Arborist Brian Graham will demonstrate how ropes are used to direct and control the felling of trees on Saturday, June 25 at 10:00 am. Ropes are used in the woods to improve safety and reduce damage to buildings and desired trees. Graham will teach a few knots and how they are used, so participants may want to bring a length of rope for practicing the knots. Different types of rope will also be discussed, materials, weave patterns, test strength, and where to purchase them.
A demonstration of felling trees using ropes will follow. A few of those attending will be able to help with the demonstration, but they must have a hardhat.
After the demonstration, KWC will provide coffee and light refreshments, and a table will be set up with books, brochures, and other publications about forestry practices.
For more information, contact Kickapoo Woods Cooperative Education Coordinator Lila Marmel, 608-624-5269; [email protected].
Brian Graham has 16 years experience as an arborist. He worked for 5 years for Davey Tree, where he received ongoing training. He cleared electric lines there, and for another company for 5 more years after that. Then he started Action Tree Service, working independently trimming and cutting down trees near buildings and in other trickky settings where a falling tree or limb could cause damage.
The demonstration and workshop will take place at Action Tree Service, 19320 Gobin Lane, Gays Mills. To find it, take Highway 61 10 miles north of Boscobel or 10 miles south of Soldiers Grove, then take County Road S east toward Excelsior. Go 2 miles to the bottom of the hill on S, then turn left by going straight onto Sleepy Hollow Road where S curves sharply right. Follow Sleepy Hollow north one mile and turn right on Gobin Lane. Its the first house on the right, parking will be in the field. Phone number on site is 872-2285.
Rope is useful in a variety of situations, and the knots and techniques being taught at this event can be applied in many settings. Of course, due caution must be used when trees are felled, and Graham will discuss safety practices he uses in his work.
The Kickapoo Woods Cooperatives mission is to provide forestry education, management and marketing services to residents of the Kickapoo valley and neighboring watersheds that will improve the forestry resource in the region. KWC is accepting new members and can help them to develop Forest Plans.
