Francis Marion National Forest Region, South Carolina
“Between every two pines is a doorway to a new world.” – John Muir
Project Description
This Gift Tree Planting Project in the area around McClellanville, South Carolina in the region of the Francis Marion National Forest. This area was formerly part of the large rice growing Tibwin Plantation. More recently, the area was owned by International Paper and principally used to grow and harvest Loblolly Pine for commercial production.
In 1989, the area suffered extensive damage from Hurricane Hugo, resulting in large scale deforestation. International Paper abandoned the property, and it is now managed by a local parks commission. Based on the area’s natural characteristics, the commission initiated a Longleaf Pine restoration planting project.
Restoring and managing the longleaf pine enhances the forest ecology and the highly diverse ecosystem. The incredible diversity of plant and animal species, many of which are endemic only to this habitat, includes rare species like the gopher turtle or red-cockaded woodpecker.
Virtual Tour
You can view the general area of this planting project by clicking on the following link:
Virtual Tour – Francis Marion National Forest Region
Once connected to the map, feel free to zoom in and out to get a feel of the general planting
area as well as its location in South Carolina, the United States, and the world. The link is best viewed on a
personal computer as opposed to a cell phone. Please understand that this is the general area of the tree planting. Your
tree would be planted among thousands of other gift trees and there is no plaque designating the gift
tree and visiting the tree is unfortunately not possible.
Know that the tree planting project is making a monumental difference for the earth and
opening a new doorway to the world for future generations. If you have any questions, please
view our contact information at: www.thegiftedtree.com/contact-us/.
Preserve Their Legacy For Future Generations.
Location listed on tree tribute planting certificate = Francis Marion National Forest Region, South Carolina
If you have any questions, or need help in placing an order, please feel free to contact us.
