Trees or Trail Trees?

[cdsieg]

I have seen trees like this before, but hadn't paid too much attention until I saw something about trail trees. Just want some feedback from the non skeptics, not saying you have to think they are... but at least believe they exist! LOL

This photo is one I took before I learned about trail trees, I can't wait to go back to take better pictures.


This one I found the day after I learned about the trees. I should add it is pointing to the fresh water spring. you can see band mark on this nub. This tree points to a fresh water spring.


This points to the tree above.
This tree has a hollow base, it looks like it has been burnt out. There is also a hole in the notch (last Photo) ( this is the top of the tree in the next few photos) (this is also the top of the same tree)

 

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[desertmoons]

The first couple of trees look good to me! Document them thoroughly as they will not last forever. I have seen two or three trees that were angled to make a cross..or tripod. Near it was a modified tree with a needle like opening down its middle to look through I guess. So even the cross branches up in the sky there are a possibility.

 

[Shortstack]

That tree that your dogs are checking out (picture 9863) could be a "moonshine" tree. In the old days, one could leave the proper payment inside a certain tree like that, and some short time later, return and find a jug of "shine waiting.

 

[cdsieg]

The first couple of trees look good to me! Document them thoroughly as they will not last forever. I have seen two or three trees that were angled to make a cross..or tripod. Near it was a modified tree with a needle like opening down its middle to look through I guess. So even the cross branches up in the sky there are a possibility.

What do you mean document them? thanks for you feedback!

 

[cdsieg]

That tree that your dogs are checking out (picture 9863) could be a "moonshine" tree. In the old days, one could leave the proper payment inside a certain tree like that, and some short time later, return and find a jug of "shine waiting.

thank you! That is really cool and yes it would be a great place to hide something.

 

[desertmoons]

That tree that your dogs are checking out (picture 9863) could be a "moonshine" tree. In the old days, one could leave the proper payment inside a certain tree like that, and some short time later, return and find a jug of "shine waiting.

Is that personal experience talking ss? lol.

Cdsieg,, I just mean take pictures of them and if you are inclined, gps mark them. Take pictures of each side. NESW It can get boring after a while I will admit, if you have more than few. And it may be a thankless task. But someone will appreciate it some day. I've contemplated what to do with some pics I have of trail trees that were cut down..but still waiting for illumination to come on that. If nothing comes along before my end I guess I will just donate them to the local archives. They just were not recognized as historically significant at the time by the powers that be. It reminds of something I read once about the gov't cleaning up the graffitti on Morro Rock. They erased Kit Carsons carving of his name because who ever was doing it, did not recognize it as "historical" lol.

By the way.. follow them.. if it points..go that way. You may be surprised at what you find!

 

[cdsieg]

Is that personal experience talking ss? lol.

Cdsieg,, I just mean take pictures of them and if you are inclined, gps mark them. Take pictures of each side. NESW It can get boring after a while I will admit, if you have more than few. And it may be a thankless task. But someone will appreciate it some day. I've contemplated what to do with some pics I have of trail trees that were cut down..but still waiting for illumination to come on that. If nothing comes along before my end I guess I will just donate them to the local archives. They just were not recognized as historically significant at the time by the powers that be. It reminds of something I read once about the gov't cleaning up the graffitti on Morro Rock. They erased Kit Carsons carving of his name because who ever was doing it, did not recognize it as "historical" lol.

By the way.. follow them.. if it points..go that way. You may be surprised at what you find!

I do have a gps so I know I can get coordinates if I can find the time! I wish I knew more about trees, so I would know what kind they are and about how old they might be, this would eliminate me doing trees that are too young and bent for other reasons, such as growing around something and etc. I went for a walk with my husband today and tried to find that first tree in my photos again, but no such luck. I did however find I think 3 more! (I haven't edited my photos yet, but if anyone is still commenting on here when I get that done, I will post them). There are about 12 miles of woods here so there is some ground to cover! And so much more metal detecting to do! LOL A question about these trees... is there anyone to notify if these are indeed tree markers?
Thank you so much for taking the time, to respond to my post and for sharing your experience and knowledge so freely.
Cindy

 

[Rebel - KGC]

You DO have a "Pointer Tree" to the fresh water Spring; native ppl used them, then the explorers (Daniel Boone, etc), colonial ppl...; you also have "messages trees", modified use by "Shiners", LOL! If in NORTHERN Georgia, Trees were used to "lead to" GOLD! HH! GOOD LUCK!

 

[releventchair]

Sorry dim memory but there is a group that records Indian trail trees in the u.s.. some research should find them to see how they confirm.
Some pics they put up and maps of tree locations too i think. Thanks for sharing your pics.

 

[cdsieg]

You DO have a "Pointer Tree" to the fresh water Spring; native ppl used them, then the explorers (Daniel Boone, etc), colonial ppl...; you also have "messages trees", modified use by "Shiners", LOL! If in NORTHERN Georgia, Trees were used to "lead to" GOLD! HH! GOOD LUCK!

Thanks for sharing! What did you mean by: "messages trees", modified use by "Shiners"
and what is a message tree?

 

[cdsieg]

Sorry dim memory but there is a group that records Indian trail trees in the u.s.. some research should find them to see how they confirm.
Some pics they put up and maps of tree locations too i think. Thanks for sharing your pics.

Thank you, I will see what I can find. I should have more trees on here soon!

 

[Rebel - KGC]

Thanks for sharing! What did you mean by: "messages trees", modified use by "Shiners"
and what is a message tree?

Tree yer dog was looking into is a messages tree; with "notes" to be picked up for various reasons (ppl that "knew" the trail). Moonshiners later use the hollows of the trees to accept prearranged "payment" for moonshine, etc... "TRUST" was established, sort of like a "honor system" among the "folks of the hills"...

 

[cdsieg]

Tree yer dog was looking into is a messages tree; with "notes" to be picked up for various reasons (ppl that "knew" the trail). Moonshiners later use the hollows of the trees to accept prearranged "payment" for moonshine, etc... "TRUST" was established, sort of like a "honor system" among the "folks of the hills"...

Thanks for explaining, I got thrown off by the word "Shiners", the ranch dogs name is Shiner and in the four months we are here Shiner's our dog! She sleeps in our RV and is treated just like my full time dog, spoiled rotten! I did not remember the topic of moonshiners and now feel like an idiot! LOL Thanks again for the information.

 

[cdsieg]

Sorry dim memory but there is a group that records Indian trail trees in the u.s.. some research should find them to see how they confirm.
Some pics they put up and maps of tree locations too i think. Thanks for sharing your pics.

Thank you for that information, I looked it up and this is what I found, I thought I'd share it on here in hopes that we can educate others and help lead others to reporting their tree findings. Trail Tree Project

 

[cdsieg]

Sorry dim memory but there is a group that records Indian trail trees in the u.s.. some research should find them to see how they confirm.
Some pics they put up and maps of tree locations too i think. Thanks for sharing your pics.

Thank you for that information, I looked it up and this is what I found, I thought I'd share it on here in hopes that we can educate others and help lead others to reporting their tree findings. Trail Tree Project

 

[cdsieg]

I posted some more of the photos on this link here, I have found 10 trees so far. Please look here for some of the other trees I found.

http://www.treasurenet.com/forums/t...5-treasure-marks-signs-diagnosed-here-14.html

This forum at the link above is REALLY long, just go to the bottom of the page to find my post or Press your "ctrl" key and the letter "f" type cdsieg and press enter, it will take you right to it.

 

[releventchair]

Neat. One on map in my state. Ouch. Sister sent a pic of her son by one,hope it was submitted. Used to be a few when we were kids but age was debated.
Figuring out where they lead next.

 

[cdsieg]

Neat. One on map in my state. Ouch. Sister sent a pic of her son by one,hope it was submitted. Used to be a few when we were kids but age was debated.
Figuring out where they lead next.

I wish I knew which ones lead to the buried treasures! I also don't know what it means when you have two or three in eye sight and they all point to a different direction?

 

[dog the treasure hunter]

stay with it cdsieg, keep gathering info. on the subject,keep doing your field work. it wont be easy. but you will start to understand what they are saying. i wouldnt post the gps. keep you and the place safe. good luck,and great photos.

 

[cdsieg]

stay with it cdsieg, keep gathering info. on the subject,keep doing your field work. it wont be easy. but you will start to understand what they are saying. i wouldnt post the gps. keep you and the place safe. good luck,and great photos.

Thank you, I appreciate your words, and I will do my part to keep them safe!