In 1997, Julia Hill climbed a 200-foot 1000-year-old Californian redwood tree and did not come down for 738 days to prevent Pacific Lumber Company loggers from cutting it down. She ultimately reached an agreement with the company to spare the tree and a 200-foot buffer zone surrounding it.
@Rainmaker1973 On December 10, 1997 Julia Hill climbed a thousand year old Californian redwood tree and she didn't come down for another 738 days.
Back in the late 1990’s Julia Hill climbed a 1000-year-old redwood tree named Luna and she didn’t come down for another 738 days. She ended her revolutionary action when an agreement was made with Pacific Lumber Company to spare the tree and a 200 foot buffer zone surrounding the tree. Once up the tree, she vowed not to come down until she had made a difference. Clinging to her mattress through violent storms, supported with food and necessities by a ground crew, she stayed two years and eight days.
How did she eat? Well, just like any other tree-dwelling creature, she had her meals delivered by a team of dedicated squirrels. 🐿️🐿️Naaaah... her supplies were hoisted up to her by a team of Earth First! activists who supported her cause. They would send up food, water, and other essentials to keep her going.
@Rainmaker1973 Little girl showing her friends at school her new prosthetic leg.. 😊
“While I was in Luna, I learned that every issue we’re facing is the symptom, and the disease is the disease of disconnect. When we’re disconnected from the Earth and we’re disconnecting from each other, we make choices and don’t realize how it’s truly impacting all of us, and that means all the beings, everything, and the future generations.” —- Julia “Butterfly” Hill treesfoundation.org/2021/07/julia-…
I assume people have a lot of questions on how she survived living in a tree for so long. Here are the key elements: * Living Platform: Julia lived on a small platform that was about 6 feet by 6 feet. This platform served as her living space, and it was secured to the tree high above the ground. It was rudimentary, but it was her home for more than two years. * Basic Shelter: She had a tarp that protected her and her supplies from the rain and the elements. Given the height and exposure, weather conditions could be harsh, with strong winds, rain, and cold temperatures, especially during the winter months. * Supplies and Sustenance: Food and water were supplied by a ground support team who used a system of ropes to haul these essentials up to her. Her diet was primarily organic and vegetarian, consisting of foods that were non-perishable and easy to transport up the tree. * Waste Management: For waste management, Julia used a composting toilet system. This system was also hoisted up into the tree and required careful and sanitary handling to maintain hygiene and prevent any harm to the environment. * Communication: She used a cell phone powered by solar panels to communicate with her support team and the media. This communication was crucial for coordinating supplies, raising awareness, and ensuring her safety. * Personal Hygiene: Julia managed her hygiene with sponge baths, using minimal water and biodegradable soap. She had to be resourceful in maintaining personal cleanliness in such a confined and exposed living situation.
@Rainmaker1973 Man saves his friend from electrocution. He didn't take out his phone to make TikTok videos, he didn't call 911. Just quick thinking. Genius!
@Rainmaker1973 Cutting down such things is not American. This is the behavior of predatory capitalists. You know, those who import too many people so they can rent to them and sell them trash from China and vaccines