As the oldest tree on the Sutter’s Fort site, the Valley Oak Tree (Quercus lobata) is culturally significant to the land and people. As a keystone species endemic to California, the Valley Oak only grows in California and supports a diverse ecosystem. This collage highlights each element of a Valley Oak tree – the leaves, bark, oak galls, and acorns. The acorns are significant to the Native American communities as a vital food source, providing essential nutrients that sustain generations. The woven photographs of a willow and a redbud tree pay homage to the Maidu and their intricately woven baskets crafted from these plants and used for cooking acorns. The plant scans and cyanotypes highlight the unique leaf shapes of the Valley Oak. The cyanotype process involves exposing paper coated with light-sensitive chemicals to UV light, which emphasizes the structure of the leaf. The cyanotypes are then toned using the tannins from the oak galls. This collection of photographs preserves the cultural and ecological role of the Valley Oak on the site of Sutter's Fort, emphasizing the significance of trees to nature and people.