Walking Among Giants - Sequoia National Park - Congress Trail

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I'm in Sequoia National Park! Sequoia National Park is in the southern end of the Sierra Nevada mountains in California and is just south of Kings Canyon National Park.
I check out the largest tree on earth, the General Sherman tree. Then I walk along the Congress Trail. This is an amazing trail in the Giant Forest. Giant Sequoia are some of the biggest trees on earth and are mind boggling when you stand beside one.
Please make sure to watch part 2!
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@deltas4114 2 года назад

Having a rough day, until you said the girth part...omg, thank you for the laugh. Travel safe, look forward to your next vlog.

@kevinellis3509 2 года назад

I live in N.C. Retiring in 3 years. This is on my bucket list. U make some beautiful videos Bex, and this has got to be one on the best ones so far, also just want to say I love watching u cook, it always looks so delicious. Thanks Bex for ur videos.

@LoveMtDulcimerMusic 2 года назад

What a beautiful campsite! Great video! If I can’t get there myself, it is so nice to be able to see these wonderful parks through your skilled photography.

@BexCatherder 2 года назад

I hope you can see them in person some day. Really amazing experience. :-)

@carolynnunes3922 2 года назад

I know that with every video of yours I see, not only is the photography excellent and the music accompaniment awesome, but I also learn from you something new each time! This time, I learned the difference between the coastal redwoods and the Sequoia’s. Being a SoCal gal, I should’ve known this before, but I’m glad I know it now, And I’m glad that I learned from you, dear Bex! God bless you and protect you, and your Casita!

@BexCatherder 2 года назад

Thank you so much, Carolyn. Glad I could help point out the difference. I confused them when I first saw a sequoia. So I thought it would help to mention the differences. :-)

@catzcradle 2 года назад

I haven't been since 1976 but still remember the magical feeling of this Forest

@2busysecretary 2 года назад

Also, my 1932 Craftsman style house is made from solid redwood, framed, exterior, and it will stand forever. There is nothing quite like a redwood tree, I'm in awe too.

@karenknowles1537 2 года назад

🤣😂😂 okay, you made me laugh out loud with your girth joke. Your humor kills me.

@jerrelc.thomas336 2 года назад

Wow that's awesome. I've always loved the big trees and hopefully one day I get to see them but for now your video is doing a fine job of these humongous trees. I'm really enjoying the beauty of these ancient old trees that were growing before Jesus was born, and so wonderful that they're still around. ❤️😊👍

@thizizliz 2 года назад

I was enchanted by the smell: it's so fresh & clean. As always Bex, wonderful photography and editing. Thank you.

@beach3girl459 2 года назад

Wait, what...is there smellavision?

@thizizliz 2 года назад

@@beach3girl459 LOL - Not on my tablet. But I was there a few years back.

@beach3girl459 2 года назад

@@thizizliz I figured. Just messin' with ya!

@rouxchat6033 2 года назад

Thanks Bex. Haven't visited there since I was 8. I'm now 71. It's on my bucket list. Off to view part II. An Oregon nomad 🌲❤🐶😽❤🌲

@2busysecretary 2 года назад

My mother's family are all from Point Arena CA, my grandfather was the Navy Lighthouse keeper there for 30 years there. I see a lot of California-bashing and all I can say is I am completely in love with northern and coastal California, the Santa Cruz mountains, and also the eastern Yosemite side too. People have no idea how beautiful California really is until they have been here. Oh and I also love your videos... they are so well done.

@thaitravels5871 2 года назад

We’ve camped in Kings Canyon many times and also done hiking and backpacking in that area. The giant sequoia trees are amazing, I call them the “King of Trees”…great video.

@RZ350NC 2 года назад

I love the big trees. We had 2 giant sequoias in our front yard until the drought killed them. Our coastal redwood is still growing, and is the tallest tree around. Many years ago, a ranger in giant forest was talking about how one of their biggest trees fell over one night. It was a quiet night, with no wind and a clear sky, and suddenly BOOM the tree fell with no warning, waking most everyone up in Giant Forest. Like your videos. Take care.

@64MAGA24 Год назад

i frequented this park with my parents and 7 siblings. i remover the anticipation of getting there on the way. i plan on going up in 2023 and can't wait to see these majestic treasures. thanks for sharing

@cherylsalka4185 2 года назад

FYI: if you go to Azalea campground which is in Grant Grove Kings Canyon, there is a Grove of giant sequoia trees about 5 min from Azalea campground. Also, Cedar Grove is 35 miles from there as well. The drive takes you down the canyon of rock formations to a beautiful rushing river and more campgrounds. John Muir rock is at Roads End where meetings were once held.

@thevictorianedge5465 2 года назад

These are amazing trees. I will never be able to see them in person. Thank you for this video!

@leifay1233 2 года назад

Thank you for your videos, I love the little laugh in your voice. Your videos are like spending time with an old friend doing things I love. Thank You

@quiltroadies1695 2 года назад

Thank you for a trip down memory lane!

@jjoy7 2 года назад

You not only never fail to show some of USA’s most beautiful sites, but, always provide education along with your well documented videos. Good job, again gal! 👍👍

@garywalker7997 2 года назад

Watching the video now. That is a great informative video. I will definitely make it to King’s Canyon and Sequoia National park. Maybe next year. A long way from Texas. Please keep up the good work Bex. Stay safe. God Bless.

@taikohippy 2 года назад

We went to Sequoia in 2005, only got to see a small part of the south end of the park. It was spectacular, and funny that those huge trees made such tiny pinecones. :)

@joecuban8722 2 года назад

Hello bex and the cats glad you're showing up more ,keep pumping out them vidios ..!..🍻🍸🍸

@franl5585 2 года назад

Bex, you made a wonderful Sequoia video. Thank you so much. It's been years since I've been there. It is truly a treasure

@waynesimpson4081 2 года назад

One thing to note: the vast majority of Kings Canyon is designated as wilderness and road access is limited to two major tourist area. There are major trail heads for hiking into the high Sierra though.

@nancybergeron4522 2 года назад

I knew it, I knew it, I knew it! You are a tree hugger too! Such a beautiful and magical place. I want to go there someday when I grow up (ha!). My favorite part is when you showed the tree rings when Jesus walked on 🌍. Love your camping spot and so glad you are not in all the heat. Stay safe!

@BexCatherder 2 года назад

There are sequoia that are well over 3000 years old. It's mind boggling to think about all the history that has happened in that amount of time. Tree huggers unite!! :-D

@chiliman321 2 года назад

Good Morning. Yes another of my most favorite places on earth!! Thank you for sharing..

@williambenner5550 2 года назад

I grew up coming to these two parks sense I was about 8!

@artbyrart 2 года назад

Amazing trees and you captured them beautifully. I'll try to catch the show tomorrow.

@kenhuth1762 2 года назад

Hi Bex, I love all your videos. They are so beautifully made. However, the best shot every time is you stepping out of the Casita. The camera placement makes you look 10 feet tall. I get a chuckel out of seeing that every time. Keep up the great work

@lindagolden9892 2 года назад

Year after year they’ll add girth, much like me…🙀🤪…I’m right there with ya.

@ByGraceIGo 2 года назад

I've never been to Sequoia National Forest or even California for that matter. I am on the East Coast. Before my daughter drove back here with her boyfriend they stopped in Crescent City and stayed in Jedediah Smith redwoods State Park where the Redwoods are and they were huge also. Allegedly there is one in Humboldt County and they won't say where it's at but it's bigger than the biggest tree allegedly. They just don't want people to go there I guess because it would be a risk. Wonderful job I just love going with you on your Journeys! I love how your videos are done so well and not shaky but so professional!!! Good job Bex!

@3generations393 2 года назад

Would love to stand/hug one of these trees and of course a redwood. Thanks Bex-I will be looking forward to part II

@marccookson5409 2 года назад

Thank you for taking us along on your incredible journey.

@pwb0511 2 года назад

Ty Bex for another amazing video. Photography as always excellent but I noticed those giant Sequoias left you almost described less. Without words to describe so to speak. Thanks so much

@beach3girl459 2 года назад

That's how I plan to go...just topple over one day!

@BexCatherder 2 года назад

🤣🤣🤣

@joanscotto5822 2 года назад

You're we quite the comedian ... Garth comment was a hoot 😊

@KJ-xc6qs 2 года назад

Alas, gravity always wins.🌳

@aleta5873 2 года назад

I'm always so impressed with the information that you share Bex. Like the diff between Redwoods and Sequoias. (Used to camp in Big Sur back in the day near the flow of the river. Loved those Redwoods.) So, so special. Wonders of the world.

@onrycodger 2 года назад

Unfortunately for many of us. As we age, Girth happens, lol. 😁 Not meaning you Miss Bex, you have good girth! 😊👍👍💙

@BexCatherder 2 года назад

"Girth Happens!" should be on a t-shirt or something. 🤣😂🤣😂

@onrycodger 2 года назад

@@BexCatherder, LOL 😂 Yes it should! 😂😂

@chrislincoln489 2 года назад

I remember driving throw one of these trees in Mariposa Grove of Yosemite National Park back in the 50's. Sadly it fell down in 1969.We also saw a store that entrance was cut into the tree. "Good Times"

@BexCatherder 2 года назад

There used to be one in Big Trees state park but fell down a couple years ago in a particularly big storm. I visited before it fell and am looking forward to getting back and making a video there too. There is a massive stump there that used to be used as a dance floor.

@barbveenstra8625 2 года назад

Got a good laugh over "girth"! '

@limitedtime5471 2 года назад

Thank you for hugging the trees. I love doing that as well, before i became disabled i walked in the redwood forests often. I'm going to visit the park soon but i won't get to see these so i love this video so much😊

@joanscotto5822 2 года назад

Your videos are beautiful ....

@georgianntaus7379 2 года назад

Love the video and thanks for sharing your experience in our beautiful National Parks. We have been to Sequoia, Kings and Yosemite many times. Enjoy each visit as a new experience and new things to enjoy. Also, on a personal note - like your hair when it's up.

@margarethughes3763 2 года назад

I am a tree hugger too. Loved the video, thank you.

@kxrv6629 2 года назад

Nicely filmed. I love your camera angles not to mention the Sequoias. Was there in May too. Wish I had done the whole Congress trail. We focused on the Generals.

@leann4925 2 года назад

Bex I just love this and now going to watch part 2. Your back on track with awesome footage. Yea! Thanks

@rmcnasty7319 2 года назад

Hello Bex Another great Video. Those are some big trees. Scary to think one could fall. Nice Camping spot. Thank you for sharing. Camp Safe

@BexCatherder 2 года назад

Ya, I'm not sure I'd want to be anywhere near when one does fall. Many fell in a huge storm last year. I think they said 10% of them fell then.

@BeverlySapp 2 года назад

Awesome just awesome. It's nice to know there's some place cool to spend the day!

@justmona9647 2 года назад

"They'll add girth, much like me"😂 So that's my problem, I'm actually Sequoia ...I guess as a kid I ate too many dirt pies🤔🤣🙄

@mamawanderlust6000 2 года назад

Thanks for all the hard work you put in to your videos. Beautiful place!

@BexCatherder 2 года назад

Thank you so much for watching. :-)

@tgwel4839 2 года назад

More videos..love them!!

@upendasana7857 2 года назад

Love your videos Bex,thank you for showing us the giant sequoias...I went to see some of them in Northern Cali ,Mendocino county when I was visiting from UK,they are really something special

@BexCatherder 2 года назад

The trees in Mendocino county are redwood trees. These are Sequoia and they are actually grow bigger around, have more wood and live longer than redwoods. Sequoia live above 5000 feet and redwoods grow only in the coastal ranges.

@collagehouse 2 года назад

I wish I was there! Such a beautiful place~ just found you by your red curry recipe! I am enjoying your videos 💚

@Michaelw777.52 2 года назад

Nicely done video, Bex. And yes, cameras and pictures just can't do justice to being there in person. Like the Grand Canyon, when I'm there, it feels like I'm on holy ground. When there's few or no people immediately nearby, the silence is awesome. One question: aren't you worried someone will steal your little Casita when you leave it unattended? I don't have a Casita, but I do have a pretty small trailer, and that is a concern of mine. And Casitas are a hot commodity.

@aprilmurphy42 2 года назад

It looks like a very prehistoric place where dinosaur s roamed. Very beautiful!

@patriciamartin1626 2 года назад

Good morning from Tennessee. What a beautiful place. I need to make a trip out there to see those fantastic trees. Thanks for sharing your journey.

@benzoverakers1877 2 года назад

You make the best video's, thank you!!!

@thinkinoutloud.1 2 года назад

Haha, the girth remark was funny! 🙋🏼

@goldenheart05 2 года назад

Waiting for part two already 😎

@sweetiepie7840 2 года назад

Would love to see the sequoias!!!🤗

@weswalker1208 2 года назад

Awesome look at the trees

@boitoiful 2 года назад

OMG these are amazing Bex. Thanks so much for taking us with you on this excursion. I love buzzin around with you! J

@Hiker_who_Sews 2 года назад

13:10 Hahaha. Me, too, Bex. Me, too. Beautiful videography. Thank you.

@oceanlover3530 2 года назад

This was such an awesome video! I am a lover of trees. Something about them resonates with me. I guess I just love nature in general, but those tress are so beautiful. When you stood in front of them, it really puts the size in perspective. Thank you for sharing this beautiful video. I’m gonna catch part 2 now! ✌🏻🙂✌🏻

@christinemckay5949 2 года назад

😲😲😲 you go to some wonderful places, it looks magnificent! xx

@buffalogal8272 2 года назад

Be sure to check under your vehicle for marmets. They've been known to hitch a ride long after leaving the park. They also eat through your insulation. Not kidding. Have seen it happen to hikers who came back from a three day hike and have no insulation left because the marmets like the taste of the fluid and chewed through the pipes..

@jessys9868 2 года назад

Another great video. That park system is on my ever growing list. I am in Scamp 13, maybe we bump int each other

@michaeldennison436 2 года назад

We visited Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks in the middle of April 2018 on a trip from the Northeast. We stayed in a private campground outside of Sequoia. Had to rent chains to have them available for our truck but thankfully didn't have to use them though it did snow one day coming back down from the park. Beautiful trees and we certainly saw a lot however you are showing parts of Sequoia that we didn't go and see! Maybe we will have to come there again.

@rebeccagremmel6263 2 года назад

Another excellent video from you! I love the information you provide. I always wondered about the differences between sequoias and redwoods. So interesting and your cinematography is amazing!

@4321grp 2 года назад

Thank you Bex for this beautiful video, I've been there too, and it truly is amazing there. If my cat climbed to the top of a giant Sequoia, who could I call to climb up and rescue it?

@JK-ns5dr 2 года назад

LMAO! "Much like me" Love your videos.

@pat12123 2 года назад

I’ve been to this trail and it’s just incredible to know how long these beautiful trees have been there and they be there long after we’re all gone The size alone just leaves you wondering if giants are real lol

@BexCatherder 2 года назад

When I first saw them, I felt like I could see a huge dinasour come around the corner any minute. :-)

@marckomlavi1799 2 года назад

what an amazing video hopefully be visiting soon this is my dream holiday.big thank you all the way from scotland for an amazing video :)

@booboorae6241 2 года назад

Thanks for sharing love the video be safe out there

@michellestone8238 2 года назад

i love them huge honken trees so much i moved to Brookings to see them when ever i want to =] have a ball out there stayin safe doin it !!

@snvb2007 2 года назад

Thanks Bex!!

@1wolfdog1 2 года назад

Really like that campsite. Thanks for sharing your adventures.

@cindypoole831 2 года назад

Wonderful!

@jaymore1178 2 года назад

Wow good idea 💡

@barbarasummers280 2 года назад

The fires are also how they reproduce, it takes a fire to open the seed and allow a tree to grow from it...

@ms.m7995 2 года назад

Beautiful video, sequoias are so majestic! Have you been impacted by smoke from the fires?

@BexCatherder 2 года назад

I've been camping up in the Sierras just north of Yosemite and a couple of days we had very thick smoke shrouding the entire forest. I drove down to Sonora and it was just as thick there. But mostly it's been clear with just a hint of smoke. Not too bad, thankfully.

@rhondatraywick3724 2 года назад

It’s a shame any of these majestic trees have burn scars! Safe travels!

@BexCatherder 2 года назад

The fires are a good thing for sequoia as it clears the forest of competing trees and the pinecones of the sequoia open up and drop seeds when burned. So they depend on fire as part of their life cycle.

@rhondatraywick3724 2 года назад

@@BexCatherder didn’t know that, thanks, everything is connected in someway!

@laurajphillips 2 года назад

As always a Beautiful Vid!

@cherrylm2 2 года назад

Omg l love this place 👌❤

@susankula7709 2 года назад

Thank you for the great video.

@gilbertarnold8666 2 года назад

Great video thank you!

@markreynolds3850 2 года назад

Thanks for sharing this video, interesting video

@briancoughlin6732 2 года назад

I wanted to do a giant tree hug but they had fences around the big trees

@FlourishingLove Год назад

Here is an interesting thing I heard, and I couldn't help but think about it when I watched this. Have you looked at Devil's Tower in Wyoming? It looks like the base of a giant Sequoia Tree. This person who made comment about that, (a somewhat well known person), said that millions of years ago the Earth had a much different atmosphere which allowed for things to grow much bigger than we can wrap our heads around. He said if you look at the dinosaurs, maybe they didn't really die off completely. Maybe they are just MUCH, MUCH smaller now. Same with trees, etc. This is an interesting thing to ponder. I went and looked at Devil's Tower in photos, and it does look like the trunk of a tree that became petrified. Wow.....could it be???