Links & Resources

GENERAL INFORMATION FOR CONSUMERS
WAA certified arborists for hire - WAA certified arborists for hire in the state of Wisconsin
Trees Are Good - Helpful information for the general public on quality arboriculture, tree care and related topics
University of Wisconsin-Urban Horticulture Website - Topics include landscape, turf, flowers, fruits & vegetables, as well as pests
Tree Care Industry Association - Helpful information for Arborists and Consumers

HIRING AN ARBORIST
International Society of Arboriculture - walks consumers thru all aspects of obtaining quality arborists

TREE SELECTION AND PLANTING

Utility friendly Tree and Shrub database

General Information on tree selection

Proper Tree Planting Techniques

Avoiding Conflicts when planting near overhead power lines

Power Planting…A Guide to Help You Choose [pdf]

TREE AND SHRUB IDENTIFICATION
http://dnr.wi.gov/forestry/treeid/ -Wisconsin DNR- Easy to use search options with detailed illustrations.

http://www.uwgb.edu/BIODIVERSITY/herbarium/trees/tree_list01.htm - University of Wisconsin-Green Bay-Easy to use search options, includes color photos.

JOB BANK
International Society of Arboriculture – Search for a Resume
http://www.isa-arbor.com/careersInArboriculture/JOB_SearchResumes.aspx

International Society of Arboriculture – Search for a Job
http://www.isa-arbor.com/careersInArboriculture/JOB_SearchJobOps.aspx

International Society of Arboriculture – Post a Resume (only current ISA members may access this page.
http://www.isa-arbor.com/careersInArboriculture/JOB_PostResume.aspx

International Society of Arboriculture – Post a Job (only current ISA members may access this page or you may phone 217-355-9411 to purchase a job listing)
http://www.isa-arbor.com/careersInArboriculture/JOB_PostJobOpp.aspx

DISEASE AND PESTS
UW-Extension publications or bulletins

Gypsy Moth
Wisconsin DNR - Helpful Information including suppression and available assistance in Wisconsin
Wisconsin Department of Ag, Trade, and Consumer Protection - Helpful Information for Homeowners

Emerald Ash Borer
US Forest Service - General Information, Identification, Control and Management
Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade, and Consumer Protection - Emerald Ash Borer Resource Guide

Oak Wilt
Wisconsin DNR - Oak Wilt Description, Diagnosis and Management-General
Oak Wilt Treatment - Products and available brochures for arborists and their customers
Wisconsin DNR- Oak Wilt Guide/New in 2008-Oak Wilt risk rating and associated dates and guidelines.

Dutch Elm Disease
Dutch Elm Disease Treatment - Products and available brochures for arborists and their customers

WAA REPORTS

The following reports were prepared for the WAA Annual Business Meeting held in Green Bay, WI, on Monday, February 8, 2010. Reports reflect the activities of committees during 2009.

ISA Board Report Summary-2009, prepared by Dave Scharfenberger

WAA Annual Arborist Certification Report-2009, prepared by Brian Cassity

WAA Annual Report Urban Forestry Council-2009, prepared by John Gall

WAA Tree Climbing Championship Annual Report-2009, prepared by Mike Wendt

WAA Legislative Annual Report-2009, prepared by Jeff Treu

WAA Nominating and Awards Committee Annual Report-2009, prepared by Mike Michlig

WAA Tree Fund Annual Report, prepared by Laura Wyatt

2010 Grant Updates, prepared by Laura Wyatt

WAA Editorial Committee Report-2009, prepared by Cathy Brodbeck

WAA Website Annual Report-2009, prepared by Cathy Brodbeck

WAA Certification Report-2009, prepared by Aaron Lehnert

WAA Database Report-2009, prepared by Ernie Pearson

WAA Annual Publicity Report-2009, prepared by Eric Peterson

WAA Program Report-2009, prepared by Brian Pelot

WAA 2009 Financial Report Summary, prepared by Ed Bodus

WAA 2009 Condensed Profit & Loss Budget vs. Actual Report, prepared by Ed Bodus

WAA 2009 Statement of Financial Position, prepared by Ed Bodus

SAFETY

U.S. Department of Labor – Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA) - OSHA Assistance for the Tree Care Industry

EDUCATIONAL OR TRAINING OPPORTUNITIES
Hispanic Worker Integration in the Wood Products Industry-- While this site wasn't specifically designed for arborists, much of its contents is applicable.  Information is quite helpful if you are looking at integrating Hispanic workers in your work place. For information, see http://www.na.fs.fed.us/wihispanic

Spanish for Horticulture classes available at Milwaukee Area Technical College. This five week class covers cultural information as well as language needs for supervisors and co-workers of Spanish-speaking individuals.  You won't be able to order lunch after this class but you will be able to communicate with your Spanish-speaking workforce. Anyone interested in attending or arranging for an instructor to come to their work place can call Debbie Hoem-Esparza at 414-297-7346.