Remembering Bob Felix

As we approach the 20^th anniversary of his passing, we remember Bob Felix, an icon in the tree care industry and beloved friend, family member, and arborist. After his passing on September 23, 1996, the Tree Care Industry Association (then known as the National Arborist Association, or NAA), published a special commemorative edition of The Reporter to honor Bob’s memory.  

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Tree Care Industry Association Launches Public Accident Database

The Tree Care Industry Association (TCIA), a trade association of more than 2,300 commercial tree care firms and affiliated companies, has been compiling, analyzing and disseminating data on accidents involving tree care since 2009. Recently, TCIA began publishing all reported incidents in a new public database, “Accidents in the U.S.

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De-Icing Salt Can Harm Landscape Plants

Each winter, vast quantities of de-icing salt are applied to state and municipal roads to keep them safe for commuters, and salt is spread near houses to avoid pedestrian injuries. This is necessary for safety, but did you know excessive salt can cause widespread damage to trees – possibly leading to permanent decline and even death?

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More Arborists Catch the Holiday-Décor Spirit

Editor’s Note: This blog post was adapted from an article authored by Rob Sample, and was featured as the cover story in the December 2015 edition of TCI Magazine. Click here to read the full article.

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Get Your Holiday Tree Home Safely

Nothing says “It’s the holidays!” like tying a tree to the top of your car and driving it around town before placing it in a bucket of water in your living room for a couple of months. Ah, Christmas!

Here are a few tips on selecting, securing and setting up a Christmas tree in your home:

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