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But this photo gives you an idea of what it looks like when you look straight up.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The size of the trees is amazing. So is the number of giant trees that we saw.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Giant Sequoia’s survive for centuries because of their fire resistance. We are standing next to a fire damaged portion of this tree. Even with all this damage, the tree continues to thrive and grow.<\/p>\n\n\n\n While the previous picture was being taken, the Sequoia dropped a cone that landed on Steve’s hat and then bounced off of the umbrella he was holding. It was tempting to take the cone as a souvenir, but we decided to drop it on the dirt near the tree.<\/p>\n\n\n\n One last look at one of the very tall Sequoia trees. Notice it is surrounded by many more very tall Sequoias.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The hike through the Mariposa Grove was long, hot, and a little tiring. 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