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From the lens Drive THROUGH a Giant Redwood.

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  • UKGhostwriter May 28, 2012 @ 4:47 pm | delete
    Fantastic memories of Yosemite in 2000 - pinned
    http://pinterest.com/pin/85286986663720545/
  • coolmon2009 May 28, 2012 @ 2:19 pm | delete
    Interesting pictures and i like your article too, good lens.
  • biggking May 28, 2012 @ 6:06 am | delete
    is this how fast food joints got the idea of the word "DRIVE THOUGH"!!!!?
  • Blonde_Blythe May 27, 2012 @ 1:13 pm | delete
    Fascinating lens! I have never driven through a giant redwood that I'm aware of (I was an army brat), but I enjoyed reading about them and looking at the pictures!
  • itraveldotnet May 25, 2012 @ 11:19 am | delete
    great place to travel, I love taking my kids.
  • CameronPoe May 17, 2012 @ 7:37 pm | delete
    I love those drive through stumps. So cool.
  • gottaloveit May 16, 2012 @ 6:23 pm | delete
    What a wonderful article! I think it's on my top 10 of all times. I love it! WAY blessed!
  • TerryNeal May 16, 2012 @ 2:09 pm | delete
    these trees are incredible.
  • myfirstjobsecondshift May 10, 2012 @ 11:06 pm | delete
    Never driven through a redwood but I have seen the redwoods when I was in California. Breathtaking!!!
  • productsandreviews May 9, 2012 @ 3:53 pm | delete
    it looks AMAZING!
  • chris1402 May 9, 2012 @ 11:49 am | delete
    Awesome, would love to see the real thing.
  • MsSnow4a May 7, 2012 @ 7:12 pm | delete
    I have not but it looks great
  • imadrummer May 6, 2012 @ 1:38 pm | delete
    those trees are huge
  • air-ambulance-services Apr 25, 2012 @ 11:43 am | delete
    Nope, but I'd love to!
  • arcarmi Apr 22, 2012 @ 12:10 pm | delete
    I've always wanted to go to Redwoods National Park!
  • JoshK47 Apr 20, 2012 @ 8:41 am | delete
    Popping back in the bless this awesome lens! :)
  • CampingMemoriesDotCom Apr 19, 2012 @ 3:03 pm | delete
    Amazing photos, thank you. I just love tying nature and memories together.
  • missroxa Apr 19, 2012 @ 7:50 am | delete
    I really didn't know anything about these trees! 2000 years old trees, and people cut holes in them to pass through with cars! Thais seems awful to me...But the trees are fabulous, one of nature's miracles, I might say. I would love too see one up close in this lifetime! Great work! Great subject!
  • fish-oil-expert Apr 14, 2012 @ 4:58 am | delete
    I love Redwoods. I've spent a lot of time in Muir Woods north of San Francisco.
  • BestMusicHits Apr 6, 2012 @ 5:13 pm | delete
    how cool is that! definatly on the list of what I have to do before I pass away ! :D
  • AnnMarie7 Apr 6, 2012 @ 5:19 am | delete
    I haven't driven through a Giant Redwood, but I saw them when my parents took me to Yosemite National Park when I was a little girl. I can remember how huge those trees were! Especially to a kid. Thanks for sharing this lens, although I don't think it's nice to cut holes in ancient trees so folks can drive through them. Still interesting though!
  • weddingdetails Apr 4, 2012 @ 6:04 am | delete
    One of my favorite pages on all of Squidoo. The Giant Redwoods are lovely.
  • jordanmilesbasketballstuff Apr 3, 2012 @ 10:04 pm | delete
    What a very interesting lens...I sure do love to try this...Thanks for sharing!
  • futurefocus57 Apr 2, 2012 @ 2:42 pm | delete
    I would love to see this...we have family there, so I will soon.
  • KathieWoolridge Mar 27, 2012 @ 12:23 pm | delete
    This looks awesome! I can only imagine the age of this tree.
  • joannalynn Mar 26, 2012 @ 11:50 am | delete
    The old postcards are wonderful. You have constructed a fantastic lens. The Redwood forests are just beautiful. Sequoiadendron giganteum (Giant Sequoias-"The Big Trees") distribution is centered in Sequoia National Park, and an impressive visit as well.
  • macmaki Mar 24, 2012 @ 3:24 am | delete
    Outstanding lens you have here. A great drive through tree is located about 5 miles north of Marysville, WA. It's located at the rest area on I-5 North. Worth checking out if you are ever in the area.
  • rauspitz Mar 23, 2012 @ 8:46 am | delete
    I've never had that experience but it certainly is worth putting on my travel list.
  • missyjanette Mar 23, 2012 @ 7:42 am | delete
    great drive thru!
  • fdurham Mar 22, 2012 @ 10:07 am | delete
    I just learned something new. Amazing. Thanks for sharing.
  • futureme Mar 22, 2012 @ 3:51 am | delete
    Great pictures and informtion. Fascinating, thank you.
  • Elacoste Mar 22, 2012 @ 12:18 am | delete
    While not Giants, you can also find some Sequoias in Japan and New Zealand. A distant cousin of sorts.
  • NightMagic Mar 21, 2012 @ 11:56 pm | delete
    What an unique lens. I never knew they existed either until now.
  • Markstuffnmore Mar 21, 2012 @ 10:48 pm | delete
    My dad took me through one when I was 5 or 6, then in my mid 30's went through one again. not sure if it was the same one but suspect it was!
  • siobhanryan Mar 21, 2012 @ 8:49 pm | delete
    I never knew of their extistence until I read your article. Amazing.
  • getmoreinfo Mar 21, 2012 @ 2:13 pm | delete
    These giant redwoods are amazing, I would love to drive through one that would be really cool. Congrats on your SquidooHQ feature.
  • TTMall Mar 16, 2012 @ 12:49 pm | delete
    Great lens with excellent pictures. Thanks for sharing!
  • Irenemaria Mar 15, 2012 @ 2:47 pm | delete
    I would love to see this in real life! Such giants!
  • Thrinsdream Mar 12, 2012 @ 5:47 pm | delete
    One day I will venture to America and see one of these most beautiful trees. With thanks and appreciation. Cathi x
  • agoofyidea Mar 9, 2012 @ 1:04 pm | delete
    We always RV'd so we would walk through the Redwood trees. It is an amazing thing. These trees are incredible.
  • awakeningwellness Mar 5, 2012 @ 12:41 am | delete
    I went to Redwoods Nat'l Pk many years ago and we drove through a tree, It was so long ago that I don't remember which tree it was BUT I do remember what a totally amazing experience it was...you just can't fathom how enormous a tree is until you drive through it!
  • thewebartists Mar 2, 2012 @ 4:42 am | delete
    ahhhh such a great post, I can think in my dreams only to create lens like this.. Well but everything is getting better I hope soon i will grow up, but fact it is a fantastic post over squidoo.
  • jacinto888 Feb 29, 2012 @ 11:57 am | delete
    Very interesting toipc, i have never been out west but when I go i will have to check these out, thanks!
  • Cumberland Feb 29, 2012 @ 11:52 am | delete
    I have not had the privilege of seeing these wondrous giants of Nature, but I would like to.
  • SammySpam Feb 28, 2012 @ 6:05 am | delete
    That is so cool. Definitely want to do this at some stage.
  • kevingomes13 Feb 27, 2012 @ 10:53 pm | delete
    Ive gone through Klamath and Leggett Sequoias.This lens makes me want to go camping again!
  • Steve_Kaye Feb 25, 2012 @ 2:47 pm | delete
    There is a fallen Giant Sequoia on the road (literally) to Crescent Meadow in Sequoia National Park. We have driven through this tree many times.
  • alwaysjules Feb 24, 2012 @ 5:58 pm | delete
    I really enjoyed all of the pictures of people traveling through those trees through the years. What an interesting lens. Blessed by Squid Angel alwaysjules!
  • ChiroAustin Feb 17, 2012 @ 4:40 pm | delete
    I moved to Northern California from Connecticut and have always heard about the Redwoods! thank you for this lens, I will definitely be going to see them.
  • athena2011 Feb 15, 2012 @ 10:44 am | delete
    Very interesting lens. Now I know where those trees are. Sad that there are only 3 left. gave you a squidlike.
  • Feb 14, 2012 @ 2:04 pm | delete
    I have always wanted to visit these.
  • stajo82 Feb 13, 2012 @ 9:35 am | delete
    Lovely lens!
  • goo2eyes Feb 12, 2012 @ 10:48 am | delete
    when i visited my brother in sf, ca, he brought me to the redwood forest national park. i was so tiny compared to those giant conifers and redwood trees. i enjoyed your pictures and understand why you can't drive thru anymore. it is hazardous to drive thru, you'll never know when the trees will give way and fall down on you.angel blessings.
  • bullyingstatistics Feb 11, 2012 @ 2:55 pm | delete
    Wow, I'll have to visit one of these some day!
  • Natural_Skin_Care Feb 11, 2012 @ 1:53 pm | delete
    Until you see one, you can't appreciate how big and beautiful redwoods are. Great pics!
  • Feb 11, 2012 @ 12:11 pm | delete
    Boy, do you make me miss home. I was born and raised in Northern California, and now live in Indiana. Seeing this lens brings back memories of my grandparents taking us kids to see the drive-thru tree (I wish I could remember which one it was). I grew up around the red woods and do miss them greatly. You brought tears to my eyes. I am going to save up some money to go see them again. I want to thank you for making this lens. It is wonderful.
  • Tipi Feb 7, 2012 @ 11:17 pm | delete
    I love your drive through a giant redwood lens CCGAL. :)
  • senditondown Feb 6, 2012 @ 7:43 pm | delete
    Have never seen them but hope to someday. What a wonderful part of God's creation!
  • TWWSTUDIOS Feb 6, 2012 @ 6:23 pm | delete
    Awesome article, always wanted to go see the trees maybe this summer.
  • DANCINGCOWGIRLDESIGN Feb 6, 2012 @ 6:47 am | delete
    These trees are so cool looking and I bet it's a neat feeling to drive through one. i have an old pictures of my grandparents standing by one of those big trees but i don't believe it was a drive through, I'll have to get it out again. Very nice story here.
  • jercow75 Feb 5, 2012 @ 1:55 pm | delete
    You have my fiance ready to the trip. Great lens!
  • grnidlady Feb 4, 2012 @ 1:13 pm | delete
    what a great nostalgic lens!
  • dellgirl Feb 3, 2012 @ 9:41 pm | delete
    I’m just stopping by to say Hello. Congratulations on making Popular Pages , featured Lenses. Nice lens, thank you for sharing this information.
  • MasterOfSpanish Feb 3, 2012 @ 2:56 pm | delete
    I have not driven through a Giant Redwood tree yet! I can't wait for the day :)
  • curious0927 Feb 3, 2012 @ 1:20 pm | delete
    Beautiful, wonderful, gorgeous trees! Thanks for tour. I'll be back! Blessed.
  • JupiterJustice Feb 3, 2012 @ 12:55 pm | delete
    Amazing! I want to roll through a giant Redwood tree....
  • bossypants Feb 3, 2012 @ 11:07 am | delete
    I enjoyed your lens! I've been to one of these -- can't recall which and who knows where the photos are. It was a long time ago and the opening accomodated my big old Buick, so they are impressively large! Good memories with your lens. Thanks!
  • printabledolls Feb 3, 2012 @ 6:38 am | delete
    wow I want see this tree!
  • ptnjust007 Feb 2, 2012 @ 9:21 pm | delete
    magic!
    I wish to walk through such big trees one day
  • dynamicsandiegian Feb 2, 2012 @ 2:16 pm | delete
    Very nice lens. I am sad that there are only three left.
  • desertdarlene Feb 2, 2012 @ 8:42 am | delete
    I would love to see these trees some day.
  • hirephp Feb 1, 2012 @ 11:09 am | delete
    very nice tree i did't show the that type of tree before thanks for sharing
  • mowug1776 Feb 1, 2012 @ 3:20 am | delete
    graet lens!
  • lravidlearner Jan 31, 2012 @ 3:29 pm | delete
    I had the awesome experiencing of driving through the Shrine Tree. To me the giant redwoods are as awesome a sight (and touch) as I've ever experienced.
  • WriterJanis Jan 31, 2012 @ 3:00 pm | delete
    The photos you chose really brought this lens to life.
  • navalava Jan 31, 2012 @ 2:33 pm | delete
    Amasing! Love the idea of going thought the giant tree!
    Thank you for sharing this with us!
  • ISparkle Jan 31, 2012 @ 1:33 pm | delete
    Wow this is so cool and the old pictures of times gone by, sterling.
    Thanks for the this lens it is great.
  • ronberry Jan 31, 2012 @ 11:52 am | delete
    I marvel at these incredible natural wonders. It must be like gazing out at the ocean and realizing just how big a place this earth really is. Wonderful pictures and a great lens. Bravo!
  • ViJuvenate Jan 31, 2012 @ 12:09 am | delete
    I miss the sequoias and the redwoods of California. Such magnificent trees. My favorite trip was a hike with my two sisters on the John Muir trail. Not enough time in my life to enjoy all the amazing places God created.
  • miaponzo Jan 30, 2012 @ 11:41 pm | delete
    I have always wanted to see the redwoods! Blessed!
  • John_Michael Jan 30, 2012 @ 6:48 pm | delete
    INteresting presentation... thanks for the info
  • ThatsYourPeople Jan 30, 2012 @ 1:37 pm | delete
    Thanks for the flashback! My family took a trip through the Giant Redwoods when I was two or three. We still have a picture somewhere. I'm taking a trip up north this summer with my family. You've just added an item to our agenda.
  • Mahogany Jan 30, 2012 @ 9:26 am | delete
    Cool lens! I would have thought that cutting through the tree in that way would kill it, but it seems not. This is interesting.
  • WeddingZazzle Jan 30, 2012 @ 12:48 am | delete
    Blessed by a Squid Angel :)
  • desa999 Jan 29, 2012 @ 11:25 pm | delete
    Amazing photos on a very interesting drive thru.
  • shermanmorrison Jan 29, 2012 @ 10:28 pm | delete
    Great lens! I'll have to check these out someday when I get out west. Thanks!
  • Edutopia Jan 29, 2012 @ 10:16 pm | delete
    This is a great lens, and I've always wanted to take a drive down this highway.
  • cleanyoucar Jan 29, 2012 @ 8:07 pm | delete
    Love the pictures of the redwoods, I hope they don't cut em trees down here in the philippines, it causes a lot of floods - deforestation
  • timo5150 Jan 29, 2012 @ 6:51 pm | delete
    Nice Lens, I use to live up there and have been through 2 of the drive troughs and you are absolutely correct until you have seen them there is nothing to compare them to.
  • GayleMcLaughlin Jan 29, 2012 @ 4:52 pm | delete
    I drove through the redwoods in 1958. Thanks for the memories!
  • PastorCher Jan 29, 2012 @ 4:17 pm | delete
    Remarkable trees. Just more of God's handiwork.
  • Tipi Jan 29, 2012 @ 3:14 pm | delete
    Sorry my blessing hasn't worn off yet...returning to congratulated you on front page honors, its always a pleasure to drive through you redwoods!
  • sherridan Jan 28, 2012 @ 6:08 pm | delete
    What an amazing lens and an incredible collection of pictures - how sad that only three remain.
  • grflgrfl Jan 26, 2012 @ 11:26 am | delete
    Beautiful photos. Love the historical aspect of the information. Thank you.
  • MillBucks Jan 25, 2012 @ 1:47 pm | delete
    Beautiful lens, I am blessed to be living in California and have these Sequoias and Redwoods nearby. In fact the nations Christmas tree is only about 60 miles from me. Very beautiful specimens indeed!
  • Scanabella Jan 24, 2012 @ 10:58 pm | delete
    Best lens ever! I'm speechless!
  • JackieSonia Jan 24, 2012 @ 8:28 pm | delete
    Great lens. I'd like to drive through one.
  • ladybugstuff Jan 20, 2012 @ 10:43 pm | delete
    We went through at least one of these trees when I was little.
  • raincoats Jan 19, 2012 @ 8:58 am | delete
    My aunt & uncle got married in one! They are so beautiful. :)
  • Apalmer001 Jan 19, 2012 @ 8:44 am | delete
    We watched the movie Planet of the Apes which had giant redwoods and being from Ohio my kids were in awe of their size. I am going to show them your lens after school and I bet they are going to oooohhh and ahhhh all the way down the page!
  • Joan4 Jan 17, 2012 @ 12:21 pm | delete
    stopping by to visit one of my favorite lenses on Squidoo and sprinkle a little angel dust, too!
  • webkangaroo Jan 16, 2012 @ 9:48 am | delete
    I did this in a van -- we had to fold in all the mirrors and almost got stuck...
  • SecondHandJoe Jan 14, 2012 @ 4:10 pm | delete
    I have a big print of the Coolidge Tree in my basement. It was there when I bought the house and looks like it was there since they first printed it! (My house, here in NY, was built in 1930) It's about 2' x 1-1/2' and in beautiful original black and white condition. Fun to read your article and look at modern video!
  • jeremykim2011 Jan 11, 2012 @ 2:50 am | delete
    I love your lens! I wish I could drive through a redwood. Someday!
  • bloomingrose Jan 9, 2012 @ 11:39 pm | delete
    Wow, I am impressed and I have a new goal to travel up to Leggett from the SF Bay area and drive through the tree.
  • zap1994 Jan 7, 2012 @ 10:41 am | delete
    They are amazining trees!
  • itgraphix Jan 7, 2012 @ 12:28 am | delete
    I want to go there sometime. Nice looking lens
  • tvyps Jan 1, 2012 @ 2:57 am | delete
    Loved this lens because I have been there. I recommend that everyone visit the Redwoods at least once before they die, put it on your Bucket List! Blessed!
  • Tipi Dec 31, 2011 @ 7:10 pm | delete
    You have added so much since I stopped by to bless this again. Its gone to a whole new level and deserves such a high ranting on Squidoo. ~ Happy New Year!
  • Jeimuzu-san Dec 26, 2011 @ 7:37 pm | delete
    I'm growing some Giant Redwood and Coastal Sequoia's in my greenhouse, trying to bonsai them as best as possible - My best Sequoia has even sprouted a second trunk!
    I've tried growing some dawn redwood but didn't get any seedlings, maybe i should try again next year as i still have thousands of seeds left!
  • adventuretravelshop Dec 21, 2011 @ 10:56 am | delete
    Very interesting lens. Informative and great images. Tanks a lot.
  • oceansky Dec 18, 2011 @ 3:40 am | delete
    I really enjoyed reading your lens. The trees are an amazing part of our history.
  • betamech11 Dec 13, 2011 @ 4:54 am | delete
    Cool Trees and lens! Never had the chance to see one!
  • ladykay Dec 9, 2011 @ 10:22 pm | delete
    This was so cool! Thank you for sharing this amazing lens! I am new to suiddo and so happy to be here.
  • Lifeboost Dec 9, 2011 @ 5:05 pm | delete
    Loved this lens so much when I visited it before, I had to pop back and bless it now that I have wings! Blessed. :)
  • jimmyworldstar Dec 3, 2011 @ 3:31 pm | delete
    Incredible pictures! Do you know how they carved out the redwood trees in the past? It's stunning to see them used as far back as the 30s.
  • krakensquid Dec 3, 2011 @ 3:30 am | delete
    Great lens, a very interesting read. Really seems to be an unique experience!
  • h2ofs1 Dec 2, 2011 @ 6:35 pm | delete
    One of the most amazing experiences of my life! Great lens and magic trees:)
  • ekkoautos Nov 30, 2011 @ 9:00 pm | delete
    Wow, it must be a wonderful experience and great memory.
  • lucky_izan Nov 24, 2011 @ 10:49 pm | delete
    it's amazing tree, nice lens
  • amieljaven Nov 24, 2011 @ 5:25 am | delete
    very nice lens Thanks for sharing.Squid liked!!
  • Dress2Impress Nov 23, 2011 @ 2:47 am | delete
    my mom did this last summer! She had a great time
  • Moonbeam973 Nov 20, 2011 @ 5:05 pm | delete
    Very informative lens; thanks for sharing : )
  • SBToolkit Nov 20, 2011 @ 12:51 pm | delete
    Redwoods are incredible trees, but my favourite kinds are Baobab.
  • BunnyFabulous Nov 19, 2011 @ 6:03 pm | delete
    Very cool. Great info and intriguing topic.
  • srioschavez Nov 19, 2011 @ 9:55 am | delete
    great lens i have never seen trees like that
  • BuddyBink Nov 17, 2011 @ 6:42 pm | delete
    I studied Forestry at school and these trees were included mostly because of their size. Amazing things. Nice lens.
  • JoshK47 Nov 17, 2011 @ 10:07 am | delete
    Very interesting read - thanks very much for sharing!
  • OrganicHealth3 Nov 16, 2011 @ 3:02 pm | delete
    Very unique lens. I would really like to see these trees in person some day. I had no idea you could actually grow them in your back yard. When they get very large wouldnt they begin to damage the foundation of your home with their roots? I plan to see them one day. But thanks for posting all the pictures in this lens.
  • Rantsand Nov 16, 2011 @ 1:10 pm | delete
    wow, I remember driving through one of these trees as a kid and it left quite an impression. This was a nice trip down memory lane. Thank you for the lens :-)
  • luckyone924 Nov 15, 2011 @ 9:39 am | delete
    I enjoyed your lens! :)
  • Poetryman Nov 14, 2011 @ 6:47 pm | delete
    an astounding lens
  • MoonMaa Nov 14, 2011 @ 6:32 pm | delete
    These trees are just beautiful. My mom went to Yosemite back in 2001 with my brother. She said it was amazing to see those trees and the whole park in person. She said it was truly remarkable.
  • nancycarol Nov 14, 2011 @ 2:15 pm | delete
    I have visited these gorgeous, breathtaking trees. A feeling of awe comes over you when standing in their presence. Thanks for sharing the trees with folks who may not be able to get there. Blessed.
  • GypsyOwl Nov 14, 2011 @ 1:47 pm | delete
    Congratulations on you Front Page feature on Squidoo.com ♥ I saw it there a few moments ago. Wow! This page about the Giant Redwood Drive Through is really winning a lot of awards (Purple Star, LOTD). Congratulations! Here are 5 virtual stars for you ***** ♥
  • emmajo Nov 14, 2011 @ 3:46 am | delete
    so cool! I'd love to do that!
  • SiochainGraSonas Nov 13, 2011 @ 9:52 pm | delete
    wonderful lens
  • markettrol Nov 10, 2011 @ 1:14 am | delete
    Great lens....well put together.....Thanks
  • MyDestination Nov 9, 2011 @ 9:30 am | delete
    This lens makes me want to drive through a tree!
  • KatieLay Nov 8, 2011 @ 1:53 pm | delete
    I have yet to experience this but I would love to drive through one, seems like it would be a lot of fun.
  • laxcarrental Nov 6, 2011 @ 12:51 am | delete
    Absolutely superb - driving through the Legget tree was one of my favorite experiences driving up to the Avenue of Giants in Northern California. Thanks for sharing this lens!
  • wiedruce Nov 5, 2011 @ 10:03 am | delete
    wow..the trees are so huge and awesome!! great lens!
  • brlavix Nov 4, 2011 @ 3:10 pm | delete
    If you're planning a vacation, hit up Yosemite, Sequoia National Park, and Death Valley all in the same trip.
  • Lindrus Nov 1, 2011 @ 4:05 am | delete
    How cool! I love your lens!
  • kmcvay Oct 31, 2011 @ 12:45 pm | delete
    Wow, another lens filled with memories! I was raised in Northern California, and love the Redwoods... many, many thanks.
  • HuntAndFishGuides Oct 29, 2011 @ 11:24 pm | delete
    Seeing the giant sequoias is definitely on my bucket list! Thanks for creating this lens!
  • Lifeboost Oct 29, 2011 @ 2:16 pm | delete
    What a brilliant lens! I've never seen a Redwood in real life, but have heard of them - although I've never seen so much information and so many photos of them before - just fascinating! :)
  • tenger Oct 27, 2011 @ 10:11 pm | delete
    Did it once. Scary feeling. Those things are enormous.
  • food_monkey Oct 24, 2011 @ 4:58 pm | delete
    cool lens!
  • WildWilliams Oct 23, 2011 @ 3:55 am | delete
    On one of our family vacations we drove through Wawona Tree in Yosemite in the 1960's. I think that makes me nearly as old as the tree!
  • cffutah Oct 19, 2011 @ 9:22 pm | delete
    I'm from Redding, CA so going to the Redwoods was a annual appearance by my family. In Utah now and your lens took me back to my childhood, 'thumbs up' for your beautiful lens.
  • SaintFrantic Oct 9, 2011 @ 1:54 pm | delete
    That tree is massive.
  • ourmarket Oct 9, 2011 @ 8:11 am | delete
    Love your site I had no idea about these trees
  • lestroischenes Oct 7, 2011 @ 5:29 am | delete
    I must admit that being British and living in France the whole concept of driving through a tree is totally alien, so I found your lens absolutely fascinating. You learn something new every day!
  • TamaraKajari Oct 3, 2011 @ 3:32 am | delete
    Simply gorgeous! My kids would love that experience :)
  • SoonerOrLater Oct 2, 2011 @ 6:41 pm | delete
    Just amazing!
  • audiocloth Oct 2, 2011 @ 10:18 am | delete
    Congratulations of finding an image of a modern car being driven through a tree, most of the images I see are 1970s or earlier.
  • scholarshipdirectory Sep 30, 2011 @ 5:57 pm | delete
    love the pics of the AMC cars. Kinda miss them...
  • Sk8er_Boy Sep 30, 2011 @ 2:00 am | delete
    Awesome lens! I live about an hour from Sequoia National Park, and really enjoy going to see the redwoods there. I also live about two hours from Yosemite National Park and and I really enjoy going there too.
  • legaleze Sep 29, 2011 @ 6:55 pm | delete
    What a cool post. I know I am driving through a tree on my next vacation.
  • Props-n-Frocks-Fancy-Dress Sep 25, 2011 @ 5:48 am | delete
    What a great lens, I have never seen a giant redwood, but it is way up high on my 'to do' list! What a shame so many of these great giants have been felled. Everyone MUST work to save the ones remaining!
  • Surfer83 Sep 24, 2011 @ 10:40 am | delete
    Nice info thank you for sharing.
  • hankmolini Sep 23, 2011 @ 6:52 pm | delete
    Kings Canyon is AMAZING! I remember going there as a kid and definitely want to go back with my family some day!
  • seedplanter Sep 21, 2011 @ 9:35 pm | delete
    Lovely lens - and timely, too! I've been on a photo shoot at Yosemite all week, and visited Mariposa Grove yesterday. Great lens - thanks!
  • finalfantasyxvi Sep 21, 2011 @ 9:11 pm | delete
    Amazing lens! I love it!
  • gracesdaughter Sep 20, 2011 @ 1:35 pm | delete
    Fabulous lens!! I'm impressed with the depth and breadth of your content. Will definitely share with a dear friend who loves the Redwoods. Be well :-)
  • brando87 Sep 16, 2011 @ 6:01 pm | delete
    amazing
  • plrsource Sep 16, 2011 @ 12:57 pm | delete
    Excellent lens,Great job,Great Information,would like to get there someday.....
  • Noelle_and_Dan Sep 16, 2011 @ 11:03 am | delete
    Nice set of photos showing the auto and human history with these trees. I do wish they would stop letting people drive through the trees, sort of like an insult to such lovely redwoods.

    Along the coast, my husband and I stayed in a rustic cabin built under the canopy of redwood trees. We walked up through area that had burned years before, amazing these tall trees made it through the fires.
  • ashwani295 Sep 13, 2011 @ 2:36 am | delete
    nice information sharing its really amazing...........
  • lbrummer Sep 12, 2011 @ 8:55 pm | delete
    Beautiful pictures and nice informative lens. Would love to see those trees.
  • The_Vox Sep 12, 2011 @ 7:54 pm | delete
    I had no idea these existed! I'm going to make a mental note to go visit these. Thanks for the article!
  • intermarks Sep 12, 2011 @ 5:18 am | delete
    Wow! The tree is really so huge! It is hard to believe there are still such a giant trees exist in this world. I wish I can see and touch it with my own eyes and hands.
  • anxiety247 Sep 8, 2011 @ 9:29 pm | delete
    What a great lens! I just drove through the Avenue of The Giants last month, but missed the Chandelier Tree this time.

    I love those huge redwoods...so awesome to see.
  • NidhiRajat Sep 6, 2011 @ 2:22 am | delete
    I would love to go there..congrats for purple star and lens of the day.>>>.
  • LisaAuch Sep 3, 2011 @ 6:18 pm | delete
    although I have been here before, I loved re-sisiting this magnificent page!
  • Hirsilinna Sep 3, 2011 @ 1:07 pm | delete
    A truly novel idea for a lens. Well written. This really makes me want to go and drive through one.
  • The_Idea_Gal Sep 3, 2011 @ 9:13 am | delete
    Amazing lens, info and photos, thanks so much for sharing!
  • Photahsiamirabel Sep 3, 2011 @ 6:27 am | delete
    I am glad they don't cut holes in such marvellous trees anymore. :) Blessed on a bus trip today!
  • TheGourmetCoffeeGuy Sep 2, 2011 @ 4:09 pm | delete
    We have not had the pleasure and thrill to drive through a giant redwood but have always wanted to do so with my family. Your lens is great in that all the photos and content depict the experience in a very real way. Appreciate your sharing it, enjoyed it very much.
  • CCGAL Sep 3, 2011 @ 12:19 pm | delete
    Thank you! I am anxious to get back there in 2012 to take current photos for addition here.
  • dubsport01 Sep 1, 2011 @ 8:52 am | delete
    man i wanna drive through a tree
  • CCGAL Sep 3, 2011 @ 12:20 pm | delete
    They are quite an experience - until you've stood next to one and felt tiny in comparison, it's hard to really appreciate how big they are. I hope you get to visit one soon!
  • dexter-yarbrough Aug 31, 2011 @ 4:33 pm | delete
    I really enjoyed this lens. Thanks so much for sharing.
  • CCGAL Sep 3, 2011 @ 12:21 pm | delete
    And I thank YOU for your visit! I love these drive through trees.
  • pantar Aug 30, 2011 @ 7:11 am | delete
    Wow. Didn't know you can drive trough a tree. Nice! Would like to try it one day.
  • CCGAL Sep 3, 2011 @ 12:23 pm | delete
    With only 3 drive through trees remaining, and all within about 200 miles of each other, I hope you do get the chance to visit. The trip is a bucket list item for sure.
  • pangaloon Aug 29, 2011 @ 1:57 pm | delete
    I am a self confessed tree-hugger, so I really love this lens. Those red woods are awesome, they must have seen some things in their life. I would love to visit them one day .
  • CCGAL Sep 3, 2011 @ 12:25 pm | delete
    Oh, I hope you do get to visit. Ladybird Johnson Grove just north of Orick, CA, has the tallest tree and many wonderful hiking trails. There is nothing on earth like the Giant Coastal Redwoods, and I wish everybody could come and experience them at least once.
  • scarlettohairy Aug 28, 2011 @ 11:24 pm | delete
    Love this lens! I have an old paperweight (wood base with an image of a car driving through a redwood with a glass bubble top) that was my aunt's. I'd love to drive through one of these trees.
  • CCGAL Sep 3, 2011 @ 12:26 pm | delete
    Oh, that paper weight would be priceless to me if I were you - memories of a long gone era and of a relative too. I hope you get to visit the trees. You will love them, I bet.
  • LaraineRose Aug 28, 2011 @ 12:31 am | delete
    A very lovely lens .. it brings back fond memories. I am very familiar with the redwood giants. I remember a time when there was no charge to go through the trees with your car. On a recent visit, I was surprised that there was a charge. There was another tree situated in Vancouver's Stanley Park, Canada, that was big enough for a car to go through. Unfortunately it was burned .. on purpose or accidently .. I'm not sure. I agree that these trees should be protected but I also believe that everyone should have a chance to see, touch and photograph them.
  • CCGAL Sep 3, 2011 @ 12:27 pm | delete
    Oh, I totally agree. I'm glad we aren't cutting the remaining old growth forests, but at the same time I'm also glad we still have 3 of the drive through trees. Thank you for the visit!
  • Teddi14 Aug 27, 2011 @ 2:20 pm | delete
    What a great lens. Love all the pictures. I did not know about the drive through trees at all.
  • CCGAL Sep 3, 2011 @ 12:28 pm | delete
    Thank you so much! I love my trees and this summer I vowed to go back next year. Hot Hot Hot in Texas. I'm roasted. Sure miss the cool fog and the shade from the trees up there.
  • dannystaple Aug 26, 2011 @ 4:16 am | delete
    This is amazing. I'd love to see one of those face to face one day. I'd love to walk under the one with a chimney and look up.
  • CCGAL Sep 3, 2011 @ 12:30 pm | delete
    The Shrine Tree is the one with the chimney, but along Highway 101 there are a couple of other chimney trees you can visit. One is just south of Garberville, and it's got a gift shop built right inside the tree. The other is actually called Chimney Tree and it's on the Avenue of the Giants scenic byway. I'm going to go take photos and write about both of those next summer. I hope you get to visit.
  • LadyCharlie Aug 25, 2011 @ 3:20 pm | delete
    Wow...great lens. I had no idea those trees were so big!
  • CCGAL Sep 3, 2011 @ 12:33 pm | delete
    They are huge, but there are even larger ones that have not had openings in them - there's one famous tree we call "General Sherman" that's in Stout Grove. You drive down an old logging road to reach it, and park in a state maintained paved parking area, then hike in to see it. I should write a page about the General one of these days - I've got photos of it that span my children's lifetimes. Thanks for the idea, and the visit!
  • shivnagsudhakar Aug 20, 2011 @ 4:15 am | delete
    good
  • jessicahoward Aug 18, 2011 @ 11:11 pm | delete
    Great lens......I really enjoyed your lens very much -- I know you done a lot of work into it! I love your photos and old postcards of the Giant Redwoods in California. I have always been fascinated with Redwoods, not only for their huge size, but also for the durability of the wood once harvested.....Well done....Thank you for sharing such a fantastic lens......:)
  • Alexandra2011 Aug 18, 2011 @ 10:06 am | delete
    Really cool, would love to see these in real life. Just imagine a forest of them...amazing.
  • MiddleSister Aug 17, 2011 @ 1:36 pm | delete
    I wasn't driving. Dad was. I grew up in California in the sixties. I love those giant trees! This lens brought back the smell of those woods. Thank you.
  • NoobWriter Aug 16, 2011 @ 10:06 am | delete
    Super duper lens. Not a bad idea to make a lens on this kind of subject. Isn't it?
  • Joan4 Aug 15, 2011 @ 3:37 pm | delete
    Stopping by on my SquidAngel school bus trip to leave a special blessing for one of my favorite pages on all of Squidoo!
  • Douglas_Brent Aug 15, 2011 @ 11:15 am | delete
    such a fresh lens, I just love it
  • RenaissanceWoman2010 Aug 15, 2011 @ 10:59 am | delete
    Trees are one of my favorite living things. I look forward to every experience that allows me to appreciate the splendor of these wonders. While I have not yet experienced the awe of being in the presence of the giant redwoods, I know that one day soon I will make that dream come true.
  • anticloud Aug 15, 2011 @ 10:56 am | delete
    I hope to drive through a redwood some day. I enjoyed all of the cool pictures and videos you put together here. I would have never thought they were out there. Thanks!
  • lemonsqueezy Aug 15, 2011 @ 7:54 am | delete
    I need to add this to my bucket list. Great pictures!
  • Irenemaria Aug 15, 2011 @ 7:32 am | delete
    I would be happy just cuddle one of these giants
  • tordon Aug 14, 2011 @ 10:50 am | delete
    We would love to drive through a redwood, they are just simply amazing. Thanks for the wonderful lens, feeling like a road trip!
  • davidcam Aug 11, 2011 @ 12:37 am | delete
    Very nice lens I hope to make it out...
  • MareeT Aug 8, 2011 @ 2:34 pm | delete
    Awesome lens! Hope to be able see the Redwoods someday!
  • PeteSchultz Aug 5, 2011 @ 4:39 pm | delete
    A fun travel lens, and how interesting to learn you can buy one to plant in your yard...mine is too small, and I believe the climate is too cold. But that would be really cool.
  • carcamping Aug 4, 2011 @ 3:11 pm | delete
    I liked this lens a lot! I never realized how big redwoods are! Thanks!
  • allialso Aug 4, 2011 @ 5:26 am | delete
    These giants are awesome! I remember going to one in Yosemite but I'm pretty sure that you could no longer drive through it, maybe my memory is playing tricks with me?

    I wonder if there are any trees here in Europe that are similar to these or if it is specific to redwoods?
  • trippste Aug 1, 2011 @ 6:47 pm | delete
    Wow your lenses are great!
  • pawpaw911 Jul 15, 2011 @ 3:56 pm | delete
    I hope to make it out there some day.
  • puertoricoistheplace Jul 15, 2011 @ 1:21 am | delete
    Very nice lens! Beautiful.
  • Jul 12, 2011 @ 5:54 pm | delete
    Nice lens. I love these trees and this area of California. I haven't seen one of these drive through trees though. Lots of cool information here from e-bay souveniers to detailed information on these trees. Thank you.
  • SLHamilton Jul 6, 2011 @ 10:05 pm | delete
    It's a shame what people have done to these majestic giants. Just seeing them is a beautiful experience. Don't quite know why people felt they had to cut huge holes through them for recreation. Certainly glad that is no longer being done.
  • imaginationrunswild Jul 1, 2011 @ 8:18 am | delete
    I'm on my way to see the red woods in California, I leave in a few weeks. This is a trip I never thought I would be taking and am excited about. Visiting your lens makes me want add going through one of these red woods to my trip.
  • Tipi Jun 29, 2011 @ 5:48 pm | delete
    I knew I'd get back here some day with a blessing for this page. I would love to visit the Giant Redwoods, this is as close as I've gotten so far.
  • NorDac Jun 28, 2011 @ 9:27 pm | delete
    I've been through one in the Oric area on the upper Northern California coast.
  • LizMac60 Jun 25, 2011 @ 2:35 pm | delete
    What a wonderful experience to just be near one of these trees.
  • hessa_johnson Jun 24, 2011 @ 10:59 am | delete
    Loved the photos, especially the old vintage ones. Would be great even just to see the forest itself!
  • TapIn2U Jun 10, 2011 @ 1:36 pm | delete
    Did they really put that hole in the tree?Poor thing. But I admit, it must be a thrill to drive through one. Enjoyed the photos and videos here. Fantastic lens! Hey, do you need a daily dose of happy quotes? Check out my newest lens, "Happy Quotes Happiness" and find hundreds of happy quotes. Be happy and share your thoughts, too! Thanks. Sundae ;-)
  • Margo_Arrowsmith May 30, 2011 @ 5:15 am | delete
    Angel blessed
  • dogface May 29, 2011 @ 5:20 am | delete
    Huh, epic! :D And interesting, too!
  • annmackiemiller May 28, 2011 @ 8:48 am | delete
    great lens, Angel blessed (though it hardly needs it ) and I will feature it on my Squid Angel Road Trip lens when it is done - cheers
  • RawBill May 22, 2011 @ 2:11 pm | delete
    What an awesome lens. I am in Australia, but I visited the Sequoia National Park in 1998 and was amazed by the size of the trees. We did not get to see any drive through trees though as we were there in the snow at the start of spring. I have a photo of me and a Sequoia in my lens "Travel And Adventure"
  • LikinTrikin May 14, 2011 @ 9:06 pm | delete
    What a fantastic lens. My husband and I love to travel, we'll be relocating in several months to the lovely state of Arizona. Hopefully when we settle in we can take the trike up and see these beautiful giants :)
  • jamesnodturft May 13, 2011 @ 10:23 am | delete
    I've always wanted to do this. On my honeymoon, we actually ate lunch inside a giant redwood in Yosemite.
  • marckq May 9, 2011 @ 12:32 am | delete
    Awesome! I had a fun time reading this lens with my kids.
  • Retro_Loco May 8, 2011 @ 10:49 pm | delete
    I thoroughly enjoyed this lens -- I know you put a lot of work into it! I love your photos and old postcards of the Giant Redwoods in California. I have always been fascinated with Redwoods, not only for their immense size, but also for the durability of the wood once harvested. I remember seeing photos of cars driving through these trees when I was a child, and I thought they were Photoshopped! Just kidding. There was NO Photoshop when I was a child, (I had an Etch A Sketch) but I didn't think those were actual photos I saw, because I didn't think trees could get that big!
  • Cumberland May 8, 2011 @ 9:05 am | delete
    Super Cool! I have seen Giant Redwood pictures for years and certainly the most impressive are those with "Drive Thru's. Thanks for the lens. I enjoyed it.
  • marciag May 8, 2011 @ 8:47 am | delete
    Wow these pictures are amazing, it's almost like I'm right there. Really wonderful captivation of the trees!
  • momsfunny May 1, 2011 @ 8:15 am | delete
    God in all his Glory! Thank you so much for showcasing this beautiful lens. These trees fascinates me a lot.You've made it so beautifully. Do keep up the good works!=)
  • MonikaWeise Apr 30, 2011 @ 8:37 pm | delete
    What wonderful pictures and videos of these majestic trees!
  • tamarindcandy Apr 30, 2011 @ 10:52 am | delete
    Just saying hi, been loving your lenses!
  • NYThroughTheLens Apr 23, 2011 @ 1:37 pm | delete
    Beautiful lens.
  • kathysart Apr 20, 2011 @ 12:53 pm | delete
    I HAVE! It is such an amazing thing. THUMBS UP on this wonderful lens.
  • sagebrush_mama Apr 19, 2011 @ 6:03 pm | delete
    My family did this when I was in high school! These trees are so amazing!
  • pheonix76 Apr 15, 2011 @ 9:36 pm | delete
    Nice lens about these beautiful trees. Am heading to your second page now. :)
  • TokyoHeart Apr 14, 2011 @ 12:54 pm | delete
    I didn't even know this was possible, it's like something out of fairytale. I'm jealous!
  • synotrip Apr 14, 2011 @ 7:31 am | delete
    very interesting!
  • ShirleySunshine Apr 12, 2011 @ 12:37 pm | delete
    Great Lens, so interesting. I have seen pictures like these before, but the trees really come to life here!
  • meisgood132 Apr 12, 2011 @ 9:19 am | delete
    Nope I have never even seen a giant redwood in real life.
  • UKGhostwriter Apr 9, 2011 @ 4:19 pm | delete
    Fantastic! -it took me back to the Millenium holiday 1999/2000 we spent in Yosemite
  • aesta1 Apr 1, 2011 @ 2:25 am | delete
    Just came back to bless this lens. I haven't seen anything like this before.
  • Annamadagan Mar 13, 2011 @ 3:41 pm | delete
    Cool lens. I think it would be cool to make a house out of one of these HUGE trees!
  • franksms Mar 13, 2011 @ 9:30 am | delete
    Back in the 1950's my parents took us on a trip to northern California, and went through the Redwood Wawona, it is still one of ny most vivid memories of that trip.
  • bestsavemarriagenow Mar 4, 2011 @ 6:49 pm | delete
    Love this! I so want to visit and do this one day. These trees are amazing!
  • CruiseReady Mar 3, 2011 @ 7:49 pm | delete
    A beauty of a lens.
  • gitunga Mar 2, 2011 @ 3:16 am | delete
    wonderful place to pass through.
  • Kathryn002 Mar 1, 2011 @ 5:48 pm | delete
    Really unique concept and great lens. :)
  • MamaBelle Mar 1, 2011 @ 8:53 am | delete
    Oh, wow. I've always wanted to see giant redwood trees.
  • jvsper63 Feb 28, 2011 @ 3:49 pm | delete
    It is beautiful there. My dream place to live.Great lens
  • Globester_Travel Feb 18, 2011 @ 4:08 am | delete
    Hi
    I can't imagine that this type place are available on the earth. while I am looking your article I fully surprise where am i right now. Really wonder full...

    Thanks
  • Obscure_Treasures Feb 16, 2011 @ 4:50 am | delete
    Wow! A new concept to me! Nice lens!
  • ben-teen Feb 13, 2011 @ 5:37 am | delete
    Wow, it is just amazing to imagine these trees being so big that you could drive a car through them - simply amazing!
  • crazycuriosity Feb 11, 2011 @ 11:30 pm | delete
    Great Lens. I am new and enjoying Squidoo very much.
  • CoolFoto Feb 4, 2011 @ 8:35 pm | delete
    This brings back the memory of the trip my family made when I was 16. We drove from Detroit to San Diego and went through a Giant Redwood. Blessed by the Neighborhood Angel.
  • moonlitta Feb 3, 2011 @ 12:27 pm | delete
    When I was a kid I had a book with a story about redwood and gnomes, very interesting. I imagined the giant trees -and then the little gnomes, and I can still remember my imagination going wild on them. Very pleasant memory for a lifetime. (Never seen them live though)
  • dflights Feb 3, 2011 @ 5:20 am | delete
    it is really great.... I am also wanting to visit this place..
  • californiapch Feb 2, 2011 @ 9:41 pm | delete
    after visiting this lense, i feel like i've been on a mini vacation.
    if only, squidoo could come up with a "scent" module that allows visitors to enjoy the wonderful smell of pine and a forest "sound" module to supplement your wonderful visuals.
  • RascalO Feb 1, 2011 @ 8:57 pm | delete
    awesome lens about awesome trees. Its amazing what nature is capable of! Thanks.
  • TheresaAnn Feb 1, 2011 @ 2:18 pm | delete
    Wow this is great. I'm going to put this on my Bucketlist!!!!
  • Chris Kelley, Framingham, MA Jan 31, 2011 @ 2:19 pm | delete
    Great Pictures!
  • Chris Kelley, Framingham, MA Jan 31, 2011 @ 2:19 pm | delete
    Great Pictures!
  • PaulOnBooks Jan 30, 2011 @ 9:01 am | delete
    Magnificent trees - and congrats on the lens.
  • Turkey-Tours-by-Archaeologous Jan 30, 2011 @ 6:07 am | delete
    Yes, I've been driven through them when I was a child.. What magic. Looks even bigger and more impressive when you are small. Your site is a real treasure of these old photos. Thanks
  • tigerheartlegend Jan 29, 2011 @ 11:51 pm | delete
    Wow! I look forward to visiting at least one of these drive through redwoods soon.
  • hershel01 Jan 29, 2011 @ 4:09 pm | delete
    I have always wanted to see these tree's and I never have been there, it is on my bucket list of things to do.
  • Hairdresser007 Jan 27, 2011 @ 12:27 am | delete
    I remember driving through one when we were kids. One time we were in a pop up VW van and we weren't able to drive through cuz it was too tall!!!
  • AshAffiches Jan 24, 2011 @ 8:04 pm | delete
    Your photos are beautiful. must be an amazing experience to be there
  • haidermex Jan 24, 2011 @ 8:40 am | delete
    Poor tree><, though it looks too funny :P
  • haidermex Jan 24, 2011 @ 8:39 am | delete
    Poor tree><, though it looks too funny :P
  • gypsyman27 Jan 21, 2011 @ 2:23 pm | delete
    Good lens, interesting here-to-fore unknown (by me) information. See you around the galaxy...
  • dreamtravelvacation Jan 20, 2011 @ 5:58 pm | delete
    Driving through a tree was fun. I used to live 1 1/2 hours away from the Avenue of the Giants so I took that opportunity to go and explore that area. Also, good place to visit is Eureka which is not far from Redwoods Highway.
  • vickeylynn Jan 20, 2011 @ 11:06 am | delete
    Thank you for posting this lens... I think this would be a great place to visit... I cant imagine being able to drive through a tree....
  • imolaK Jan 18, 2011 @ 1:38 am | delete
    It must be an amazing place. I enjoyed reading your lens.
  • AnnaleeBlysse Jan 17, 2011 @ 5:42 pm | delete
    Fun use of vintage images!
  • bejeezers Jan 16, 2011 @ 9:45 am | delete
    Wonderful - would love to do this.
  • ChrisDay Jan 14, 2011 @ 5:31 am | delete
    Amazing trees, amazing pictures. Do the trees cope OK with this tunnelling?
  • Andrew_Pardi Jan 13, 2011 @ 11:29 pm | delete
    I always found these trees amazing I live on the east coast but if I ever go to California I would definitely have to go see them
  • CastleRoy Jan 9, 2011 @ 5:28 pm | delete
    I hope in my lifetime to see such beauty of fantastic large tall trees these drive through images are fantastic love them thanks for sharing and for the information. great lens
  • gobbleupinfo Jan 9, 2011 @ 4:12 pm | delete
    We were out in California in 1969 and went to see the Wawona Tree in the Mariposa Grove, Yosemite National Park, CA. Imagine our complete dismay when they said it had burned. Oh well, at least we heard a momma bear and saw her 2 cubs.

    The cubs showed up in the parking lot and a number of other tourists decided the day shouldn't be a total loss. Since they couldn't see the tree, they'd feed the cubs instead. (Can you say DUMB?)

    My husband said we'd better get to the car before the mother got to the parking lot. As we left the parking lot, we heard momma roaring and, moments later, the roars of cars starting.
  • sustainableartist Jan 8, 2011 @ 9:56 pm | delete
    Nice lens! I've driven through one of these and it's a great memory.
  • MirandaBrooks Jan 5, 2011 @ 2:21 pm | delete
    I've been there! Your lens brought back wonderful memories, thank you :)
  • capriliz Jan 3, 2011 @ 12:43 pm | delete
    I love your photos included here! I saw the giant redwoods when I lived in CA. It is a site you never forget.
  • grandmamarilyn Jan 3, 2011 @ 1:06 am | delete
    I remember driving through the Redwood in Northern California but would have no idea which it was because I was about 6 at the time. They are some gorgeous trees though.
  • venitalynn Dec 29, 2010 @ 8:26 pm | delete
    Oh I totally read this as "dive" instead of "drive" and I thought, "How on Earth do I do that?" But yes, I've driven through the Giant Redwood. The Redwood Forest is one of my favorite places, and it's the closest thing I'll get to some of the places in World of Warcraft. (I'm a nerd - don't tell!)
  • howtocurecancer Dec 26, 2010 @ 12:40 am | delete
    I love the way you created the story.
  • GrowWear Dec 24, 2010 @ 4:44 am | delete
    Dropping back by this wonderful Purple Star lens to wish you happy holidays and a new year filled with abundance and love.
  • Michey Dec 22, 2010 @ 9:06 am | delete
    I spent 3 year from my life in CA so this lens is special for me. I loved redwood and the time I spent in National Parks.
    Blessing for this great lens, you must love redwoods as well to create such a beautiful lens.
    Merry Christmas and a great New Year
  • Bookworm25 Dec 20, 2010 @ 5:17 pm | delete
    What an amazing lens, the photos are unbelievable, nature is indeed a truly wonderous thing. I'd love to see a redwood one day, I can imagine it is awe inspiring. Thank you
  • Dec 19, 2010 @ 2:21 pm | delete
    What a neat lens. I'd like to see a giant redwood someday!
  • jackiebolen Dec 18, 2010 @ 8:48 am | delete
    This is something I for sure need to do in my life!
  • rgasperson Dec 17, 2010 @ 12:54 pm | delete
    I want to make it to that side of the country one day. Saving my pennies.
  • 2muchtrash Dec 15, 2010 @ 11:24 pm | delete
    Moved to CA from NZ almost 9 years ago but have yet to see these magnificent trees. Very humbling when you see nature at its most amazing. Great lens!
  • tvyps Dec 13, 2010 @ 1:52 pm | delete
    Fun lens! I love this area, went there a few years ago, one of the places you MUST see before you die. The drive from San Francisco is not very pleasant, however, it twists, turns and takes many more hours than Mapquest says! Spend at least a day on the trip there and don't rush, you will enjoy yourself more..(especially driving at night through the windy mountains!) I have my own photos of driving through the tree, very fun!
  • antoivo Dec 12, 2010 @ 12:51 pm | delete
    THIS IS COOL I NEVER SEEN ANYTHING LIKE IT BEFORE
  • aerome Dec 12, 2010 @ 12:57 am | delete
    Location marked on my map! :D
  • debbieann19 Dec 10, 2010 @ 11:24 pm | delete
    I would so love to see these trees one day....wonderful lens :-)
  • VickiSims Dec 10, 2010 @ 12:31 am | delete
    Stopping by again to leave behind a SquidAngel blessing. Great lens.
  • TerriLynnC Dec 9, 2010 @ 3:16 pm | delete
    My dream is to one day see these trees. They are beautiful and so majestic! Thank you for sharing!
  • jonart Dec 7, 2010 @ 6:27 pm | delete
    Brings back memories. My grandfather took me through one of these in 1948...Thanks for the lens.
  • Jeff_McRitchie Dec 6, 2010 @ 1:55 pm | delete
    I love this lens! The Redwoods are such a beautiful sight. I found some of these trees to be very touristy but who can blame them? I can proudly say that I have driven my car through a giant Redwood that was damaged by lightning, not carved out for tourists.
  • javrsmith Dec 6, 2010 @ 9:22 am | delete
    I saw one of these up close. Amazing!
  • rt8ca Dec 1, 2010 @ 6:55 pm | delete
    We did this trip in our RV a couple of summers ago. Absolutely stunning!
    The redwoods are simply amazing.
    Good work here, keep it up!
  • agalova Nov 25, 2010 @ 12:27 pm | delete
    This is something that is going on my bucket list! Cool lens. Thank you.
  • artgoodman Nov 24, 2010 @ 9:26 pm | delete
    Those pictures are pretty amazing. I would like to drive through a tree some day
  • DestinationsHoliday Nov 23, 2010 @ 7:51 pm | delete
    Beautifully written about amazing Redwoods! Enjoy those historic pictures. Thank you so very much for posting those amazing beautiful pictures of Redwoods.
  • jasmineann Nov 20, 2010 @ 5:41 am | delete
    Wow this is amazing, so beautiful. I am going to show my hubby this lens as he loves Redwoods. One day we hope to visit a Redwood forest. Adding to my faves:)
  • kimmanleyort Nov 19, 2010 @ 8:42 am | delete
    Just stopping by to give this lens a Friday blessing. :)
  • Senora_M Nov 18, 2010 @ 3:19 pm | delete
    Wow, that's so cool! Looks huge! Great lens!!!
  • KDimmick Nov 16, 2010 @ 4:30 pm | delete
    Not yet, one day....
  • Asinka Nov 14, 2010 @ 2:47 pm | delete
    This is so beautiful, will drive through one day!
  • Squidoolinepro Nov 11, 2010 @ 4:57 pm | delete
    I haven't but I'd love too!
  • JackBandit Nov 9, 2010 @ 2:13 pm | delete
    I've driven through these... the word "majestic" doesn't even begin to encapsulate how amazing these trees are. Really, a marvel of nature! Thanks for sharing the great pictures...
  • Carmel_Aaron Nov 6, 2010 @ 7:57 pm | delete
    This lens really brings back memories of my childhood. I grew up on the west coast, and visited the redwoods many time-including driving through a redwood.
    As this shows, many have fallen, but, they really are awesome.
    Thanks for the memories.
  • WebIsFun Oct 28, 2010 @ 11:56 pm | delete
    I love redwoods. One of the most peaceful places to visit is Muir woods. I could visit there every day! That said, we drove through a redwood at other parks as Muir woods doesn't have that available. They are so majestic!
  • Momsbusy247 Oct 27, 2010 @ 8:00 pm | delete
    Yes I was just a small child with my family on vacation and I have never forgotten driving through a tree. It was a memory that was so impressive to me I will never forget it. Families need to go see these magnificent trees before they are all gone. Nice lens.
  • MiseryBusiness519 Oct 27, 2010 @ 12:04 pm | delete
    Wow this is interesting...I like the old articles and clippings...

    thanks for sharing! :)
  • bsblmike2 Oct 26, 2010 @ 2:31 pm | delete
    wowww hahaha great lens!!!
  • JoanneOtt Oct 23, 2010 @ 4:38 am | delete
    Love your lens, the Redwoods are amazing to see.
  • cory_wilson Oct 21, 2010 @ 10:21 am | delete
    I always see these trees on tv and had a friend visits, but never made it out there yet. But on my visit list.
  • lasertek Oct 20, 2010 @ 7:46 pm | delete
    Yes, when I was 8 years old. It was a wonderful experience. Been planning to take my children when they are much older so they too can enjoy & make their own memory.
  • MarkUpshaw Oct 14, 2010 @ 10:20 pm | delete
    Yes, a million years ago as a child. I will never forget it.
  • tandemonimom Oct 8, 2010 @ 6:08 pm | delete
    Beautiful!
  • Grangermdk Oct 8, 2010 @ 5:44 am | delete
    Very cool lens, this is something my fiance and I have been planning to do for a trip. Great info and cool pics.
  • crosscreations Oct 6, 2010 @ 11:04 am | delete
    YUP, drove through a giant redwood once upon a time... twas in a previous life, a very happy one. We didn't hurt that tree one bit, promise! :-)
  • WorldVisionary Oct 6, 2010 @ 10:46 am | delete
    Really great idea for a lens - the photos and videos made me feel as if I was there!
  • Pmona Oct 5, 2010 @ 9:04 pm | delete
    When I was a kid we went on a road trip that took us through Northern California. My Dad drove us through one of these trees and I remember it being one of the most memorable experiences of that trip!
  • Sami4u Oct 4, 2010 @ 1:08 am | delete
    Hi,

    I have traveled all over the US but I have never been to see the Giant Redwoods. Must go someday.
  • poddys Oct 2, 2010 @ 3:25 pm | delete
    You have a wonderful collection of old photos and videos here of the Giant Redwoods. I haven't seen the ones in California, but I have seen the Kauri forests in New Zealand, these are cousins of the Redwoods, and also impressive in their size.
  • bakerwoman Sep 29, 2010 @ 2:57 pm | delete
    I was in awe when we visited the Avenue of the Giants in Northern California with redwood trees so tall and wide that we felt like Lilliputians. Fourteen people held hands and went around one tree trunk and we found out there were not enough folks to complete the circle.
    This is one place I would visit again. Fun lens.
  • BladeOps Sep 29, 2010 @ 11:56 am | delete
    been there--it is amazing
  • daria369 Sep 28, 2010 @ 11:53 pm | delete
    Great lens and images, congrats!! :)
  • uroszizek Sep 27, 2010 @ 4:37 am | delete
    never seen this in my life... great
  • mcochs Sep 26, 2010 @ 7:08 pm | delete
    Awesome lens! Thanks for putting it together!
  • rachsue Sep 26, 2010 @ 5:30 pm | delete
    I have never seen these redwoods but I have always wanted to go...Now you have given me more reasons to start planning the trip. Thanks for sharing such a great lens!!
  • aliwatson Sep 26, 2010 @ 4:13 pm | delete
    OOOOH these look really cool, from Ireland where trees are things you can almost put your arms around, not in the same league as these big boys....great lens these are amazing.
  • aesta1 Sep 26, 2010 @ 8:42 am | delete
    Have never been. It looks so fascinating. Definitely in my list now.
  • blue22d Sep 25, 2010 @ 10:29 pm | delete
    Very nice lens. I have been through a couple of Redwood trees but years ago. I still get goose bumps thinking about seeing the Redwoods as it is one of my favorite things to do. Thanks.
  • greenspirit Sep 24, 2010 @ 10:32 am | delete
    A thought provoking lens...your duel spurred me to a bit of a rant. Congratulations on LOTD
  • suny51 Sep 24, 2010 @ 8:18 am | delete
    As a traveler and photographer, I would love to have journey like this.This lens is a lesson for me.Thanks.
  • VickiSims Sep 23, 2010 @ 7:30 pm | delete
    The first time I saw the Redwoods was on a road trip with my parents in the 50s. I remember the amazing majesty of the treesm but I don't remember if we drove through a tree. I suppose considering that it was the 50s, we probably did.
  • anameyasha Sep 23, 2010 @ 6:52 am | delete
    one of great idea for save earth treasure..
    love that pic..
    Congratulations on LOTD!
  • 4U2C Sep 21, 2010 @ 7:06 pm | delete
    Congratulations, my dear. The Lens is beautiful, and the trees are awe-inspiring!
  • WeddingZazzle Sep 21, 2010 @ 12:11 pm | delete
    Blessed by a SquidAngel :)
  • Pinkchic18 Sep 21, 2010 @ 8:46 am | delete
    Very cool!!! I've never driven through (Or heard of driving through) a giant redwood but this is awesome to see!! Thanks for sharing, congrats on the LOTD!
  • Gail47 Sep 20, 2010 @ 6:32 am | delete
    I haven't driven through them, but other family members have and have very fond memories of the experience. Congrats on the LOTD - you have a beautiful collection of redwood images here.
  • hayleylou Sep 20, 2010 @ 6:02 am | delete
    Congrats on LOTD, I never even knew that these existed. Good job :)
  • AslanBooks Sep 19, 2010 @ 7:42 pm | delete
    Beautiful lens. I've only been to Muir Woods, but that was incredible!
  • sandyspider Sep 19, 2010 @ 10:11 am | delete
    Congratulations on your LOTD. Wonderful lens on the Redwood trees.
  • kansasww Sep 19, 2010 @ 9:50 am | delete
    Love the old photos, I remember seeing those trees in my teens around 1960.
  • BevsPaper Sep 19, 2010 @ 7:48 am | delete
    Have never driven through a Giant Redwood but would certainly love to see these wonderous beauties. Congrats on LOTD. Blessed!
  • skiesgreen Sep 18, 2010 @ 4:29 pm | delete
    Lovely lens on these beautiful trees. Congrats on LOTD. *-*Blessed*-* and featured on Sprinkled with Stardust and also on Squidoo LOTD lenses.
  • Samanthie Sep 18, 2010 @ 9:46 am | delete
    Congrats on getting LOTD on your terrific lens! I'm so happy for you!:))
  • Pukeko Sep 18, 2010 @ 7:23 am | delete
    Congrats on LOTD!
  • shajo Sep 17, 2010 @ 9:34 pm | delete
    Congrats on Lens of the Day! This is a really neat lens. I need to add the Giant redwoods to my list of things to do one day!
  • Mac33 Sep 17, 2010 @ 8:57 pm | delete
    My wife and I drove through one of these awesome trees (think it was the Shrine one) several years ago. Cool experience. For anyone going to see the giant redwoods, do it in a convertible so you can look up. Congrats on LOTD!
  • RebeccaE Sep 17, 2010 @ 6:57 pm | delete
    while I have not driven through a redwood tree, this would be neat. congrats on teh Lens of teh day, well deserved.
  • lisadh Sep 17, 2010 @ 5:20 pm | delete
    I haven't driven through a tree since I was little, but have been thinking about taking my kids. Thanks for reminding me and pointing out the places we can go. Congrats on LOTD!
  • paperfacets Sep 17, 2010 @ 5:00 pm | delete
    Balloons and confetti for LotD!
  • ronpass Sep 17, 2010 @ 3:04 pm | delete
    Thanks for this really cool lens - the historical photos and research behind the lens are truly amazing. It's like these giant trees have taken us back in time and outstayed our man-made inventions. Congrats on LOTD.
  • ShamanicShift Sep 17, 2010 @ 3:01 pm | delete
    According to a forester I know, the cut probably weakened the tree and could have killed it, but back then no one was thinking like that--nd those coastal redwood giants are a hearty tree clan (heh, heh) for sure. These forests are among my favorite places on earth and this lens does a beautiful job of telling their story.
  • redroses Sep 17, 2010 @ 2:25 pm | delete
    I haven't driven through one, but I have seen Sequoias when I visited California some years ago. Are sequojas the same as redwoods? We could all get in the hole in the middle for a great group shot. It seemed to be a natural phenomenon. But even though we were told that these are the highest trees in the world, we thought that some of our Gippsland old growth trees in Australia were possibly bigger, except there aren't many left.
  • jenms Sep 17, 2010 @ 2:23 pm | delete
    I enjoyed this lens appreciating the beautiful giant redwoods - congrats on LOTD!
  • guardianstar77 Sep 17, 2010 @ 1:57 pm | delete
    Oh, sorry. I DID love your pictorial trip, though. Congratulations on LOTD!
  • guardianstar77 Sep 17, 2010 @ 1:57 pm | delete
    Never had the experience of driving through one of these magnificent trees. But, I would probably cry if I ever saw one that has been treated this way.
  • Susan52 Sep 17, 2010 @ 1:53 pm | delete
    I never have driven through a Giant Redwood. Congratulations on Lens of the Day for this really cool lens!
  • JDWheeler Sep 17, 2010 @ 1:32 pm | delete
    I watched a special one night on History Channel showing these guys back in the day trying to cut these trees down with giant hand saws. It made me sore just watching them. I love the videos on this page. They really put these trees into perspective.
  • poutine Sep 17, 2010 @ 1:02 pm | delete
    Very interesting to read.

    Congratulations on LOTD.
  • ajgodinho Sep 17, 2010 @ 12:59 pm | delete
    Hi Janelle, very interesting lens...congrats on LOTD! :)
  • Bradshaw Sep 17, 2010 @ 12:57 pm | delete
    I've seen a picture of these before, but still anazing. Those trees are just massive!
  • RedSportNiac Sep 17, 2010 @ 12:54 pm | delete
    Awesome pictures. What can I say. Great LOTD.
  • pkmcr Sep 17, 2010 @ 12:45 pm | delete
    Many congratulations on LOTD :-) Quite amazing that you can drive through these giant redwood trees isn't it! Blessed by a passing Squid Angel :-)
  • kimmanleyort Sep 17, 2010 @ 12:31 pm | delete
    I remember walking through one in Washington State once. As you know, I was in Crescent City not long ago and our drive through the redwood forest was just phenomenal and so is this lens. Congrats on LOTD.
  • eclecticeducation Sep 17, 2010 @ 11:36 am | delete
    Congratulations on your LOTD!!! Great lens. I would love to see these trees at some time in my life. Blessed by an Angel.
  • Grahans Sep 17, 2010 @ 10:43 am | delete
    Nice lins..very goog work and congratulations on LotD!!
  • Tipi Sep 17, 2010 @ 10:04 am | delete
    CC, congratulations on this lens getting LOTD! ~ I really like this and would love to see the giant redwoods.
  • jptanabe Sep 17, 2010 @ 9:28 am | delete
    Love this lens with all these amazing photos of the Giant Redwoods! Congrats on your well-deserved LotD!
  • dustytoes Sep 17, 2010 @ 8:27 am | delete
    I've never seen the redwood trees. This is an interesting lens with good pics. Congrats on LotD!
  • ideadesigns Sep 17, 2010 @ 8:26 am | delete
    Congratulations on lotd! :) These are beautiful trees, it would be a unique experience to see them or go through one that has been there so long.
  • LisaAuch Sep 17, 2010 @ 8:26 am | delete
    Congrats on LoTD. Well deserving too.
  • SereneSea Sep 17, 2010 @ 7:13 am | delete
    Good topic for lens. Congrats!!
    I find solace in nature. I would certainly like to visit the gigantic redwood trees.
  • rms Sep 17, 2010 @ 7:07 am | delete
    Congrats on LotD!
  • LensbyLisa Sep 17, 2010 @ 6:41 am | delete
    I have never even had the privilege of seeing one in person much less driven through one. Maybe one day I can see these majestic trees in person!
  • Tobbie Sep 17, 2010 @ 5:50 am | delete
    Stoppin by again to say congrats on LOD. I have enjoyed this lens before and again! Thanks
  • JoyfulPamela Sep 17, 2010 @ 5:19 am | delete
    I live too far away to drive through these gorgeous trees, but if I had a chance, I would. What a wonderful lens! Congratulations on LOTD! : )
  • LubosLabik Sep 17, 2010 @ 5:15 am | delete
    your lens is awesome
  • ed77burns Sep 17, 2010 @ 4:18 am | delete
    wow awesome lens. very good pics added in this lens
  • Mujjen Sep 17, 2010 @ 3:45 am | delete
    Nice lens, I have only seen it on video...
  • Waxing-Lyrical Sep 17, 2010 @ 1:22 am | delete
    One of these days I may get to see some of these natural beauties. Thanks for sharing your photos and the videos of the area - and congratulations on LOTD. *Blessed*
  • KM9999999 Sep 17, 2010 @ 1:10 am | delete
    I haven't done this (yet), but it's something I've always wanted to do.
  • RitaK Sep 17, 2010 @ 12:00 am | delete
    Thank you so much for sharing your photos and story. It makes me realize what a beautiful country and world we live in.
  • OneFootPutt Sep 16, 2010 @ 11:46 pm | delete
    This is on my bucket list. I have to get out the CA to see the Giant Redwoods. Thanks for sharing these great pictures and congrats on your LOTD.
  • Chadrew Sep 16, 2010 @ 9:54 pm | delete
    Nice photos. We don't have anything like these trees in my part of the world. I'd love to see them in real life someday.

    Congrats on the LotD :)
  • kt_glasses Sep 16, 2010 @ 8:18 pm | delete
    Great lens here! Thanks for sharing!
  • QueSea Sep 16, 2010 @ 7:52 pm | delete
    Thanks for creating this lens and sharing it with us. It's cool. Love the videos.
  • GrowWear Sep 16, 2010 @ 7:34 pm | delete
    Big congratulations, Janelle! Loved Drive Through A Giant Redwood since the first time I saw it. Kudos!
  • Jerry_David Sep 16, 2010 @ 7:33 pm | delete
    wonderful lens of the day, you have offered a lot of info to ust.
  • callinsky Sep 16, 2010 @ 7:32 pm | delete
    Congrats on LOTD. Wonderful article. Kudos! (O;
  • mukunda22 Sep 16, 2010 @ 6:27 pm | delete
    Great job on this lens, which I have visited before. I love trees passionately. Congrats on LOTD!
  • KimGiancaterino Sep 16, 2010 @ 6:00 pm | delete
    Yes, I have driven through the tree in Leggett. My grandparents lived in Calaveras County when I was growing up, and I'm pretty sure we walked through that redwood. I do remember one redwood tree stump was used as a dance floor. Congratulations on LOTD.
  • jaktraks Sep 16, 2010 @ 5:51 pm | delete
    LOTD - way to go! Great lens - interesting.
  • emboech Sep 16, 2010 @ 5:42 pm | delete
    great! congratulations on LOTD!
  • d-artist Sep 16, 2010 @ 5:41 pm | delete
    Congratulations on LOTD! I love the Redwoods and miss them very much, one of my favorite places to go when I lived in California...you always miss what's not available to you.
  • rlmodranski Sep 16, 2010 @ 4:50 pm | delete
    JUST NOTICED!!!! Very cool that you got LOTD during the week of your 2yr Squidoo anniversary!
  • rlmodranski Sep 16, 2010 @ 4:49 pm | delete
    Very nice! I'd love to see these trees someday. My family was in lumber and construction, so trees and the smell of wood are among my favorite things!
  • ohcaroline Sep 16, 2010 @ 4:43 pm | delete
    No, haven't been there yet. i would love to see the trees in all their magnificence.
  • awelldressedbullet Sep 16, 2010 @ 4:21 pm | delete
    Congratulations on your Lens of the Day! Your lens is treeific LOL, sorry I couldn't resist! - Kathy
  • JimH Sep 16, 2010 @ 4:11 pm | delete
    I haven't driven through a tree like this but now I'm inspired and added it to my bucket list, love the older pics.
  • Joan4 Sep 16, 2010 @ 3:53 pm | delete
    Congratulations on LOTD for your beloved redwoods! How fantastic! celebrate!
  • OhMe Sep 16, 2010 @ 3:48 pm | delete
    Yippee! Congratulations on a well deserved Lens Of The Day! I remember when you first created this fantastic lens and have loved it ever since. Blessed!
  • SofiaMann Sep 16, 2010 @ 3:33 pm | delete
    I never have and I would not like to give the idea that it is fine.
  • The_Health_Lady Sep 16, 2010 @ 3:19 pm | delete
    Congratulations on LOTD. I've never seen on of these huge tress in person but one day I hope to. I like the way that you went through the scenes over the years.
  • hlkljgk Sep 16, 2010 @ 3:18 pm | delete
    congrats on lotd. i would love to see the redwoods.
  • Kleppins_Kitchen Sep 16, 2010 @ 3:01 pm | delete
    Congratulations on LOD. This is a great lens and I have been to one of the trees.
  • WindyWinters Sep 16, 2010 @ 2:58 pm | delete
    Congratulations on LOTD! I love living in Pacific Northwest. We visited the Giant Redwoods and drove through the forest about 10 years ago. These trees are HUGE!
  • grannysage Sep 16, 2010 @ 2:57 pm | delete
    Seeing the Redwoods is definitely on our places to visit list and we may even settle down there when we get done traveling. But rather than driving thru a tree, I'd rather just sit down in the middle of it and feel the energy. Wonderful lens about these special trees. Congrats on LOTD and lensrolling to Save the Tree Spirit.
  • Heather426 Sep 16, 2010 @ 2:55 pm | delete
    congrats on LOTD! I have been to both of the forests, the one in Yosemite and the ones up north in California. Actually I saw the one in Yosemite before it went down. They are so magnificent!
  • thrivingmom Sep 16, 2010 @ 2:37 pm | delete
    Really neat. Congratulations on LOTD.
  • DecoratingforEvents Sep 16, 2010 @ 2:28 pm | delete
    Awesome! I learned a lot. Congrats on your LOTD.
  • scribibler Sep 16, 2010 @ 2:26 pm | delete
    Congrats on the Lens of the Day!
  • WealthBuilder2010 Sep 16, 2010 @ 2:24 pm | delete
    Congrats! I did the drive through the redwood forest with my sister a few years back and we loved it. Incredible trees. We drove through the tree pictured (in our rental car...yikes). These trees are treasures and everyone should see them. Pictures just do not do them justice. You must stand beneath them and look up and you feel so tiny. Thanks! Great lens!
  • ShirlW Sep 16, 2010 @ 2:12 pm | delete
    Stopping by again to say congratulations on a well deserving LotD!
  • stacy_mcdaniel Sep 16, 2010 @ 2:07 pm | delete
    Congratulations on lens of the day! I have never drove through a tree before. LOL, that sounds funny. Looks like it would be cool. Neat Lens!
  • missbat Sep 16, 2010 @ 1:57 pm | delete
    I have always wanted to drive through a Giant Redwood but never had the chance. Congratulations on LotD!
  • kiwisoutback Sep 16, 2010 @ 1:37 pm | delete
    I have driven through one of the Giant Redwoods, I believe it was Shrine Tree. The cars are so much bigger now that not all cars can fit through the hole. Congratulations on LOTD!
  • reasonablerobinson Sep 16, 2010 @ 1:32 pm | delete
    Totally deserved LOTD congratulations!
  • lumpy22 Sep 16, 2010 @ 1:31 pm | delete
    Congrats on LOTD and beautiful lens.
    Thanks
  • drifter0658 Sep 16, 2010 @ 1:24 pm | delete
    This lens has always deserved that plaque :) Well done! It is amazing to see the wonders of nature first hand. Some day I'd love to see the Sequoias...
  • LotusMalas Sep 16, 2010 @ 1:20 pm | delete
    This brought back lots of wonderful memories from my childhood - Thank you!
  • nightcats Sep 16, 2010 @ 1:07 pm | delete
    No, I live i Vancouver. We have spectacular trees but not redwoods.
  • Airinka Sep 16, 2010 @ 1:04 pm | delete
    amazing lens
  • ArtByLinda Sep 16, 2010 @ 12:42 pm | delete
    Congratulations on receiving LOTD, very well deserved!
  • modz Sep 16, 2010 @ 12:14 pm | delete
    Congratulations on LOTD!
  • tssfacts Sep 16, 2010 @ 11:59 am | delete
    I have always wanted to see. Someday I will make it back to the area and these will be first on my list to see. Congratulations on LOTD.
  • Rusty-Quill Sep 16, 2010 @ 11:56 am | delete
    Congrats on LotD - very nice collection of "drive through trees". It is really sad that there are only 3 left in the world. They sure are very impressive in person.
  • pyle_mountain Sep 16, 2010 @ 11:54 am | delete
    CCGal: Congrats on your LOTD with this lens, one of my very favorite on Squidoo. But for some reason, I was thinking this had already been an LOTD. Maybe it just looked too good not to be.... :-)
  • Rewards4life Sep 16, 2010 @ 11:53 am | delete
    Hey, this lens is great! Lovely photos as well. My congratulations on your feature!
  • SquidooKimberly Sep 16, 2010 @ 11:38 am | delete
    Congrats on your LOTD! I've heard about these but haven't seen as great a collection of photos as you have here. Nicely done!
  • jewelkid87 Sep 16, 2010 @ 2:27 am | delete
    Truly amazing! I am planning a trip to California. Hopefully I will be able to see the Gian Redwoods.
  • SueM11 Sep 15, 2010 @ 11:02 pm | delete
    Thanks so much for the tour of the Giant Redwoods. If I am ever in that part of the world I will certainly visit there.
  • ddixonart Sep 15, 2010 @ 5:51 pm | delete
    I never have - always been on the east coast...but this lens is terrific! Love all the old photos!
  • Lisa-Marie-Mary Sep 15, 2010 @ 1:19 pm | delete
    Love this lens! Lots of information about these amazing trees. I had no idea that there were so many of them carved out, to begin with - very interesting!!
  • reasonablerobinson Sep 15, 2010 @ 1:54 am | delete
    Ever since I was kid and read about these trees I've wanted to do this. So the next time I'm in the USA I'm definitely giving it a go. We have nothing like this in the UK except for botanical specimens in parks. My local forest is Sherwood Forest (Robin Hood) and the biggest thing there is and old oak tree called The Major Oak.
  • AlaskaHydro Sep 14, 2010 @ 12:11 pm | delete
    No drive through but, I did visit The Sequoia National Forest on a road trip across the states.
  • LindaJM Sep 13, 2010 @ 1:58 pm | delete
    I've been through trees (can't remember if I drove or walked.) I didn't know there was one in Klamath - and will check it out next time I'm in the area!
  • partybuzz Sep 13, 2010 @ 12:27 pm | delete
    I would love to see a giant redwood! I remember receiving a postcard with the drive-through redwood on it years aga and was fascinated by it. Great lens!
  • richiereveley Sep 13, 2010 @ 2:17 am | delete
    I haven't seen anything like this before.. Great eye opener :) **Blessed by an Angel**
  • mbgphoto Sep 12, 2010 @ 12:36 pm | delete
    Enjoyable lens...Blessed.
  • ShirlW Sep 7, 2010 @ 8:30 pm | delete
    I would love to do this, but have never had the chance. I loved all the photos.
  • Peregrina Sep 7, 2010 @ 12:32 am | delete
    I haven't driven through a Giant Redwood, but it looks like an amazing experience. You have some wonderful photos!
  • Spook Sep 2, 2010 @ 7:21 am | delete
    They are magnificent trees. Blessed by an Angel.
  • Spook Aug 31, 2010 @ 11:54 am | delete
    Amazing, have always loved trees, my wife has seen these but I haven't, wish I could.
  • GonnaFly Aug 21, 2010 @ 3:29 am | delete
    What awesome trees! A truly amazing creation :-)
  • chefkeem Aug 2, 2010 @ 7:28 pm | delete
    This lens is a trip! Never seen a giant redwood before. Amazing!
  • GrowWear Dec 31, 2009 @ 6:45 pm | delete
    Passing through to bless this worthy lens. Happy new year!
  • Jewelsofawe Sep 27, 2009 @ 3:07 pm | delete
    Glad my zazzle lens was helpful. I have been through the redwood trees you drive through as a child in the seventies. We took a trip up the coast of California from southern Ca where I grew up in Orange County. Love this lens! 5 * and faved
  • a_willow Aug 16, 2009 @ 4:48 am | delete
    Beautiful pictures on interesting topic! I think I've never seen that big tree! Blessed by an Angel!
  • BarbRad Aug 7, 2009 @ 10:37 pm | delete
    I'm sure I have, but it was long ago, so I'm not sure which one it was. I think it was in Sequoia or Kings Canyon in about 1985. But we've also camped at Prairie Creek among the redwoods there and in the Jedediah Smith State Park, so we've been in that part of the state, as well. I love the Redwood country.
  • AdrienneJenkins Aug 5, 2009 @ 11:46 pm | delete
    Just visited some fabulous Redwoods in San Francisco. Wonderful lens to celebrate their beauty.
  • Squidster Jul 28, 2009 @ 4:26 am | delete
    Beautiful lens, great collection of pictures. A SquidAngel blessing for these magnificent trees! ^:)^
  • missbat Jul 19, 2009 @ 6:39 pm | delete
    I've always wanted to drive through a redwood but never had the chance!
  • ArtByLinda Jul 17, 2009 @ 3:33 am | delete
    We just went and saw the redwoods, they are so gorgeous!
  • 2Eklectik Jul 13, 2009 @ 4:54 pm | delete
    Love it! My wife and I love anything to do with nature.
  • mulberry Jul 13, 2009 @ 6:45 am | delete
    I love the Sequoias! Whether you drive through them or not, they are so awesome. It's a beautiful area and well worth the trip.
  • WhiteOak50 Jul 13, 2009 @ 6:10 am | delete
    Truly Amazing! Wow....I am drawn into two directions: What a wonderful experience to be able to drive through a tree, but on the other hand on a spiritual note, it saddens me that such a acient tree would be cut into. Thats just me though, I can only imagine what the energy feels like driving through the tree. Great work putting this lens together.
  • flipflopnana Jul 12, 2009 @ 4:17 pm | delete
    Wonderful lens on some amazing trees! I really enjoyed the photos and videos.
  • businessblossom Jul 11, 2009 @ 5:28 pm | delete
    Thanks for rolling by /www.squidoo.com/himbook">the Free HIMbook. . . I love the Coastal redwoods myself . . . I have so many beautiful memories of seeing them on family vacations, and there is a stand of them in Golden Gate Park that I love . . . they are my outdoor cathedral. I look forward to seeing some of these giants someday, and kneel down in that arch made by God . . .
  • blue22d Jul 3, 2009 @ 3:46 pm | delete
    I love this lens.....native Californian that I am and I have been to visit the trees many times. The Redwoods (there are some in Japan) are wonderful creations of our Lord. I stand in the center of them and just am over whelmed by their size and beauty.
  • vbright105 Jun 29, 2009 @ 4:30 am | delete
    I think it would be cool. I think it would be a lot like driving thru the granite tunnels on the Needles highway in the Black Hills. Very cool
  • qlcoach Jun 28, 2009 @ 6:08 pm | delete
    Yeah, love the Red Woods and Crescent City too. The Eby Way rates your lens 5 stars. Best wishes for our success.
  • lollyj Jun 27, 2009 @ 7:19 pm | delete
    Amazing, amazing, AMAZING lens. I have always wanted to see the redwoods and this wonderful lens may be as close as I come. 5 - fave - lensroll. You made my day.
  • roamingrosie Jun 13, 2009 @ 7:55 pm | delete
    Great photos! I've never seen a giant redwood in person - but I hope to one day!
  • fotolady49 Jun 12, 2009 @ 7:12 pm | delete
    Thank you for sharing this. I've been to several National Parks, including the Grand Canyon, but haven't had the opportunity to visit Yosemite yet and see the Giant Redwoods. It is on my 'bucket list'! I think these are magnificent trees and I want to experience them in person.
  • MarinaKuperman Jun 12, 2009 @ 1:29 pm | delete
    What a great lens. I lived in Cali, but never made it so north. I regret is so much, because now i'm in Costa Rica and don't have any idea when I'll make it up there. But i will.
    I loved the postcards and learning all about this place:)
    Fav'd, fived, fanned you:)
  • enslavedbyfaeries Jun 6, 2009 @ 11:37 am | delete
    What a fascinating lens! These trees are absolutely beautiful. I would love to have the opportunity to visit before they're all gone.
  • Vladi May 21, 2009 @ 5:15 am | delete
    Are the birds in proportion? Are they giant as well? Just an idle thought.
  • vbright105 Apr 12, 2009 @ 9:41 am | delete
    Giant redwoods are awesome! Great lens 5* and an angel blessing
  • x3xsolxdierx3x Apr 10, 2009 @ 7:57 am | delete
    wow those trees are amazing.......your pics complement this lens nicely :)
  • rms Mar 13, 2009 @ 6:27 am | delete
    Wow you've given me something to add to my bucket list! Nice work on this lens.
  • Kleppins_Kitchen Nov 26, 2008 @ 7:40 pm | delete
    Some of these that are left should be prized forever.
  • Pietschoice Nov 25, 2008 @ 3:06 pm | delete
    You mentioned the Yosemite tree. We were the first to find out the that the tree had fallen. As we were driving up to the site, we came across a member of a road crew diriving a front end loader. He had tears in his eyes and when we asked what was wrong, he said "The tree is down." This is a day I will never forget!
  • EverythingMouse Nov 23, 2008 @ 6:33 pm | delete
    Another excellent lens. Keep them coming!

    You have been Blessed by a Squid Angel
  • Valery504 Nov 16, 2008 @ 1:34 pm | delete
    I want to drive through such tree! You've done great job! The world should know about such treasures of nature! Thank you for sharing this! 5 stars and lensroll to my Interesting Places to Visit lens!
    Sincerely, Val
  • GlobalOpps Nov 15, 2008 @ 11:30 am | delete
    Great lens! Welcome to the "Best Places to Visit in California" Group.
  • Joan4 Nov 15, 2008 @ 5:27 am | delete
    I gotta get out there! Planning my trip! See ya in 2009 or 2010! Beautiful lens! Great pics!
  • OhMe Nov 15, 2008 @ 3:00 am | delete
    I really enjoyed this lens. So very interesting. The Redwoods have always fascinated me and one day I want to see one.
  • Tobbie Nov 11, 2008 @ 8:16 pm | delete
    Those tree's are amazing....something else to add to the bucket list. Great lens, thanks.
  • mukunda22 Nov 11, 2008 @ 8:03 pm | delete
    I love this lens!!!

    I want to live in a Giant Redwood--well, at least for a month!! Lol!!
  • totosmom Nov 11, 2008 @ 7:11 pm | delete
    I too have been fortunate enough to see these amazing trees. I have to be in awe of something that has survived as long as they have and still maintained their dignity. How many humans can do that????

    Great Job!
  • Margo_Arrowsmith Nov 11, 2008 @ 6:00 pm | delete
    I have wanted to do this ever since I first saw it in the Weekly Reader a whole lot of years ago.
  • Rebecca Nov 11, 2008 @ 5:09 pm | delete
    Beautiful lens! Very entertaining and informative. I am on the side of the trees. Let's leave them be and appreciate their beauty. Any controversy about this reminds me of the cave wars in the 1920's in Kentucky around Mammoth Cave. All of these beautiful offshoots of that great big cave were opened as tourist spots and systematically destroyed. I don't want that to happen to the trees!

    I planted a redwood in my back yard years ago even though it is not the best soil for them. It grew very slowly for years but the past two years it has taken off! They are gorgeous trees and I really love mine.

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