I wanted to make a quick post to introduce myself as I hope to visit
  you all at Congaree in February to learn the science and/or art of
  measuring trees.

  I am a
  recreational tree climber who likes getting out into the woods (when
  the family allows me) to look for waterfalls and big trees.  I have
  enjoyed reading your posts and appreciate you all sharing your
  experiences.  At this time I'm planning to attend your gathering at
  Conagree to learn the ropes and help out in any way I can.

  I thought I would share one tree with you that resides along the
  Chattahoochee River in Atlanta.  I have named it Big Mouth (if the
  pictures post, you will see why).  Although my measurements aren't
  precise, this tree had a 15' circumference that tapered 9' at its 61'
  mark.  I climbed to 116' and guess the tree went on for another 10 to
  15 feet.

At the base of Big Mouth...

http://i280.photobucket.com/albums/kk190/jimc1957/Big%20Mouth/TreeCli...

http://i280.photobucket.com/albums/kk190/jimc1957/Big%20Mouth/TreeCli...

Looking up the tree...

http://i280.photobucket.com/albums/kk190/jimc1957/Big%20Mouth/TreeCli...

A couple views from near the top...

http://i280.photobucket.com/albums/kk190/jimc1957/Big%20Mouth/TreeCli...

http://i280.photobucket.com/albums/kk190/jimc1957/Big%20Mouth/TreeCli...

Jim Corey

http://groups.google.com/group/entstrees/browse_thread/thread/3a6dbe078f998ae5?hl=en