Luna's erfenis

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In December 1997, Julia Butterfly Hill climbed a 200-foot redwood tree named Luna and remained there for 738 days. The tree, located in Northern California, was threatened by the Maxxam Corporation, which had acquired Pacific Lumber and began clear-cutting old-growth forests to pay off debts. Environmentalists accused Maxxam of unsustainable logging practices, leading to protests, including tree sit-ins organized by Earth First! Hill arrived just as loggers prepared to cut down the hillside where Luna had stood for a millennium. Her journey, part diary and part spiritual exploration, recounts her experiences during her time in the tree. Hill shares her encounters with fellow activists, the challenges of living high above the ground, and the threats posed by loggers who resorted to dangerous tactics. Despite the risks, including a tragic incident involving another activist, Hill's presence attracted attention from celebrity supporters and media outlets, raising awareness about forestry issues. While an agreement allowed her to descend safely and spared Luna, much of the surrounding forest has been lost. Yet, Hill remains hopeful, believing that collective action can lead to positive change, even as she acknowledges the ongoing threats to California's redwood groves.