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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
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walks consumers thru all aspects of obtaining quality arborists
TREE SELECTION AND PLANTING
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/org/land/forestry/TreeID/index.htm
-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
US Forest Service - The Homeowner and the Gypsy Moth: Guidelines for Control
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
Asian Longhorn Beetle
Wisconsin DNR - Includes identification and links
Invasive Species - Gateway to Federal and State programs or activities
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
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.
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