God has cared for these trees,
 saved them from drought, disease, avalanches, 
and a thousand tempests and floods. 
But he cannot save them from fools. 
~John Muir

We're in the shadow of one of a trio of ancient Jeffrey Pines.  These venerable pines are 400 years old!

They represent the "old growth" on the Woodland Trail.  Because of the logging practices in the early years of the 20th century, very few areas of "old growth" exist anymore.  How blessed we are to enjoy these tough survivors. 

There is always Music amongst the trees,
 but our hearts must be very quiet to hear it. 
~Minnie Aumonier

We pause to look about.  All around us is pure nature. No noise from passing cars, only the chirping of birds and the soft rustling of leaves enhance the beauty and quietness of the surroundings. 

We find peace and quiet in the shadows of these majestic pines.

>> More Jeffrey Pine information is found on a previous page: Marker 4.

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