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Arboriculture Best Practices

  • Buckthorn
    May 12, 2025

    Buckthorn, an Invasive but Useful Pest

    By Michael Hoppe

      Originating in parts of Europe and Asia, Rhamnus cathartic, aka buckthorn, was brought to these shores intended to be a welcome addition to our native landscaping stock. Now that it has gone feral, pushing its way into many [...]

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  • Supplemental Tree-Support Systems
    May 6, 2025

    An Introduction to Supplemental Tree-Support Systems, Part 4: Business Benefits and Long-Term Opportunities

    By ANDY JONES, CTSP, AND NICK GREENWOOD, CTS

      Over the first three installments of this series, we’ve explored the role of supplemental tree-support systems – why they’re needed, how they’re installed and the equipment required to implement them effectively. While these systems play a crucial role [...]

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  • Arboricultural_Practices_A_Scientific_Approach
    December 6, 2024

    “Arboricultural Practices: A Science-Based Approach,” by Lindsey Purcell

    By Steven Pregler

    Purcell’s latest book covers all relevant aspects of arboriculture based on current research and best practices, says reviewer Steven Pregler. As readers of TCI Magazine, we should all recognize the name Lindsey Purcell. Among the many articles he [...]

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  • Photo 1: Fire-burnt trees are a severe hazard on the West Coast. They can injure wildland firefighters working to put an active fire out, or they become a hazard even after the fire is out. This was right on a road, creating a hazard for those using the area for recreation.
    December 1, 2024

    Advanced Felling Techniques

    By RYAN TORCICOLLO, CTSP, AND MATTHEW MECKLEY, CTSP

    Before we even get into the details of how to fell a tree, the most important questions we can ask are, “Can we even fell this tree? Do we have room? What are the hazards? (Photo 1) How much [...]

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  • May 8, 2025

    Arborist Skills | Tailgate Training Session for Rigging and Chain Saw Use

    By Tchukki Andersen, BCMA, CTSP

    Tailgate safety training sessions take all forms - from casual, two-person crew chats to larger, more structured meetings of the safety team and crew members. NG Gilbert, a 26-year TCIA member company and subsidiary line clearance company of the [...]

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