Why Should I Care About Tree Care WIth Mark Chisholm

Our special guest this week is Mark Chisholm, arborist at  Aspen Tree Expert Company

One part acrobat, one part expert rope climber, one part tree physiologist, and several parts competitor and thrill seeker Mark Chisholm, is a third-generation, certified arborist with his family-owned Aspen Tree Expert Company in New Jersey. His expertise in tree care has made him a sought-after consultant and industry spokesperson for the world of arboriculture, and he regularly travels the globe to consult with international arborist associations and conducts educational sessions nationwide on behalf of STIHL Inc.

On tonight's show Mark is going to discuss how to properly start, grow or integrate tree care into your current business in a safe and professional manner. We will focus on such topics as:

• In-house tree work vs. subcontracting (out-house : )
• Safety gear (PPE), safety training and where to get it
• Managing “fallen” trees
• Proper tree care before, during and after construction
• Mulch mountains and volcanoes
• Importance and value of certification and professional associations