AY Honor Arboriculture Requirements

Arboriculture

Skill Level

3

Year

2024

Version

22.12.2024

Approval authority

North American Division

(To be taught by a certified arborist or equivalent certification)

1. Define the following terms:

a. Arboriculture

b. Arborist

c. Arboriculture industry

2. Draw and identify the components of the following:

a. Trunk cross section

i. Outer bark

ii. Phloem

iii. Cambium

iv. Sapwood (xylem)

v. Heartwood

b. Twig anatomy

i. Terminal bud

ii. Bud scales

iii. Lateral bud

iv. Lenticels

v. Leaf scar

vi. Ring of bud scale scars

vii. Internode

viii. Node

ix. Bundle trace

x. Pith

3. Name five plant characteristics used to identify trees.

4. Explain the benefits of mulching and how to properly apply it around trees and shrubs.

5. Describe the principles of water conservation and hydrozone planning.

6. The three main components of fertilizer are: nitrogen (N), phosphorus (P), and potassium (K). Explain why different ratios of these basic components would be required in different situations.

7. List five characteristics to consider when selecting trees from a tree nursery and for a planting site.

8. Interview a local certified arborist or tree expert about different planting techniques used in your area.

9. In the following diagram, use two different colors to identify which branches should be removed with “Thinning Cuts” or “Reduction Cuts,” and be able to explain the difference between each cut and when each cut should be used.

10. Name two types of tree support systems installed by arborists.

11. List the most common diseases, insect problems, and invasive species in your region. Categorize them by severity.

12. Understand the philosophy of Plant Health Care (PHC). Develop a PHC plan for a mature, high value tree in your area.

13. Practice filling out a commonly used Tree Risk Assessment Form for a mature tree with your instructor. As a service project, use your knowledge to fill out a form for a second tree at your school, church, or local park.

14. Research how trees can be injured or destroyed as the direct or indirect result of construction damage and present your findings to a group.

15. Give a presentation on the importance of Urban Forestry in your local rea or the nearest urban area in your region. Be creative.

16. Make a significant list of necessary Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for conducting the following types of work: Urban Forestry, Arboriculture.

17. Be able to identify three types of ropes and tie three knots used by tree care workers.

18. Discuss the spiritual application of John 15:2 considering what you have learned in this honor.