Which sports locale is known for its Amen Corner, The Big Oak Tree and the Eisenhower tree?
Eisenhower Tree Jack Nicklaus said, "The Eisenhower Tree is such an iconic fixture and symbol of tradition at Augusta National. It was such an integral part of the game and one that will be sorely missed." There is another tree named after Eisenhower, located at Dalmeny Golf Club in Scotland, planted by the President during a visit to Edinburgh to receive the freedom of the city in 1946. On hearing of the death in Augusta, the club offered to provide an acorn to plant a new oak tree. A few yards beyond the Eisenhower Tree, another tree was planted a number of
The Big Tree, Rockport oak and the Texas live oak too. Live oak growth rate and size vary by location. The largest examples tend to grow further inland, while live oaks in coastal regions are usually smaller. Therefore, the size of the "Big Tree" makes it a rare specimen for a coastal location. The Texas Forest Service estimates the tree to be over 1,000 years old, while other recent estimates place it nearer to 2,000 years old. Also known as "Bishop Oak" and "Lamar Oak", the "Big Tree" is a charter member (#16) of the Live Oak Society and has been the subject of