by Kim Cooper | Jan 17, 2024 | The Esotouric Blog
The great Eagle Tree, a native Western Sycamore (Platanus racemosa), stood for centuries in what is now the City of Compton as a natural landmark. The tree was so remarkable in size and distinction that it was recorded by Henry Hancock on his Rancho San Pedro survey...
by Kim Cooper | Jul 15, 2020 | The Esotouric Blog
Richard Schave looks on The Eagle Tree, November 2019 It’s always unpleasant to break the news that a significant cultural landmark is in trouble. During a pandemic, it feels cruel. But we can’t sit on this information any longer: Compton’s landmark...