~From Roots to Shoots~

The tree care industry, like many online communities, allows arborists to share ideas, content, and innovation across a variety of social media platforms. As a young and motivated arborist, I turned to YouTube in the hope of seeking more information on sharpening my skills as an arborist. I found a YouTube channel called “Guilty of Treeson.” The name sparked my interest immediately. Jacob Rodgers is the creator, and he is an ISA Certified Arborist from Washington State. His channel provided me with invaluable information on chainsaw sharpening techniques, felling trees, and rigging demonstrations. He travels the U.S. and to different countries working and documenting his daily life as an arborist. I spent my final semester of college living vicariously through his channel (after studying of course), wishing I was at work so I could practice these new skills I was learning.

I sent Jacob a message on Instagram thanking him for sharing such valuable information on his platform. For several months, Jacob and I shared ideas, stories and photos of each other’s workday from one side of the country to another. I sent him a Shreiner t-shirt and invited him to come to Pennsylvania and work with us for a couple of days. The entire crew benefited from the experience and created lasting memories. It was an incredible opportunity.

Until next time, Jacob! Thank you.