Tree swings offer three key benefits. They provide exercise as users push, pump, and balance, strengthening core muscles and improving coordination. Swinging outdoors also reduces stress, with fresh air and sunlight boosting mood and promoting mindfulness through nature. Additionally, swings foster social connections, whether through family bonding or cooperative play with friends. The rhythmic motion of swinging acts as a form of meditation, calming the mind and providing space for emotional processing. Overall, tree swings turn static spaces into active, healthy environments that benefit people of all ages.
Specialty Services in Durango, CO
1. Orchard Management
Momentum Tree Experts specializes in revitalizing orchards and heritage fruit trees facing unique challenges. Our ISA-Certified Arborists assess each tree’s health through three lenses: historical significance (preserving century-old specimens), ecological function (enhancing pollinator habitats), and agricultural productivity (optimizing fruit yields).
We address bear-damaged limbs through structural pruning while implementing protective trunk wraps. For fire blight outbreaks, we employ precision antibiotic injections paired with sanitized tool protocols. High-density orchards receive customized crown thinning to improve airflow and light penetration, reducing disease pressure.
By combining soil decompaction via AirSpade technology with targeted micronutrient amendments, we extend the productive lifespan of aging root systems. This approach simultaneously honors the region’s agricultural legacy while adapting orchards to modern climate realities.
2. Tree Swings and Fun With Trees!
3. Property Development and Tree Protection
To protect a tree from construction damage, act before construction begins. Establish Root Protection Zones early. This step reduces damage to fine roots, soil compaction, and grade changes. If you’re planning an addition or remodel near a tree, take precautions in advance. Construction damage can harm your tree, leading to decline and costly removals. Protecting your tree now saves time and money later.
4. Lightning Protection Systems
Lightning protection systems reduce the risk of tree damage from lightning strikes. They provide an alternative path to the ground. Instead of lightning traveling down the tree, a conductor channels it from the top to a safe ground away from the trunk. When properly installed and maintained, these systems effectively prevent serious damage during thunderstorms.
5. Root Care & Soil Amendments
About 80% of aboveground tree issues stem from underground problems, mainly related to root and soil health. A focused assessment of the root flare and pruning of stem girdling roots can determine a tree’s longevity. Removing turf and mulching to the drip line promotes 3-5 times more root growth and increases resilience to soil temperature changes, moisture fluctuations, and anaerobic conditions.
A healthy root system anchors the tree and absorbs necessary nutrients and water. Compacted soil around the roots, due to heavy foot or wheel traffic, causes stress and leads to problems. Momentum’s ISA-Certified Arborists use a scientific process to break soil compaction around the root system. Then, they address the issues with nutrient management and tailored mulching. This process includes removing barriers like lawns and applying organic matter to revitalize the tree’s root system.
6. AirSpade and Soil Decompaction
Airspade work and soil decompaction are essential for tree health. The root flare, where the trunk meets the roots, must remain above soil. Burying it leads to oxygen loss, disease, and instability. The Airspade tool uses air to safely expose roots, ensuring proper planting depth and preventing stunted growth or root girdling.
Mulching retains moisture, regulates temperature, and, when combined with Airspade techniques, boosts nutrient absorption. Soil amendments further improve soil quality, strengthening trees. These methods together enhance tree resilience and support healthier community ecosystems.