Overlook Tree Preservation

May Tree Care

As a general rule, it’s time to prune spring flowering shrubs. Buds develop during the summer and fall of the…

Welcome

Which limb goes, which one stays? Which trees do you plant and which ones call for removal?
As you stand in the dappled shade, admiring your trees and pondering such questions, let's not forget to call on a certified arborist and true tree advocate like Kevin MacKenzie.
With over 17 years of experience, Kevin leads locally-owned Overlook Tree Preservation: a hard working team of experts dedicated to caring for your trees with the respect they deserve. Whether you're looking for tree preservation services, tree removal, consultation or deep-root fertilization, Kevin and the team are ready to help.

Kevin’s Art

When Kevin removes a tree, he likes to leave something in remembrance of it. Click on the link to see a sampling of his work.

Removal Explained

Every once in a while we need to remove a tree due to death or disease. This is our process explained in non-arborist terms.

Grant Approval!

Overlook Tree Preservation was awarded one of six grants from the City of Portland’s Green Investment Fund to assist with our new warehouse building to be located in the Northwest Industrial District on…

May/June Oregon Home Magazine

Kevin MacKenzie is quoted in May/June’s issue of Oregon Home in the Letter to Editor regarding the salvation of 2 Black Walnut trees which were removed and milled into wood for cabinetry and flooring for the homeowner.

Green Building Workshop

When: October 25, 2006 | 8:30am - 10:00am
Where: 9009 N. Foss Ave.
When: Learn about green building strategies, resources and tools to decrease energy and water use, save money and create healthy spaces. Tour the City of Portland's $5.9 million expansion and remodel of the University Park Community Center (under construction). Ask the contractor questions about LEED requirements and hear about contracting opportunities with the City of Portland. Free refreshments and green building guidebooks. Raffle for T-shirt and cap.To reserve a spot, call Stacey at 503-823-3508 by October 23rd.

Friends of Trees Planting Event

When: October 14, 2006 | 8:45a.m. to 1p.m.
Where: Oaks Bottom Wildlife Refuge, SE Portland
When: The Oaks Bottom Wildlife Refuge, SE Portland planting event involves planting, mulching, and accessorizing native trees and shrubs.