Educational Links

International Society of Arboriculture (ISA) promotes the professional practice of arboriculture. They help you find information about arboricultural needs, including latest research findings. ISA is committed to strengthening the support of research to brighten the future for arborists and the professional care of trees around the world.

The Wisconsin Arborist Association (WAA) is dedicated to improving the knowledge and quality of the profession of arboriculture, with the like-minded goal of taking care of Wisconsin trees. You can search for an ISA Certified Arborist, or for specific services. The website features articles and blogs on various tree related topics.

This website provides a wide range of information about trees including: tree identification and choice, planting and care, tree recovery, trees and climate, biodiversity, and much more.

The Morton Arboretum’s mission is to plant and protect trees for a greener, healthier and more beautiful world. The physical site is located 25 miles west of Chicago. Their website has information about exhibitions, classes, events and tree science projects.

University of Wisconsin Horticulture, Extension Division. They give information on horticulture related topics, including trees, flowers, fruits, lawns, weeds and invasive plants, etc. Links are provided for learning opportunities, webinars, resources, videos, events. Includes contact information for UW extension professionals and services.

Trees are Good provides educational information about the benefits of trees and how to properly care for trees in the urban environment. They describe resources from the International Society of Arboriculture, and also share a collection of reliable tree care information from other industry organizations. Example topics include: tree hardiness zone map, tree owner’s manual, anatomy of a tree, diseases and fun facts.

The Wood Cycle is located in Oregon, Wisconsin (Dane County). They help clients create one of a kind furniture, cabinetry and wood accents for their home using wood sourced from Dane County Wisconsin. They accept certain trees and logs for their wood working projects (see application form on the website).

Wisconsin Urban Wood (WUW) is committed to the social, economic, and ecological benefits of urban trees. It is part of a nonprofit network that reclaims urban trees for their highest and best uses– first for their environmental benefits as living healthy trees, and next for their wood after their growing years are over. They try to divert quality logs from the chipper, landfill, or firewood – and instead, transform the log into lumber, furniture, flooring, art, architecture, and other enduring wood goods.

This site is the creation of Michael Kuo. This website is based on descriptions of appx. 1200 species of North American mushrooms, from over 25 years of collections. Note: this website does NOT include information about the edibility or toxicity of mushrooms.