Inspectors

Tree Farm certifications are done by trained inspecting foresters who volunteer their time and expertise to certify family forest owners who are practicing forestry in a sustainable manner. In addition to the satisfaction of helping others, inspectors are rewarded with prizes based on the number of inspections done each year. Also, a contribution for each inspection is made in the inspector’s name to one of 3 forestry-related nonprofit organizations in the state, or the inspector may receive it as compensation to help defer transportation costs.

To become a certified ATFS inspecting forester, individuals must have graduated from a 4-year forestry curriculum and attend a half-day training session. Sessions are offered at various times around the state.

If you are a forester who is interested in becoming involved in the Washington Tree Farm Program, please send a message expressing your interest to info@watreefarm.org and someone will contact you about the next training session.