Improper pruning is one of the biggest challenges trees face in our towns and cities.

It could be someone using a polesaw to trim the branches away from their house or the so called “tree guy” that strips all the limbs and foliage out of the center of our tree, leaving twigs and leaves only at the end of the branch—known as lion’s-tailing.

One of the best defenses against improper pruning is the climbing arborist. They can get up into a tree, fully assess its needs and properly prune the tree.

Listen to find out more about our Tree Climbing Championships, the dangers of tree care and ISA’s Certified Tree Worker Climber Specialist.

Visit www.isatexas.com to learn more about the Texas Tree Climbing Championship and the Tree Care Industry Association’s Chipper Safety Class on June 26 in Irving, Texas. Find out more about tree care safety at www.tcia.org.