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PSHB: The Beetle Invading Southern California Trees
The beetle known as the polyphagous shothole borer (PSHB) was first identified in Southern California in 2003 and began being notable in 2010 when it was presumed to be the cause of tree decline in [...]
Frequent Flier Climber? Here’s How to Pack Tree Climber Gear.
How do you fly the friendly skies with your tree climbing gear? What are you allowed to bring onboard? On a mission to work in the urban forests of Seattle, I asked myself these questions as [...]
Learning the Ropes: Part II
Stationary Rope Technique Climbing If you missed Part I, click here. The beauty of tree climbing is that it's a melting pot of many disciplines: rock climbing, sailing, caving, and mountaineering. With all of their [...]
Learning the Ropes: Part I
Learning the Ropes: Part I As a climbing Arborist, one of my most frequently asked questions is, "How do you get up into the tree?" Well, take a seat and let me tell you [...]
New Locations! Seattle, Portland & Greater LA
Trees are Everywhere. We want to be Everywhere too! We are excited to announce that A Plus is now covering the West Coast. We've just opened in Seattle, Portland, and the Greater Los Angeles area!! [...]
#myAPLUS: An Industry of Athletes
Climber Apprentice Josh Hotai climbing with his daughter, young athlete in training. An Industry of Athletes Do you think Steph Curry can do what he does without extensive training, practice and coaching? Nope. As much as [...]
Winter Showers Bring Bug Powers
After 6 years of drought, rain drops on the roof is music to everyone's ears. The Urban Forest is getting a much needed Boost. As a result, fresh rain water flushes out impurities in the soil [...]
TCIA Expo
What is the Revolution? This past week we were exhibitors at the Tree Care Industry (TCI) Expo in Baltimore. It's an annual expo that people from all around the world come to learn the latest [...]