Rough, weathered, worn, and warped.
Humans try to avoid these four conditions. Old trees embrace them.
This is why I advocate taking long walks in the woods. In wooded ecosystems, we sometimes discover the ragged splendor of old trees.
On a recent walk in a hardwood forest, I rediscovered a tree I had first encountered many months ago. Rough, weathered, worn, and warped, it’s one of the most remarkable trees I have ever seen.
To learn more about this aged beauty, check out the brand-new video.
Thanks for reading and watching! Have you seen any remarkable trees lately?
— Adam Haritan
Paths I Walk 