Pine trees are common throughout the world, however depending on latitude, elevation, soil type, etc. they grow in a wide variety of unique ecosystems with specific natural and cultural associations, and history.
I was born in Pinellas County Florida (Spanish for isle of pines). I grew up in the pine flatwoods among the Longleaf and Slash pines used for turpentine and naval stores for the British and later the American Navies.
Florida's pine flatwoods are home to .. gopher tortoise, indigo and king snakes ... as well as rattlesnakes.
Growing up my family traveled a lot and the western pines, such as Ponderosa and bristlecone were always part of our adventures.
I now live in New Hampshire in the foothills of the White Mountains among the pine barrens and white pines of New England once used as mast of sailing ships for the British Navy.
While pines dominate and define these different ecological areas, they are related to the other natural ... small, elusive but integral to the ecosystem.
New Hampshire's pine barrens shelter rare Luna moths and the NH state butterfly, the Karner Blue.
Similarly my approach to consulting is rooted in commonly shared ... standards and practices, while at the same time addressing the unique needs and opportunities for each different situation.