I took these photographs in two areas that aren’t very far apart near the top of Buffalo Road in Caroline, NY. I’m impressed by the adaptations the trees have made in response to where they are growing. The majestic maple has been growing on the edge of the woods in a clear area for a long time. The trees behind it are young. This tree has been alone in the sun for much of its life.
Not far up the hill from this spot is a group of trees that are growing close together. It looks like they have been competing (or sharing) the sun for their entire lives.