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Bear LeVangie and Melissa LeVangie-Ingersoll, WTCW

Biography

LeVangie, Bear – Women’s Tree Climbing Workshop (WTCW)

Bear is a Co-Founder, Leader Instructor, and Executive Director of Women’s Tree Climbing Workshop®.  In her 25+ years in the arboriculture industry she has added the following to her long list of credentials:

• Bachelor’s Degree University of Montana 
• ISA TRAQ Arborist 
• CT Licensed Arborist 
• American Red Cross First Aid/CPR/AED Instructor 
• Petzl Competent PPE Inspector 
• Yoga Alliance Certified Instructor (250 hrs) 
• MA Qualified Tree Warden
• Arborist Rope Splicer 
• Past President New England ISA 
• Past NE ISA TCC Champion, Past CT TCC Champion, Past ME, NH, NY, ITCC Competitor 
• Licensed Pesticide Applicator MA, CT, NY

Noble Oak Safety and Training
Curious about the differences between grapple-saws or trying to find the right one for your operation? This session breaks down the core design types, mechanical functions, and field performance of today’s leading grapple-saws. Learn how various models handle different applications and how to choose based on tree size, terrain, and workflow. Great for decision-makers, operators, and anyone looking to make informed equipment investments.

North American Rescue – Matt McCarty and JD Stewart

We will speak to the importance of having a TQ (tourniquet) at all times.

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Noble Oak Safety and Training

When operating grapple-saws, understanding dynamic loads is critical to safe and efficient performance. This session dives into the physics behind load forces, shifts, and reactions during cutting, lifting, and movement. Attendees will gain practical knowledge on how weight distribution, momentum, and rigging angles can impact jobsite safety. Perfect for operators, crew leaders, and safety managers looking to reduce risk and improve control.

STIHL – Mark Chisholm, CTSP

Choosing the right tools isn’t always straightforward—but learning from the pros can make it easier. In this session, top climbers and fallers share what they look for in their gear to meet the demands of daily work and how those choices help them perform at their best. Bring your questions and hear real-world advice and solutions for tackling the toughest challenges the industry throws your way.

Biography

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Noble Oak Safety and Training

Curious about the differences between grapple-saws or trying to find the right one for your operation? This session breaks down the core design types, mechanical functions, and field performance of today’s leading grapple-saws. Learn how various models handle different applications and how to choose based on tree size, terrain, and workflow. Great for decision-makers, operators, and anyone looking to make informed equipment investments.

Amanda Whitton and Melissa LeVangie-Ingersoll, WTCW

Professional arborists will present on experiences from the field, about how chance favors the prepared. When the work plan didn’t go as planned, what were the outcomes, and why. Learn key steps you can implement that will drastically increase your likelihood of success when an incident occurs.

Biography

LeVangie Ingersoll, Melissa – Women’s Tree Climbing Workshop (WTCW)|
Melissa adores sharing her love of trees and the skills she’s acquired over the last 29 years in the industry of arboriculture.  Melissa is a passionate educator and her down-to-earth approach lends her subject matter expertise to be accessible by students, newbie to advanced people alike. 

As the Women’s Tree Climbing Workshop® owner and co-founder, Melissa serves as a lead instructor, website designer, and head of marketing… and more.

Melissa lives in Massachusetts and is a graduate of the University of Massachusetts, holding a B.S. in Forestry. With a diverse background Melissa brings a wealth of knowledge to her passion of arboriculture. With trail construction and maintenance, firefighting, chain saw training and more.

Melissa’s hobbies include motorcycling, timber framing, cycling, and gardening,

Jamie Chambrelli, CTSP and Ryan Torcicollo, CTSP,  SavATree

Tree rigging is both an art and a science, requiring a balance of skill, knowledge, and proper technique to ensure safe and controlled lifting of limbs. This presentation explores key principles of lifting in tree rigging, including mechanical advantage, force distribution, and equipment selection. We’ll discuss best practices for securing, lifting, and maneuvering limbs, as well as strategies to mitigate hazards such as dynamic loads, shock loading, and unexpected failures. With real-world examples and expert insights, this session aims to equip arborists with the skills to perform lifts with precision and confidence while prioritizing safety.

Biography

Chambrelli, Jamie, CTSP – SavATree
Jamie Chambrelli has 20 years industry experience, starting as a production climber and working his way to a well know figure in safety and training in the tree care industry. Jamie is a TCIA Certified Treecare Safety Professional (CTSP) and CT Licensed Arborist.

Torcicollo, Ryan, CTSP – SavATree
Ryan has 14 years in the industry.  He is a SavATree GTC skills and safety trainer ISA, TCIA Certified Treecare Safety Professional (CTSP), Certified Tree Climber, TRAQ, certified crane operator, and NCCER crane exam proctor.

Milwaukee – Andy Jones, CTSP, Rooted Arbor Care

Has battery OPE — specifically chainsaws reached the performance levels sufficient for professional tree care? Legislative trends (e.g., California AB1346) are catalyzing the shift to emission-free gear. After three years of rigorous field-testing new battery-powered outdoor tools from major brands, we can confidently address industry concerns such as power, runtime and cost when comparing battery OPE to traditional gas-powered gear. As well as share how, our crew has navigated the transition from gas to battery-powered gear.

Biography

Jones, Andy, CTSP – Rooted Arborcare
Andy Jones is a Founder and Owner of Rooted Arbor Care in O’Fallon, MO. He is an ISA Certified Arborist, Certified Tree Care Safety Professional (CTSP), and is a regular contributor to TCI Magazine. Andy is a climber and gear enthusiast who is passionate about finding innovative ways to safely and efficiently work in the canopy. Andy has previous experience in logistics, aerial rigging, industrial safety, and first aid/emergency response, and uses this experience to help propel the industry of arboriculture to new heights. Andy’s goal is to help develop and demonstrate simple solutions for increasingly dynamic problems.

Noble Oak Safety and Training

Your grapple-saw is only as good as the care it receives. This session covers must-know inspection steps, routine maintenance practices, and common issues to watch for in the field. Learn how proactive upkeep extends lifespan, improves performance, and prevents costly downtime. Ideal for operators, fleet managers, and mechanics aiming to keep equipment running safely and smoothly.

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WTCW – Bear LeVangie and Melissa LeVangie-Ingersoll

Biography

Bear LeVangie and Melissa LeVangie-Ingersoll

Bear is a Co-Founder, Leader Instructor, and Executive Director of Women’s Tree Climbing Workshop®.  In her 25+ years in the arboriculture industry she has added the following to her long list of credentials:

• Licensed Pesticide Applicator MA, CT, NY
• Bachelor’s Degree University of Montana 
• ISA TRAQ Arborist 
• CT Licensed Arborist 
• American Red Cross First Aid/CPR/AED Instructor 
• Petzl Competent PPE Inspector 
• Yoga Alliance Certified Instructor (250 hrs) 
• MA Qualified Tree Warden
• Arborist Rope Splicer 
• Past President New England ISA 
• Past NE ISA TCC Champion, Past CT TCC Champion, Past ME, NH, NY, ITCC Competitor 

Noble Oak Safety and Training

Curious about the differences between grapple-saws or trying to find the right one for your operation? This session breaks down the core design types, mechanical functions, and field performance of today’s leading grapple-saws. Learn how various models handle different applications and how to choose based on tree size, terrain, and workflow. Great for decision-makers, operators, and anyone looking to make informed equipment investments.

ECHO – Charlie Hoffmann

A foundational seminar on common sense chain saw safety and maintenance practices.