Kiidk'yaas, the Golden Spruce
Kiidk'yaas
A revered mutant Sitka spruce tree, known as Kiidk'yaas by the Haida people, which was tragically felled in 1997 in an act of ecoterrorism.

📜 Sacred Sitka spruce with golden needles, central to Haida mythology.
🔍 Felled in 1997 by an environmental activist, its legacy continues through saplings.

Why Go

🌲 Witness the site of a legendary tree
📚 Learn about Haida culture and environmental protest
🚶 Explore the Golden Spruce Trail
📸 Reflect on nature's resilience

Why Avoid

💤 Site of a felled tree, not the living original
🚫 Remote location, requires travel to Haida Gwaii

Tips

🗺️ Visit the Golden Spruce Trail viewpoint to see remains
📖 Read John Vaillant's 'The Golden Spruce' for deeper insight

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