weger Ranch contains a mix of coast redwood and Douglas-fir forest, with nearly 400 old-growth trees scattered throughout the property. Photo by Max Forster (@maxforsterphotography) for Save the Redwoods League.Weger Ranch contains a mix of coast redwood and Douglas-fir forest, with nearly 400 old-growth trees scattered throughout the property. Photo by Max Forster (@maxforsterphotography) for Save the Redwoods League.
Weger Ranch contains a mix of coast redwood and Douglas-fir forest, with nearly 400 old-growth trees scattered throughout the property. Photo by Max Forster (@maxforsterphotography) for Save the Redwoods League.Weger Ranch contains a mix of coast redwood and Douglas-fir forest, with nearly 400 old-growth trees scattered throughout the property. Photo by Max Forster (@maxforsterphotography) for Save the Redwoods League.
Save the Redwoods League has secured an opportunity to purchase a conservation easement on the 3,862-acre Weger Ranch. The League must raise $1 million in private philanthropy in order to complete the purchase of the $14 million conservation easement and protect the ranch in perpetuity. Photo by Max Forster (@maxforsterphotography) for Save the Redwoods League.Save the Redwoods League has secured an opportunity to purchase a conservation easement on the 3,862-acre Weger Ranch. The League must raise $1 million in private philanthropy in order to complete the purchase of the $14 million conservation easement and protect the ranch in perpetuity. Photo by Max Forster (@maxforsterphotography) for Save the Redwoods League.
Save the Redwoods League has secured an opportunity to purchase a conservation easement on the 3,862-acre Weger Ranch. Photo by Max Forster (@maxforsterphotography) for Save the Redwoods League. The League must raise $1 million in private philanthropy in order to complete the purchase of the $14 million conservation easement and protect Weger Ranch in perpetuity. Photo by Max Forster (@maxforsterphotography) for Save the Redwoods League.Save the Redwoods League has secured an opportunity to purchase a conservation easement on the 3,862-acre Weger Ranch. Photo by Max Forster (@maxforsterphotography) for Save the Redwoods League. The League must raise $1 million in private philanthropy in order to complete the purchase of the $14 million conservation easement and protect Weger Ranch in perpetuity. Photo by Max Forster (@maxforsterphotography) for Save the Redwoods League.
Weger Ranch contains the headwaters of seven tributary streams, all of which drain into Big River, a critical coastal watershed for imperiled salmonid species. Photo by Max Forster (@maxforsterphotography) for Save the Redwoods League.Weger Ranch contains the headwaters of seven tributary streams, all of which drain into Big River, a critical coastal watershed for imperiled salmonid species. Photo by Max Forster (@maxforsterphotography) for Save the Redwoods League.
Weger Ranch contains a mix of coast redwood and Douglas-fir forest, with nearly 400 old-growth trees scattered throughout the property. Photo by Max Forster (@maxforsterphotography) for Save the Redwoods League.Weger Ranch contains a mix of coast redwood and Douglas-fir forest, with nearly 400 old-growth trees scattered throughout the property. Photo by Max Forster (@maxforsterphotography) for Save the Redwoods League.
Save the Redwoods League has secured an opportunity to purchase a conservation easement on the 3,862-acre Weger Ranch. The League must raise $1 million in private philanthropy in order to complete the purchase of the $14 million conservation easement and protect the ranch in perpetuity. Photo by Max Forster (@maxforsterphotography) for Save the Redwoods League.Save the Redwoods League has secured an opportunity to purchase a conservation easement on the 3,862-acre Weger Ranch. The League must raise $1 million in private philanthropy in order to complete the purchase of the $14 million conservation easement and protect the ranch in perpetuity. Photo by Max Forster (@maxforsterphotography) for Save the Redwoods League.
Weger Ranch contains a mix of coast redwood and Douglas-fir forest, with nearly 400 old-growth trees scattered throughout the property. Photo by Max Forster (@maxforsterphotography) for Save the Redwoods League.Weger Ranch contains a mix of coast redwood and Douglas-fir forest, with nearly 400 old-growth trees scattered throughout the property. Photo by Max Forster (@maxforsterphotography) for Save the Redwoods League.
Weger Ranch contains a mix of coast redwood and Douglas-fir forest, with nearly 400 old-growth trees scattered throughout the property. Photo by Max Forster (@maxforsterphotography) for Save the Redwoods League.Weger Ranch contains a mix of coast redwood and Douglas-fir forest, with nearly 400 old-growth trees scattered throughout the property. Photo by Max Forster (@maxforsterphotography) for Save the Redwoods League.
Save the Redwoods League has secured an opportunity to purchase a conservation easement on the 3,862-acre Weger Ranch. The League must raise $1 million in private philanthropy in order to complete the purchase of the $14 million conservation easement and protect the ranch in perpetuity. Photo by Max Forster (@maxforsterphotography) for Save the Redwoods League.Save the Redwoods League has secured an opportunity to purchase a conservation easement on the 3,862-acre Weger Ranch. The League must raise $1 million in private philanthropy in order to complete the purchase of the $14 million conservation easement and protect the ranch in perpetuity. Photo by Max Forster (@maxforsterphotography) for Save the Redwoods League.
The League must raise $1 million in private philanthropy in order to complete the purchase of the $14 million conservation easement and protect Weger Ranch in perpetuity. Photo by Max Forster (@maxforsterphotography) for Save the Redwoods League.The League must raise $1 million in private philanthropy in order to complete the purchase of the $14 million conservation easement and protect Weger Ranch in perpetuity. Photo by Max Forster (@maxforsterphotography) for Save the Redwoods League.
The League must raise $1 million in private philanthropy in order to complete the purchase of the $14 million conservation easement and protect Weger Ranch in perpetuity. Photo by Max Forster (@maxforsterphotography) for Save the Redwoods League.The League must raise $1 million in private philanthropy in order to complete the purchase of the $14 million conservation easement and protect Weger Ranch in perpetuity. Photo by Max Forster (@maxforsterphotography) for Save the Redwoods League.
The League must raise $1 million in private philanthropy in order to complete the purchase of the $14 million conservation easement and protect Weger Ranch in perpetuity. Photo by Max Forster (@maxforsterphotography) for Save the Redwoods League.The League must raise $1 million in private philanthropy in order to complete the purchase of the $14 million conservation easement and protect Weger Ranch in perpetuity. Photo by Max Forster (@maxforsterphotography) for Save the Redwoods League.
Save the Redwoods League has secured an opportunity to purchase a conservation easement on the 3,862-acre Weger Ranch. Weger Ranch shares a 1.25-mile border with Montgomery Woods State Natural Reserve. Photo by Max Forster (@maxforsterphotography) for Save the Redwoods League.Save the Redwoods League has secured an opportunity to purchase a conservation easement on the 3,862-acre Weger Ranch. Weger Ranch shares a 1.25-mile border with Montgomery Woods State Natural Reserve. Photo by Max Forster (@maxforsterphotography) for Save the Redwoods League.
Save the Redwoods League has secured an opportunity to purchase a conservation easement on the 3,862-acre Weger Ranch. Weger Ranch shares a 1.25-mile border with Montgomery Woods State Natural Reserve. Photo by Max Forster (@maxforsterphotography) for Save the Redwoods League.Save the Redwoods League has secured an opportunity to purchase a conservation easement on the 3,862-acre Weger Ranch. Weger Ranch shares a 1.25-mile border with Montgomery Woods State Natural Reserve. Photo by Max Forster (@maxforsterphotography) for Save the Redwoods League.
Save the Redwoods League has secured an opportunity to purchase a conservation easement on the 3,862-acre Weger Ranch. Weger Ranch shares a 1.25-mile border with Montgomery Woods State Natural Reserve. Photo by Max Forster (@maxforsterphotography) for Save the Redwoods League.Save the Redwoods League has secured an opportunity to purchase a conservation easement on the 3,862-acre Weger Ranch. Weger Ranch shares a 1.25-mile border with Montgomery Woods State Natural Reserve. Photo by Max Forster (@maxforsterphotography) for Save the Redwoods League.

Atkins Place

Atkins Place is a 435-acre property with a coast redwood and mixed conifer forest and grassland in Mendocino County, California. Photo by Max Forster, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.Atkins Place is a 435-acre property with a coast redwood and mixed conifer forest and grassland in Mendocino County, California. Photo by Max Forster, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.
Atkins Place is adjacent to the pictured Montgomery Woods State Natural Reserve. Photo: Max Forster, @maxforsterphotographyAtkins Place is adjacent to the pictured Montgomery Woods State Natural Reserve. Photo: Max Forster, @maxforsterphotography
The view to the west from Atkins Place. Photo credit: Max Forster, @maxforsterphotographyThe view to the west from Atkins Place. Photo credit: Max Forster, @maxforsterphotography
A stunning view from Atkins Place. Photo credit: Max Forster, @maxforsterphotographyA stunning view from Atkins Place. Photo credit: Max Forster, @maxforsterphotography
A sea of redwoods and Douglas-firs surrounds Atkins Place. Photo: Max Forster, @maxforsterphotographyA sea of redwoods and Douglas-firs surrounds Atkins Place. Photo: Max Forster, @maxforsterphotography
Atkins Place features 335 acres of mixed coast redwood and Douglas-fir forest. Photo: Max Forster, @maxforsterphotographyAtkins Place features 335 acres of mixed coast redwood and Douglas-fir forest. Photo: Max Forster, @maxforsterphotography
Save the Redwoods League has purchased and protected 453-acre Atkins Place in Mendocino County. Photo by Max Forster for Save the Redwoods League.Save the Redwoods League has purchased and protected 453-acre Atkins Place in Mendocino County. Photo by Max Forster for Save the Redwoods League.

Montgomery Woods Parks Project

Montgomery Woods State Natural Reserve. Photo by Max Forster @maxforsterphotography, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.Montgomery Woods State Natural Reserve. Photo by Max Forster @maxforsterphotography, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.
Montgomery Woods State Natural Reserve. Photo by Max Forster @maxforsterphotography, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.Montgomery Woods State Natural Reserve. Photo by Max Forster @maxforsterphotography, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.
Montgomery Woods State Natural Reserve. Photo by Max Forster @maxforsterphotography, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.Montgomery Woods State Natural Reserve. Photo by Max Forster @maxforsterphotography, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.
Montgomery Woods State Natural Reserve. Photo by Max Forster @maxforsterphotography, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.Montgomery Woods State Natural Reserve. Photo by Max Forster @maxforsterphotography, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.
Montgomery Woods State Natural Reserve. Photo by Max Forster @maxforsterphotography, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.Montgomery Woods State Natural Reserve. Photo by Max Forster @maxforsterphotography, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.
Montgomery Woods State Natural Reserve. Photo by Max Forster @maxforsterphotography, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.Montgomery Woods State Natural Reserve. Photo by Max Forster @maxforsterphotography, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.
Montgomery Woods State Natural Reserve. Photo by Max Forster @maxforsterphotography, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.Montgomery Woods State Natural Reserve. Photo by Max Forster @maxforsterphotography, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.
Montgomery Woods State Natural Reserve. Photo by Max Forster @maxforsterphotography, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.Montgomery Woods State Natural Reserve. Photo by Max Forster @maxforsterphotography, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.
Montgomery Woods State Natural Reserve. Photo by Max Forster @maxforsterphotography, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.Montgomery Woods State Natural Reserve. Photo by Max Forster @maxforsterphotography, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.
Montgomery Woods State Natural Reserve. Photo by Max Forster @maxforsterphotography, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.Montgomery Woods State Natural Reserve. Photo by Max Forster @maxforsterphotography, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.
Montgomery Woods State Natural Reserve. Photo by Max Forster @maxforsterphotography, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.Montgomery Woods State Natural Reserve. Photo by Max Forster @maxforsterphotography, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.
Montgomery Woods State Natural Reserve. Photo by Max Forster @maxforsterphotography, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.Montgomery Woods State Natural Reserve. Photo by Max Forster @maxforsterphotography, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.
Montgomery Woods State Natural Reserve. Photo by Max Forster @maxforsterphotography, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.Montgomery Woods State Natural Reserve. Photo by Max Forster @maxforsterphotography, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.
Montgomery Woods State Natural Reserve. Photo by Max Forster @maxforsterphotography, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.Montgomery Woods State Natural Reserve. Photo by Max Forster @maxforsterphotography, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.
Montgomery Woods State Natural Reserve. Photo by Max Forster @maxforsterphotography, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.Montgomery Woods State Natural Reserve. Photo by Max Forster @maxforsterphotography, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.
Montgomery Woods State Natural Reserve. Photo by Max Forster @maxforsterphotography, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.Montgomery Woods State Natural Reserve. Photo by Max Forster @maxforsterphotography, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.
Montgomery Woods State Natural Reserve. Photo by Max Forster @maxforsterphotography, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.Montgomery Woods State Natural Reserve. Photo by Max Forster @maxforsterphotography, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.
Montgomery Woods State Natural Reserve. Photo by Max Forster @maxforsterphotography, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.Montgomery Woods State Natural Reserve. Photo by Max Forster @maxforsterphotography, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.
Montgomery Woods State Natural Reserve. Photo by Max Forster @maxforsterphotography, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.Montgomery Woods State Natural Reserve. Photo by Max Forster @maxforsterphotography, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.
Montgomery Woods State Natural Reserve. Photo by Max Forster @maxforsterphotography, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.Montgomery Woods State Natural Reserve. Photo by Max Forster @maxforsterphotography, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.
Montgomery Woods State Natural Reserve. Photo by Max Forster @maxforsterphotography, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.Montgomery Woods State Natural Reserve. Photo by Max Forster @maxforsterphotography, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.
Montgomery Woods State Natural Reserve. Photo by Max Forster @maxforsterphotography, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.Montgomery Woods State Natural Reserve. Photo by Max Forster @maxforsterphotography, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.
Montgomery Woods State Natural Reserve. Photo by Max Forster @maxforsterphotography, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.Montgomery Woods State Natural Reserve. Photo by Max Forster @maxforsterphotography, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.
Montgomery Woods State Natural Reserve. Photo by Max Forster @maxforsterphotography, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.Montgomery Woods State Natural Reserve. Photo by Max Forster @maxforsterphotography, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.
Montgomery Woods State Natural Reserve. Photo by Max Forster @maxforsterphotography, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.Montgomery Woods State Natural Reserve. Photo by Max Forster @maxforsterphotography, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.
Montgomery Woods State Natural Reserve. Photo by Max Forster @maxforsterphotography, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.Montgomery Woods State Natural Reserve. Photo by Max Forster @maxforsterphotography, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.
Montgomery Woods State Natural Reserve. Photo by Max Forster @maxforsterphotography, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.Montgomery Woods State Natural Reserve. Photo by Max Forster @maxforsterphotography, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.
Montgomery Woods State Natural Reserve. Photo by Max Forster @maxforsterphotography, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.Montgomery Woods State Natural Reserve. Photo by Max Forster @maxforsterphotography, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.
Montgomery Woods State Natural Reserve. Photo by Max Forster @maxforsterphotography, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.Montgomery Woods State Natural Reserve. Photo by Max Forster @maxforsterphotography, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.
Montgomery Woods State Natural Reserve. Photo by Max Forster @maxforsterphotography, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.Montgomery Woods State Natural Reserve. Photo by Max Forster @maxforsterphotography, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.
Montgomery Woods State Natural Reserve. Photo by Max Forster @maxforsterphotography, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.Montgomery Woods State Natural Reserve. Photo by Max Forster @maxforsterphotography, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.
Montgomery Woods State Natural Reserve. Photo by Max Forster @maxforsterphotography, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.Montgomery Woods State Natural Reserve. Photo by Max Forster @maxforsterphotography, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.
Montgomery Woods State Natural Reserve. Photo by Max Forster @maxforsterphotography, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.Montgomery Woods State Natural Reserve. Photo by Max Forster @maxforsterphotography, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.
Montgomery Woods State Natural Reserve. Photo by Max Forster @maxforsterphotography, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.Montgomery Woods State Natural Reserve. Photo by Max Forster @maxforsterphotography, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.
Montgomery Woods State Natural Reserve. Photo by Max Forster @maxforsterphotography, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.Montgomery Woods State Natural Reserve. Photo by Max Forster @maxforsterphotography, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.
Montgomery Woods State Natural Reserve. Photo by Max Forster @maxforsterphotography, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.Montgomery Woods State Natural Reserve. Photo by Max Forster @maxforsterphotography, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.
Montgomery Woods State Natural Reserve. Photo by Max Forster @maxforsterphotography, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.Montgomery Woods State Natural Reserve. Photo by Max Forster @maxforsterphotography, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.
Montgomery Woods State Natural Reserve. Photo by Max Forster @maxforsterphotography, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.Montgomery Woods State Natural Reserve. Photo by Max Forster @maxforsterphotography, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.
Montgomery Woods State Natural Reserve. Photo by Max Forster @maxforsterphotography, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.Montgomery Woods State Natural Reserve. Photo by Max Forster @maxforsterphotography, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.

Russian River Redwoods

The Clar Tree rises through the canopy on the Russian River Redwoods property. It is one of the oldest and tallest coast redwood trees in Sonoma County, California. Photo by Smith Robinson Multimedia.The Clar Tree rises through the canopy on the Russian River Redwoods property. It is one of the oldest and tallest coast redwood trees in Sonoma County, California. Photo by Smith Robinson Multimedia.
The Clar Tree is believed to be one of Sonoma County’s oldest and tallest trees. Vivian Chen, courtesy of Save the Redwoods LeagueThe Clar Tree is believed to be one of Sonoma County’s oldest and tallest trees. Vivian Chen, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League
This 394-acre coast redwood and Douglas-fir forest has approximately one mile of riverfront along the Russian River near Guerneville, California. Vivian Chen, courtesy of Save the Redwoods LeagueThis 394-acre coast redwood and Douglas-fir forest has approximately one mile of riverfront along the Russian River near Guerneville, California. Vivian Chen, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League
Save the Redwoods League staff admire the Clar Tree, the last remaining old-growth giant on the 394-acre Russian River Redwoods property. Vivian Chen, courtesy of Save the Redwoods LeagueSave the Redwoods League staff admire the Clar Tree, the last remaining old-growth giant on the 394-acre Russian River Redwoods property. Vivian Chen, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League
Save the Redwoods League staff on the 394-acre Russian River Redwoods property. Vivian Chen, courtesy of Save the Redwoods LeagueSave the Redwoods League staff on the 394-acre Russian River Redwoods property. Vivian Chen, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League
Coast redwoods growing from the roots of the ancient giants on the Russian River Redwoods property. Photo by Smith Robinson Multimedia.Coast redwoods growing from the roots of the ancient giants on the Russian River Redwoods property. Photo by Smith Robinson Multimedia.
Young redwoods grow directly from ancient stumps, renewing a genetic lineage that stretches across millennia at Russian River Redwoods. Photo by Smith Robinson MultimediaYoung redwoods grow directly from ancient stumps, renewing a genetic lineage that stretches across millennia at Russian River Redwoods. Photo by Smith Robinson Multimedia
Russian River RedwoodsRussian River Redwoods

Alder Creek Planting, May 2023

Alder Grove Tree Planting, May 2023. Crews planted over 50,000 native conifer seedlings in May 2023 to help restore Alder Creek Grove. By Smith Robinson Multimedia, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.Alder Grove Tree Planting, May 2023. Crews planted over 50,000 native conifer seedlings in May 2023 to help restore Alder Creek Grove. By Smith Robinson Multimedia, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.
Alder Grove Tree Planting, May 2023. In 2020 and 2021, nearly 20% of the largest giant sequoias were lost to wildfires rangewide. These wildfires were intensified by climate change and past fire suppression management. By Smith Robinson Multimedia, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.Alder Grove Tree Planting, May 2023. In 2020 and 2021, nearly 20% of the largest giant sequoias were lost to wildfires rangewide. These wildfires were intensified by climate change and past fire suppression management. By Smith Robinson Multimedia, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.
Alder Grove Tree Planting, May 2023. The 2020 SQF Complex Fire burned at such a high intensity in parts of Alder Creek Grove that 200 large large giant sequoias and their seeds were killed. Of that, 80 were lost on the Save the Redwoods League-owned property. By Smith Robinson Multimedia, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.Alder Grove Tree Planting, May 2023. The 2020 SQF Complex Fire burned at such a high intensity in parts of Alder Creek Grove that 200 large large giant sequoias and their seeds were killed. Of that, 80 were lost on the Save the Redwoods League-owned property. By Smith Robinson Multimedia, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.
Alder Grove Tree Planting, May 2023. Crews planted over 50,000 native conifer seedlings in May 2023 to help restore Alder Creek Grove. By Smith Robinson Multimedia, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.Alder Grove Tree Planting, May 2023. Crews planted over 50,000 native conifer seedlings in May 2023 to help restore Alder Creek Grove. By Smith Robinson Multimedia, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.
Alder Grove Tree Planting, May 2023. Crews planted over 50,000 native conifer seedlings in May 2023 to help restore Alder Creek Grove. By Smith Robinson Multimedia, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.Alder Grove Tree Planting, May 2023. Crews planted over 50,000 native conifer seedlings in May 2023 to help restore Alder Creek Grove. By Smith Robinson Multimedia, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.
Alder Grove Tree Planting, May 2023. The 2020 SQF Complex Fire burned at such a high intensity in parts of Alder Creek Grove that 200 large large giant sequoias and their seeds were killed. Of that, 80 were lost on the Save the Redwoods League-owned property. By Smith Robinson Multimedia, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.Alder Grove Tree Planting, May 2023. The 2020 SQF Complex Fire burned at such a high intensity in parts of Alder Creek Grove that 200 large large giant sequoias and their seeds were killed. Of that, 80 were lost on the Save the Redwoods League-owned property. By Smith Robinson Multimedia, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.
Alder Grove Tree Planting, May 2023. Crews planted over 50,000 native conifer seedlings in May 2023 to help restore Alder Creek Grove. By Smith Robinson Multimedia, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.Alder Grove Tree Planting, May 2023. Crews planted over 50,000 native conifer seedlings in May 2023 to help restore Alder Creek Grove. By Smith Robinson Multimedia, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.
Alder Grove Tree Planting, May 2023. The 2020 SQF Complex Fire burned at such a high intensity in parts of Alder Creek Grove that 200 large large giant sequoias and their seeds were killed. Of that, 80 were lost on the Save the Redwoods League-owned property. By Smith Robinson Multimedia, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.Alder Grove Tree Planting, May 2023. The 2020 SQF Complex Fire burned at such a high intensity in parts of Alder Creek Grove that 200 large large giant sequoias and their seeds were killed. Of that, 80 were lost on the Save the Redwoods League-owned property. By Smith Robinson Multimedia, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.

Giant Sequoia Land Coalition

National Park Service scientist hikes into Redwood Mountain Grove to look at post-fire effects on giant sequoias. Photo by Daniel Jeffcoach, National Park ServiceNational Park Service scientist hikes into Redwood Mountain Grove to look at post-fire effects on giant sequoias. Photo by Daniel Jeffcoach, National Park Service
Pile burning at Alder Creek Grove in 2022 to reduce fuel, part of a larger project to restore areas that were impacted by the SQF Complex fires. Photo by Noam Knopf-Boyer, FRST Corp, courtesy of Save the Redwoods LeaguePile burning at Alder Creek Grove in 2022 to reduce fuel, part of a larger project to restore areas that were impacted by the SQF Complex fires. Photo by Noam Knopf-Boyer, FRST Corp, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League
Pile burning in Whitaker’s Research Forest within Redwood Mountain Grove. Photo by Rob York, University of California, BerkeleyPile burning in Whitaker’s Research Forest within Redwood Mountain Grove. Photo by Rob York, University of California, Berkeley
Pile burning in Whitaker’s Research Forest within Redwood Mountain Grove. Photo by Rob York, University of California, BerkeleyPile burning in Whitaker’s Research Forest within Redwood Mountain Grove. Photo by Rob York, University of California, Berkeley
Forest restoration crews remove and pile fuels in Long Meadow Grove in Giant Sequoia National Monument. Photo by Save the Redwoods LeagueForest restoration crews remove and pile fuels in Long Meadow Grove in Giant Sequoia National Monument. Photo by Save the Redwoods League
A flag stands beside a giant sequoia seedling, one of more than 248,000 native conifer seedlings that were planted by the Giant Sequoia Lands Coalition in 2022. Photo by Save the Redwoods LeagueA flag stands beside a giant sequoia seedling, one of more than 248,000 native conifer seedlings that were planted by the Giant Sequoia Lands Coalition in 2022. Photo by Save the Redwoods League
A giant sequoia tree that died from intense wildfire in the 2020 SQF Complex fires. Photo by Save the Redwoods LeagueA giant sequoia tree that died from intense wildfire in the 2020 SQF Complex fires. Photo by Save the Redwoods League
Prescribed burning in Calaveras Big Trees State Park in May 2022. Photo by Smith Robinson Multimedia, courtesy of Save the Redwoods LeaguePrescribed burning in Calaveras Big Trees State Park in May 2022. Photo by Smith Robinson Multimedia, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League
Prescribed burning in Calaveras Big Trees State Park in May 2022. Photo by Save the Redwoods LeaguePrescribed burning in Calaveras Big Trees State Park in May 2022. Photo by Save the Redwoods League

Bennett Juniper

Bennett Juniper, the largest known juniper tree in the world, is estimated to be more than 3,000 years old. Photo courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.Bennett Juniper, the largest known juniper tree in the world, is estimated to be more than 3,000 years old. Photo courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.
Bennett Juniper, the largest known juniper tree in the world, is estimated to be more than 3,000 years old. Photo courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.Bennett Juniper, the largest known juniper tree in the world, is estimated to be more than 3,000 years old. Photo courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.
Bennett Juniper, the largest known juniper tree in the world, is estimated to be more than 3,000 years old. Photo courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.Bennett Juniper, the largest known juniper tree in the world, is estimated to be more than 3,000 years old. Photo courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.

USDA Forest Service Stewardship Partnership Agreement

Sierra Stewardship Manager Tim Borden observing conditions in Long Meadow Grove. Photo: Ben Blom for Save the Redwoods LeagueSierra Stewardship Manager Tim Borden observing conditions in Long Meadow Grove. Photo: Ben Blom for Save the Redwoods League
Representatives from Save the Redwoods League and the Sequoia National Forest hike through a portion of Long Meadow Grove in the Giant Sequoia National Monument to assess opportunities for shared restoration work. Despite the recent 2021 Windy Fire, large portions of this grove continue to be at risk from high-severity wildfire and drought. Photo: Ben Blom for Save the Redwoods LeagueRepresentatives from Save the Redwoods League and the Sequoia National Forest hike through a portion of Long Meadow Grove in the Giant Sequoia National Monument to assess opportunities for shared restoration work. Despite the recent 2021 Windy Fire, large portions of this grove continue to be at risk from high-severity wildfire and drought. Photo: Ben Blom for Save the Redwoods League
Representatives from Save the Redwoods League and the Sequoia National Forest discussing restoration treatments in Long Meadow Grove. Photo: Ben Blom for Save the Redwoods LeagueRepresentatives from Save the Redwoods League and the Sequoia National Forest discussing restoration treatments in Long Meadow Grove. Photo: Ben Blom for Save the Redwoods League
A view of a moderate severity portion of Long Meadow Grove with dense standing dead trees from the Windy Fire. Photo: Ben Blom for Save the Redwoods LeagueA view of a moderate severity portion of Long Meadow Grove with dense standing dead trees from the Windy Fire. Photo: Ben Blom for Save the Redwoods League
A monarch giant sequoia in Long Meadow Grove with standing dead trees that could act as ladder fuels in a wildfire. Photo: Ben Blom for Save the Redwoods LeagueA monarch giant sequoia in Long Meadow Grove with standing dead trees that could act as ladder fuels in a wildfire. Photo: Ben Blom for Save the Redwoods League

League Experts

Adrianna Andreucci, land protection manager for Save the Redwoods LeagueAdrianna Andreucci, land protection manager for Save the Redwoods League
Ben Blom, director of stewardship and restoration at Save the Redwoods LeagueBen Blom, director of stewardship and restoration at Save the Redwoods League
Tim Borden, sequoia restoration and stewardship manager for Save the Redwoods LeagueTim Borden, sequoia restoration and stewardship manager for Save the Redwoods League
Becky Bremser, director of land protection for Save the Redwoods LeagueBecky Bremser, director of land protection for Save the Redwoods League
Jessica Carter, director of parks and public engagement for Save the Redwoods LeagueJessica Carter, director of parks and public engagement for Save the Redwoods League
Anthony Castaños, land stewardship manager of Save the Redwoods LeagueAnthony Castaños, land stewardship manager of Save the Redwoods League
Catherine Elliott, senior manager of land protection at Save the Redwoods League.Catherine Elliott, senior manager of land protection at Save the Redwoods League.
Linnea Hardlund, Giant Sequoia Forest Fellow at Save the Redwoods LeagueLinnea Hardlund, Giant Sequoia Forest Fellow at Save the Redwoods League
Mitchell Hayes, partnership manager at Save the Redwoods LeagueMitchell Hayes, partnership manager at Save the Redwoods League
Sam Hodder, president & chief executive officer of Save the Redwoods League.Sam Hodder, president & chief executive officer of Save the Redwoods League.
Laura Lalemand, senior scientist at Save the Redwoods LeagueLaura Lalemand, senior scientist at Save the Redwoods League
Joanna Nelson, director of science and conservation planning at Save the Redwoods LeagueJoanna Nelson, director of science and conservation planning at Save the Redwoods League
Leslie Parra, outreach program manager at Save the Redwoods LeagueLeslie Parra, outreach program manager at Save the Redwoods League
Paul Ringgold, chief program officer at Save the Redwoods League.Paul Ringgold, chief program officer at Save the Redwoods League.
Spencer Stiff, Redwoods Rising field operations manager at Save the Redwoods LeagueSpencer Stiff, Redwoods Rising field operations manager at Save the Redwoods League
Jennifer Tapken, chief operating officer at Save the Redwoods League. Photo by Gina Logan PhotographyJennifer Tapken, chief operating officer at Save the Redwoods League. Photo by Gina Logan Photography
Deborah Zierten, education and interpretation manager at Save the Redwoods LeagueDeborah Zierten, education and interpretation manager at Save the Redwoods League

Wildfire Emergency in the Giant Sequoias

Calaveras Big Trees State Park. Photo by Smith Robinson, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.Calaveras Big Trees State Park. Photo by Smith Robinson, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.
Calaveras Big Trees State Park. Photo by Smith Robinson, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.Calaveras Big Trees State Park. Photo by Smith Robinson, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.
Calaveras Big Trees State Park. Photo by Smith Robinson, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.Calaveras Big Trees State Park. Photo by Smith Robinson, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.
Calaveras Big Trees State Park. Photo by Smith Robinson, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.Calaveras Big Trees State Park. Photo by Smith Robinson, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.
Calaveras Big Trees State Park. Photo by Smith Robinson, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.Calaveras Big Trees State Park. Photo by Smith Robinson, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.
Calaveras Big Trees State Park. Photo by Smith Robinson, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.Calaveras Big Trees State Park. Photo by Smith Robinson, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.
Calaveras Big Trees State Park. Photo by Smith Robinson, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.Calaveras Big Trees State Park. Photo by Smith Robinson, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.
Calaveras Big Trees State Park. Photo by Smith Robinson, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.Calaveras Big Trees State Park. Photo by Smith Robinson, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.
Calaveras Big Trees State Park. Photo by Smith Robinson, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.Calaveras Big Trees State Park. Photo by Smith Robinson, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.
Calaveras Big Trees State Park. Photo by Smith Robinson, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.Calaveras Big Trees State Park. Photo by Smith Robinson, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.
Calaveras Big Trees State Park. Photo by Smith Robinson, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.Calaveras Big Trees State Park. Photo by Smith Robinson, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.
Calaveras Big Trees State Park. Photo by Smith Robinson, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.Calaveras Big Trees State Park. Photo by Smith Robinson, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.
Calaveras Big Trees State Park. Photo by Smith Robinson, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.Calaveras Big Trees State Park. Photo by Smith Robinson, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.
Calaveras Big Trees State Park. Photo by Smith Robinson, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.Calaveras Big Trees State Park. Photo by Smith Robinson, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.
Calaveras Big Trees State Park. Photo by Smith Robinson, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.Calaveras Big Trees State Park. Photo by Smith Robinson, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.
Calaveras Big Trees State Park. Photo by Smith Robinson, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.Calaveras Big Trees State Park. Photo by Smith Robinson, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.
Calaveras Big Trees State Park. Photo by Smith Robinson, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.Calaveras Big Trees State Park. Photo by Smith Robinson, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.
Calaveras Big Trees State Park. Photo by Smith Robinson, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.Calaveras Big Trees State Park. Photo by Smith Robinson, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.
Calaveras Big Trees State Park. Photo by Smith Robinson, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.Calaveras Big Trees State Park. Photo by Smith Robinson, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.
Calaveras Big Trees State Park. Photo by Smith Robinson, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.Calaveras Big Trees State Park. Photo by Smith Robinson, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.

Tc’ih-Léh-Dûñ

Formerly Andersonia West

Hawk Rosales, former executive director of the InterTribal Sinkyone Wilderness Council, stands with a large redwood tree in Tc’ih-Léh-Dûñ. Photo by Paul Robert Wolf Wilson, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.Hawk Rosales, former executive director of the InterTribal Sinkyone Wilderness Council, stands with a large redwood tree in Tc’ih-Léh-Dûñ. Photo by Paul Robert Wolf Wilson, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.
The creek in Tc’ih-Léh-Dûñ is a Class I fish-bearing stream that provides habitat for endangered coho salmon and threatened steelhead trout. Photo by Paul Robert Wolf Wilson, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.The creek in Tc’ih-Léh-Dûñ is a Class I fish-bearing stream that provides habitat for endangered coho salmon and threatened steelhead trout. Photo by Paul Robert Wolf Wilson, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.
Red elderberry in Tc’ih-Léh-Dûñ. Photo by Paul Robert Wolf Wilson, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.Red elderberry in Tc’ih-Léh-Dûñ. Photo by Paul Robert Wolf Wilson, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.
Trametes versicolor, also known as turkey tail. Photo by Paul Robert Wolf Wilson, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.Trametes versicolor, also known as turkey tail. Photo by Paul Robert Wolf Wilson, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.
Hawk Rosales (left), former executive director, and Jaime Boggs (right), board member of the InterTribal Sinkyone Wilderness Council, stand along the creek in Tc’ih-Léh-Dûñ. Photo by Paul Robert Wolf Wilson, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.Hawk Rosales (left), former executive director, and Jaime Boggs (right), board member of the InterTribal Sinkyone Wilderness Council, stand along the creek in Tc’ih-Léh-Dûñ. Photo by Paul Robert Wolf Wilson, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.
The InterTribal Sinkyone Wilderness Council has renamed the place Tc’ih-Léh-Dûñ in the Sinkyone language; the name translates to Fish Run Place. Photo by Paul Robert Wolf Wilson, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.The InterTribal Sinkyone Wilderness Council has renamed the place Tc’ih-Léh-Dûñ in the Sinkyone language; the name translates to Fish Run Place. Photo by Paul Robert Wolf Wilson, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.
Redwood and tanoak trees are both culturally significant to Sinkyone People. Photo by Paul Robert Wolf Wilson, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.Redwood and tanoak trees are both culturally significant to Sinkyone People. Photo by Paul Robert Wolf Wilson, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.
Tc’ih-Léh-Dûñ is a 523-acre property, now owned by the InterTribal Sinkyone Wilderness Council, located on California’s Lost Coast in northern Mendocino County. Photo by Max Forster, @maxforsterphotography. Courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.Tc’ih-Léh-Dûñ is a 523-acre property, now owned by the InterTribal Sinkyone Wilderness Council, located on California’s Lost Coast in northern Mendocino County. Photo by Max Forster, @maxforsterphotography. Courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.
Western swordfern at the base of a coast redwood tree in Tc’ih-Léh-Dûñ. Photo by Max Forster (@maxforsterphotography), courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.Western swordfern at the base of a coast redwood tree in Tc’ih-Léh-Dûñ. Photo by Max Forster (@maxforsterphotography), courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.
Dominated by old-growth and large second-growth coast redwoods, Tc’ih-Léh-Dûñ also consists of Douglas-fir, tanoaks, and Pacific madrones. Photo by Max Forster (@maxforsterphotography), courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.Dominated by old-growth and large second-growth coast redwoods, Tc’ih-Léh-Dûñ also consists of Douglas-fir, tanoaks, and Pacific madrones. Photo by Max Forster (@maxforsterphotography), courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.
The second-growth trees exhibit late-seral characteristics, such as complex crowns and furrowed bark, indicating that they are developing into healthy old-growth trees. Photo by Max Forster (@maxforsterphotography), courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.The second-growth trees exhibit late-seral characteristics, such as complex crowns and furrowed bark, indicating that they are developing into healthy old-growth trees. Photo by Max Forster (@maxforsterphotography), courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.
Tc’ih-Léh-Dûñ, 523 acres of forestland donated to the InterTribal Sinkyone Wilderness Council. Photo by Max Forster (@maxforsterphotography), courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.Tc’ih-Léh-Dûñ, 523 acres of forestland donated to the InterTribal Sinkyone Wilderness Council. Photo by Max Forster (@maxforsterphotography), courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.
Save the Redwoods League holds a conservation easement for Tc’ih-Léh-Dûñ and will steward the property in partnership with the InterTribal Sinkyone Wilderness Council. Photo by Max Forster (@maxforsterphotography), courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.Save the Redwoods League holds a conservation easement for Tc’ih-Léh-Dûñ and will steward the property in partnership with the InterTribal Sinkyone Wilderness Council. Photo by Max Forster (@maxforsterphotography), courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.
Tc’ih-Léh-Dûñ provides habitat for threatened northern spotted owls and endangered marbled murrelets. Photo by Max Forster (@maxforsterphotography), courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.Tc’ih-Léh-Dûñ provides habitat for threatened northern spotted owls and endangered marbled murrelets. Photo by Max Forster (@maxforsterphotography), courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.
A banana slug in Tc’ih-Léh-Dûñ. Photo by Max Forster (@maxforsterphotography), courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.A banana slug in Tc’ih-Léh-Dûñ. Photo by Max Forster (@maxforsterphotography), courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.
Gazing up at a tall coast redwood tree in Tc’ih-Léh-Dûñ. Photo by Max Forster (@maxforsterphotography), courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.Gazing up at a tall coast redwood tree in Tc’ih-Léh-Dûñ. Photo by Max Forster (@maxforsterphotography), courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.
Tc’ih-Léh-Dûñ is a 523-acre property, now owned by the InterTribal Sinkyone Wilderness Council, located on California’s Lost Coast in northern Mendocino County. Photo by Max Forster (@maxforsterphotography), courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.Tc’ih-Léh-Dûñ is a 523-acre property, now owned by the InterTribal Sinkyone Wilderness Council, located on California’s Lost Coast in northern Mendocino County. Photo by Max Forster (@maxforsterphotography), courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.
Fungus growing on a log in Tc’ih-Léh-Dûñ. Photo by Max Forster (@maxforsterphotography), courtesy of Save the Redwoods LeagueFungus growing on a log in Tc’ih-Léh-Dûñ. Photo by Max Forster (@maxforsterphotography), courtesy of Save the Redwoods League
The 523-acre Tc’ih-Léh-Dûñ property contains 200 acres of old-growth coast redwoods and imperiled species habitat. Photo by Alex Herr, NCRM Inc.The 523-acre Tc’ih-Léh-Dûñ property contains 200 acres of old-growth coast redwoods and imperiled species habitat. Photo by Alex Herr, NCRM Inc.
Tc’ih-Léh-Dûñ is a 523-acre property, now owned by the InterTribal Sinkyone Wilderness Council, located on California’s Lost Coast in northern Mendocino County. Photo by Max Forster (@maxforsterphotography), courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.Tc’ih-Léh-Dûñ is a 523-acre property, now owned by the InterTribal Sinkyone Wilderness Council, located on California’s Lost Coast in northern Mendocino County. Photo by Max Forster (@maxforsterphotography), courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.
Save the Redwoods League protected Tc’ih-Léh-Dûñ and its 200 acres of old-growth coast redwoods and imperiled species habitat, then donated it to be stewarded by the InterTribal Sinkyone Wilderness Council. Photo by Alex Herr, NCRM Inc.Save the Redwoods League protected Tc’ih-Léh-Dûñ and its 200 acres of old-growth coast redwoods and imperiled species habitat, then donated it to be stewarded by the InterTribal Sinkyone Wilderness Council. Photo by Alex Herr, NCRM Inc.
The 523-acre Tc’ih-Léh-Dûñ property contains 200 acres of old-growth coast redwoods and imperiled species habitat. Photo by Alex Herr, NCRM Inc.The 523-acre Tc’ih-Léh-Dûñ property contains 200 acres of old-growth coast redwoods and imperiled species habitat. Photo by Alex Herr, NCRM Inc.
Tc’ih-Léh-Dûñ is a critical wildlife corridor, providing stream habitat for coho salmon and steelhead trout. Photo by Alex Herr, NCRM Inc.Tc’ih-Léh-Dûñ is a critical wildlife corridor, providing stream habitat for coho salmon and steelhead trout. Photo by Alex Herr, NCRM Inc.
Tc’ih-Léh-Dûñ is a critical wildlife corridor, providing stream habitat for coho salmon and steelhead trout. Photo by Alex Herr, NCRM Inc.Tc’ih-Léh-Dûñ is a critical wildlife corridor, providing stream habitat for coho salmon and steelhead trout. Photo by Alex Herr, NCRM Inc.
The 523-acre Tc’ih-Léh-Dûñ property contains 200 acres of old-growth coast redwoods and imperiled species habitat. Photo by Alex Herr, NCRM Inc.The 523-acre Tc’ih-Léh-Dûñ property contains 200 acres of old-growth coast redwoods and imperiled species habitat. Photo by Alex Herr, NCRM Inc.
The 523-acre Tc’ih-Léh-Dûñ property contains 200 acres of old-growth coast redwoods and imperiled species habitat. Photo by Alex Herr, NCRM Inc.The 523-acre Tc’ih-Léh-Dûñ property contains 200 acres of old-growth coast redwoods and imperiled species habitat. Photo by Alex Herr, NCRM Inc.
Summer flowers on the Andersonia West property. Photo by Alex Herr, NCRM Inc.Summer flowers on the Andersonia West property. Photo by Alex Herr, NCRM Inc.
Summer flowers on Tc’ih-Léh-Dûñ. Photo by Alex Herr, NCRM Inc.Summer flowers on Tc’ih-Léh-Dûñ. Photo by Alex Herr, NCRM Inc.
A banana slug on Tc’ih-Léh-Dûñ. Photo by Alex Herr, NCRM Inc.A banana slug on Tc’ih-Léh-Dûñ. Photo by Alex Herr, NCRM Inc.
The 523-acre Tc’ih-Léh-Dûñ property contains 200 acres of old-growth coast redwoods and imperiled species habitat. Photo by Alex Herr, NCRM Inc.The 523-acre Tc’ih-Léh-Dûñ property contains 200 acres of old-growth coast redwoods and imperiled species habitat. Photo by Alex Herr, NCRM Inc.
A burn scar on the trunk of a coast redwood tree on Tc’ih-Léh-Dûñ. Photo by Alex Herr, NCRM Inc.A burn scar on the trunk of a coast redwood tree on Tc’ih-Léh-Dûñ. Photo by Alex Herr, NCRM Inc.
Tc’ih-Léh-Dûñ is a critical wildlife corridor, providing stream habitat for coho salmon and steelhead trout. Photo by Alex Herr, NCRM Inc.Tc’ih-Léh-Dûñ is a critical wildlife corridor, providing stream habitat for coho salmon and steelhead trout. Photo by Alex Herr, NCRM Inc.

Lost Coast Redwoods

The Lost Coast Redwoods property spans 5 miles of California coastline near Rockport, California. Photo by Max Whittaker, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.The Lost Coast Redwoods property spans 5 miles of California coastline near Rockport, California. Photo by Max Whittaker, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.
President and CEO of Save the Redwoods League Sam Hodder tours the Lost Coast Redwoods property near Rockport, CA on December 3, 2021. Save the Redwoods League will steward Lost Coast Redwoods and allow it to develop old-growth characteristics. Photo by Max Whittaker, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.President and CEO of Save the Redwoods League Sam Hodder tours the Lost Coast Redwoods property near Rockport, CA on December 3, 2021. Save the Redwoods League will steward Lost Coast Redwoods and allow it to develop old-growth characteristics. Photo by Max Whittaker, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.
Roosevelt elk at the Lost Coast Redwoods property. Photo by Max Whittaker, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.Roosevelt elk at the Lost Coast Redwoods property. Photo by Max Whittaker, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.
The creeks in Lost Coast Redwoods provide healthy habitat for coho salmon and steelhead trout. Photo by Max Whittaker, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.The creeks in Lost Coast Redwoods provide healthy habitat for coho salmon and steelhead trout. Photo by Max Whittaker, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.
Estelle Clifton, registered professional forester and botanist with North Coast Resource Management (NCRM), hikes on the Lost Coast Redwoods property near Rockport, California on December 2, 2021. Photo by Max Whittaker, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.Estelle Clifton, registered professional forester and botanist with North Coast Resource Management (NCRM), hikes on the Lost Coast Redwoods property near Rockport, California on December 2, 2021. Photo by Max Whittaker, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.
Estelle Clifton, registered professional forester and botanist with North Coast Resource Management (NCRM) stares up into the canopy as she stands in front of a coast redwood tree on the Lost Coast Redwoods property. Photo by Max Whittaker, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.Estelle Clifton, registered professional forester and botanist with North Coast Resource Management (NCRM) stares up into the canopy as she stands in front of a coast redwood tree on the Lost Coast Redwoods property. Photo by Max Whittaker, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.
Redwood sorrel in Lost Coast Redwoods. Photo by Max Whittaker, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.Redwood sorrel in Lost Coast Redwoods. Photo by Max Whittaker, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.
The rugged cliffs and rocky shores of the Lost Coast Redwoods property in Mendocino County. Save the Redwoods League recently secured an opportunity to protect the 3,100-acre Lost Coast Redwoods property with thousands of acres of coast redwoods and 5 miles of Northern California coastline. Photo by Max Whittaker, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.The rugged cliffs and rocky shores of the Lost Coast Redwoods property in Mendocino County. Save the Redwoods League recently secured an opportunity to protect the 3,100-acre Lost Coast Redwoods property with thousands of acres of coast redwoods and 5 miles of Northern California coastline. Photo by Max Whittaker, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.
Lost Coast Redwoods has 2,250 acres of second-growth redwood forest that, when protected, will be able to grow old again. Photo by Max Whittaker, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.Lost Coast Redwoods has 2,250 acres of second-growth redwood forest that, when protected, will be able to grow old again. Photo by Max Whittaker, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.
The Lost Coast Redwoods property is home to black-tailed deer, Roosevelt elk and mountain lions. There’s also suitable habitat for northern spotted owl, marbled murrelet and Pacific fisher — all of which are listed under the Endangered Species Act. Photo by Max Whittaker, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.The Lost Coast Redwoods property is home to black-tailed deer, Roosevelt elk and mountain lions. There’s also suitable habitat for northern spotted owl, marbled murrelet and Pacific fisher — all of which are listed under the Endangered Species Act. Photo by Max Whittaker, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.
Lost Coast Redwoods could provide tribal communities and visitors access to a stretch of the California coast that has been privately owned and inaccessible for more than a century. Photo by Max Whittaker, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.Lost Coast Redwoods could provide tribal communities and visitors access to a stretch of the California coast that has been privately owned and inaccessible for more than a century. Photo by Max Whittaker, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.
Lost Coast Redwoods can become a magical coastal redwood destination for all people. Photo by Max Whittaker, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.Lost Coast Redwoods can become a magical coastal redwood destination for all people. Photo by Max Whittaker, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.
A psychedelic sunset at Lost Coast Redwoods. Photo by Max Whittaker, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.A psychedelic sunset at Lost Coast Redwoods. Photo by Max Whittaker, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.
Save the Redwoods League President and CEO Sam Hodder (left) and North Coast Resource Management (NCRM) Vice President Todd McMahon (right) tour the Lost Coast Redwoods property on December 3, 2021. When protected, the second-growth coast redwood forest in Lost Coast Redwoods will be able to grow old again, all the while storing carbon to help fight climate change in California. This forest benefits the land, wildlife, and people in so many ways. Photo by Max Whittaker, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.Save the Redwoods League President and CEO Sam Hodder (left) and North Coast Resource Management (NCRM) Vice President Todd McMahon (right) tour the Lost Coast Redwoods property on December 3, 2021. When protected, the second-growth coast redwood forest in Lost Coast Redwoods will be able to grow old again, all the while storing carbon to help fight climate change in California. This forest benefits the land, wildlife, and people in so many ways. Photo by Max Whittaker, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.
Save the Redwoods League CEO Sam Hodder tours The Lost Coast Redwoods property near Rockport, California on December 3, 2021. Photo by Max Whittaker, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.Save the Redwoods League CEO Sam Hodder tours The Lost Coast Redwoods property near Rockport, California on December 3, 2021. Photo by Max Whittaker, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.
Save the Redwoods League president and CEO Sam Hodder stands beneath a majestic old redwood in Lost Coast Redwoods. Photo by Max Whittaker, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.Save the Redwoods League president and CEO Sam Hodder stands beneath a majestic old redwood in Lost Coast Redwoods. Photo by Max Whittaker, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.
Save the Redwoods League will steward Lost Coast Redwoods and allow it to develop old-growth characteristics. Photo by Max Whittaker, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.Save the Redwoods League will steward Lost Coast Redwoods and allow it to develop old-growth characteristics. Photo by Max Whittaker, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.
A misty morning at Lost Coast Redwoods in northern Mendocino County. Coast redwoods drink water from the fog that rolls in off of the Pacific Ocean. Photo by Max Whittaker, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.A misty morning at Lost Coast Redwoods in northern Mendocino County. Coast redwoods drink water from the fog that rolls in off of the Pacific Ocean. Photo by Max Whittaker, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.
Lost Coast Redwoods includes secluded beaches along a Marine Protected Area. Photo by Max Whittaker, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.Lost Coast Redwoods includes secluded beaches along a Marine Protected Area. Photo by Max Whittaker, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.
The Lost Coast Redwoods property contains more than 2,250 acres of threatened coast redwoods and spans 5 miles of undeveloped Northern California coastline. Photo by Max Whittaker, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.The Lost Coast Redwoods property contains more than 2,250 acres of threatened coast redwoods and spans 5 miles of undeveloped Northern California coastline. Photo by Max Whittaker, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.
Becky Bremser, director of land protection for Save the Redwoods League tours the 3,100-acre Lost Coast Redwoods property near Rockport, California on December 3, 2021. Photo by Max Whittaker, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.Becky Bremser, director of land protection for Save the Redwoods League tours the 3,100-acre Lost Coast Redwoods property near Rockport, California on December 3, 2021. Photo by Max Whittaker, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.
Young redwoods can grow very quickly; some trees grow more than 200 feet tall in less than a century. Therefore, they can store a substantial amount of carbon in their wood in a relatively short period. Photo by Max Whittaker, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.Young redwoods can grow very quickly; some trees grow more than 200 feet tall in less than a century. Therefore, they can store a substantial amount of carbon in their wood in a relatively short period. Photo by Max Whittaker, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.
The Lost Coast Redwoods property near Rockport, California. Photo by Max Whittaker, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.The Lost Coast Redwoods property near Rockport, California. Photo by Max Whittaker, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.
Western sword fern in Lost Coast Redwoods. Photo by Max Whittaker, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.Western sword fern in Lost Coast Redwoods. Photo by Max Whittaker, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.
Lost Coast Redwoods’ second-growth redwood forest sequesters thousands of tons of carbon. Young, recovering coast redwood forests are among the most powerful nature-based solutions to climate change in California. Photo by Max Whittaker, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.Lost Coast Redwoods’ second-growth redwood forest sequesters thousands of tons of carbon. Young, recovering coast redwood forests are among the most powerful nature-based solutions to climate change in California. Photo by Max Whittaker, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.
A coast redwood tree in Lost Coast Redwoods bears a fire scar. Photo by Max Whittaker, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.A coast redwood tree in Lost Coast Redwoods bears a fire scar. Photo by Max Whittaker, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.
Estelle Clifton, registered professional forester and botanist with North Coast Resource Management (NCRM), looks out over the Pacific from Lost Coast Redwoods. Photo by Max Whittaker, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.Estelle Clifton, registered professional forester and botanist with North Coast Resource Management (NCRM), looks out over the Pacific from Lost Coast Redwoods. Photo by Max Whittaker, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.
The understory in Lost Coast Redwoods is full of life. Photo by Max Whittaker, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.The understory in Lost Coast Redwoods is full of life. Photo by Max Whittaker, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.
The creeks in Lost Coast Redwoods provide healthy habitat for coho salmon and steelhead trout. Photo by Max Whittaker, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.The creeks in Lost Coast Redwoods provide healthy habitat for coho salmon and steelhead trout. Photo by Max Whittaker, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.
Estelle Clifton, registered professional forester and botanist with North Coast Resource Management (NCRM), gazes into one of the creeks in Lost Coast Redwoods. Photo by Max Whittaker, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.Estelle Clifton, registered professional forester and botanist with North Coast Resource Management (NCRM), gazes into one of the creeks in Lost Coast Redwoods. Photo by Max Whittaker, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.
Composed of coast redwood, Douglas fir, and grand fir, the forest at Lost Coast Redwoods will be allowed to grow old again. Photo by Max Whittaker, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.Composed of coast redwood, Douglas fir, and grand fir, the forest at Lost Coast Redwoods will be allowed to grow old again. Photo by Max Whittaker, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.
Cottaneva and Dunn Creeks traverse Lost Coast Redwoods, and both have been identified by the California Department of Fish and Wildlife as critical habitat for spawning and rearing juvenile fish. Photo by Max Whittaker, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.Cottaneva and Dunn Creeks traverse Lost Coast Redwoods, and both have been identified by the California Department of Fish and Wildlife as critical habitat for spawning and rearing juvenile fish. Photo by Max Whittaker, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.
Lupine at Lost Coast Redwoods. The Lost Coast Redwoods property hosts an rich ecosystem including an expansive understory that provides a suitable habitat for northern spotted owl, marbled murrelet and Pacific fisher — all of which are listed under the Endangered Species Act. Photo by Max Whittaker, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.Lupine at Lost Coast Redwoods. The Lost Coast Redwoods property hosts an rich ecosystem including an expansive understory that provides a suitable habitat for northern spotted owl, marbled murrelet and Pacific fisher — all of which are listed under the Endangered Species Act. Photo by Max Whittaker, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.
The redwood forest meets the ocean at Lost Coast Redwoods. Photo by Max Whittaker, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.The redwood forest meets the ocean at Lost Coast Redwoods. Photo by Max Whittaker, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.
Lost Coast Redwoods is at a convergence of the traditional territories of the Sinkyone, Cahto, and Coast Yuki peoples. Photo by Max Whittaker, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.Lost Coast Redwoods is at a convergence of the traditional territories of the Sinkyone, Cahto, and Coast Yuki peoples. Photo by Max Whittaker, courtesy of Save the Redwoods League.

Redwood Genome Project

New sequoia seedlings grow at Alder Creek. Photo by Max Whittaker.New sequoia seedlings grow at Alder Creek. Photo by Max Whittaker.
Winter in Sequoia National Park. Photo by Max Forster, @maxforsterphotographyWinter in Sequoia National Park. Photo by Max Forster, @maxforsterphotography
Scientists completed sequencing the coast redwood and giant sequoia genomes. Photo by Will Kirk of Homewood Photography (JHU)Scientists completed sequencing the coast redwood and giant sequoia genomes. Photo by Will Kirk of Homewood Photography (JHU)
Emily Burns, PhD, former League Director of Science, reaches for the captivating cream-colored needles of an albino sprout growing out of a redwood. “It lacks chlorophyll, so it’s white, and it’s caused by a mutation on that particular sprout’s DNA,” she said. Further genomic research could confirm hypotheses that albino sprouts are more than parasites. It’s clear that the deeper we go into the redwood genome, the more we’ll know. Photo by Paolo VesciaEmily Burns, PhD, former League Director of Science, reaches for the captivating cream-colored needles of an albino sprout growing out of a redwood. “It lacks chlorophyll, so it’s white, and it’s caused by a mutation on that particular sprout’s DNA,” she said. Further genomic research could confirm hypotheses that albino sprouts are more than parasites. It’s clear that the deeper we go into the redwood genome, the more we’ll know. Photo by Paolo Vescia
Scientists completed sequencing the coast redwood and giant sequoia genomes. Photo by Will Kirk of Homewood Photography (JHU)Scientists completed sequencing the coast redwood and giant sequoia genomes. Photo by Will Kirk of Homewood Photography (JHU)
Redwood Genome Project lab. Photo by Will Kirk of Homewood Photography (JHU)Redwood Genome Project lab. Photo by Will Kirk of Homewood Photography (JHU)
Redwood Genome Project lab. Photo by Will Kirk of Homewood Photography (JHU)Redwood Genome Project lab. Photo by Will Kirk of Homewood Photography (JHU)
Butano State Park. Photo by Julie MartinButano State Park. Photo by Julie Martin
In the first year, researchers will develop and publicly release genome sequences using a tree from the pictured Butano State Park for the coast redwood genome and a tree from Sequoia National Park for the giant sequoia genome. Photo by Julie Martin.In the first year, researchers will develop and publicly release genome sequences using a tree from the pictured Butano State Park for the coast redwood genome and a tree from Sequoia National Park for the giant sequoia genome. Photo by Julie Martin.
Coast redwood cone. Photo by Julie MartinCoast redwood cone. Photo by Julie Martin
A tree from Sequoia National Park will be used by Redwood Genome Project researchers to map the genome of giant sequoia trees. Photo by Mark BultA tree from Sequoia National Park will be used by Redwood Genome Project researchers to map the genome of giant sequoia trees. Photo by Mark Bult
Sequoia National Park. Photo by Mark BultSequoia National Park. Photo by Mark Bult
Giant sequoia cones. Photo by Mark BultGiant sequoia cones. Photo by Mark Bult
Benefits of a genetically diverse forest include increased defense against threats, resulting in a more resilient ecosystem.Benefits of a genetically diverse forest include increased defense against threats, resulting in a more resilient ecosystem.
The coast redwood and giant sequoia genomes were sequenced by Save the Redwoods League, University of California, Davis and Johns Hopkins University.The coast redwood and giant sequoia genomes were sequenced by Save the Redwoods League, University of California, Davis and Johns Hopkins University.

San Vicente Redwoods (formerly CEMEX Redwoods)

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The League joined other conservation organizations in the Living Landscape Initiative to protect the San Vicente Redwoods (formerly CEMEX Redwoods) property.The League joined other conservation organizations in the Living Landscape Initiative to protect the San Vicente Redwoods (formerly CEMEX Redwoods) property.
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Grove of Titans

Trail Reconstruction Project, August 2021

Grove of Titans Trail Reconstruction Project, August 2021. Photo by Max Forster, @maxforsterphotography.Grove of Titans Trail Reconstruction Project, August 2021. Photo by Max Forster, @maxforsterphotography.
Grove of Titans Trail Reconstruction Project, August 2021. Photo by Max Forster, @maxforsterphotography.Grove of Titans Trail Reconstruction Project, August 2021. Photo by Max Forster, @maxforsterphotography.
Grove of Titans Trail Reconstruction Project, August 2021. Photo by Max Forster, @maxforsterphotography.Grove of Titans Trail Reconstruction Project, August 2021. Photo by Max Forster, @maxforsterphotography.
Grove of Titans Trail Reconstruction Project, August 2021. Photo by Max Forster, @maxforsterphotography.Grove of Titans Trail Reconstruction Project, August 2021. Photo by Max Forster, @maxforsterphotography.
Grove of Titans Trail Reconstruction Project, August 2021. Photo by Max Forster, @maxforsterphotography.Grove of Titans Trail Reconstruction Project, August 2021. Photo by Max Forster, @maxforsterphotography.
Grove of Titans Trail Reconstruction Project, August 2021. Photo by Max Forster, @maxforsterphotography.Grove of Titans Trail Reconstruction Project, August 2021. Photo by Max Forster, @maxforsterphotography.
Grove of Titans Trail Reconstruction Project, August 2021. Photo by Max Forster, @maxforsterphotography.Grove of Titans Trail Reconstruction Project, August 2021. Photo by Max Forster, @maxforsterphotography.
Grove of Titans Trail Reconstruction Project, August 2021. Photo by Max Forster, @maxforsterphotography.Grove of Titans Trail Reconstruction Project, August 2021. Photo by Max Forster, @maxforsterphotography.
Grove of Titans Trail Reconstruction Project, August 2021. Photo by Max Forster, @maxforsterphotography.Grove of Titans Trail Reconstruction Project, August 2021. Photo by Max Forster, @maxforsterphotography.

Trail Damage, 2012

California State Parks Acting Sector Superintendent Brett Silver explains the importance of protecting the grove to a group of visitors. Photo by Max Forster, @maxforsterphotography.California State Parks Acting Sector Superintendent Brett Silver explains the importance of protecting the grove to a group of visitors. Photo by Max Forster, @maxforsterphotography.
Visitors who ventured off of the park’s official trails have created this large patch of compacted bare soil. Photo by Max Forster, @maxforsterphotography.Visitors who ventured off of the park’s official trails have created this large patch of compacted bare soil. Photo by Max Forster, @maxforsterphotography.
Visitors exposed these tree roots by venturing off the park’s official trails. Photo by Max Forster, @maxforsterphotography.Visitors exposed these tree roots by venturing off the park’s official trails. Photo by Max Forster, @maxforsterphotography.
Brett Silver, California State Parks Acting Sector Superintendent, points to the location that forest vegetation should cover. Photo by Max Forster, @maxforsterphotography.Brett Silver, California State Parks Acting Sector Superintendent, points to the location that forest vegetation should cover. Photo by Max Forster, @maxforsterphotography.
Grove of Titans in 2015, prior to heavy trampling and denuding of understory vegetation. Photo by Max Forster, @maxforsterphotography.Grove of Titans in 2015, prior to heavy trampling and denuding of understory vegetation. Photo by Max Forster, @maxforsterphotography.
During the peak summer season, some 13,000 cars per month travel along Howland Hill Road, the main auto access to the Grove of Titans. Photo by Max Forster, @maxforsterphotography.During the peak summer season, some 13,000 cars per month travel along Howland Hill Road, the main auto access to the Grove of Titans. Photo by Max Forster, @maxforsterphotography.
During the peak summer season, some 13,000 cars per month travel along Howland Hill Road, the main auto access to the Grove of Titans. Photo by Max Forster, @maxforsterphotography.During the peak summer season, some 13,000 cars per month travel along Howland Hill Road, the main auto access to the Grove of Titans. Photo by Max Forster, @maxforsterphotography.
Grove of Titans contains some of the largest coast redwoods. Photo by Max Forster, @maxforsterphotography.Grove of Titans contains some of the largest coast redwoods. Photo by Max Forster, @maxforsterphotography.
In 2012, lush vegetation covered the Grove of Titans before visitors trampled the forest floor. Photo by Max Forster, @maxforsterphotography.In 2012, lush vegetation covered the Grove of Titans before visitors trampled the forest floor. Photo by Max Forster, @maxforsterphotography.
“Social” trails trample and denude understory vegetation and compact the soil. Photo by Max Forster, @maxforsterphotography.“Social” trails trample and denude understory vegetation and compact the soil. Photo by Max Forster, @maxforsterphotography.
Nurse log is crushed by heavy trampling on denuded “social” trail. Photo by Max Forster, @maxforsterphotography.Nurse log is crushed by heavy trampling on denuded “social” trail. Photo by Max Forster, @maxforsterphotography.
Grove of Titans in 2012, prior to “social” trails. Photo by Max Forster, @maxforsterphotography.Grove of Titans in 2012, prior to “social” trails. Photo by Max Forster, @maxforsterphotography.
Brett Silver, California State Parks Acting Sector Superintendent, stands on design samples for the elevated walkway which will provide visitor access to the Grove of Titans while protecting the sensitive habitat. Photo by Max Forster, @maxforsterphotography.Brett Silver, California State Parks Acting Sector Superintendent, stands on design samples for the elevated walkway which will provide visitor access to the Grove of Titans while protecting the sensitive habitat. Photo by Max Forster, @maxforsterphotography.
Denuded understory and exposed roots of a coast redwood. Photo by Max Forster, @maxforsterphotography.Denuded understory and exposed roots of a coast redwood. Photo by Max Forster, @maxforsterphotography.
Visitors are asked to walk on designated trails in order to prevent the damage caused by “social” trails. Photo by Max Forster, @maxforsterphotography.Visitors are asked to walk on designated trails in order to prevent the damage caused by “social” trails. Photo by Max Forster, @maxforsterphotography.
Visitors are asked to walk on designated trails in order to prevent the damage caused by “social” trails. Photo by Max Forster, @maxforsterphotography.Visitors are asked to walk on designated trails in order to prevent the damage caused by “social” trails. Photo by Max Forster, @maxforsterphotography.
The Grove of Titans project will provide trash bins to mitigate littering like this. Photo by Max Forster, @maxforsterphotography.The Grove of Titans project will provide trash bins to mitigate littering like this. Photo by Max Forster, @maxforsterphotography.

Alder Creek

Alder Creek Fire Damage

The 2020 SQF Complex Fire burned a portion of the Alder Creek property owned by Save the Redwoods League. At least 80 giant sequoia monarchs were killed in the areas where the fires burned at a high intensity. Credit: Save the Redwoods LeagueThe 2020 SQF Complex Fire burned a portion of the Alder Creek property owned by Save the Redwoods League. At least 80 giant sequoia monarchs were killed in the areas where the fires burned at a high intensity. Credit: Save the Redwoods League
The 2020 SQF Complex Fire burned a portion of the Alder Creek property owned by Save the Redwoods League. At least 80 giant sequoia monarchs were killed in the areas where the fires burned at a high intensity. Credit: Save the Redwoods LeagueThe 2020 SQF Complex Fire burned a portion of the Alder Creek property owned by Save the Redwoods League. At least 80 giant sequoia monarchs were killed in the areas where the fires burned at a high intensity. Credit: Save the Redwoods League
The 2020 SQF Complex Fire burned a portion of the Alder Creek property owned by Save the Redwoods League. At least 80 giant sequoia monarchs were killed in the areas where the fires burned at a high intensity. Credit: Save the Redwoods LeagueThe 2020 SQF Complex Fire burned a portion of the Alder Creek property owned by Save the Redwoods League. At least 80 giant sequoia monarchs were killed in the areas where the fires burned at a high intensity. Credit: Save the Redwoods League
The 2020 SQF Complex Fire burned a portion of the Alder Creek property owned by Save the Redwoods League. At least 80 giant sequoia monarchs were killed in the areas where the fires burned at a high intensity. Credit: Save the Redwoods LeagueThe 2020 SQF Complex Fire burned a portion of the Alder Creek property owned by Save the Redwoods League. At least 80 giant sequoia monarchs were killed in the areas where the fires burned at a high intensity. Credit: Save the Redwoods League
Tiny giant sequoia seeds that look like oat flakes cover the ground. Credit: Save the Redwoods LeagueTiny giant sequoia seeds that look like oat flakes cover the ground. Credit: Save the Redwoods League
The 2020 SQF Complex Fire burned a portion of the Alder Creek property owned by Save the Redwoods League. In some areas, the fires burned at a lower intensity and sequoia in these areas survived. Credit: Save the Redwoods LeagueThe 2020 SQF Complex Fire burned a portion of the Alder Creek property owned by Save the Redwoods League. In some areas, the fires burned at a lower intensity and sequoia in these areas survived. Credit: Save the Redwoods League
The 2020 SQF Complex Fire burned a portion of the Alder Creek property owned by Save the Redwoods League. In some areas, the fires burned at a lower intensity and sequoia in these areas survived. Credit: Save the Redwoods LeagueThe 2020 SQF Complex Fire burned a portion of the Alder Creek property owned by Save the Redwoods League. In some areas, the fires burned at a lower intensity and sequoia in these areas survived. Credit: Save the Redwoods League
The 2020 SQF Complex Fire burned a portion of the Alder Creek property owned by Save the Redwoods League. At least 80 giant sequoia monarchs were killed in the areas where the fires burned at a high intensity. Credit: Save the Redwoods LeagueThe 2020 SQF Complex Fire burned a portion of the Alder Creek property owned by Save the Redwoods League. At least 80 giant sequoia monarchs were killed in the areas where the fires burned at a high intensity. Credit: Save the Redwoods League
The 2020 SQF Complex Fire burned a portion of the Alder Creek property owned by Save the Redwoods League. At least 80 giant sequoia monarchs were killed in the areas where the fires burned at a high intensity. Credit: Save the Redwoods LeagueThe 2020 SQF Complex Fire burned a portion of the Alder Creek property owned by Save the Redwoods League. At least 80 giant sequoia monarchs were killed in the areas where the fires burned at a high intensity. Credit: Save the Redwoods League
The 2020 SQF Complex Fire burned a portion of the Alder Creek property owned by Save the Redwoods League. At least 80 giant sequoia monarchs were killed in the areas where the fires burned at a high intensity. Credit: Save the Redwoods LeagueThe 2020 SQF Complex Fire burned a portion of the Alder Creek property owned by Save the Redwoods League. At least 80 giant sequoia monarchs were killed in the areas where the fires burned at a high intensity. Credit: Save the Redwoods League

Alder Creek (Pre-fire)

Snow on the ground at Alder Creek creates an otherworldly landscape. Photo by Roy E. Williams II, Save the Redwoods LeagueSnow on the ground at Alder Creek creates an otherworldly landscape. Photo by Roy E. Williams II, Save the Redwoods League
Alder Creek contains hundreds of ancient giant sequoia, nearly 500 wider than six feet in diameter. Photo by Max Forster, Save the Redwoods LeagueAlder Creek contains hundreds of ancient giant sequoia, nearly 500 wider than six feet in diameter. Photo by Max Forster, Save the Redwoods League
The Stagg Tree is the fifth largest known tree in the world. Photo by Max Forster, Save the Redwoods LeagueThe Stagg Tree is the fifth largest known tree in the world. Photo by Max Forster, Save the Redwoods League
Giant sequoia on Alder Creek. Photo by Max Forster, Save the Redwoods LeagueGiant sequoia on Alder Creek. Photo by Max Forster, Save the Redwoods League
Snow on the ground at Alder Creek creates an otherworldly landscape. Photo by Victoria Reeder, Save the Redwoods LeagueSnow on the ground at Alder Creek creates an otherworldly landscape. Photo by Victoria Reeder, Save the Redwoods League
Alder Creek contains hundreds of ancient giant sequoia, nearly 500 wider than six feet in diameter. Photo by Max Forster, Save the Redwoods LeagueAlder Creek contains hundreds of ancient giant sequoia, nearly 500 wider than six feet in diameter. Photo by Max Forster, Save the Redwoods League
Snow on the ground at Alder Creek creates an otherworldly landscape. Photo by Victoria Reeder, Save the Redwoods LeagueSnow on the ground at Alder Creek creates an otherworldly landscape. Photo by Victoria Reeder, Save the Redwoods League
The Stagg Tree, the fifth largest known tree in the world, is thought to be thousands of years old. Photo by Max Forster, Save the Redwoods LeagueThe Stagg Tree, the fifth largest known tree in the world, is thought to be thousands of years old. Photo by Max Forster, Save the Redwoods League
The giant sequoia on Alder Creek. Photo by Max Forster, Save the Redwoods LeagueThe giant sequoia on Alder Creek. Photo by Max Forster, Save the Redwoods League
The giant sequoia on Alder Creek combine with a raw natural landscape. Photo by Max Forster, Save the Redwoods LeagueThe giant sequoia on Alder Creek combine with a raw natural landscape. Photo by Max Forster, Save the Redwoods League

Pfeiffer Falls Trail Reopening

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Big Basin Redwoods State Park

2021 Regeneration After 2020 CZU Complex Fire

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CZU Complex Fire 2020

Downed trees at entrance of Highway 236. © California State Parks, all rights reserved (2020)Downed trees at entrance of Highway 236. © California State Parks, all rights reserved (2020)
Highway 236 near Big Basin Redwoods State Park. © California State Parks, all rights reserved (2020)Highway 236 near Big Basin Redwoods State Park. © California State Parks, all rights reserved (2020)
Damage at the park’s amphitheater. © California State Parks, all rights reserved (2020)Damage at the park’s amphitheater. © California State Parks, all rights reserved (2020)
Remnants of Park Headquarters. © California State Parks, all rights reserved (2020)Remnants of Park Headquarters. © California State Parks, all rights reserved (2020)
Burned down Gatehouse. © California State Parks, all rights reserved (2020)Burned down Gatehouse. © California State Parks, all rights reserved (2020)
Damaged Gazos Bridge at North Escape Road. © California State Parks, all rights reserved (2020)Damaged Gazos Bridge at North Escape Road. © California State Parks, all rights reserved (2020)
Some of the tree foliage burned while others were undamaged. © California State Parks, all rights reserved (2020)Some of the tree foliage burned while others were undamaged. © California State Parks, all rights reserved (2020)
Trees that survived the fire. © California State Parks, all rights reserved (2020)Trees that survived the fire. © California State Parks, all rights reserved (2020)
Downed trees and debris throughout the park. © California State Parks, all rights reserved (2020)Downed trees and debris throughout the park. © California State Parks, all rights reserved (2020)
Rubble at Jay Camp Seasonal Housing. © California State Parks, all rights reserved (2020)Rubble at Jay Camp Seasonal Housing. © California State Parks, all rights reserved (2020)
Looking northwest from Eagle Repeater into Big Basin Redwoods State Park. © California State Parks, all rights reserved (2020)Looking northwest from Eagle Repeater into Big Basin Redwoods State Park. © California State Parks, all rights reserved (2020)
Saddle Mountain house and garage. © California State Parks, all rights reserved (2020)Saddle Mountain house and garage. © California State Parks, all rights reserved (2020)

Mailliard Ranch

The 14,838-acre Mailliard Ranch in Mendocino County, protected by Save the Redwoods League. Photo by John-Birchard, Save the Redwoods League.The 14,838-acre Mailliard Ranch in Mendocino County, protected by Save the Redwoods League. Photo by John-Birchard, Save the Redwoods League.
Mailliard Ranch safeguards sustainable working forests across nearly 14,000 acres and protects nearly 1,000 acres of reserves, including old-growth coast redwoods, mature mixed-conifer forest and salmon-bearing streams. Photo by John-Birchard, Save the Redwoods League.Mailliard Ranch safeguards sustainable working forests across nearly 14,000 acres and protects nearly 1,000 acres of reserves, including old-growth coast redwoods, mature mixed-conifer forest and salmon-bearing streams. Photo by John-Birchard, Save the Redwoods League.
The 14,838-acre Mailliard Ranch in Mendocino County, protected by Save the Redwoods League. Photo by John-Birchard, Save the Redwoods League.The 14,838-acre Mailliard Ranch in Mendocino County, protected by Save the Redwoods League. Photo by John-Birchard, Save the Redwoods League.
Save the Redwoods League closed the final phase of the Mailliard Ranch project in February 2021, protecting the property’s east ranch, including the 58-acre old-growth Cathedral Grove.  Photo by Marcos Castineiras, Save the Redwoods League.Save the Redwoods League closed the final phase of the Mailliard Ranch project in February 2021, protecting the property’s east ranch, including the 58-acre old-growth Cathedral Grove.  Photo by Marcos Castineiras, Save the Redwoods League.
Save the Redwoods League closed the final phase of the Mailliard Ranch project in February 2021, protecting the property’s east ranch, including the 58-acre old-growth Cathedral Grove. Photo by Marcos Castineiras, Save the Redwoods League.Save the Redwoods League closed the final phase of the Mailliard Ranch project in February 2021, protecting the property’s east ranch, including the 58-acre old-growth Cathedral Grove. Photo by Marcos Castineiras, Save the Redwoods League.
The 14,838-acre Mailliard Ranch in Mendocino County, protected by Save the Redwoods League. Photo by Marcos Castineiras, Save the Redwoods League.The 14,838-acre Mailliard Ranch in Mendocino County, protected by Save the Redwoods League. Photo by Marcos Castineiras, Save the Redwoods League.
The 14,838-acre Mailliard Ranch in Mendocino County, protected by Save the Redwoods League. Photo by Marcos Castineiras, Save the Redwoods League.The 14,838-acre Mailliard Ranch in Mendocino County, protected by Save the Redwoods League. Photo by Marcos Castineiras, Save the Redwoods League.
The 14,838-acre Mailliard Ranch in Mendocino County, protected by Save the Redwoods League. Photo by Marcos Castineiras, Save the Redwoods League.The 14,838-acre Mailliard Ranch in Mendocino County, protected by Save the Redwoods League. Photo by Marcos Castineiras, Save the Redwoods League.
The 14,838-acre Mailliard Ranch in Mendocino County has two old-growth coast redwood groves, Cathedral Grove and Armstrong Grove. Photo by Marcos Castineiras, Save the Redwoods League.The 14,838-acre Mailliard Ranch in Mendocino County has two old-growth coast redwood groves, Cathedral Grove and Armstrong Grove. Photo by Marcos Castineiras, Save the Redwoods League.
The 14,838-acre Mailliard Ranch in Mendocino County, protected by Save the Redwoods League. Photo by Marcos Castineiras, Save the Redwoods League.The 14,838-acre Mailliard Ranch in Mendocino County, protected by Save the Redwoods League. Photo by Marcos Castineiras, Save the Redwoods League.
Save the Redwoods League closed the final phase of the Mailliard Ranch project in February 2021, protecting the property’s east ranch, including the 58-acre old-growth Cathedral Grove. Photo by Marcos Castineiras, Save the Redwoods League.Save the Redwoods League closed the final phase of the Mailliard Ranch project in February 2021, protecting the property’s east ranch, including the 58-acre old-growth Cathedral Grove. Photo by Marcos Castineiras, Save the Redwoods League.

Cascade Creek

After CZU Lightning Complex Fire

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Before CZU Lightening Complex Fire

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Redwoods and Climate Change Initiative

Scientists of the Redwoods and Climate Change Initiative intensively measured five trees in Reinhardt Redwood Regional Park in Oakland, California. They determined that the tallest tree in this previously logged redwood forest is 135 years old and over 200 feet tall, taller than expected. Pictured: Marie Antoine (left) and Jim Campbell-Spickler (right). Photo by Stephen C. SillettScientists of the Redwoods and Climate Change Initiative intensively measured five trees in Reinhardt Redwood Regional Park in Oakland, California. They determined that the tallest tree in this previously logged redwood forest is 135 years old and over 200 feet tall, taller than expected. Pictured: Marie Antoine (left) and Jim Campbell-Spickler (right). Photo by Stephen C. Sillett
Scientists of the Redwoods and Climate Change Initiative map a giant sequoia in Calaveras Big Trees State Park. Mapping helps scientists understand how much carbon the forest contains and helps them assess forest health and growth. Photo by Stephen C. SillettScientists of the Redwoods and Climate Change Initiative map a giant sequoia in Calaveras Big Trees State Park. Mapping helps scientists understand how much carbon the forest contains and helps them assess forest health and growth. Photo by Stephen C. Sillett
Increment cores collected from redwood trunks far above the ground can help reveal a tree’s age and growth history. Here Stephen C. Sillett mounts a 5-mm-diameter core to protect it for laboratory analysis. Photo by Marie Antoine.Increment cores collected from redwood trunks far above the ground can help reveal a tree’s age and growth history. Here Stephen C. Sillett mounts a 5-mm-diameter core to protect it for laboratory analysis. Photo by Marie Antoine.
Scientists of the Redwoods and Climate Change Initiative study the coast redwood canopy in Redwood National and State Parks. Photo by Stephen C. SillettScientists of the Redwoods and Climate Change Initiative study the coast redwood canopy in Redwood National and State Parks. Photo by Stephen C. Sillett
Setting up RCCI sensors. Photo by Stephen SillettSetting up RCCI sensors. Photo by Stephen Sillett
RCCI core samples. Photo by Save the Redwoods LeagueRCCI core samples. Photo by Save the Redwoods League
RCCI greenhouse experiments. Photo by Save the Redwoods LeagueRCCI greenhouse experiments. Photo by Save the Redwoods League
RCCI scientist climbing a giant sequoia. Photo by Anthony AmbroseRCCI scientist climbing a giant sequoia. Photo by Anthony Ambrose
RCCI scientists mapping the forest floor. Photo by Anthony AmbroseRCCI scientists mapping the forest floor. Photo by Anthony Ambrose
View from RCCI scientist looking down. Photo by Anthony AmbroseView from RCCI scientist looking down. Photo by Anthony Ambrose

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Parks Online Resources for Teachers and Students program (PORTS)

Interpretive specialist Jenny Comperda helps broaden learning through digital redwood science programs at Calaveras Big Trees State Park. Photo courtesy of California State Parks.Interpretive specialist Jenny Comperda helps broaden learning through digital redwood science programs at Calaveras Big Trees State Park. Photo courtesy of California State Parks.
Photo courtesy of California State Parks.Photo courtesy of California State Parks.
Interpretive specialist Jenny Comperda at Calaveras Big Trees State Park. Photo courtesy of California State Parks.Interpretive specialist Jenny Comperda at Calaveras Big Trees State Park. Photo courtesy of California State Parks.
Photo by Belkin International, courtesy of California State Parks.Photo by Belkin International, courtesy of California State Parks.

Harold Richardson Redwoods Reserve

Harold Richardson Redwoods Reserve contains 319 trees over 250 feet tall.Harold Richardson Redwoods Reserve contains 319 trees over 250 feet tall.
Old-growth redwoods of Harold Richardson Redwoods Reserve.Old-growth redwoods of Harold Richardson Redwoods Reserve.
The McApin Tree is 1,640 years old, the oldest known coast redwood south of Mendocino County.The McApin Tree is 1,640 years old, the oldest known coast redwood south of Mendocino County.
One of several pristine unnamed creeks run through Harold Richardson Redwoods ReserveOne of several pristine unnamed creeks run through Harold Richardson Redwoods Reserve
Pristine unnamed creeks run through Harold Richardson Redwoods Reserve.Pristine unnamed creeks run through Harold Richardson Redwoods Reserve.
Pristine unnamed creeks run through Harold Richardson Redwoods Reserve.Pristine unnamed creeks run through Harold Richardson Redwoods Reserve.

State of the Redwoods Conservation Report

Prairie Creeek Redwoods State Park. Photo by Max ForsterPrairie Creeek Redwoods State Park. Photo by Max Forster
Humboldt Redwoods State Park. Photo by Max ForsterHumboldt Redwoods State Park. Photo by Max Forster
Giant Tree Trail; Sequoia National Forest. Photography by Jonathan IrishGiant Tree Trail; Sequoia National Forest. Photography by Jonathan Irish
Winter in Sequoia National Park. Photo by Max Forster, @maxforsterphotographyWinter in Sequoia National Park. Photo by Max Forster, @maxforsterphotography
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Wandering salamander. Photo by Dan PortikWandering salamander. Photo by Dan Portik
Relictual old-growth coast redwood forest groves stand today as islands in a harvested landscape at Redwood National and State Parks. Photo credit: Mike ShoysRelictual old-growth coast redwood forest groves stand today as islands in a harvested landscape at Redwood National and State Parks. Photo credit: Mike Shoys
Recent redwood forest clearcuts on industrial timberland adjacent to Redwood National Park (in the upper right corner). Riparian buffers required by California’s Forest Practice Rules are visible as forest retention between clearcuts. Photo source: USDA Farm Service AgencyRecent redwood forest clearcuts on industrial timberland adjacent to Redwood National Park (in the upper right corner). Riparian buffers required by California’s Forest Practice Rules are visible as forest retention between clearcuts. Photo source: USDA Farm Service Agency
Industrial timberland is deeply divided by logging roads. Image Source: USDA Farm ServiceIndustrial timberland is deeply divided by logging roads. Image Source: USDA Farm Service
Suburban neighborhoods contain many residential roads. Image Source: USDA Farm Service AgencySuburban neighborhoods contain many residential roads. Image Source: USDA Farm Service Agency
The giant sequoia canopy of Mountain Home Grove rises above the expansive Sierran mixed conifer forest. Photo credit: Stephen SillettThe giant sequoia canopy of Mountain Home Grove rises above the expansive Sierran mixed conifer forest. Photo credit: Stephen Sillett
Redwood National Park. Photo by Paolo VesciaRedwood National Park. Photo by Paolo Vescia

Centennial Vision for Redwoods Conservation

Del Norte Coast Redwoods State Park. Photo by Jon ParmentierDel Norte Coast Redwoods State Park. Photo by Jon Parmentier
Old-growth redwoods endure beside logged stands in Redwood National and State Parks. Photo by Mike ShoysOld-growth redwoods endure beside logged stands in Redwood National and State Parks. Photo by Mike Shoys
Montgomery Woods State Park. Photo by Peter BuranzonMontgomery Woods State Park. Photo by Peter Buranzon
Giant sequoia. Photo by Paolo VesciaGiant sequoia. Photo by Paolo Vescia

Save the Redwoods League Centennial

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Free Second Saturdays at Redwood State Parks

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Free Second Saturdays at Redwood State Parks 2018. Photo by Max ForsterFree Second Saturdays at Redwood State Parks 2018. Photo by Max Forster
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Free Second Saturdays at Redwood State Parks 2018. Photo by Max ForsterFree Second Saturdays at Redwood State Parks 2018. Photo by Max Forster
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Westfall Ranch

Westfall Ranch buffers the pictured Headwaters Forest Reserve, home to a 3,000-acre ancient redwood forest that inspired a long fight for its protection from logging in the 1990s. Photo by Mike Shoys.Westfall Ranch buffers the pictured Headwaters Forest Reserve, home to a 3,000-acre ancient redwood forest that inspired a long fight for its protection from logging in the 1990s. Photo by Mike Shoys.
Deer cross Westfall Ranch. The region is a haven for California’s signature wildlife species. Photo by Mike Shoys.Deer cross Westfall Ranch. The region is a haven for California’s signature wildlife species. Photo by Mike Shoys.
The League will manage the ranch’s second-growth redwood forest to accelerate development of old-growth forest characteristics on which the ecosystem’s plants and animals depend. Photo by Mike Shoys.The League will manage the ranch’s second-growth redwood forest to accelerate development of old-growth forest characteristics on which the ecosystem’s plants and animals depend. Photo by Mike Shoys.
Westfall Ranch is protected from commercial logging and development. Photo by Mike Shoys.Westfall Ranch is protected from commercial logging and development. Photo by Mike Shoys.
The Elk River runs through Westfall Ranch. A habitat assessment will be conducted to determine the best way to restore the river. Recommended actions will likely include removal of sediment to improve water quality and adding large fallen trees back into the stream system to help re-establish pools, shade and cover for coho and other imperiled fish in the salmon family. Photo by Mike Shoys.The Elk River runs through Westfall Ranch. A habitat assessment will be conducted to determine the best way to restore the river. Recommended actions will likely include removal of sediment to improve water quality and adding large fallen trees back into the stream system to help re-establish pools, shade and cover for coho and other imperiled fish in the salmon family. Photo by Mike Shoys.

Peter Douglas Trail Dedication at Shady Dell

View of the Lost Coast from the Shady Dell property in Usal. Photo by Paolo VesciaView of the Lost Coast from the Shady Dell property in Usal. Photo by Paolo Vescia
Roosevelt elk. Photo by Paolo VesciaRoosevelt elk. Photo by Paolo Vescia
Spider web at Shady Dell. Photo by Paolo VesciaSpider web at Shady Dell. Photo by Paolo Vescia
Campaign director, Suzanne Moss, at Shady Dell. Photo by Paolo VesciaCampaign director, Suzanne Moss, at Shady Dell. Photo by Paolo Vescia
Hiking through Shady Dell property. Photo by Paolo VesciaHiking through Shady Dell property. Photo by Paolo Vescia
Candelabra trees at Shady Dell. Photo by Mike ShoysCandelabra trees at Shady Dell. Photo by Mike Shoys
Flowers in bloom at Shady Dell. Photo by Mike ShoysFlowers in bloom at Shady Dell. Photo by Mike Shoys
Birds flying over Shady Dell property.Birds flying over Shady Dell property.
Beach at Shady Dell.Beach at Shady Dell.
Candelabra trees at Shady Dell.Candelabra trees at Shady Dell.
Usal coast. Kenneth and Gabrielle AdelmanUsal coast. Kenneth and Gabrielle Adelman
Change is in the air. Shady Dell photo by Paolo Vescia.Change is in the air. Shady Dell photo by Paolo Vescia.

Historical Photos

Photo by Humboldt Historical SocietyPhoto by Humboldt Historical Society
The Bolling Grove was dedicated more than 90 years ago in what is now known as Humboldt Redwoods State Park.The Bolling Grove was dedicated more than 90 years ago in what is now known as Humboldt Redwoods State Park.
Stephen T. Mather and WIlliam Kent. Photo by F. RansomeStephen T. Mather and WIlliam Kent. Photo by F. Ransome
Redwood logging like this in Scotia, Calif., around 1918, spurred the establishment of Save the Redwoods League. Photo by H.C. TibbitsRedwood logging like this in Scotia, Calif., around 1918, spurred the establishment of Save the Redwoods League. Photo by H.C. Tibbits
June 15, 1968. Humboldt Redwoods State Park. Photo by SwanlundJune 15, 1968. Humboldt Redwoods State Park. Photo by Swanlund
Camping at Big Basin Redwoods State Park. Photo: H.C. Tibbits, 1920s. Save the Redwoods League photograph collection. Courtesy of The Bancroft Library, University of California, Berkeley.Camping at Big Basin Redwoods State Park. Photo: H.C. Tibbits, 1920s. Save the Redwoods League photograph collection. Courtesy of The Bancroft Library, University of California, Berkeley.
Presentation to Governor of CA of $7M Pepperwood Grove for addition to Humboldt Redwoods State Park, March 13, 1968. [Governor Regan; Frank Belotti, State Assembly; Norman B. Livermore, Resources Administrator; Newton B. Drury, Secretary, Save the Redwoods League; Randolph Collier, State Senator; Ralph Chaney, President, Save the Redwoods League; John B. Dewitt, Assistant to the Secretary, Save the Redwoods League.] Save the Redwoods League photograph collection [graphic], BANC PIC 2006.030–PIC, Carton 2. Courtesy of The Bancroft Library, University of California, Berkeley.Presentation to Governor of CA of $7M Pepperwood Grove for addition to Humboldt Redwoods State Park, March 13, 1968. [Governor Regan; Frank Belotti, State Assembly; Norman B. Livermore, Resources Administrator; Newton B. Drury, Secretary, Save the Redwoods League; Randolph Collier, State Senator; Ralph Chaney, President, Save the Redwoods League; John B. Dewitt, Assistant to the Secretary, Save the Redwoods League.] Save the Redwoods League photograph collection [graphic], BANC PIC 2006.030–PIC, Carton 2. Courtesy of The Bancroft Library, University of California, Berkeley.
Visitors in the 1920s stand among colossal giant sequoia in what is now Calaveras Big Trees State Park. Photographer unknown, circa 1920s, Save the Redwoods League photograph collection, BANC PIC 2006.030. The Bancroft Library, UC Berkeley.Visitors in the 1920s stand among colossal giant sequoia in what is now Calaveras Big Trees State Park. Photographer unknown, circa 1920s, Save the Redwoods League photograph collection, BANC PIC 2006.030. The Bancroft Library, UC Berkeley.
Muir Woods Commemorative Ceremony, May 9, 1945. Photo: James A. Lawrence [#8280]. Save the Redwoods League photograph collection [graphic], BANC PIC 2006.030-PIC, Carton 5. Courtesy of The Bancroft Library, University of California, Berkeley.Muir Woods Commemorative Ceremony, May 9, 1945. Photo: James A. Lawrence [#8280]. Save the Redwoods League photograph collection [graphic], BANC PIC 2006.030-PIC, Carton 5. Courtesy of The Bancroft Library, University of California, Berkeley.
First tree planted in Transamerica Pyramid Redwood Park, June 12, 1973. [John Chase, VP Corporate Relations, Transamerica Corp.; Tony Guzzardo, Anthony M. Guzzardo & Assoc., Landscape Architect; John Dewitt, Secretary, Save the Redwoods League; Newton B. Drury, President, Save the Redwoods League; Leo Hewlett, President, California Redwood Association; Keith Lanning, Exec. VP, California Redwood Association.] Photo: Action Photo Service. Save the Redwoods League photograph collection [graphic], BANC PIC 2006.030–PIC, Carton 8. Courtesy of The Bancroft Library, University of California, Berkeley.First tree planted in Transamerica Pyramid Redwood Park, June 12, 1973. [John Chase, VP Corporate Relations, Transamerica Corp.; Tony Guzzardo, Anthony M. Guzzardo & Assoc., Landscape Architect; John Dewitt, Secretary, Save the Redwoods League; Newton B. Drury, President, Save the Redwoods League; Leo Hewlett, President, California Redwood Association; Keith Lanning, Exec. VP, California Redwood Association.] Photo: Action Photo Service. Save the Redwoods League photograph collection [graphic], BANC PIC 2006.030–PIC, Carton 8. Courtesy of The Bancroft Library, University of California, Berkeley.
Logging by Arcata Redwood Company. Photo: David H. Swanlund [#4644], 1975. Save the Redwoods League photograph collection [graphic], BANC PIC 2006.030–NEG, NEG box 8. Courtesy of The Bancroft Library, University of California, Berkeley.Logging by Arcata Redwood Company. Photo: David H. Swanlund [#4644], 1975. Save the Redwoods League photograph collection [graphic], BANC PIC 2006.030–NEG, NEG box 8. Courtesy of The Bancroft Library, University of California, Berkeley.
Dedication of Drury Visitor Center, Redwood National Park, October 20, 1973. [Rep. Don Clausen; Mr. Newton B. Drury; Mr. John Davis, Superintendent of Redwood National Park; Mr. Ronald Walker, Director of National Park Service; Mrs. Newton B. Drury.] Photo: David H. Swanlund [#4468].Save the Redwoods League photograph collection [graphic], BANC PIC 2006.030- NEG, NEG box 9. Courtesy of The Bancroft Library, University of California, Berkeley.Dedication of Drury Visitor Center, Redwood National Park, October 20, 1973. [Rep. Don Clausen; Mr. Newton B. Drury; Mr. John Davis, Superintendent of Redwood National Park; Mr. Ronald Walker, Director of National Park Service; Mrs. Newton B. Drury.] Photo: David H. Swanlund [#4468].Save the Redwoods League photograph collection [graphic], BANC PIC 2006.030- NEG, NEG box 9. Courtesy of The Bancroft Library, University of California, Berkeley.
Former President Lyndon Johnson (gray suit, seventh from left) spoke at the 1969 dedication of the Lady Bird Johnson Grove in Redwood National Park. Photo by David SwanlundFormer President Lyndon Johnson (gray suit, seventh from left) spoke at the 1969 dedication of the Lady Bird Johnson Grove in Redwood National Park. Photo by David Swanlund

Redwood

Hendy Woods State Park. Photo by Mike ShoysHendy Woods State Park. Photo by Mike Shoys
by Jon Parmentierby Jon Parmentier
Boulder Creek, Santa Cruz Mountains Old-Growth PropertyBoulder Creek, Santa Cruz Mountains Old-Growth Property
Reconnecting families and future generations to nature is a critical priority. Photo by Paolo Vescia.Reconnecting families and future generations to nature is a critical priority. Photo by Paolo Vescia.
Big Basin Redwoods State Park. Photo by Michael CarlBig Basin Redwoods State Park. Photo by Michael Carl
A very large coast redwood. Photo by Joanne and Doug SchwartzA very large coast redwood. Photo by Joanne and Doug Schwartz
Calaveras Big Trees State ParkCalaveras Big Trees State Park
Humboldt Redwoods State Park. Photo courtesy of Humboldt State UniversityHumboldt Redwoods State Park. Photo courtesy of Humboldt State University
Prairie Creek Redwoods State ParkPrairie Creek Redwoods State Park
Portola Redwoods State Park. Photo by Paolo VesciaPortola Redwoods State Park. Photo by Paolo Vescia
Big Basin Redwoods State Park. Photo by Peter BuranzonBig Basin Redwoods State Park. Photo by Peter Buranzon
Soberanes Trail at Garrapata State Park.Soberanes Trail at Garrapata State Park.
Julia Pfeiffer Burns State Park. Photo by Joe Parks, Flickr Creative CommonsJulia Pfeiffer Burns State Park. Photo by Joe Parks, Flickr Creative Commons
Julia Pfeiffer Burns_Steve Dunleavy FCCJulia Pfeiffer Burns_Steve Dunleavy FCC

Big River-Mendocino Old-Growth Redwoods project

Ancient giants in canyons survived logging booms. Photo by Mike ShoysAncient giants in canyons survived logging booms. Photo by Mike Shoys
Many redwoods were tagged for harvesting. Photo by Mike ShoysMany redwoods were tagged for harvesting. Photo by Mike Shoys
Nutrient-deficient, acidic soil stunts plants’ growth in the pygmy forest. Photo by Mike ShoysNutrient-deficient, acidic soil stunts plants’ growth in the pygmy forest. Photo by Mike Shoys
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Big River-Mendocino Old-Growth Redwoods is pictured in the upper left, near the vacation destination of the town of Mendocino in the upper right. Photo by BirchardPhoto.comBig River-Mendocino Old-Growth Redwoods is pictured in the upper left, near the vacation destination of the town of Mendocino in the upper right. Photo by BirchardPhoto.com
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Aerial photo by BirchardPhoto.com

Santa Cruz Mountains Old-Growth project

Peters Creek, Santa Cruz Mountains Old-Growth Campaign. Photo by Paolo VesciaPeters Creek, Santa Cruz Mountains Old-Growth Campaign. Photo by Paolo Vescia
Santa Cruz Mountains Old-Growth Campaign. Photo by Paolo VesciaSanta Cruz Mountains Old-Growth Campaign. Photo by Paolo Vescia
Santa Cruz Mountains Old-Growth Campaign. Photo by Paolo VesciaSanta Cruz Mountains Old-Growth Campaign. Photo by Paolo Vescia
Santa Cruz Mountains Old-Growth Campaign. Photo by Paolo VesciaSanta Cruz Mountains Old-Growth Campaign. Photo by Paolo Vescia
Santa Cruz Mountains Old-Growth Campaign. Photo by Paolo VesciaSanta Cruz Mountains Old-Growth Campaign. Photo by Paolo Vescia
Boulder Creek, Santa Cruz Mountains Old-Growth Campaign. Photo by Paolo VesciaBoulder Creek, Santa Cruz Mountains Old-Growth Campaign. Photo by Paolo Vescia

Montgomery Woods Initiative

Weger Ranch

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Atkins Place


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Montgomery Woods Park Project

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Russian River Redwoods

Russian River Redwoods


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Russian River Redwoods | B-Roll


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Alder Creek

Alder Creek | Pre Fire

Alder Creek | Post Fire


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Alder Creek B-Roll

Alder Grove Tree Planting, May 2023:
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Winter Package:
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Giant Sequoia Land Coalition


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Tc’ih-Léh-Dûñ (Fish Run Place)

Formerly Andersonia West



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Lost Coast Redwoods


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Grove of Titans

Trail Reconstruction, 2021

Trail Damage, 2012

Grove of Titans B-Roll


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Big Basin RSP | CZU Complex Fire


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Mailliard Ranch

Featured Video

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B-Roll

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Cascade Creek

After CZU Lightning Complex Fires

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Cascade Creek (Post-Fire) B-Roll

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Before CZU Lightening Complex Fire

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Redwoods Rising


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Redwoods and Climate Change Initiative


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Free Second Saturdays at Redwood State Parks B-Roll

Harold Richardson Redwoods Reserve B-Roll


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Red Hill B-Roll


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Historical Footage

Aerial Footage of Coast Redwoods B-Roll


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California State Parks

Redwood Education Videos

Redwood Genome Project

Benefits of a Genetically Diverse Forest

Infographic describes benefits of a genetically diverse forest
Benefits of a genetically diverse forest. Click to view infographic.

Sequenced Genome Sizes

Sequenced Genome Sizes infographic
The coast redwood and giant sequoia genomes were sequenced by Save the Redwoods League, University of California, Davis and Johns Hopkins University. Click to view.

State of Redwoods Conservation Report

State of Redwoods Conservation infographic
Since the 1840s, approximately 27 percent of the coast redwood forest was lost to conversion, and the remaining 1.6 million acres of forest stands today as a mosaic of second-growth and relictual old-growth forest. Click to view infographic.

Why Protect Redwoods?

Infographic describes the benefits that redwoods provide for people and wildlife.
The benefits that redwoods provide for people and wildlife. Click to view infographic.

Rancho del Oso Welcome Center at Big Basin Redwoods State Park

Russian River Map
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Montgomery Woods Initiative

Weger Ranch, Atkins Place & Montgomery Woods State Natural Reserve

Weger Ranch location map, October 2022
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Russian River Redwoods

Russian River Map
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Tc’ih-Léh-Dûñ

Formerly Andersonia West

Tc’ih-Léh-Dûñ location map, June 2021
Aerial Map of Tc’ih-Léh-Dûñ contiguous protected lands along the border of the Sinkyone Wilderness Area

Lost Coast Redwoods

Map thumbnail of Lost Coast Redwoods in Mendocino County near Rockport, California
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San Vicente Redwoods

Map of San Vicente coast redwood range
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Grove of Titans

Grove of Titans trail map, 09-10-21
Grove of Titans trail map, September 2021
Aerial view of the Grove of Titans, with future elevated trail and new restroom facilities.
Aerial view of the Grove of Titans, with future elevated trail and new restroom facilities.

Zoom view: Aerial view of the Grove of Titans, with future elevated trail.
Zoom view: Aerial view of the Grove of Titans, with future elevated trail.

Drought Severity – Coast Redwood

Map of drought severity in coast redwood range
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Drought Severity – Giant Sequoia

Map of drought severity in giant sequoia range
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Mailliard Ranch

Mailliard Ranch Map thumbnail
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Cascade Creek

Cascade Creek Map thumbnail
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Alder Creek

Alder Creek Map thumbnail
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Mistier / Nesset

Mistier map
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Red Hill

Red Hill map
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Harold Richardson Redwoods Reserve

HRRR Map
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