Network News: Inspectors Archive

Stumped Spring 2003

Answers to Inspectors’ Most Frequently Asked Questions

Q: As an ATFS Inspector, am I responsible for writing forest management plans for the Tree Farms I inspect?

Q: Do I have to wait five years to reinspect a Tree Farm?

The Infamous “Backlog”

In a world where most of us function while being overrun by our personal and professional responsibilities, it’s easy to put some activities on the back burner.  Recently, the word “back log” has surfaced in Tree Farm conversations while discussing Tree Farm re-inspections. 

The Emerging Role of Tree Farm Inspectors in Forest Certification

Some things change and some remain the same.  The American Tree Farm System (ATFS) is no exception.  For more than 60 years Tree Farm’s mission has stayed the same – getting more good forestry on more acres and keeping it there for generations to come.  It is a mission that many embrace.  As the Tree Farm program has evolved over the years, with changes in staff, priorities and policies - growing pains and all – the program has remained true to its proud heritage.

Gary Price named 2001 Inspector of the Year

Gary Price, a volunteer Tree Farm System inspector for 21 years, was named the 2001 National Tree Farm Inspector of the Year at the annual meeting of the Texas Forestry Association. Price, an avid spokesperson for sound forest management, has won the Outstanding State Inspector title three times and was named the Outstanding Area Inspector five different years.

Stumped Spring 2002

Answers to Inspectors’ Most Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Does a management plan have to be redrawn every five (5) years?

Q: How do you get a Qualified Inspector certificate and wallet cards?