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Discovering Forestry

Discovering Forestry

The industry’s only podcast focused on all things tree and landscape. Joe Aiken & Korey Lofy combine over 60 years of industry knowledge and experience and will discuss some of the trends, concerns, and opportunities in the fields of forestry and arboriculture.

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Episode 228 - Building a Business and a Team Culture...

Discovering Forestry ·

2026/03/30

Korey and Joe sit down with Gabe Fielding of Fielding Tree Care LLC, to discuss the importance culture plays in a work place. The guys and Gabe share some of their favorite aspects of positive work cultures they worked in, as well as experiences in poor work cultures. Gabe shares some of the ways in which he has worked to build a positive and fun environment for his team and why you should strive to do the same with your business. For more on Gabe and Fielding Tree Care you can visit their website

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00:28:04

Episode 227 - Listener Mail Bag! A Discussion on...

Discovering Forestry ·

2026/03/16

Korey and Joe sit down to answer your questions! The guys dig into our listener mailbag for this episode as they discuss the topics submitted by you and fellow listeners. This episode’s mailbag focuses on questions related to invasive insects that harming North American Trees, such as EAB and ALB. 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 ⁠info@discoveringforestrypodcast.com⁠.Be sure to follow

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00:35:03

Episode 226 - Canadian Timber Frames with Jason Boyd

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2026/03/02

Korey and Joe sit down with Jason Boyd, Owner & Architectural Technologist of Class 5 Design and Co-Owner of Arborist Growth Partners. Jason and the guys have a discussion on how timber frame homes. Jason shares some insight to the progress of building and designing a timber frame home and speaks on his appreciation of them. Jason also discusses his career journey and how technology has opened more doors for himself and the industry of architectural industry. For more on Class 5 Design and

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00:35:16

Episode 225 - Urban Trees in Ecosystems with...

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2026/02/16

Korey and Joe sit down with Henrik Sjöman, Senior researcher at the Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences & Scientific Curator at Gothenburg Botanical Garden. Henrik and the guys talk about the need for more communication and collaboration between arborists and landscapers in order to properly care for trees and plants. The guys and Henrik also discuss the importance of being selective in what you plant,and planting with a purpose. If you enjoyed the podcast please rate, review, subscribe

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00:28:48

Episode 224 - Association Management with Michael...

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2026/02/02

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 mpalmer@treelineassociates.com. For more on Treeline

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00:29:08

Episode 223 - Tree Business Exit Strategies (Part 2)...

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2026/01/19

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

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00:32:23

Episode 222 - Tree Business Exit Strategies (Part 1)...

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2026/01/06

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

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00:24:03

Episode 221 - “Gifts” in Trees

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2025/12/22

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 ⁠info@discoveringforestrypodcast.com⁠.Be sure to follow us on all your favorite social media platforms!Twitter/X: @DisForestryPodInstagram:

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00:40:12

Episode 220 - Chainsaw Love, An Official Book Review...

Discovering Forestry ·

2025/12/08

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

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00:32:13

Episode 219 - Legends of Arboriculture with Don Blair

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2025/11/24

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

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00:28:58

Episode 218 - Understanding Trees with Henry Kuppen,...

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2025/11/10

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

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00:30:23

Episode 217 - Traditional Forestry Management with...

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2025/10/27

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:

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00:33:17

Episode 216 - Preserving Trees and Money with Mark...

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2025/10/13

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,

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00:28:34

Episode 215 - Reducing Wildfire Risk with Jessica...

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2025/09/29

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

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00:29:18

Episode 214 - Suburban Forestry with the “Tree Dr.,”...

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2025/09/15

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

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00:29:36

Episode 213 - Pickup Trucks and Trees with Fred Haefele

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2025/09/01

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

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00:24:30

Episode 212 - Trail Stewardship with Erica Bean

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2025/08/18

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

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00:32:30

Episode 211 - The Reutilization of Urban Wood with...

Discovering Forestry ·

2025/08/04

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

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00:23:14

Episode 210 - A Summer Update with Joe and Korey

Discovering Forestry ·

2025/07/21

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

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00:28:26

Episode 209 - Updates with Marketing and AI in the...

Discovering Forestry ·

2025/07/07

Korey and Joe sit down with Wesley Smith, CEO of Tree Service Digital, to discuss how digital marketing has changed since his last appearance on the show in 2022. Wesley breaks down how AI is impacting marketing and shares how tree service companies can use technology to improve the marketing of their business. Wesley also discusses his new book The Accelerated Growth Roadmap for Tree Companies. For more on Wesley and Tree Service Digital, you can visit their website Treeservicedigital.com If you

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