This time of year is known as the season of giving and often it’s the simple gestures which have the greatest impact on those facing hard times during the holidays. Swingle can’t begin to fully understand the many challenges facing families along the Front Range during the holiday season. In an effort to help those…
Read MoreThanksgiving will be here before you know it. With guests in town for the holiday, Swingle would like to suggest some fun, family friendly activities for the weekend. From train rides to lighting celebrations, you’re sure to find something for everyone to enjoy. 6 Things to Do Thanksgiving Weekend Experience The Polar Express Train Ride When:…
Read MoreRecently, Boulder County announced plans to proactively remove ash trees and replace them with another variety of tree that isn’t susceptible to the deadly emerald ash borer. The city council has agreed to spend almost $185,000 to manage the potential threat of emerald ash borer to ash trees on county-owned properties under multiple budget proposals.…
Read MoreIt’s finally starting to feel like fall has arrived, and we may just be moving right along into winter with the cooler nights and trees along the Front Range returning to the dormant stage. Most people tend to think trees don’t need as much attention in the winter as they do in the summer months.…
Read MoreAfter caring for them all season long, the last thing you want to see is a squirrel feasting upon your trees. After multiple freezes, food sources are in short supply for these furry creatures, so they’ve turned to our trees for nutrition. You’ll want to identify squirrel damage early on before they cause enough damage…
Read MoreColorado has an abundance of pests and insects, but that doesn’t mean you need to welcome them into your home! Crawling insects can sting, bite, and cause allergic reactions to you, your family and even your pets. Pest control in Colorado is key in protecting your home and the experts at Swingle want to advise…
Read MoreIt’s time to celebrate the arrival of fall, and Colorado has everything from pumpkin patches to apple trees and costume contests. Swingle has found some of the best fall festivals in the area to celebrate the season. 5 Colorado Festivals to Enjoy this Fall: Elk Fest When: October 3-4 Where: Estes Park in Bond Park…
Read MoreHomeowners and businesses across the Front Range are being told that their spruce tree(s) might be infected with spruce gall, which may not be the case. Spruce Gall vs. Freeze Damage Spruce gall is commonly found on new growth of spruce trees, but what companies neglect to tell homeowners and businesses is its similarity to…
Read MoreEarlier this year, Swingle released its 2015 Colorado Landscape Predictions. Pest Prediction Update: With half the year now complete, we’d like to give you a Colorado pest prediction update on where we are and where we’re headed as we continue to battle damaging pests and unprecedented meteorological events throughout the region. November Freeze The impact from…
Read MoreFew places provide the feeling of patriotism, duty and honor more than Arlington National Cemetery in Washington, D.C. Amongst the lush, rolling hillsides – adorned with majestic trees and headstones as far as the eye can see – you’ll find the grave of John F. Kennedy, the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier and many other…
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