Arbor Day ... of a different kind

BIG whole for new forest tree

Yesterday's headlines read "Ohia in Trouble" and shared a similar story to those we included in previous blog entries.  One additional quote stood out, however.  A research ecologist with the US Forest Service graphically outlined the severity of this crisis with the following quote.


"Ohia (trees) form the foundation of our native forests...a keystone species in terms of forest development...and, they comprise approximately 50% of the biomass of a native forest." 

Marc and Chris at work

This is not just about the loss of "some" trees, but is a very serious condition that could place the entire island ecosystem at risk.

Today, the chain saws are buzzing as the last of our our recently dying ohia trees are cut down, about 15-16.   Today, we ALSO dug a gigantic hole for one of our new forest trees.  (see 6/13 post for all the new trees)  It seemed an appropriate response to something over which we have no control. 

"You may not control all the events that happen to you, but you can decide not to be reduced by them."  Maya Angelou

If you live here on the Big Island, and need tree work, we would have no hesitancy in recommending the two amazing tree guys who did our work:  Call Chris or Mark 968-7527 or 209-1311