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About Arbor Care Tree Specialists

Why Choose Arbor Care?

When you choose Arbor Care Tree Specialists, you’re choosing a team that cares as deeply about your trees - and your satisfaction - as you do.

Since 2004, Arbor Care Tree Specialists has been dedicated to providing professional, science-based tree care throughout the Pacific Northwest. With a passion for trees, a commitment to community, and a focus on excellence, we proudly help homeowners, businesses, and municipalities maintain healthy, beautiful landscapes.

  • ISA Certified Arborists on staff
  • Over 60 years of combined industry experience
  • Cutting-edge equipment and techniques
  • Customized solutions tailored to your trees and goals
  • A reputation built on trust, professionalism, & outstanding service

Our Story

Arbor Care Tree Specialists

Arbor Care was founded by Luke Colvin, a tree care professional who believes that true expertise comes from blending technical skill with genuine care for both people and the environment. Since our beginning, we have focused on delivering the highest quality tree services with honesty, integrity, and an unwavering commitment to customer satisfaction.

Today, Arbor Care continues to grow through a team of dedicated ISA Certified Arborists and skilled tree care technicians who share Luke’s original vision.

Our Approach to Tree Care

At Arbor Care, we believe that proactive, professional tree care is an investment in both property value and environmental health.

Whether we’re pruning ornamental trees, diagnosing plant health issues, performing soil restoration, or conducting large-scale removals, our work is guided by:

Science-based practices

Industry-leading safety standards

A deep respect for our clients' properties

Thoughtful environmental stewardship

Our services range from Tree Pruning and Plant Health Care to Tree Consulting, Land Clearing, and beyond – designed to meet the needs of every client and every landscape.

Dedicated to Safety, Community and Professional Service

Our Expertise

Our team brings over 60 years of combined arboriculture experience to every project. Arbor Care Tree Specialists is proud to employ ISA Certified Arborists—professionals who have met rigorous industry standards and who stay current with the latest research and techniques in tree health, safety, and management.

We also invest in specialized equipment, such as the CMC 83HD+ Arbor Pro lift, allowing us to perform safe, precise tree care even in hard-to-reach locations.

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Certified

Our Arborists are certified by the International Society of Arboriculture.

Insured

Arbor Care Inc. is fully insured to protect you and your property.

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Active

We are active leaders in our local industry associations.

Safe

We comply with the American National Standards Institute safety guidelines for arborists.

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Local

Owner Luke Colvin won the George Award for outstanding community service.

MEET THE TEAM

LUKE COLVIN
OWNER / FOUNDER
JON FAGERLAND
Operations Manager
MITCH ZSCHOCHE
Lead Crane Operator & Crew Lead
Austin Wienecke
General Manager
Jonathan
Office Manager
Dilbert
Lead Tree Inspector

Equipped With The best

Tree Care Equipment

Our equipment includes the innovative CMC 92 HD Arbor Pro. This machine, the only one in our service area, has a reach of over 90 feet, can fit through a 36 inch gate or door, and can be used on almost any type of terrain. This lift is much more utilitarian than a bucket truck as it can be used both indoors and out.

Our Equipment:

  • 55 ton crane
  • 3 chippers
  • 3 walk behind mini skids
  • multiple trailers
  • 3 F550 chip trucks
  • 4 utility trucks
  • A grapple truck for hauling logs
  • Skid Steer
  • Stump grinder
  • Spray truck

Contact Arbor Care Tree Specialists

We would be honored to partner with you on your next tree care project. Contact us to schedule a consultation or to learn more about our full range of services.

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LUKE COLVIN
OWNER / FOUNDER

Luke, an ISA Certified Arborist (the first on the north Oregon coast) is passionate about the stewardship of trees as a natural resource and has 20 years of experience in the arboriculture industry. He founded Arbor Care Tree Specialists in 2004 and Arbor Care continues to be the leading tree service in the area. Luke is also committed to giving back to the community. He is the 2008 winner of the “George Award”, an award given by the Astoria-Warrenton Chamber of Commerce for extraordinary service to the community. Luke organized the annual “Stuff the Truck” food drive, which has proven to be the largest food drive benefitting local residents in need. He also serves on the boards of the Astoria-Warrenton Chamber of Commerce and The Clatsop County Historical Society.

JON FAGERLAND
Operations Manager

Jon is the crew foreman and lead climber for Arbor Care Tree Specialists. He graduated from the University of Idaho in 2009 with a Bachelor of Science in Forest Resources and Bachelors of Arts in Spanish Language. He has been a Certified Arborist with Arbor Care since 2010. Jon is devoted to safety, and is enthusiastic about continuing education in the constantly evolving field of Arboriculture. After work Jon enjoys spending time outdoors with his wife Meredith and their dog Lola, as well as performing with his band Holiday Friends.

MITCH ZSCHOCHE
Lead Crane Operator & Crew Lead

Mitch is our everything guy. With a degree in Automotive Technology, he was hired for his mechanical abilities, but has quickly evolved into an integral part of all our day to day operations. Mitch has been with the company since 2014. Although he had no previous experience in the field of arboriculture, Mitch has become a skilled aerial lift operator, climber, and crew leader. He is also an expert machine operator, which makes our jobs go very smoothly and preserves all our backs! In his spare time, he enjoys rebuilding his jeep, from the ground up—another skill that comes in handy when something breaks down on the job!

Austin Wienecke
General Manager

Austin Wienecke is an ISA Board Certified Master Arborist with 18 years of experience working in the field of Urban Forestry. He holds a Bachelor of Science from the University of Oregon. He taught Urban Forestry for the US Forest service for 5 years and is certified as a Tree Climber Trainer. A proficient arborist, he is capable of diagnosing tree health and stability while also being able to undertake its treatment, whether that be through pruning, IPM or removal. He is general manager for Arbor Care Tree Specialists Inc., a full-service tree care firm based out of Astoria, Oregon. Past experience and skills include: Board Member for Ascending the Giants (a group dedicated to climbing and measuring the largest trees by species within the Pacific Northwest); designing and building treehouses in the Portland metro area; council member with the Oregon State Parks, Central Oregon Coast 50-year planning commission; International of Arboriculture speaker; Award recipient from Oregon Community Trees for teaching; Eagle Scout; proud husband and father of three.

Jonathan
Office Manager

Jonathan joined Arbor Care in 2022. After 2 years in the field, he made the transition to the office, where he takes care of bookkeeping, scheduling, and customer accounts. In his spare time he enjoys running, fishing, and spending time with his wife, Lily, and dog Zeus.

Winter is When Tree Health Begins

When Trees Rest, We Go To Work.

Our Winter Care Services Protect Against Hidden Pests, Root Stress, And Soil Depletion—Ensuring Your Trees Enter Spring Stronger Than Ever.

  • Spruce Aphid Prevention
  • In-Ground Fertilization
  • Fungicide Treatments
  • Tree Pruning & Safety Checks
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