I've got a walking stick that I cut from a small Madrone tree here on my property in western Oregon.
It's about 5-1/2 feet long, and about 1/12" around on the big end. It's dried well over the years and is light but stout.
It has red colored bark. Been using it for my morning walk for several years.
My driveway gains 300 feel elevation in 1/2 mile, and this pole helps me keep my balance.
Plus it would make a great club if I had to whack something!
Virgil B.
