Traveler.jpg â The stateâs biggest Bristlecone pine tree can be found in the Mount Charleston Wilderness Area, outside of Las Vegas. Photo courtesy of Famartin
The Nevada Division of Forestryâs State Big Tree Program has been identifying the largest specimen of every native and introduced tree species growing in Nevada since 1992.The divisionâs first register listed some 70 trees, which, with submissions from the public throughout the years, has grown to 303 tree species. Keep in mind that most of the stateâs biggest trees are found on private property, so seeing them can be difficult.
The Division of Forestry notes that trees selected for the Big Tree list are compared on a point basis that includes not only height but circumference and crown spread. The measuring guidelines are set by American Forests, which maintains a national registry of big trees.
Why an Alaskan’s love affair with Reno, perfumed streets and all, makes perfect sense
Print article It typically happens in February. The sun has been so distant that it’s way too little and way too late by the time it finally starts to fill the days. I find myself over Alaska in a profound way, and sorely missing one place in particular: the desert. I’m originally from Massachusetts. Shouldn’t I be missing the gentle rolling forests, lakes and creeks? Shouldn’t the Citgo sign be flashing in my mind’s eye like a siren’s song, calling me home? Fenway?