Arbor Image, Noble Oak Safety & Training, and R&B Tree Service send this information as posted below:
Oklahoma City, OK – May 29, 2025 — The Oklahoma tree care community is gearing up for the 2nd Annual Arbor Rescue OKC, scheduled for Friday May 30, 2025 Classroom Training and Saturday May 31, 2025 Live Training & demos at Scissortail Park in downtown Oklahoma City. Look for the large crane and American flag, and come check us out. This two-day training and outreach event is hosted by Arbor Image, Noble Oak Safety & Training, and R&B Tree Service.
“As the lead trainer for Arbor Rescue OKC, my number one priority is to equip arborists with skills that not only make their jobs safer but also more efficient,” said Jonathan Sullivan, training lead for Arbor Rescue OKC. “This year’s event focuses on aerial rescue—an essential, potentially lifesaving skill. Safety is not just a formality; it is a vital practice that ensures efficiency and benefits everyone involved.”
Arbor Rescue OKC brings together tree care professionals for a weekend focused on urban forestry, technical rescue, and emergency preparedness through advanced arboriculture.
“We’re creating a space where professionals can grow together—hands-on, in the field, side-by-side with some of the best in the industry,” said Ben Martin, spokesperson for Arbor Rescue OKC.
Day 1: Oklahoma City Convention Center, 100 Mick Cornett Drive, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma 73109.
Check in and light breakfast will begin at 7:30 am, and class starts at 8:00 am. Please bring your PPE and gear you will be using on day 2, as we will be performing a gear check in the afternoon
Day 2: Scissortail Park, 300 Southwest 7th Street, Oklahoma City, OK 73109
Check in and a light breakfast will begin at 7:30 am, and class starts at 8:00 am. If you have any questions at all, please do not hesitate to contact us! There will be food trucks on-site if you would like to purchase lunch.
Event Highlights Include:
● Live Tree Rescue Demonstrations – Real-time training in aerial rescue, emergency rigging, and high-angle techniques.
● Skills Clinics & Workshops – Interactive learning sessions covering everything from saw safety to technical climbing strategies.
● Equipment Displays – Cranes, spider lifts, bucket trucks, and specialized gear from top brands.
● Guest Speaker: Bill Burley – World-renowned arborist and founder of Heli-ax LLC, will offer mentorship, demonstrations, and insights.
Featured Trainers & Experts:
● Bill Burley – Heli-ax LLC
● Jonathan Sullivan – Arbor Image
● Jon Foote – Noble Oak Safety & Training
“At Noble Oak Safety & Training, we’re committed to helping tree care professionals stay safe and work with confidence,” said Jordan Tielmann, Owner of Noble Oak Safety & Training. “Supporting the second annual Arbor Rescue OKC is part of that commitment, because hands-on training is essential for improving both safety and efficiency in the field.”
Focused on Growth, Safety, and Collaboration
The event aims to raise the bar for industry standards while building a stronger, more connected arborist community in Oklahoma and beyond. Attendees will leave better prepared for the challenges of urban forestry and emergency tree work.
Arbor Image, Noble Oak Safety & Training, and R&B Tree Service are dedicated to raising the standards of arboriculture. With decades of combined experience in tree care, safety, and professional development, they are proud to unite for one of the region’s most impactful green industry events.
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