What are the requirements or qualifications needed of people conducting tree inventories?
A41. This can vary based on the type of survey being conducted. Refer to the Community Forest Inventory Model for more details about survey options. In general, the most essential qualification for a person is the ability to correctly identify tree species. Professionals who are International Society of Arboriculture Certified Arborists (ISA-Certified) are generally well-educated in tree identification and rating tree condition. Find ISA Certified Arborists. Other options for technical assistance include MN Certified Tree Inspectors, MN Consulting Foresters and Society of American Foresters certified foresters. Listings for these can be found under “Technical Resources” on the DNR Community Forestry page, along with other EAB planning and management references.
