About
The term tree surgeon is used in the UK to describe an arborist. This is a college-based qualification where specialist agricultural colleges in the UK provide hands-on instructor training in all aspects of tree care. The courses are structured through a nationally accredited body, LANTRA. Every segment has an onsite test for the candidate. National assessors look for a degree of competency in practical and academic knowledge before the candidate is permitted to progress to the next level. Each segment is awarded an NPTC (National Proficiency Training Council) number and ID Card.
Outside of the UK, the most recognizable international standard in arboriculture is that offered by the ISA (International Society of Arboriculture). Karre and Simon have become ISA Certified Arborists as they are based here in the USA,
There are three principal areas of the tree industry: urban, utility, and commercial (silviculture) forestry. Simon has worked in all three for over 25 years but specialized in urban forestry and silviculture where the range of necessary skills has been the most rewarding.
Before arriving in the USA, six years were spent in France in the southern oak forests of the Quercy, Midi-Pyrenees region whilst maintaining an existing client base in the UK. Simon is exceptionally proud to have his wife, Karre, who is also an ISA Certified Arborist and a graduate of the University of Florida with a bachelor's degree in environmental management, trained in Phase I & II Environmental Site Assessments, works in all aspects of their tree care business, having begun her tree career with Simon in France and is now an integral part of their growing business in the USA. Karre heads up the research, restoration, and design division of Stratford Tree.
***On August 1st, we are welcoming Matthew and Grace Eby, a husband and wife, to the Stratford team.***
Grace was raised on an organic vegetable farm in West Virginia, where her love for trees and plants began. After moving to Florida, she started her dream of becoming an Arborist. Grace met Simon and Karre, under whom she did an apprentice program, and completed that goal by passing the ISA Certified Arborist exam. Grace, an experienced climber, has worked in the arboriculture industry for eight years, gaining experience in tree care and tree maintenance. She loves and is enthusiastic about trees and the field of arboriculture and continues to learn all aspects of the industry.
Raised in Michigan, Matthew developed his passion for trees when he studied forestry in high school before joining the United States Marine Corps, where he served eight years. Now, he is chasing his dreams of becoming a certified Arborist. He is first aid and CPR certified and OSHA 10 certified.
Simon and Karre hope you find the site informative and fun! There are images to show the type of work we do and the different options available to you, no matter what your tree may need. As far as possible, our advice is free, as are our estimates. We believe access to knowledge should be within the affordable grasp of all those who wish to maintain a healthy environment, whether at home or in one's place of work.
Outside of the UK, the most recognizable international standard in arboriculture is that offered by the ISA (International Society of Arboriculture). Karre and Simon have become ISA Certified Arborists as they are based here in the USA,
There are three principal areas of the tree industry: urban, utility, and commercial (silviculture) forestry. Simon has worked in all three for over 25 years but specialized in urban forestry and silviculture where the range of necessary skills has been the most rewarding.
Before arriving in the USA, six years were spent in France in the southern oak forests of the Quercy, Midi-Pyrenees region whilst maintaining an existing client base in the UK. Simon is exceptionally proud to have his wife, Karre, who is also an ISA Certified Arborist and a graduate of the University of Florida with a bachelor's degree in environmental management, trained in Phase I & II Environmental Site Assessments, works in all aspects of their tree care business, having begun her tree career with Simon in France and is now an integral part of their growing business in the USA. Karre heads up the research, restoration, and design division of Stratford Tree.
***On August 1st, we are welcoming Matthew and Grace Eby, a husband and wife, to the Stratford team.***
Grace was raised on an organic vegetable farm in West Virginia, where her love for trees and plants began. After moving to Florida, she started her dream of becoming an Arborist. Grace met Simon and Karre, under whom she did an apprentice program, and completed that goal by passing the ISA Certified Arborist exam. Grace, an experienced climber, has worked in the arboriculture industry for eight years, gaining experience in tree care and tree maintenance. She loves and is enthusiastic about trees and the field of arboriculture and continues to learn all aspects of the industry.
Raised in Michigan, Matthew developed his passion for trees when he studied forestry in high school before joining the United States Marine Corps, where he served eight years. Now, he is chasing his dreams of becoming a certified Arborist. He is first aid and CPR certified and OSHA 10 certified.
Simon and Karre hope you find the site informative and fun! There are images to show the type of work we do and the different options available to you, no matter what your tree may need. As far as possible, our advice is free, as are our estimates. We believe access to knowledge should be within the affordable grasp of all those who wish to maintain a healthy environment, whether at home or in one's place of work.
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