Plant Photos

The Big Trees of Yosemite

Between the heavy pine and silver fir zones towers the Big Tree (Sequoia gigantea), the king of all the conifers in the world, "the noblest of the noble race." The groves nearest Yosemite Valley are about twenty miles to the westward and southward and are called the Tuolumne, Merced and Ma Read More

Torres del Paine National Park: Chile’s Patagonia Crown Jewel

Torres del Paine National Park is located in southern Chile's Patagonia region and is one of the country's national protected forest areas. It encompasses over 2,422 square kilometers and is comprised of many rivers, crystal blue lakes, glaciers, and mountains. The historic towns of Punta Ar Read More

The Grand Canyon of Yellowstone

The Grand Canyon of Yellowstone, as seen from either Artist Point or Inspiration Point, is one of the truly great wonders of the West. It is hard to conceive such breath-taking beauty. Once you have gazed into its jagged depths, alive with color, you will never forget it, nor would you if you could. Read More