The Doug Fir(s)
“Doughye and Dougie"
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Bio
Doughye and Dougie are twin Douglas Firs, standing tall and proud on their beautiful bifurcated trunk. Together, they form a striking duo, their branches intertwining like old friends sharing secrets. As the sunlight filters through the delicate yet pokey needles, creating a mosaic of green, Doughye and Dougie cast playful shadows, inviting wildlife and individuals to rest beside their shaded embrace. Towering like ancient sentinels, Doughye and Dougie are known for their impressive height, and ability to live for more than 1000 years! As the state tree of Oregon, Doughye and Dougie embody the spirit of resilience, community, and the great outdoors. While standing tall at the northwest edge of campus, they are the first Majestic Trees to those driving to Linfield from Portland, Salem and beyond. Dougie and Doughye remind us all that you don't have to live on campus for Linfield to be home. With each year passing, Dougyhe and Dougie grow a little taller, their roots digging deeper into the rich Oregon soil. They know that they are more than just two trees sharing a common trunk. They are a connection to the shared Oregon spirit! As long as they stand, Doughye and Dougie will continue to inspire awe and appreciation for the lush wilderness of the Pacific Northwest.
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Stats
Location: On Blaine Street by Murdock and Taylor Halls
DBH:158.4cm
Height: 33.8m
Green Weight= 29,342.91 kg
Dry weight= 14,671.46 kg
Carbon Content= 7,335.73 kg
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More About the Doug Fir
Towering like ancient sentinels, douglas firs are known for their impressive height, and ability to live for more than 1000 years! As the state tree of Oregon, Doughye and Dougie embody the spirit of resilience, community, and the great outdoors. The Douglas fir was designated as the Oregon state tree in 1939. It was chosen for its significant ecological, economic, and cultural contributions to the state. As a vital part of Oregon's forests, the Douglas fir symbolizes the natural beauty and richness of the region, reflecting the state's deep connection to its timber industry and the lush landscape that define Oregon. Douglas firs are notable not only for their impressive height and longevity but also for their thick, furrowed bark, which offers protection from fire and pests. This evergreen conifer, part of the pine family (Pinaceae), is highly valued for its timber, which is used in construction, furniture, and paper products. Douglas firs thrive in diverse environments, from coastal ranges to mountainous regions, showcasing their adaptability and resilience.
Music for Doughye and Dougie:
Note: This piece should be listened to on headphones to experience the full expression.
“Linfield Student Composer Devin Doherty wrote this music as an expression of the double-trunked Douglas Fir tree. The listener will be aware of two different melodies, one on the left and one on the right side of the aural spectrum.
At first, the melodies are heard separately in a call-and-response to each other, and then are heard together in an intertwining duet (which takes some skill to create)! You’ll also hear distinct percussion parts and two bass lines, with a steady clap on an off-beat that brings us in and out of this alluring music.
Devin Doherty is a student in Dr. Campbell’s Music & Technology course.”
- Dr. William Campbell
Endorsed by:
Justice Bowdle-Student
Maddix Bowdle- Student
“This tree is beautiful and unique to campus as it has a gorgeous bifurcated trunk! It is also the state tree for Oregon which I find very cool!”- Justice Bowdle