Penn-Del eastern TCC next saturday

[murphy4trees]

The local ISA TCC is coming to town next weekend..
I AM hoping Big Jon has a good performance... and his co-worker Jim Roache will once again be the favorite..
I called up Glenn Riggs to ask if there is a press release going out to the local papers about the TCC and the ISA's mission to promote quality tree care practicies etc... and it appears there is not..
That should give Rocky some good amunition to take a shot at the ISA.. Seems pretty basic that they should have some PR material for the local papers..
Been thinkning of writing something myself...

Anyhow all these years and I've never been to a TCC... I showed up late last year and they ended early due to rain... Everyone was soaked, but having a good time..

 

[Guy Meilleur]

Originally posted by murphy4trees
if there is a press release going out to the local papers about the TCC and the ISA's mission to promote quality tree care practicies etc... and it appears there is not..
they should have some PR material for the local papers..

They do.
http://www.treesaregood.com/pressrelease/press.asp

You can pick an article that suits your area's needs, make the contacts and send it in, with a blurb attached referring to penn-del and the tcc. Sure it'd be nice if someone else was doing it, but local papers have a lot of stories to choose from. If you take a good picture they can use that may hook their interest.

tcc's are great fun to watch and learn from, but not thrilling nonstop entertainment for the general public.

 

[Husky288XP]

I do believe that you guys in the east will head over to the burgh in a few weeks for another climbing competion, tell Jim to stay on his own side of the state.

 

[murphy4trees]

He'll be seeing you soon enough and you have another man to contend with in the mean time... Rob Thigpen, who broke a wrist in a 30' fall is planning on competing out west this year...

 

[Nickrosis]

Originally posted by murphy4trees
Been thinkning of writing something myself...

You said it - that's a good idea. And Guy's link is a great starting point, but I know that the ISA has a lot more material than that. I've got Google News Alerts set to send me articles that contain the word "arboriculture" in them. It's interesting to see how many times certified arborists and tree climbing competitions, etc. make it into the news.

A news release is one of the cheapest forms of advertising available. I mean, we've issued a number of them this year, and I've gotten follow-up interviews as a result - sometimes getting front page exposure....with only your time as an expense. Plus, you look more professional and reputable as a company that's in the news.

 

[murphy4trees]

OK here's the letter to the local papers with article.

The Penn-Del chapter of the International Society of Arboriculture (ISA) will be sponsoring a local tree climbing competition to be held at St. Edmund's Home for Children, on Robert's Rd. in Bryn Mawr this Saturday May 15, from 8 AM through mid afternoon. The ISA, founded in 1924, has served the tree care industry as a scientific and educational non-profit organization, working to foster a better understanding of trees and tree care through research and the education of professionals.

Twenty-five of the extended areas top tree climbers will compete in six events for prizes including chainsaws, climbing ropes and saddles. This is a great opportunity for local arborists to show off their talents and share camaraderie. The events which include belayed speed climb, foot lock rope climb, throw line, aerial rescue and work climb are designed to promote safety and the sharing of innovative techniques and equipment.

Last year's winner and perennial favorite, Jim Roache, of the John B. Ward Co., will be there to defend his title. Jim went on to place 12th in the world at the ISA's 2003 International Tree Climbing Championship, where he won the work climb event. He is considered by many arborists to be a great model both in professionalism and personality, and is credited with developing many innovative climbing techniques, now used by top international arborists.

This year's climbing competition is sure to be great fun to watch for those with an interest in commercial or recreational tree climbing. Though open to the public free of charge, a general audience should not expect to see non-stop thrilling entertainment. There will be ISA volunteer staff at each event to answer questions and explain competition rules.

The ISA has been instrumental in promoting proper tree care amongst professional arborists, and discouraging inferior practices such as topping, over-pruning, and heavy salt fertilization. The ISA also offers information to tree care consumers as well. Homeowners can find answers to many of their tree care questions, including tree selection, pruning, planting, insects and diseases, and hazardous tree evaluation on line at the ISA website, www.treesaregood.com.

Daniel Murphy owner, Murphy's Tree Service and Stump Munchers, Wayne, Pa. 610-688-3669 or on the web at www.murphy4trees.com

Caption to attached picture:

Local tree climber "Big John" Grier will be competing on Saturday. He is seen here beginning a casual 85' single line ascent, which will take approximately 3 minutes, using handled ascenders and footlocking climbing technique. The world record for 40' footlock event is under 13 seconds.

 

[Nickrosis]

That's a really good one. I'd recommend throwing a quote in there from yourself, even though it seems awkward. It just breaks it up and makes it more personal.

Here are some quick hints: http://www.stetson.edu/~rhansen/prguide.html

 

[murphy4trees]

isa was late

I talked to the ISA, and they got right on it, but I had just submitted my piece, before I got theirs... I later forwarded it to the editors to pick and choose from..

PS I got the correction from Big Jon... Roachy came in 8th at the ITCC last year...

Area Tree Climbing Competition

FOR MORE INFORMATION:
Sonia Abney
Marketing Coordinator
International Society of Arboriculture
217-355-9411, Ext. 27

Area Tree Climbing Competition

(May 10, 2004)-On Saturday, May 15, incredible skill and agility will be demonstrated by the best tree climbers in the Pennsylvania and Delaware area. The Penn-Del Chapter of the International Society of Arboriculture (ISA) will be sponsoring a local tree climbing championship to be held at St. Edmund’s Home for Children in Bryn Mawr, PA.

The event will showcase the talents of 25 of the extended areas top tree climbers as they compete for the title of regional champion. The six competitive events include- belayed speed climb, foot lock rope climb, throw line, aerial rescue and work climb. "The events are meant to simulate the working conditions of climbers, and arborists around the world can learn new techniques from one another and get a chance to see new and different equipment," said ISA Executive Director Jim Skiera.

The Penn-Del Chapter champion will then go on to compete against competitors from the United States, Canada, Europe, Australia, and New Zealand at the ISA International Tree Climbing Competition (ITCC) August 7 and 8 at West Park in Pittsburgh, PA. The climbers will perform six different climbs over a two-day period. Each event tests a competitor's ability to quickly, professionally, and safely maneuver in a tree while performing work-related tree-care tasks.

Arborists are qualified tree care professionals who are knowledgeable about the needs of trees. They are trained and equipped to provide the proper care necessary to maintain healthy trees. Tree climbers are skilled in practices needed to safely and effectively provide tree care services. The competitions promote safe work practices, and demonstrate improvements in techniques and equipment.

The Penn-Del local competition will begin 8:00am, Saturday May 15, at St. Edmund’s Home for Children on Robert’s Road in Bryn Mawr. Events will last through mid afternoon. For more details contact, ______________________________________.

The International Society of Arboriculture (ISA) is a nonprofit organization supporting tree care research around the world. Headquartered in Champaign, Ill., ISA is dedicated to the care and preservation of shade and ornamental trees. For more information, contact a local ISA Certified Arborist or visit www.treesaregood.com.

© International Society of Arboriculture 2004
P.O. Box 3129, Champaign, IL 61826
Email comments & questions to [email protected]

 

[Guy Meilleur]

Re: isa was late

Originally posted by murphy4trees
I talked to the ISA, and they got right on it,

Told ya they would; a good lesson to others (myself included) to call them earlier next time and save yourself some writing.

ISAa exists to grow the industry, all ya gotta do is ask and they'll try to help.