Gudgel White Oak, Menard County, Illinois.
N 39° 56.741 W 089° 44.883
16S E 265225 N 4425345
This giant stand by the rouad side in Menard County, Illinois.
Waymark Code: WMB2N5
Location: Illinois, United States
Date Posted: 03/27/2011
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The first tree in the program was a white oak (The Gudgel Oak - Quercus alba) that dates back to the French and Indian War. It is a well-known landmark tree, but it had structural problems and needed arboricultural work. We raised funds via donations and secured the discounted services of a certified arborist for pruning and cabling. Other contributions provided a small parking area for people to safely park to view the tree, and a large boulder and plaque recognizing the tree and describing its historical importance. With structural support from the cabling, the tree has withstood several severe ice storms and winds that otherwise might have toppled it, extending its life to inspire future generations.
Genus/Species: Quercus alba
Height: 75
Girth: 15
Method of obtaining height: Reliable source
Method of obtaining girth: Reliable source
Location type: Other public property
Age: 260
Historical significance:
It has been core-dated to the French and Indian War (ca. 1750s)
Planter: Unknown. Most likely it was Mother Nature
Website reference: [Web Link]
Parking coordinates: N 39° 56.741 W 089° 44.883
Walk time: 1
Photograpy coordinates: N 39° 56.739 W 089° 44.883
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Visit Instructions:
A closeup picture of your GPS receiver in your hand, with the tree in the background, is required. If the tree is on private property, this closeup photograph with the tree in the background may be taken from the nearest public vantage point without actually going to the tree.
The required photograph does not need to show the entire tree, but the individual tree must be recognizable.