Flight Season Is Over: Time to Tidy the Trees

When it comes to tree work, timing is everything, especially when nature's tiniest tenants are involved.

While summer might seem like the perfect time to get your yard cleaned up or take down that risky tree, there’s one important thing we always consider before firing up the chainsaws: nesting birds.

During spring and early summer, many species of birds are hard at work raising their young. Trees offer the perfect home: shelter, safety, and elevation. That’s why, during peak nesting season, we avoid disturbing any active nests. It’s more than just a good practice, it’s part of protecting our local ecosystem.

By July, however, things begin to shift. The nesting window starts to close, and most baby birds have grown big enough to take flight. That’s when removals and major pruning become much more feasible without risking harm to wildlife.

In the past, we’ve approached this with care and compassion. If we come across an active nest, we either postpone the job until it’s safe or, in some cases, relocate the nest to a local animal shelter, always following the proper protocols. It’s all part of the responsibility we feel when working with living landscapes.

So, if you’ve been holding off on tree work for the sake of our feathered friends, July and August might just be your green light. Want to chat about the best time to tackle that overgrown spruce or leaning aspen? We’re here to help.