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Geoff takes on the world's tallest Christmas tree
Geoff takes on the world's tallest Christmas tree
Geoff takes on the world's tallest Christmas tree
Tuesday 18th June 2024
Join Geoff Law as he tackles the world's tallest Christmas tree to highlight Tasmania's threatened forests. A tale of adventure, nature, and holiday spirit.
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Episode Overview
- Geoff Law receives a call from Bob Brown to decorate an 80-metre eucalyptus tree.
- The project aims to draw attention to Tasmania's threatened old-growth forests.
- Geoff rallies a team to tackle climbing and decorating challenges.
- The team faces dangerous weather conditions while stringing over 3,000 fairy lights.
- The project kicks off a successful campaign to protect the Sticks Valley.
We strung more than 3,000 fairy lights on that tree. And each of them had to be connected via power boards and extension cords eventually to a generator
Ever wondered what it takes to decorate the world's tallest Christmas tree? In this episode of 'Days Like These — True Stories', you'll follow Geoff Law's wild adventure as he tackles an 80-metre eucalyptus tree in Tasmania's Sticks Valley. It's 1999, and with the Millennium Bug looming and Olympic fever in the air, Geoff receives a call from Senator Bob Brown. The task? To bring attention to the threatened old-growth forests by turning a giant tree into a festive spectacle.
From rallying a team of climbers to securing thousands of fairy lights, Geoff faces a series of challenges, all while keeping the project under wraps from Forestry Tasmania. Through gusty winds and treacherous climbs, Geoff and his team manage to pull off this audacious project, lighting up the tree just in time for Christmas. This episode isn't just about a daring environmental stunt; it’s also a heartwarming tale of dedication and love for nature.
You'll hear about Geoff's childhood fascination with the wilderness, his involvement in the Wilderness Society, and the monumental campaign to save Tasmania's forests. The story culminates in a moment of triumph when the tree lights up, symbolising hope and resilience. Tune in for a mix of humour, suspense, and inspiration as Geoff recounts this unforgettable experience. So, are you ready to hear how a Christmas tree became a beacon of environmental activism?