Arborist Blueprint "Climbing the Tree of Life"

@kurtthearborist
Arborist Blueprint "Climbing the Tree of Life"

Arborist Blueprint Podcast "Climbing the Tree of Life", is the ultimate podcast for arborists, tree care professionals, and tree service business owners looking to enhance their expertise and grow their companies. Each episode features industry thought leaders discussing topics like tree health, proper tree planting, regenerative arboriculture, sustainable tree care, and proven business strategies. In collaboration with Atmos Tree, known for its 2:1 tREeCYCLE program, we’re driving the future of Regenerative Arboriculture. CONNECT: https://www.atmostree.org/connect

Episodes

  1. DEC 11

    How To: Backyard Tree Nursery - Seed Collection | Kevin Barkhouse

    Are you an arborist looking to grow your skills—and seedlings? 🌱 In this episode of "The Arborist Blueprint", we explore how arborists and tree enthusiasts can turn their unique access to trees into a sustainable and profitable venture. Our guest, Kevin Barkhouse, is a hobby tree grower who shares his tried-and-true methods for: - Collecting seeds from native trees. - Building air-pruned boxes for healthier, more portable seedlings. - Growing thousands of seedlings, even in limited backyard spaces. Why Arborists Should Grow Seedlings Arborists see hundreds of trees every year, making them ideal leaders in community-based tree nurseries. By growing seedlings: - You can give back to your local environment. - Diversify your income with a sustainable side business. - Collaborate with Atmos Tree to create a nursery co-op or supply seedlings for reforestation projects. Join the Atmos Tree Community Atmos Tree empowers arborists to make a lasting environmental impact through initiatives like our 2:1 TreeCycle Program. Visit our website and sign up for our newsletter packed with valuable articles and updates. If YOU are an arborist we invite you to join our free alliance! We have already planted over 1500 trees together offsetting our removals! 📧 Email: kurt@atmostree.org 🌐 Learn more and subscribe to our newsletter: www.atmostree.org 🎧 Don’t miss future episodes of *The Arborist Blueprint*—subscribe today! 📲 Jobber Software Free Trial and Exclusive discount through Kurt: https://go.getjobber.com/arboristblueprint 💬 What’s your favorite native tree to grow from seed? Drop your thoughts in the comments below! **Keywords:** arborist, tree nursery, grow seedlings, seed collection, air-pruned boxes, backyard tree nursery, arborist side business, Atmos Tree, community tree planting, sustainable arboriculture, reforestation ideas

    1h 37m

  2. DEC 11

    Planting Tree Seedlings Properly! Important Considerations with Tomas Sokolon, Pro Biologist

    In this podcast we dive into what's called a "Planting Prescription". Important considerations on how to plan, prepare, plant, and monitor a new tree planting site. We discuss the importance of species selection and soil considerations as well as many other factors. If you are a tree planter, arborist, ATMOS TREE Alliance member, or generally interested in trees, this podcast is for you! Enjoy! Tomas Sokolon is a Professional Biologist and Program Director of the Agroforestry & Woodlot Extention Society (AWES). He also has vast experience as a Silviculture Technician / Tree planter and a Reforestation Foreman. Tomas also has a Master of Science in Environmental Practice and is certified in Environmental Conservation. I, Kurt the Arborist, am Host / Creator of the Arborist Blueprint Podcast. I am very active in the Arboriculture industry and founded ATMOS TREE: a regenerative alliance of arborists planting more than we remove! Arborists from around the globe can join our alliance for FREE and start planting trees through our 2:1 tREeCYCLE program. We (arborists) charge our clients a small recycling fee (when they require a tree removal) which covers all costs associated planting our trees. Tomas looks after our plantation in Entwistle Alberta Canada where the alliance funded planting of 1500 trees! visit: atmostree.org (Arborist Tree Planting Alliance) https://www.awes-ab.ca/ (Agroforestry & Woodlot Ext. Society) @arboristblueprint (instagram clips)

    1 hr

  3. SEPT 13

    Women Arborists | TRAINING - MINDSET - EGO | Rebecca Seibel (Tree Spirit Consulting)

    Rebecca Seibel is a well known arborist and trainer in our industry. She is also known for being an advocate for women arborists. She helps lead the Womens Tree Climbing Workshop where women with a variety of experience can come together and share their knowledge while climbing trees! Rebecca has an amazing outlook on tree care and owns / operates Tree Spirit Consulting. She is also a proud member of the Atmos Tree Alliance where arborists commit to planting 2:1 for their removals. We charge small recycling fees to our customers if they require a removal which funds all costs associated to plant trees with Atmos. If you are an arborist, we invite you to join Atmos Tree with us! There is zero cost to arborists, it fits seamlessly with your existing quotes / invoices, and Atmos Tree provides TONS of extras to promote your "green" affiliation! https://atmostree.org/ IMPORTANT LINKS: https://www.treespiritconsulting.com/ https://www.womenstreeclimbingworkshop.com/

    1h 10m

  4. JUN 19

    Cargo Bike Arborist | Emi Wekwert

    Emi shares his experience transitioning from a traditional "production" style tree service to a more sustainable hyper-local service that uses cargo bicycles. Emi runs his own tree care company called The Crooked Tree Arborist. Emi also lead instructs with Arboriculture Canada. Emi is also hosting the first annual SpokenLoam urban forestry conference on June 21 2024 in Edmonton Alberta Canada. Finally, Emi is a proud Atmos Tree Alliance member, planting (offsite) 2:1 through the 2:1 tREeCYCLE program. Important Links: SpokenLoam.ca AtmosTree.org TheCrookedTreeArborist.com Cargo Bikes: RedBike.ca LarryvSharry.com SurlyBikes.com ElietMachines.com This episode is sponsored by Atmos Tree. An Alliance specifically for arborists to plant 2:1 for their removals. Its free for arborists! All tree planting and costs are covered through small recycling fees we charge our clients when we remove a tree. Please visit our website to learn more and join today! - Kurt The Arborist

    1h 15m

  5. MAY 20

    Tree Planting, Eco Restoration | Leaf Ninjas - Jason Di Pietro

    Jason Di Pietro, arborist turned tree planter, is the founding director of Leaf Ninjas (Calgary, Alberta). Jason shares his expertise in Eco Restoration, proper tree planting at scale and in urban settings. Soil amendments, health, and the importance of biodiversity. Jason also holds certification and experience with permaculture and native plants. Lets get into the weeds with Jason! To learn more about his team at Leaf Ninjas, please visit: leafninjas.ca --- ATMOS TREE is proudly partnered with Leaf Ninjas! Atmos Tree is a regenerative alliance of arborists committed to planting more than we remove. We charge small recycling fees to our clients when a removal is necessary. Funds plant 2:1 with partners like Leaf Ninjas! To Learn more about how you can join the Atmos Tree Alliance for FREE, please visit atmostree.org

    2h 3m

  6. APR 15

    A Love Letter to Arboriculture | Wyatt Spruck

    Wyatt Spruck, (arborist, filmmaker), recently produced his own documentary on You Tube titled "A Love Letter to Arboriculture". His film captures the vibe and attraction we all have to this industry including the gear, the people, and the trees! Wyatt holds nothing back and discusses many vulnerable thoughts and situations he has been through over the course of this film production. We dig deep on mental health and our relationships with this profession, trees, and other people. We are all human and part of nature. We learn from our mistakes and hard times. Open up your mind and follow us on a creative journey full of love and respect. FOLLOW US AT: @spruckster.tree (instagram) @ugotSprucked (You Tube) ---- @KurtTheArborist @arboristblueprint @atmostreeorg Interested in joining Atmos Tree? The alliance of arborists responsible for planting more than they remove! The 2:1 tREeCYCLE program ensures two trees are planted for each removal job we perform as arborists. All costs are covered through small recycling fees we charge our clients when we remove a tree. PLEASE VISIT: atmostree.org

    2h 9m

  7. MAR 25

    Tree, Soil, and Fungal Connections | Jen Llewellyn

    Dig into how trees grow and why its important to arborists. Trees are connected through a complex symbiotic microbial system in our soils. Learn why its important to preserve and feed the microbiome in order to have a healthy tree! Learn how to overcome the challenges of growing an isolated urban tree. Jen Llewellyn is a Plant Health Expert, Horticulturalist and Consulting Arborist with Beautiful Trees & Green Bird Horticultural in Caledon, ON where she works closely with her amazing husband, Johl, to provide consulting services in Tree Care and Tree Protection.  This is a new adventure for Jen, prior to the spring of 2022, Jen was the Provincial Nursery and Landscape Specialist with OMAFRA for 23 years. She holds a B.Sc. and M.Sc. in Horticulture from the University of Guelph. She is also an ISA Certified Arborist and a Personal Empowerment Coach. Jen is passionate about trees, nature and mentoring and has delivered 100’s of interactive lectures and workshops across the province.  Jen has written extensively for many industry publications including Landscape Ontario magazine, the Ontario Arborist and the ONNurseryCrops blog. She is also co-author of “BugFinder”, the free ultimate scouting app for nursery and landscape professionals.   Follow Jen: @greenbirdhort (IG) GreenBirdHort.com -- Interested in joining Atmos Tree? The alliance of arborists responsible for planting more than they remove! The 2:1 tREeCYCLE program ensures two trees are planted for each removal job we perform as arborists. All costs are covered through small recycling fees we charge our clients when we remove a tree. PLEASE VISIT: atmostree.org

    2h 21m

  8. MAR 12

    Build Your Climbing Toolkit: Rope Access Technician | Dirk Dorenbos

    Diversify your climbing career in rope access! Dirk Dorenbos is a trusted industry leader in Rope Access. He is also an "Assessor" of those seeking certification. He owns / operates "Rope's Edge", a company focused on new innovations in the industry. Dirk has a ton of experience in the Rope Access field and is here to share what it means to be a RAT. We discuss: - What is a Rope Access Tech (RAT) - Different career pathways - Transferrable skills from Arboriculture - Earning potential and career trajectories - Additional resources to learn more today! You can connect with and follow Dirk online at: - @ropesedge - https://www.ropesedge.ca/

    2h 3m

  9. MAR 4

    PART 3/3: How to Become a Contract Climbing Arborist | Sean Sterna

    HOW TO BECOME A CONTRACT CLIMBING ARBORIST (with SEAN STERNA) a 3 part series that explores almost everything to consider before transitioning or launching a new business. Sean Sterna joins me to discuss his journey and lend some valuable insights based on his experiences. Sean is a "full time" professional contract climber, arborist instructor with Arboriculture Canada, Rope Access Technician, and Volunteer Firefighter Captain. Sean specializes in all things gear, climbing, rigging, and explores practical cross over between these applications. In PART THREE of this series we discuss: - Rescue Setup and considerations - Near Hits / Lessons Learned - New ideas on how to improve safety - Alternate approaches to Contract Climbing

    2h 24m

  10. FEB 19

    PART 2/3: How to Become a Contract Climbing Arborist | Sean Sterna

    HOW TO BECOME A CONTRACT CLIMBING ARBORIST (with SEAN STERNA) a 3 part series that explores almost everything to consider before transitioning or launching a new business. Sean Sterna joins me to discuss his journey and lend some valuable insights based on his experiences. Sean is a "full time" professional contract climber, arborist instructor with Arboriculture Canada, Rope Access Technician, and Volunteer Firefighter Captain. Sean specializes in all things gear, climbing, rigging, and explores practical cross over between these applications. In PART TWO of this series we discuss: - How to setup your business style - Sole proprietor VS Incorporating - Marketing and Branding yourself - How to Network and Connect with Contractors - And More!!!

    2h 24m

  11. FEB 12

    PART 1/3: How to become a Contract Climbing Arborist | Sean Sterna

    HOW TO BECOME A CONTRACT CLIMBING ARBORIST (with SEAN STERNA) a 3 part series that explores almost everything to consider before transitioning or launching a new business. Sean Sterna joins me to discuss his journey and lend some valuable insights based on his experiences. Sean is a "full time" professional contract climber, arborist instructor with Arboriculture Canada, Rope Access Technician, and Volunteer Firefighter Captain. Sean specializes in all things gear, climbing, rigging, and explores practical cross over between these applications. In PART ONE of this series we discuss: - Why be a climber VS traditional tree company - Prerequisites - Min VS Specialized equipment considerations - Expectations vs Reality etc.

    2h 19m
  12. ISA Arborist Certification | Leadership | Johnny Korthuis

    FEB 9

    ISA Arborist Certification | Leadership | Johnny Korthuis

    Guest Johnny Korthuis and I discuss considerations in certification with the ISA. We also delve into valuable topics around running a tree care business while sharing a few craft beers. This podcast is the first to be released by Arborist Blueprint "Climbing the Tree of Life". Johnny is an Entrepreneur, Trainer / Lead Instructor with Arboriculture Canada, Rope Access Technician, Owner / Operator of Southern Alberta High Angle (SAHA), and responds to emergencies with Canada Task Force 2.

    2h 8m
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Arborist Blueprint Podcast "Climbing the Tree of Life", is the ultimate podcast for arborists, tree care professionals, and tree service business owners looking to enhance their expertise and grow their companies. Each episode features industry thought leaders discussing topics like tree health, proper tree planting, regenerative arboriculture, sustainable tree care, and proven business strategies. In collaboration with Atmos Tree, known for its 2:1 tREeCYCLE program, we’re driving the future of Regenerative Arboriculture. CONNECT: https://www.atmostree.org/connect

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