The USDA Animal & Plant Health and Inspection Service (APHIS) has confirmed that the Emerald Ash Borer is in Vermont. This destructive beetle begins as larvae under the bark of ash trees where they feed on the inner bark tissue. Once infested, ash trees rapidly decline and are killed in 3-5 years. This is concerning […]
UMASS Amherst Shrub Walk
While continuing to expand his knowledge base and meet with other professionals, Bill visited UMass Amherst for the Spring Blooming Tree and Shrub Walk led by Professor Amanda Bayer and campus arborist Todd Beals. Thank you to our friends at UMass for hosting the tour! Photo Credit: Sandra F. Thomas Pictured: Professor Amanda Bayer […]
Spring 2017 Video
Spring 2017 Update
Paul Smith’s College Denise, Bill & Brendan (pictured), traveled to Paul Smiths, NY to participate in the annual Paul Smith’s College Career Fair on Thursday, March 30th. Paul Smith’s has the most popular forestry & arboriculture program in the Northeast. Paul Smith’s had an incredible turnout and collected 12 names of soon-to-be graduates who were interested in […]