A certified arborist is comparing his industry to the "wild west" as more and more people are taking up the job with little to no training in an attempt to cash in on the demand created by the emerald ash borer.
Read MoreWakefield Arborists
Yes, I know we are a good-looking gang, but we also like to contribute to a good cause. Wakefield is known for it's community spirit, so it didn't take much to convince a bunch of guys who love to climb trees to do some much-needed pruning in Geggie Park, on the shores of the Gatineau river in Wakefield. You can see the famous Black Sheep in some of the photos, but from a much different perspective.
My pics of Tampa: 2015 World Tree-Climbing Comp
Man, Florida is hot, even in March! Jeb and I made it down to the ocean on the day after the competition. We had a good time; I didn't get the results I wanted, but the Wakefield covered bridge wasn't built in a day. I will have to return to the Quebec competition in the fall and defend my title to be eligible for the next Worlds, in San Antonio, Texas, 2016.
Check out the Spanish moss in the pines that we were climbing!
Read MoreThe History of the ITCC
I’m headed to Milwaukee, WI this weekend to represent Quebec in the international tree-climbing competition. A recent article in the Arborist News reminded me how important these competitions are to making the tree industry safe. And it took some pioneers to carve the way.
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Diagram of newly planted tree
12-Step Tree planting
Tree planting is actually easy, but there are a few crucial things to give the sapling the best chance to flourish.
Read MoreWanna know how trees survive winter?
250 million years ago, no tree existed that could have withstood temperatures below freezing. Either the tree’s “plumbing” would have frozen, or the leaves would have got frostbite.
Read MoreReal vs Fake Christmas Trees
If your family does Christmas, what kind of tree do you use? If you don’t participate because of commercial exploitation and greed, fair enough, but I’m really curious to hear creative ideas and various views on real vs fake trees.
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