Easily one of the most dangerous places, the Redwoods is a massive forest filled with large predators and even larger prey. This massive forest is surrounded by The Writhing, a massive swamp filled with faster, poisonous creatures. However if you manage to get past these, the payouts of an expedition are amazing- abundant sap and honey, exotic plants and fruits, and maybe even a new pet...
If you survive long enough to tame it.