At Ickes Tree Service, Inc., we believe that education is the foundation of proper tree care.
We offer professional training sessions and educational presentations designed for schools, civic groups, garden clubs, municipalities, and corporate audiences across Baldwin County, Alabama and surrounding areas.
Whether your goal is to enhance safety, improve landscape management, or deepen your understanding of tree biology, our presentations provide clear, practical, and science-based information tailored to your group’s needs.
Our certified arborists provide presentations and workshops on subjects such as:
Tree Care & Maintenance: Proper pruning, planting, and soil health.
Tree Risk Awareness: Recognizing structural defects, decay, and hazards.
Urban & Community Forestry: Managing trees in public spaces and developments.
Tree Preservation in Construction: Protecting root zones and canopy during site work.
Tree Health & Disease Identification: Common pest and disease problems in the Gulf Coast region.
Customized Programs: Tailored topics for garden clubs, schools, and professional organizations.
Gary Ickes II,
ASCA Registered Consulting Arborist #861
ISA Board Certified Master Arborist SO-2919BM
ISA Tree Risk Assessment Qualified
Gary is an experienced educator and consultant with more than 33 years in arboriculture.
He regularly conducts workshops for professional associations, local governments, private companies, and private property owners seeking expert insight into sustainable tree management.
Alabama Urban Forestry Association
Alabama Cooperative Extension Service
Garden Clubs & Community Organizations
Business “Lunch & Learn” Programs
ISA Certification Review Sessions
ISA Southern Chapter Conference
TCIA Expo
