Discovering Forestry

Joe and Korey sit down and discuss the current state of tree and forest health care. They do a deep dive into plant growth regulators (PGRs), touch on pollinators, and soil health too! Listen in and have a good laugh, and let us know what you think the future of plant health will be... If you enjoyed the podcast please rate, review, subscribe and tell a fellow tree lover! Questions or topics you w...

Korey sits down with Carolina Paredes of Beast Coast Tree Climbers of Asheville, North Carolina and discusses the “Beast Coast Difference.” Listen in as we discuss some of the more important things that you can do to stay fit, healthy, hydrated, and mentally prepared to tackle your day… or that next tree removal… Guest: Carolina Paredes - https://www.beastcoasttreeclimbers.com/  If you enjoye...

Joe & Korey sit down with Nick Araya of TREEcareLA and discuss some of the differences in how arboriculture is practiced and perceived in California. Nick shares a lifetime of experiences and advice in a compelling conversation about trees you will not want to miss! Guest: Nick Araya, TREEcareLA, https://treecarela.com/  If you enjoyed the podcast please rate, review, subscribe and tell a...

Joe & Korey sit down with Tom Dunn of Arborisk and discuss the importance of being properly insured in the tree world. Hear some interesting stories, and fun facts about covering your assets! Guest: Tom Dunn, Arborisk, https://arboriskinsurance.com/  If you enjoyed the podcast please rate, review, subscribe and tell a fellow tree lover! Questions or topics you would like us to discuss? Se...

Joe & Korey sit down and discuss the last 2500 years of caring for trees chemically. Learn about some of the compounds and chemistries used over the years. Zink, Copper, Arsenic, DDT and more! If you enjoyed the podcast please rate, review, subscribe and tell a fellow tree lover! Questions or topics you would like us to discuss? Send them to discoveringforestry@gmail.com . Music credit: Cool T...

Joe & Korey sit down and discuss the last 700 million years, and how trees evolved from green algae, to what we see and appreciate today! (Don't worry, we skip over a few "less arborist-climactic" million years...) If you enjoyed the podcast please rate, review, subscribe and tell a fellow tree lover! Questions or topics you would like us to discuss? Send them to discoveringforestry@gmail.com...

Joe & Korey sit down with Eric Olson, Consulting Forester and Owner of Legacy Forest Management, based in Wisconsin. Learn about what is involved with being a procurement forester, managing forests for habitat, recreation, and timber sales. Eric brings his many years of experience and expertise in this conversation about traditional forestry in Wisconsin! Guest: Eric Olson: https://legacyfores...

Joe & Korey sit down with Wes Smith, of Tree Service Digital, an online marketing service agency that specializes in the tree and landscape world. At Tree Service Digital, they do things a little different, to help position your tree service above the competition. Listen in, as we discuss some of the key things you should be doing, including: Website, SEO, Google Ads and other modern marketing...

Joe & Korey sit down with Matt Bailey, founder and active owner of Alpine Landscape Service, Winter Park, CO. Alpine Landscape Service are members of the Associated Landscape Contractors of Colorado (ALCC), the National Association of Landscape Professionals (NALP), the Better Business Bureau (BBB), and Landscape Industry Certified. Learn about how landscaping has evolved, and some of the cons...

Joe & Korey sit down with Dane Staley of Arbor Drone and discuss the use of drones in urban and traditional forestry. Learn about the many uses of drones and where the technology is coming from, as well as too many new vocabulary words to remember.  Learn more: www.arbordrone.net  If you enjoyed the podcast please rate, review, subscribe and tell a fellow tree lover! Questions or top...

Joe & Korey sit down and discuss dirt forestry with Hilary Wells. Learn about what a 'traditional forester' does on a day-to-day, and see the industry from a different perspective.  If you enjoyed the podcast please rate, review, subscribe and tell a fellow tree lover! Questions or topics you would like us to discuss? Send them to discoveringforestry@gmail.com . Music credit: Cool Tools M...

Joe & Korey sit down and discuss silviculture! Learn about what exactly is silviculture, and some of the terms and techniques associated with the 'traditional' forestry industry.  If you enjoyed the podcast please rate, review, subscribe and tell a fellow tree lover! Questions or topics you would like us to discuss? Send them to discoveringforestry@gmail.com . Music credit: Cool Tools Mus...

Joe & Korey sit down with Jeff Inman the Risk Manager for True Timber Arborists. He is responsible for the safety and training programs and in the field he specializes in technical projects, largely centered around climbing and rigging. If you enjoyed the podcast please rate, review, subscribe and tell a fellow tree lover! Questions or topics you would like us to discuss? Send them to discover...

Joe & Korey sit down with Matt McCarty, Manufacturer’s Representative for North American Rescue. The products North American Rescue develop have a critical and defined mission... each is an innovative lifesaving solution to the unique challenges that arise during casualty care in difficult to manage situations and environments. Stay Safe! Learn more: www.narescue.com If you enjoyed the podcast...

Joe & Korey sit down with Jonathan Cain, the Community Engagement Manager with the TREE Fund. Jonathan has been in the event industry for 15 years and has been with the TREE Fund for a year. The TREE Fund, Tree Research and Education Endowment Fund raises money for tree care, proper tree planting and scholarships. Tour Des Trees registration ends June 20th! www.treefund.org If you enjoyed the...

Joe & Korey sit down with Joe Hansen the host and founder of The Municipal Arborist Podcast. They discuss how the The Municipal Arborist Podcast started and how Joe got into the industry. Check out The Municipal Arborist Podcast! If you enjoyed the podcast please rate, review, subscribe and tell a fellow tree lover! Questions or topics you would like us to discuss? Send them to discoveringfore...

Joe & Korey sit down with Dana Davis who is the Senior Consultant and owner with Green Point Consulting. He brings over 30 years of green industry experience in sales, account management, and operations with national corporations and regional firms focused on lawn care, and plant health care. https://www.greenpointconsultant.com/ Book recommendation: The Five Dysfunctions of a Team: A Leadersh...

Joe & Korey sit down with Corey Parshall of Parshall Tree Care Experts. They discuss how Corey got into the industry and how he and his team see the industry differently. Corey has over 13 years experience in the industry and is also the President of ISA Michigan. www.parshalltreecare.com If you enjoyed the podcast please rate, review, subscribe and tell a fellow tree lover! Questions or topic...

Joe and Korey sit down with Bob Longo from TCIA. They talk about how TCIA strives to advance tree care businesses. TCIA focuses on the companies and meeting owners and leaders to protect themselves and their company with better business and safety practices. Subscribe to the TCI Magazine https://tcimag.tcia.org/subscribe/ Check out the TCIA Events Calendar If you enjoyed the podcast please rate, r...

Joe & Korey sit down and discuss how they found their niche in the industry and how it makes a difference when you do find it.  If you enjoyed the podcast please rate, review, subscribe and tell a fellow tree lover! Questions or topics you would like us to discuss? Send them to discoveringforestry@gmail.com . Music credit: Cool Tools Music Video - "Timber" Hosted by: Joe Aiken & Korey...

Joe & Korey sit down with Hans Tielmann from NJ Crane Expert. NJ Crane Expert are the experts when it comes to crane certification and arborist safety training. Joe, Korey & Hans discuss the safety and importance of training with cranes and how people can sign up for the classes NJ Crane Expert offers. Learn more about NJ Crane Expert https://www.njcraneexpert.com/about-1 TCI’s BMP on Cran...

Joe & Korey sit down with Pete Evers, a well rounded Arborist who has been in Arboriculture for about 30+ years. Pete started his career in Denver, CO working residential to commercial, and has had the chance to work in every part of the industry. Pete is now located in California in a data driven position. He is working with different tree data that will contribute to managing forests in the...

Joe & Korey discuss what you can do to get involved before the busy season. There are so many different ways to get involved whether it's to volunteer with your local ISA board of directors, different workshops at conferences, days of service, serve on a committee or looking into Saluting Branches.  Saluting Branches honors American service men and women by organizing volunteer tree and l...

Joe & Korey keep it light and fun and talk about different movies that trees were the stars or just a memorable part of the movie. Do you have a favorite that we missed? Reach out and let us know! If you enjoyed the podcast please rate, review, subscribe and tell a fellow tree lover! Questions or topics you would like us to discuss? Send them to discoveringforestry@gmail.com . Music credit: Co...

With the weather warming up in some parts of the country, Joe & Korey sit down to discuss the Spring checklist! March is a transition month to get it out there and make sure your equipment and trucks are ready for another successful season. If you enjoyed the podcast please rate, review, subscribe and tell a fellow tree lover! Questions or topics you would like us to discuss? Send them to disc...