The ginormous Sequoia surrounding Sequoia Grove have undoubtedly sent your tee and approach shots in directions you’d rather see them not go. Sometimes, however, these trees can help.

No, really. We promise.

Take this approach on the par-5 fifth, for example. This shot was about 100 yards longer than it should be, but the tree got in the way.

The result is this, and the Sequoia gets a much-needed assist.