The General Grant Tree is one of the highlights of visiting Kings Canyon National Park in California. Called the Nation ...

From a family pecan tree to the iconic Big Tree in Goose Island State Park, this story highlights a living testament to Texas ...

When we think about trees, we often imagine them growing from the soil, but did you know that less than 10% of a tree's weight comes from the soil? The rest of the tree’s bulk comes from somewhere ...

Participants can win $500 for the largest tree, with additional prizes of $400, $300, $200 and $100 for the second through fifth largest trees, respectively. The contest is open to both Maryland ...

The search for big trees has storied roots. In 1925, Maryland’s first state forester, Fred Besley, created the first big tree contest, drawing 450 entries and awarding a $25 prize to the one who found ...