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Researchers are rushing to document carvings made by Basque herders, before they're gone.
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The Disappearing Arborglyphs Carved by Sheepherders Across the American West

Basque immigrants inscribed jokes, names, and historical happenings on aspen trees.
Iñaki Arrieta Baro July 15, 2024
Corydon, Indiana

Constitution Elm

Indiana's first constitution was drafted in the shade of this elm tree in the summer of 1816.
Rindge, New Hampshire

Cathedral of the Pines

This open-air spiritual sanctuary offers stunning views of Mt. Monadnock and provides a natural and peaceful environment for worship and meditation.
Cougar, Washington

Trail of Two Forests

See the imprints of ancient trees, burned and preserved by lava.
Şehzadeler, Turkey

Saruhan Bey Pine Tree

A centuries-old pine tree is growing through the floor and roof of this building.
Bethesda, Maryland

Grosvenor Estate Moon Tree

In suburban Maryland, a tree grown from seed flown to the moon stands almost forgotten.
Leesburg, Virginia

Oatlands Ginkgo Tree

This giant 200-year-old ginkgo is one of the largest in the United States.
Vancouver, British Columbia

Two Spirits Carving

A mysterious sculpture is hidden in Vancouver's Stanley Park.
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Podcast: From Seed to Significance

Hear listener love letters to trees that played a special role in their lives.
The Podcast Team May 21, 2024
A gnarly yes tree
Defynnog, Wales

Defynnog Yew

Estimated to be more than 5,000 years old, this yew may be Britain’s oldest.
Panshanger Great Oak
Hertford, England

Panshanger Great Oak

Believed to be the largest single-stemmed oak tree in England.
nature

Podcast: Beauly Priory Wych Elm

An ancient tree comes back to life, thanks to 3D technology.
The Podcast Team May 7, 2024
Strolling by carnival food stands at the Nebraska State Fair, Grand Island.
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Atlas Obscura’s Guide to Nebraska’s Wackiest and Most Wondrous Summer Events

From the “World’s Largest Chicken Dance” to a week-long star party, don’t miss these funky events in the Cornhusker State.
Wisdom, a Laysan albatross (<em>Phoebastria immutabilis</em>) in her 70s, was spotted courting potential mates at Midway Atoll National Wildlife Refuge.
meteorites

Wonder Is Everywhere: the World’s Longest Snake, Disappearing Meteorites, and More From Around the Web

Get a peek into what we’re obsessed with right now.
April White April 25, 2024
trees

Podcast: Killer Trees with Mary Roach

Danger trees meet explosives.
The Podcast Team April 25, 2024
nature

Podcast: Oh, the Places You Will Go... to See These Notable Trees

Celebrity trees can leave a deep-rooted impression.
The Podcast Team April 24, 2024
Manila, Philippines

Arroceros Forest Park

Known as Manila's "last lung," this park used to house a market, garrison, and various government buildings.
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Podcast: Tree Week Love Letters

Can trees write back?
The Podcast Team April 23, 2024