Hamm's ArborCare

Weather or Not 19.04.2023 13:51 ↓

Bug season has started, which means Hamm's Arbor Care has started spraying for bugs. Kevin talks about the difficulties of spraying at this time of year. Also, biochar - what is it, how is it used, and what it means for Hamm's.

Trees and Things 12.04.2023 15:41 ↓

Kevin makes a rare studio appearance and he talks with Shawn about legacy trees, animals he's gotten out of trees (yes, he rescues cats), tree safety, what he looks at when he arrives at a property, and how he took up sourdough bread baking as a hobby.

Oak Pruning 29.03.2023 14:31 ↓

Kevin talks about degree days, oak whilt, and why there's a window for oak trimming. Also, there's an issue with the newsletter that everyone should know about.

Designer Pants 01.03.2023 17:44 ↓

Kevin explains why he wears $300 pants to work. Also, the importance of checking ordinances when deciding to trim, remove, or keep your trees; updates on the website; and more on legacy trees.

The Legality of Trees 22.02.2023 12:01 ↓

In the wake of the tree dispute in Brooklyn, WI that lead to gunfire, Kevin explains how, and why, trees can become a legal issue. Also, Hamm's Arborcare has got a new slogan.

Safety Edu-tainment 15.02.2023 12:58 ↓

Kevin is back from Barbados! He and Shawn talk about continuing education, safety, and the importance of knowing that you never know everything.

Room to Grow 08.02.2023 10:34 ↓

Kevin is broadcasting from a conference this week and he and Shawn talk about the importance of professional growth.

Legacy Trees 01.02.2023 17:17 ↓

Usually we focus on taking down and trimming back trees with Kevin, but today we talk about planting and caring for them instead.

A Puzzling Fundraiser 18.01.2023 12:48 ↓

There's a connection between Tikal National Park in Guatemala and a one-of-a-kind puzzle and Kevin's here to explain what it is. Plus, he and Shawn talk about the importance of hiring a well-trained professional when having your trees taken down.

Getting to the Root of the Issue 11.01.2023 13:12 ↓

Kevin talks about the work he's done at Taliesin and the importance of throughly removing certain types of trees, like sumac.

Storytime 04.01.2023 11:02 ↓

Kevin talks about what got him into the arborist business full time and what it has to do with a federal prison. (Hint: it's not as bad as it sounds.)

The Sap Still Flows 28.12.2022 10:00 ↓

Kevin talks about what's going on with trees, even though it's cold outside.

Winter Is Here 21.12.2022 10:49 ↓

Kevin talks about snow damage, particularly to pines, and some of the issues around climbing trees in winter.

Gift of Trees 14.12.2022 11:05 ↓

Kevin talks about Witch Hazel, working in winter, putting an accent to a pretentious comment, and merch on sale with the old logo.

High Winds 30.11.2022 9:55 ↓

Kevin talks about how they keep working on trees in those high winter winds.

The Big Guns 16.11.2022 10:58 ↓

Kevin and Shawn talk about the heavy tree removal equipment: knuckleboom cranes, feed lines and more.

OMG, Shoes. 09.11.2022 7:56 ↓

Kevin is TCIA Convention in North Carolina, but he takes some time off from it to talk with us about...shoes?

Go Out and Check Your Trees 02.11.2022 13:16 ↓

Kevin and Shawn talk about why it's important to get out and LOOK at your trees, especially now that the leaves are off. Also, they talk about the importance of "training pruning" and other early and consistent forms of tree care.