Many
environmental groups have been working for years to try to stop the clear-cutting
of the last remaining redwood forests in America. Many redwoods are a thousand
years old! One young woman's passion brought more attention than all of the previous
efforts combined. Julia Butterfly Hill climbed a giant redwood nicknamed Luna
and lived 180 feet up in a small treehouse for more than 2 years to prevent loggers
from cutting the tree down. During that time she conducted hundreds of interviews
and news conferences and wrote poetry. After the experience she wrote inspiring
books about her experience, including, One Makes the Difference: Inspiring
Actions that Change our World. She also started the
Circle of Life Foundation to "activate people through education, inspiration
and connection to live in a way that honors the diversity and interdependence
of all life. We believe that you, yes you, make the difference in the world."
