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Korey and Joe sit down with Michael Palmer, the Executive Director and Founder of Tree Line Associates. Michael shares an inside perspective of how to manage an association and everything that goes into running one. The guys and Michael also discuss how people can get involved with different associations and boards and how associations can motivate people to get involved with them. To connect with Michael you can reach out to him via email [email protected]. For more on Treeline Associates you can visit their website treelineassociates.com  If you enjoyed the podcast please rate, review, subscribe and tell a fellow tree lover! Send your questions or topics you would like us to discuss to ⁠[email protected]⁠. Be sure to follow us on all your favorite social media platforms! Twitter/X: @DisForestryPod Instagram: @discovering_forestry Facebook: Discovering Forestry YouTube: @discoveringforestry6905 LinkedIn: Discovering Forestry Podcast Music credit:⁠ Cool Tools Music Video - "Timber"⁠   ⁠Muzaproduction “Sport Rock Logo 1”⁠ Hosted by: Joe Aiken & Korey Lofy Produced by: Nico Manganiello Artwork by: Cara Markiewicz & Nico Manganiello

Korey sits down with Jason Jones, co-owner of Aspen Tree Service, to discuss his 30+ year career in the industry. In this episode Korey and Jason continue along the discussion of tree business exit strategies. Jason shares his own experience, as an owner, of those exit strategies. He discusses the sale of his first company and his most recent  merger and partnership of Aspen Tree Service company with SavATree. Jason shares what he’s learned from the two experiences and shines some light on the decision making process for an exit strategy. Namely how to properly value your business and other key factors to consider. For more on Aspen Tree Service you can visit their website https://myaspentree.com/ To contact Jason, you can reach out via email at [email protected] If you enjoyed the podcast please rate, review, subscribe and tell a fellow tree lover! Send your questions or topics you would like us to discuss to ⁠[email protected]⁠. Be sure to follow us on all your favorite social media platforms! Twitter/X: @DisForestryPod Instagram: @discovering_forestry Facebook: Discovering Forestry YouTube: @discoveringforestry6905 LinkedIn: Discovering Forestry Podcast Music credit:⁠ Cool Tools Music Video - "Timber"⁠   ⁠Muzaproduction “Sport Rock Logo 1”⁠ Hosted by: Joe Aiken & Korey Lofy Produced by: Nico Manganiello Artwork by: Cara Markiewicz & Nico Manganiello

Korey and Joe sit down with Greg Carbone, VP of commercial Accounts for Bartlett Tree Experts, to discuss the importance of having a succession plan in place for tree care business. The guys and Greg discuss what different exit plans and strategies are available for business owners and people in the tree care industry. Greg also shares the different ways in which Bartlett is helping to provide succession plans to those in the tree care industry. For more information on Bartlett’s work you can contact Greg at [email protected].  If you enjoyed the podcast please rate, review, subscribe and tell a fellow tree lover! Send your questions or topics you would like us to discuss to ⁠[email protected]⁠. Be sure to follow us on all your favorite social media platforms! Twitter/X: @DisForestryPod Instagram: @discovering_forestry Facebook: Discovering Forestry YouTube: @discoveringforestry6905 LinkedIn: Discovering Forestry Podcast Music credit:⁠ Cool Tools Music Video - "Timber"⁠   ⁠Muzaproduction “Sport Rock Logo 1”⁠ Hosted by: Joe Aiken & Korey Lofy Produced by: Nico Manganiello Artwork by: Cara Markiewicz & Nico Manganiello

Korey and Joe sit down to discuss the most interesting and strangest things they have found in trees. The guys also take some time to briefly reflect on the year as they prepare for what’s ahead in 2026. If you enjoyed the podcast please rate, review, subscribe and tell a fellow tree lover! Send your questions or topics you would like us to discuss to ⁠[email protected]⁠. Be sure to follow us on all your favorite social media platforms! Twitter/X: @DisForestryPod Instagram: @discovering_forestry Facebook: Discovering Forestry YouTube: @discoveringforestry6905 LinkedIn: Discovering Forestry Podcast Music credit:⁠ Cool Tools Music Video - "Timber"⁠   ⁠Muzaproduction “Sport Rock Logo 1”⁠ Hosted by: Joe Aiken & Korey Lofy Produced by: Nico Manganiello Artwork by: Cara Markiewicz & Nico Manganiello

Korey sits down with the author, James Card, to discuss his book Chainsaw Love. Korey and James discuss the history of chainsaws, the advancements that have been made in the technology over time, and proper safety practices. James also gives his thoughts on how chainsaws will be used and improved in the future. Chainsaw Love is available from retail and online booksellers everywhere or at https://shop.wisconsinhistory.org/chainsaw-love. The book is also available as an e-book from all major e-book outlets.  If you enjoyed the podcast please rate, review, subscribe and tell a fellow tree lover! Send your questions or topics you would like us to discuss to ⁠[email protected]⁠. Be sure to follow us on all your favorite social media platforms! Twitter/X: @DisForestryPod Instagram: @discovering_forestry Facebook: Discovering Forestry YouTube: @discoveringforestry6905 LinkedIn: Discovering Forestry Podcast Music credit:⁠ Cool Tools Music Video - "Timber"⁠   ⁠Muzaproduction “Sport Rock Logo 1”⁠ Hosted by: Joe Aiken & Korey Lofy Produced by: Nico Manganiello Artwork by: Cara Markiewicz & Nico Manganiello

Korey and Joe sit down with the legendary Don Blair to discuss his extensive career in the tree care industry. Don shares stories not only from his career, but also his father’s, Millard Blair, who had a 70+ year career as an arborist. The guys and Don discuss the changes he’s seen made in the tree industry, particularly the advancements made in equipment. Don also shares why he believes educating younger students on the opportunities in the tree care industry is crucial going forward for industry growth. If you enjoyed the podcast please rate, review, subscribe and tell a fellow tree lover! Send your questions or topics you would like us to discuss to ⁠[email protected]⁠. Be sure to follow us on all your favorite social media platforms! Twitter/X: @DisForestryPod Instagram: @discovering_forestry Facebook: Discovering Forestry YouTube: @discoveringforestry6905 LinkedIn: Discovering Forestry Podcast Music credit:⁠ Cool Tools Music Video - "Timber"⁠   ⁠Muzaproduction “Sport Rock Logo 1”⁠ Hosted by: Joe Aiken & Korey Lofy Produced by: Nico Manganiello Artwork by: Cara Markiewicz & Nico Manganiello

Korey and Joe sit down with Henry Kuppen, a Tree Ambassador and Consultant in the Netherlands, for a conversation on how to responsibly and smartly plant trees. Henry and the guys emphasize the need to value quality over quantity when it comes to planting trees. Henry and the guys also talk about the importance of having plans in place on how to take care of the trees after they have been planted. For more on Henry you check out his website https://www.henrykuppen.nl/en ! If you enjoyed the podcast please rate, review, subscribe and tell a fellow tree lover! Send your questions or topics you would like us to discuss to ⁠[email protected]⁠. Be sure to follow us on all your favorite social media platforms! Twitter/X: @DisForestryPod Instagram: @discovering_forestry Facebook: Discovering Forestry YouTube: @discoveringforestry6905 LinkedIn: Discovering Forestry Podcast Music credit:⁠ Cool Tools Music Video - "Timber"⁠   ⁠Muzaproduction “Sport Rock Logo 1”⁠ Hosted by: Joe Aiken & Korey Lofy Produced by: Nico Manganiello Artwork by: Cara Markiewicz & Nico Manganiello

Korey and Joe sit down with Bill Cook, Editor, Michigan Forests and a retired MSU Extension forester/biologist, to discuss his 40+ years in the forestry industry. Bill shares how his experience as both a forester and wildlife biologist impacted his view of forestry management and have allowed him to view the “bigger picture.” See below for links to Bill’s work. BeLEAF It or Not! videos for classrooms:  https://www.youtube.com/c/beleafitornot  Michigan Forests Forever Teachers Guide:  https://mff.forest.mtu.edu/Default.htm  Upper Peninsula Tree Identification: https://uptreeid.forest.mtu.edu/  Michigan Forest Pathways http://miforestpathways.net  Michigan Wood Energy http://www.canr.msu.edu/wood_energy  If you enjoyed the podcast please rate, review, subscribe and tell a fellow tree lover! Send your questions or topics you would like us to discuss to ⁠[email protected]⁠. Be sure to follow us on all your favorite social media platforms! Twitter/X: @DisForestryPod Instagram: @discovering_forestry Facebook: Discovering Forestry YouTube: @discoveringforestry6905 LinkedIn: Discovering Forestry Podcast Music credit:⁠ Cool Tools Music Video - "Timber"⁠   ⁠Muzaproduction “Sport Rock Logo 1”⁠ Hosted by: Joe Aiken & Korey Lofy Produced by: Nico Manganiello Artwork by: Cara Markiewicz & Nico Manganiello

Korey and Joe sit down with Mark Mann, the Founder of Tree Mann Solutions, LLC. Mark and the guys discuss their shared passion for preserving trees. Mark shares his journey through the tree industry, starting in landscape, working for Davey Tree, and eventually starting Tree Mann Solutions and further shares the consulting work they are doing to help preserve trees. For more on Tree Man Solutions you can visit their website; https://treemannsolutions.com/ If you enjoyed the podcast please rate, review, subscribe and tell a fellow tree lover! Send your questions or topics you would like us to discuss to ⁠[email protected]⁠. Be sure to follow us on all your favorite social media platforms! Twitter/X: @DisForestryPod Instagram: @discovering_forestry Facebook: Discovering Forestry YouTube: @discoveringforestry6905 LinkedIn: Discovering Forestry Podcast Music credit:⁠ Cool Tools Music Video - "Timber"⁠   ⁠Muzaproduction “Sport Rock Logo 1”⁠ Hosted by: Joe Aiken & Korey Lofy Produced by: Nico Manganiello Artwork by: Cara Markiewicz & Nico Manganiello

Korey and Joe sit down with Jessica Rahn, Executive Director of Grand County Wildfire Council to discuss her role with the council and her work with the Firewise USA program. Jessica shares the story of her and her family losing their home in the East Troublesome Fire in 2020. She also shares tips for how homeowners can reduce their fire risk. For more on Grand County Wildfire Council you can visit their website www.BeWildfireReady.org. If you enjoyed the podcast please rate, review, subscribe and tell a fellow tree lover! Send your questions or topics you would like us to discuss to ⁠[email protected]⁠. Be sure to follow us on all your favorite social media platforms! Twitter/X: @DisForestryPod Instagram: @discovering_forestry Facebook: Discovering Forestry YouTube: @discoveringforestry6905 LinkedIn: Discovering Forestry Podcast Music credit:⁠ Cool Tools Music Video - "Timber"⁠   ⁠Muzaproduction “Sport Rock Logo 1”⁠ Hosted by: Joe Aiken & Korey Lofy Produced by: Nico Manganiello Artwork by: Cara Markiewicz & Nico Manganiello

Korey and Joe sit down with the “Tree Dr.” Michael “Ox” Oxman, for a discussion on suburban forestry. Michael shares experiences from his 50+ years in the tree industry! Michael and the guys talk about climbing, working with homeowners, tree health, and more! For more on Michael and his work you can visit his website www.treedr.com and checkout his YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/@MichaelOxman.  If you enjoyed the podcast please rate, review, subscribe and tell a fellow tree lover! Send your questions or topics you would like us to discuss to ⁠[email protected]⁠. Be sure to follow us on all your favorite social media platforms! Twitter/X: @DisForestryPod Instagram: @discovering_forestry Facebook: Discovering Forestry YouTube: @discoveringforestry6905 LinkedIn: Discovering Forestry Podcast Music credit:⁠ Cool Tools Music Video - "Timber"⁠   ⁠Muzaproduction “Sport Rock Logo 1”⁠ Hosted by: Joe Aiken & Korey Lofy Produced by: Nico Manganiello Artwork by: Cara Markiewicz & Nico Manganiello

Korey and Joe sit down with Fred Haefele, arborist and author, to discuss his 40 plus year career in the forestry industry. Fred and the guys also discuss his newest book, The Essential Book of Pickup Trucks. You can order Fred’s new book here: https://shorturl.at/fosPN.  For more on Fred, you can visit his website fredhaefele.org. If you enjoyed the podcast please rate, review, subscribe and tell a fellow tree lover! Send your questions or topics you would like us to discuss to ⁠[email protected]⁠. Be sure to follow us on all your favorite social media platforms! Twitter/X: @DisForestryPod Instagram: @discovering_forestry Facebook: Discovering Forestry YouTube: @discoveringforestry6905 LinkedIn: Discovering Forestry Podcast Music credit:⁠ Cool Tools Music Video - "Timber"⁠   ⁠Muzaproduction “Sport Rock Logo 1”⁠ Hosted by: Joe Aiken & Korey Lofy Produced by: Nico Manganiello Artwork by: Cara Markiewicz & Nico Manganiello

Korey and Joe sit down with Erica Bean, Stewardship Program Manager at Headwaters Trails Alliance, for a discussion on trail stewardship, forestry recreation, and more. Erica discusses her career and shares how she works daily with her team to help maintain trails in Grand County, Colorado and help to educate those who use the trails. Erica and her team educate recreationists by sharing leave no trace principles, trail regulations, and helping them be prepared for any obstacles they could face on the trails. For more on Headwaters Trails Alliance you can visit https://headwaterstrails.org/  If you enjoyed the podcast please rate, review, subscribe and tell a fellow tree lover! Send your questions or topics you would like us to discuss to ⁠[email protected]⁠. Be sure to follow us on all your favorite social media platforms! Twitter/X: @DisForestryPod Instagram: @discovering_forestry Facebook: Discovering Forestry YouTube: @discoveringforestry6905 LinkedIn: Discovering Forestry Podcast Music credit:⁠ Cool Tools Music Video - "Timber"⁠   ⁠Muzaproduction “Sport Rock Logo 1”⁠ Hosted by: Joe Aiken & Korey Lofy Produced by: Nico Manganiello Artwork by: Cara Markiewicz & Nico Manganiello

Korey and Joe sit down with David Merriman, President of ArborScape Inc, and Thaddeus Driscoll, Urban Wood Program Facilitator at Colorado State Forest Service, for a conversation on urban wood. David discusses the work of his company ArborScape Services as well as their subsidiary ArborScape Wood Products, which uses recycled wood to make their products. Thaddeus shares how he is helping cities to learn which wood can and cannot be reused, along with work he and David are doing together to educate the community on arboriculture.  For more on ArborScape Services and ArborScape Wood Products you visit https://www.arborscapeservices.com/ and https://arborscapewood.com/  For more on David’s work with ArborScape and the Colorado Arborist Association you can also visit https://coloradoarboristassociation.com/  For more on Thaddeus’ work with the Urban Wood Program at Colorado State Forest Service you can visit https://csfs.colostate.edu/forest-management/community-urban-forestry/ and https://urbanwoodnetwork.org/chapter/colorado-state-chapter/  If you enjoyed the podcast please rate, review, subscribe and tell a fellow tree lover! Send your questions or topics you would like us to discuss to ⁠[email protected]⁠. Be sure to follow us on all your favorite social media platforms! Twitter/X: @DisForestryPod Instagram: @discovering_forestry Facebook: Discovering Forestry YouTube: @discoveringforestry6905 LinkedIn: Discovering Forestry Podcast Music credit:⁠ Cool Tools Music Video - "Timber"⁠   ⁠Muzaproduction “Sport Rock Logo 1”⁠ Hosted by: Joe Aiken & Korey Lofy Produced by: Nico Manganiello Artwork by: Cara Markiewicz & Nico Manganiello

Korey and Joe sit down for a summer check in where they discuss the impact that the dryer summers are having on trees. The guys also discuss leaf scorch, pruning and why you should wait to prune if you can. Lastly Korey and Joe reflect on the progress of the forestry industry, where the industry still has room to grow, and the different lenses in which people view arboriculture in.  If you enjoyed the podcast please rate, review, subscribe and tell a fellow tree lover! Send your questions or topics you would like us to discuss to ⁠[email protected]⁠. Be sure to follow us on all your favorite social media platforms! Twitter/X: @DisForestryPod Instagram: @discovering_forestry Facebook: Discovering Forestry YouTube: @discoveringforestry6905 LinkedIn: Discovering Forestry Podcast Music credit:⁠ Cool Tools Music Video - "Timber"⁠   ⁠Muzaproduction “Sport Rock Logo 1”⁠ Hosted by: Joe Aiken & Korey Lofy Produced by: Nico Manganiello Artwork by: Cara Markiewicz & Nico Manganiello