Hard Skills
AdvancedGeographic Information Systems (GIS)The ability to use software tools to capture, manage, analyze, and display geographically referenced information for forest mapping and harvest planning.
IntermediateForest Inventory and MensurationThe process of measuring tree attributes such as species, diameter at breast height (DBH), height, and health to estimate timber volume and quality.
IntermediateSilviculture Prescription DevelopmentFormulating specific treatments for forest stands, including planting, thinning, and harvesting, to achieve desired future forest conditions.
IntermediateRegulatory Compliance and PermittingUnderstanding and applying federal, state, and local forestry laws, including environmental protection acts and water quality regulations.
IntermediateGPS and Navigation SkillsProficiency in using Global Positioning Systems and traditional compasses/maps to navigate remote terrain and mark boundaries.
IntermediateWildfire Risk AssessmentEvaluating fuel loads and environmental conditions to identify and mitigate potential fire hazards within a forest plan.