A couple weeks ago the KTS blog informed readers of an issue surrounding the National Geographic Channel television show Big Bad Wood. It is a reality program centered on the dangers of tree work. Rather than highlighting tree work performed by professionals using industry safety standards, it glorifies dangerous situations when proper precautions aren’t taken. The International Society of Arboriculture (ISA) and the Tree Care Industry Association (TCIA) drafted a joint statement voicing their concerns. Click here to read the full letter sent to the President of the National Geographic Television.
If you would like to also express your opinion regarding the TV series Big Bad Wood, you can send an email to comments@natgeochannel.com
