A Visual Journey Through That Girl Tree Care's Masterful Tree Services

It was almost 60 degrees and Betsy and I were loving the sunshine!! #yaysun #twinning #femaletreeclimber #treework #women #climbing

This past summer I had a fun job of putting a bat box up on a tree that failed in a past storm. A couple fun facts about bats is they play a huge role in pest control, dispersing seeds and pollinating plants. It is said that they save 1 Billion in crop damage and pesticides cost in our corn industry. Hopefully they will enjoy their new home instead of someone’s attic! #bats #femaletreeworker #femalearborists #femaleentrepreneur #conservation #treework #wildlife #wildlifehabitat

Hey Everyone!!! The cold weather gave me the perfect opportunity to showcase my awesome new shirts, and I am thrilled to share them with you! I have THREE fantastic versions available: 1️⃣ Purple Chainsaw Edition Front: Chainsaw design Back: "That Girl" Silhouette Sizes: Unfortunately, no more smalls left, but plenty from Medium to XXL 2️⃣ Black Chainsaw Edition Front: Chainsaw design Back: "That Girl" Silhouette Sizes: Unfortunately, no more smalls left, but plenty from Medium to XXL 3️⃣ Rosie the Riveter Edition Front: Acorn design Back: Rosie the Riveter Sizes: Smalls available, as well as Medium to XXL All shirts are up for grabs at just $25 each! I also have been told they are one of the most comfortable shirts people own! To snag one for yourself: Text or Email me with your preferred design, size, and shipping details. This will help me keep track of the orders! I am currently working on setting up a shop on my website real soon! Stay tuned for that! It will make ordering a little more simple! A heartfelt shoutout to all the amazing folks who've already snagged one of my shirts – thank you for the incredible support! Your backing means the world to me. Here's to hoping I can get everyone rocking a fabulous "That Girl" T-shirt! 😀 A massive shoutout to @jfivea 5 Apparel for crafting these incredible shirts! Undoubtedly the top-notch apparel company in the area – their work speaks volumes!

SIR CHIPS A LOT!!!!! Eatting his first meal! So long days to the days of jumping in the truck and chopping everything down! #femaletreeworker #femalearborists #arborist #femaleownedbusiness #treestuff #treestuffdotcom

I am beyond thrilled to share a moment of great joy and gratitude with each and every one of you. Today, my journey in the world of trees took a giant leap forward. This morning I added a new member to the “That Girl” Family - My very own chipper! Properly named (Sir Chips A lot). This milestone wouldn't have been possible without the incredible support of my clients, friends, and well-wishers. Your trust and belief in “That Girl” over the past year has been the driving force behind this exciting chapter of my life. From the bottom of my heart, I want to express my deepest gratitude for the unwavering support you've shown. As I embark on this new chapter and a new year with Sir Chips A Lot, I want to take a moment to remember and honor someone incredibly special. My mom, who recently passed, would have been incredibly proud of this achievement. She was my biggest cheerleader and supporter. Her spirit and love for life will always be a guiding force in my journey. Each tree I have tended to, every task I’ve undertaken, and every smile shared along the way has played a crucial role in bringing me to this moment. Your confidence in my services has fueled this growth, and I am genuinely humbled by the positive impact we've been able to create together. I promise to carry forward the values she instilled in me - dedication, hard work, and a commitment to providing the best service. As I navigate the future with Sir Chips A Lot, it's not just a machine; it's a symbol of progress, hard work, and the shared commitment to my clients. Thank you to everyone that has believed in “That Girl” and given me the opportunity to work for you. You are the roots that anchor me and the branches that help “That Girl” reach new heights. Here's to the journey so far and the exciting journey ahead! With heartfelt appreciation, Ashley Whittlesey “That Girl” Tree Care A special thank you to @Iron Mike Enterprises for making the process of acquiring Sir Chips A Lot so seamless and enjoyable. Mike, your professionalism and assistance were invaluable. I truly appreciate your commitment to excellence and your role in making this dream a reality. If anyone needs some equipment, please reach out

Every day is “leg day” when you don’t have equipment! 😂🍑🦵🏻#femalearborists #femaleentrepreneur #ipickthingsupandputthemdown #treework #insaneinthemembrane

Had the privilege to give some talks a Kirkwood community college last week. Talked to the women’s club, Forestry class and a landscape class. I got to talked about what it’s like owning my own business and how it’s ok not to know what exactly what you want to do in life at that moment and being a women in a male dominate industry. It was so neat to be back and see my teachers that I had when I was going there. I can not express how much I enjoyed my time at Kirkwood and the teaches I had. Shawna and Ken went above and beyond when I was there and still are to this day. It was also so neat to see how the program has evolved though the years. It was such a great experience! I wish I would of take more pictures! #womeninarboriculture #womenintrades#womenempoweringwomen #womensupportingwomen #womenentrepreneurs

I had the pleasure to help with another Ash tree for one of my favorite clients! We got to catch up and He was also kind enough to take some glamour shots for me with my 500i and it’s new bar and chain! 😄Ricky Bobbie ripped though that ash like it was nothing! #sthilgirl #sthil500i #chainsaw #glamorous #womeninbusiness #womenentrepreneurs

Had a big Ash removal the other day for one of my favorite clients! It was 32” diameter and 82ft tall. Glad I bought a 36in bar for my 500i before hand!😅 More pictures to come! #sthil #500i #timber #womeninbusiness #womenintrades #nevergetsold #womeninarboriculture

What do you think of this fun 3D’ish take on the “That Girl” Tree Care logo?! #femaletreeclimber #femaleentrepreneur #femalearborists #treecare #womanownedbusiness

Had a pretty fun deadwood pruning the other day! This Locust tree was a dream with its sprawling branches, I had to get a picture with it! We got all the big dead out of it due to its location and some house clearance. #femaletreeclimber #femaleentrepreneur #treenerd #ilovemyjob

Had a storm blow though with 80 mph winds a few weeks ago. This was one of the many down limbs that I cleaned up! #femalearborists #femalelumberjack #sheworkshardforthemoney

Had a really cool encounter the other day while in an Ash tree. If you look closely you can see a Hawk hanging out on the branch. The Robbins were not having it. It just sat there unbothered.😂 #femaleentrepreneur #femaletreeclimber #hawk #birdnerds

DUG aka “The Boss” loves coming with me to the landfill. If I’m all done for the day and I’m close to the house, I will swing by and pick him up for the ride. He always gets spoiled by the lady at the weigh station. She likes to give him treats! #wecandoit #dogsofinstagram #dug #theboss

One of the many dead Ash removals of the season and definitely won’t be the last! #timber #femaleentrepreneur #femalearborists #stihlgirl #treeremovals

Bought Fancy a new “dress!” Since I’m my own boss I added some dinos for the finishing touch! 😂🦖🦕🌳 #fancy #heresyouronechancefancydontlet medown #femaletreeclimber #chippertruck #femalearborists

It's not all about trees and making money with me. A big part of my journey is about connecting with people. Often, we get so caught up in our daily lives and glued to our phones that we forget to give strangers a chance or our time. But last year, while on a trail, I experienced a beautiful shift. We relied heavily on the kindness of strangers, and it opened up a whole new world for me. Taking the time to get to know someone, even if it's just for a brief moment, can lead to incredible discoveries, inspiration, and even new friendships. Recently, I had the wonderful privilege of helping out a client named Jim. He had a tree that was a little too close to his house, and he needed my assistance in bringing it down. We worked together, and it was not only a smooth process, but we also had an amazing time. And guess what? I made a new friend in the process! 🤗❤️ This experience reminded me once again that life is about more than just the tasks we do and the money we make. It's about the connections we forge and the impact we have on others. So let's remember to give strangers a chance, to offer kindness, and to cherish the moments that can change our lives forever! #femalelumberjack #femalearborists #womenintrades #newfriends #makingconnections #bekind

Happy to announce that I have my TRAQ! (Tree Risk Assessment Qualification)TRAQ is an ISA qualification program that trains arborists how to use the methodologies outlined in the ISA Best Management Practices for Tree Risk Assessment. This qualification promotes the safety of people and property by providing a standardized and systematic process for assessing tree risk. 🤗❤️🌳#imlearing #treework #arborist #treecareindustry

Got to team up with Dylan and Betsy for two large dead Ash removals with limited access. Dylan climbed and removed them while Betsy and I hauled them out! Always a blast working with these two, we always make quick work of whatever we do and have some fun while doing it! Thanks for your help guys! #teamwork #treework #removal #femalearborists #workhard

Had a Mulberry removal the other day and got to work with my good buddy Trevor! We some how managed to get everything shoved into the back of Fancy! Looking forward to the day when Fancy becomes a chip truck and not just a branch and log truck! #heresyouronechancefancydontletmedown #teamwork #treework #femalearborists #female #timber

Meet Fancy, my new chipper truck! Taking a leap of faith and making big moves paid off, and I'm excited to see where this investment takes me. With this new addition to my business comes new possibilities! Thank you to everyone who supported me in making this happen. Here's to many more! #femaletreeworker #femalearborists #femaleownedbusiness #treecareindustry #investinyourself #entrepreneurgoals #excitedforthefuture

The boss is always watching!! 🧐😂Studying up before I take the course to get Tree risk assessment certification! #studytime #atleastimoutside #arborist #womeninarboriculture #dogsofinstagram #dugthedog

Hoppy Easter from “That Girl” Tree Care! Wishing you all a wonderful holiday filled with love, happiness, and plenty of chocolate eggs! 🍫🐣🌸 As we celebrate this special day, let's also take a moment to appreciate the beauty of nature and the importance of preserving our trees and green spaces. Thank you for choosing That Girl Tree Care as your trusted tree care provider. 🌳💚 #HappyEaster #treecare #arborist #arboristsofinstagram #treecareindustry #femalelumberjack #femalearborists #ThatGirlTreeCare #NatureLovers

Had an accident yesterday…a spending one! It just fell into the back of my jeep I swear…😁#stihlpower #stihl #stihlgirl #treework #soexcited #letsgo

Had a great time learning at the Iowa Arborist Association Aerial Rescue and tree felling class the last few days! #yaylearning #treework#arborists #treefelling #womeninbusiness

Owning your own business has its perks, one of which is the chance to collaborate with friends on a variety of projects. Working with different people allows for new perspectives and ideas, which ultimately contributes to the growth and success of the business. Recently, I had the pleasure of partnering with my good friend Adam and his buddy Austin for a huge maple removal in a backyard. We effectively and safely completed the task at hand, all while having a great time. I look forward to combining forces and becoming the “A team” again! #treecareindustry #treecare #arboristskills #arboristsofinstagram #arborist #femaleowned #femaletreeworker #femalearborists #femaletreeclimber

According to the Iowa DNR, the previous week marked the end of Oak season. It was a great way to conclude the season by encountering some impressive trees! There was a particular tree that I had longed to climb for several years, and I finally had the opportunity to do so!!#dreamsdocometrue #treecareindustry #femaleentrepreneur #femalearborists #trees #oaktrees #womeninbusiness

"That Girl" Tree Care has recently collaborated with @boots_trade_co to produce a collection of hats. The hats come in two different colors and feature beautiful leather patches that are hand-stitched and riveted on. Since the announcement of the opening of "That Girl," many people have expressed interest in purchasing hats or t-shirts. As a result, I decided to create a few designs to gauge public interest. If you are interested in purchasing a hat, please reach out to me at Ashley@thatgirltreecare.com. Depending on the level of interest, I will place a large order and will work to determine a fair price point. Thank you for your support - it truly means the world to me! Stay tuned for upcoming T-shirt designs to be announced soon. #femaletreeclimber #femalearborist #femaleowned #treecareindustry #treecare #treecareprofessionals #thatgirl

Had a client take some photos of me working the other day, when I was pruning a Maple tree! He had the most adorable Golden retriever named Jake, that sat on my lap at lunch time😂🥰 I also added another picture of a dog named Max. Nothing better then a puppy Pick me up! #femalearborist #treeclimber #ilovemyjob #ilovedogs #womeninbusiness #womenintrades

Happy Women's History Month! It's time to celebrate the amazing contributions and achievements of women throughout history. March is a month to recognize the often-overlooked role that women have played in shaping our society, culture, and politics. It's a time to recognize women's ongoing struggle for equality and renew our commitment to advancing women's rights and opportunities. At “That Girl” Tree Care, we want to honor Rosie the Riveter, a cultural icon that emerged during World War II. Rosie empowered women by challenging traditional gender roles and demonstrating that women were capable of doing jobs that were traditionally considered to be men's work. She encouraged women to take up jobs in industries that were previously dominated by men, a significant step towards women's empowerment. In the tree care industry, we're proud to have some incredible women breaking down barriers and challenging gender norms. From climbing tall trees to wielding chainsaws, these female tree care professionals are just as capable as their male counterparts. They've shown incredible strength, resilience, and determination in the face of adversity, proving that gender is not a barrier to success. We honor all the badass women in the tree care industry with this special graphic, or possible t-shirt? They serve as an inspiration to other women who aspire to succeed in traditionally male-dominated fields. Let's continue to celebrate and uplift women during Women's History Month! 💪🌳 #WomenInTreeCare #WomenInHistory #RosieTheRiveter #GirlPower #BreakingBarriers #TreeCare #InternationalWomensDay #EmpoweredWomen #GenderEquality #ThatGirlTreeCare #femaleownedbusiness #arborist #femalearborists

This week I got to further my knowledge on trees. I’ve been coming to Shade Tree short course since 2015. It’s wonderful time to learn about the newest Arboriculture practice’s, catch up with other fellow Arborist friends, and make new one’s! This year I got to refresh my knowledge on proper diagnoses of tree disease and learn about Fungi that can weaken or even kill trees. I enjoyed taking a break and nerding out for a couple days! #femalearborists #shadetreeshortcourse #arborist #trees #femaleownedbusiness #femaleowned #treecare #treecareindustry

What else to do when its -20 degrees with wind chill? I decided to sit back with a coffee and play with Ai Generated art. This little comic book type story was wrote completely by Ai, and all the photos were created with Ai also. Dropped them into Illustrator and created the layout. It was a fun winters day project! Hope you enjoy!

Post 2- These photos document my first tree job as the proud owner of my own LLC, and let me tell you, it was a wild ride. The day started off like a scene straight out of the Arctic tundra, with icy conditions and temperatures so cold, I had to dig out all the winter gear I own just to leave the house. 6 layers of shirts to be exact plus long underwear haha, But as the day progressed and the sun came out, all bundled up in my winter gear, it felt good to order my poor husband around while he did ground work. :-) ( We make a great team! ) But despite the freezing temperatures, the tree work went just as planned and as smoothly as possible, and I couldn't help but feel a sense of excitement and accomplishment!! Looking forward to many more jobs to come!! #femalearborists #treework #arborist #femaleownedbusiness #treecare #treecareindustry #femaleentrepreneur

Post 1- These photos document my first tree job as the proud owner of my own LLC, and let me tell you, it was a wild ride. The day started off like a scene straight out of the Arctic tundra, with icy conditions and temperatures so cold, I had to dig out all the winter gear I own just to leave the house. 6 layers of shirts to be exact plus long underwear haha, But as the day progressed and the sun came out, all bundled up in my winter gear, it felt good to order my poor husband around while he did ground work. :-) ( We make a great team! ) But despite the freezing temperatures, the tree work went just as planned and as smoothly as possible, and I couldn't help but feel a sense of excitement and accomplishment!! Looking forward to many more jobs to come!! #femalearborists #treework #arborist #femaleownedbusiness #treecare #treecareindustry #femaleentrepreneur

Winter is the perfect time to trim your oak trees! By taking care of your oak trees during the winter months, you can help prevent the spread of oak wilt. Oak wilt is a deadly fungal disease that can quickly spread through oak tree populations, causing wilting, browning of leaves, and dieback of branches. By trimming your oak trees during the winter, you can help prevent the spread of the disease to healthy trees. Ashley is a certified arborist with the knowledge and experience to properly trim and care for your oak trees, ensuring they remain healthy and strong for years to come. Oak season in the state of Iowa typically occurs within the time frame of late November to early March. However, it is important to note that this period of time may be subject to change depending on the fluctuation of temperature. Don't wait until it's too late. Contact Ashley today to schedule your winter oak trimming and protect your trees from the devastating effects of oak wilt. Trust her with your oak trees, and she will make sure they stay healthy and beautiful for years to come. #femalearborist #arborist #treecareindustry #treecare #femaleownwedbusiness #femaleowned #oak #oaktree

Putting my new T-shirt to the ultimate test at CrossFit today!!Sweat, determination, and a little bit of pain- all in a day's work, in the gym and in the tree #CrossFit #WorkoutWear #PushYourLimits #femalearborist #treecareindustry #treecare #arboristsofinstagram #arborists #femaleownedbusinesses #femaleownedandoperated

I am officially open for business!!! It took a little longer then expected with the supply shortages (Gear took forever to show up.) "That Girl" is offering tree removals, pruning, tree health care, and consulting. I am very excited to be starting this new adventure! Dreams will always be dreams unless you try!!

Big Announcement tomorrow!!!! 2023 is going to be a good year!!! #femalearborist #treecare #treecareindustry #iowacity #cedarrapids #femalestartup #femaleownedbusiness