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Summary
In this episode of Tree Actions, the Human Forestry Podcast, Dwayne and Tony engage with Danny LeBlanc, who shares his deep connection to trees and experiences in the arboriculture industry. The conversation explores Danny's childhood memories of tree climbing, the evolution of climbing gear, and the importance of safety in tree work. They discuss the impact of tree climbing competitions on careers, the value of observational learning, and the generational differences in learning and teaching within the industry. Danny reflects on his experiences, including a near-miss accident, and emphasizes the importance of maintaining mobility and safety gear. The episode concludes with thoughts on the future of arboriculture and the significance of building connections in the community.

Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Tree Actions Podcast
03:10 Climbing Techniques and Safety
05:22 Transitioning to Synthetic Ropes
09:14 Innovations in Tree Climbing
15:00 The Impact of Competitions on Career
20:49 Connections and Community in Tree Climbing
24:58 The Role of Luck and Timing in Success
25:45 Reflections on Early Competitions
27:04 The Community Aspect of Competitions
28:53 Opportunities Through Networking
30:44 Learning from Experience in the Field
31:32 The Importance of Observational Skills
33:54 Teaching and Learning Dynamics
36:57 Generational Differences in Learning
38:56 The Reality of Physical Labor in Arboriculture
40:44 Innovative Approaches to Teaching
43:01 The Importance of Safety and Complacency
47:12 Lessons from a Fall
54:41 Good Habits vs. Bad Habits in Safety
55:46 The Power of Habits
56:37 Learning and Humility in the Workplace
59:12 Emotional Awareness and Apologies
01:02:14 The Impact of Experience on Perspective
01:04:40 Generational Differences in Learning
01:07:15 The Importance of Being Present
01:10:07 Navigating Change and Technology
01:12:51 Lessons from Nature and Experience
01:15:43 Adapting to Extreme Weather
01:17:19 Closing Thoughts and Farewells

Thanks to our monthly supporters
  • Dylan
  • Tobe
  • Peter LaRue
  • jason dommer
  • Andrew Hordyk
  • Mark Przekurat
  • Michael Tain
  • Dwayne Sr.
★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
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Manage episode 499989716 series 3539049
Content provided by Dwayne Nuestaeter and Anthony Tresselt, Dwayne Neustaeter, and Anthony Tresselt. All podcast content including episodes, graphics, and podcast descriptions are uploaded and provided directly by Dwayne Nuestaeter and Anthony Tresselt, Dwayne Neustaeter, and Anthony Tresselt or their podcast platform partner. If you believe someone is using your copyrighted work without your permission, you can follow the process outlined here https://ppacc.player.fm/legal.

Summary
In this episode of Tree Actions, the Human Forestry Podcast, Dwayne and Tony engage with Danny LeBlanc, who shares his deep connection to trees and experiences in the arboriculture industry. The conversation explores Danny's childhood memories of tree climbing, the evolution of climbing gear, and the importance of safety in tree work. They discuss the impact of tree climbing competitions on careers, the value of observational learning, and the generational differences in learning and teaching within the industry. Danny reflects on his experiences, including a near-miss accident, and emphasizes the importance of maintaining mobility and safety gear. The episode concludes with thoughts on the future of arboriculture and the significance of building connections in the community.

Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Tree Actions Podcast
03:10 Climbing Techniques and Safety
05:22 Transitioning to Synthetic Ropes
09:14 Innovations in Tree Climbing
15:00 The Impact of Competitions on Career
20:49 Connections and Community in Tree Climbing
24:58 The Role of Luck and Timing in Success
25:45 Reflections on Early Competitions
27:04 The Community Aspect of Competitions
28:53 Opportunities Through Networking
30:44 Learning from Experience in the Field
31:32 The Importance of Observational Skills
33:54 Teaching and Learning Dynamics
36:57 Generational Differences in Learning
38:56 The Reality of Physical Labor in Arboriculture
40:44 Innovative Approaches to Teaching
43:01 The Importance of Safety and Complacency
47:12 Lessons from a Fall
54:41 Good Habits vs. Bad Habits in Safety
55:46 The Power of Habits
56:37 Learning and Humility in the Workplace
59:12 Emotional Awareness and Apologies
01:02:14 The Impact of Experience on Perspective
01:04:40 Generational Differences in Learning
01:07:15 The Importance of Being Present
01:10:07 Navigating Change and Technology
01:12:51 Lessons from Nature and Experience
01:15:43 Adapting to Extreme Weather
01:17:19 Closing Thoughts and Farewells

Thanks to our monthly supporters
  • Dylan
  • Tobe
  • Peter LaRue
  • jason dommer
  • Andrew Hordyk
  • Mark Przekurat
  • Michael Tain
  • Dwayne Sr.
★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
  continue reading

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