TreeActions

Like so many others in this diverse world of Arboriculture, Laurie began his formal tree journey in the late 80’s by just needing employment.  A horticulture company gave him the work he required and opened the door to a fulfilling career that has now lasted for 30+ years.  He became a Journey-person Landscape Horticulturist, an ISA Certified Arborist, an ISA Certified Tree Worker Climber Speciali...

Recently Dwayne and I attended the Ontario Chapter of the International Society of Arboriculture 2023 Annual Conference In London Ontario.  While on the trade show floor, we corralled various attendees to have some short conversations about a variety of topics and their individual journeys through the human forest. Thanks to our monthly supporters Brian Maxson Tim Bushnell Catelyst11 Trees&lps...

Recently Dwayne and I attended the Ontario Chapter of the International Society of Arboriculture 2023 Annual Conference In London Ontario.  While on the trade show floor, we corralled various attendees to have some short conversations about a variety of topics and their individual journeys through the human forest. Thanks to our monthly supporters Brian Maxson Tim Bushnell Catelyst11 Trees&lps...

DONALD F. BLAIR Donald F. Blair’s family roots in arboriculture date back to 1911. Don’s father, Millard F. Blair was one of the pioneers in the first generation of 20th Century arborists who dedicated their lives to developing “tree skinning” into a respected multi-disciplined profession. Although Don’s career in arboriculture dates back over 60 years to “forced child labor”, he has been fully en...

Due to technical issues, the original episode with Thor was less quality than I like.  For those of you that listen and gave feedback, thank you!  Dwayne and I decided to give it another go.  While we discussed some of the same things, this episode is by no means a repeat.   Thanks to our monthly supporters Brian Maxson Tim Bushnell Catelyst11 Trees&lps Dylan Tobe Peter LaRue Scott Andrew Hord...

Recently Dwayne and I attended the Ontario Chapter of the International Society of Arboriculture 2023 Annual Conference In London Ontario.  While on the trade show floor, we corralled various attendees to have some short conversations about a variety of topics and their individual journeys through the human forest. Thanks to our monthly supporters Brian Maxson Tim Bushnell Catelyst11 Trees&lps...

Recently Dwayne and I attended the Ontario Chapter of the International Society of Arboriculture 2023 Annual Conference In London Ontario.  While on the trade show floor, we corralled various attendees to have some short conversations about a variety of topics and their individual journeys through the human forest. Thanks to our monthly supporters Brian Maxson Tim Bushnell Catelyst11 Trees&lps...

A discussion with Scott Prophett

Norm Hall is a second-generation arborist. Norm spent his career in the Chicago area working for The Care of Trees and then Davey Tree. Care of Trees company founder John Hendrickson was an industry innovator and pioneer and when John and Norm's father merged, Norm was thrust into a dynamic and progressive arboriculture dynamic in which he flourished Norm worked with Scott Prophet for many years. ...

Thor Clausen is a consummate arborist with a full career not only in arboriculture but had a successful start in landscaping. Thor possesses an excellent knowledge of trees but also perennials annuals and various other landscaping or gardening crafts like retaining walls, irrigation, and deck construction. Thor's arborist career vaulted when his private tree company called ArborTech was purchased...

Norm St. Jean has been an arborist since the eighties when he began his career with Big Axe, the inventor of the hydro axe.  Shortly after starting work with Big Axe, the company sold to Asplundh, and Norm started working on utility line clearance. After a year of running a hydro-axe with multiple mishaps, he was banished to hand slashing with a chainsaw, and Norm's love of the saw was sealed. Dis...

This is the explanation of why Dwane suggested we start the podcast.  We discuss our hopes and expectations as we develop and move forward.  we look at the value of history to the culture of Arborcanada and tree workers in general.  We discuss human forestry and the many analogies and metaphors we can use to learn about trees, tree work, training, and ultimately ourselves. Thanks to our monthly su...