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
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.