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Category Archives: October 2007
Staring Down Vandalism
Surprisingly, modern American cities and villages of the Early Roman Empire have something in common: they have been invaded by the same marauders, vandals. In the Roman Empire, that’s Vandals with a capital “V.” The Vandals were East Germanic people … Continue reading
Maintenance Standards
The development of comprehensive maintenance standards is as important to you and your agency as a detailed business plan is to any commercial, for-profit enterprise. Unfortunately, like the much maligned business plan, creating these standards often falls under the “things … Continue reading
Tree-Chopping Technology
Like many people who tend large acreage tracts, Alex Stout was looking for an easier way to manage 92, 274 acres in eastern Pennsylvania. Lackawanna State Park is an ideal environment for invasive species like mulitfolora rose, autumn olive and … Continue reading
Moving Really Big Trees At Arrowhead Stadium
Digging and transplanting a half dozen tall shade trees on a summer day when the forecast calls for a high of 94 F is a scary move. “Nobody wants to take a risk like that unless they absolutely have to,” … Continue reading
Know Thy “No-Mow Zones”
Islands of bright, native wildflowers add beauty, butterflies and wildlife in remote sections of public parks. Variegated bands of tall grasses provide privacy and contrast around carefully manicured golf course greens. No matter what shape or character, “no-mow zones” are … Continue reading