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There are many ways to
Measure A Tree

Foresters measure trees at chest height  or - 4 ½ ft. above the ground.                  
                    
                          Quick and easy ways to:

To measure a tree’s circumference. Measure with a household tape and convert inches to Diameter at breast height (DBH). To do this, measure the circumference and divide by pi (3.1416). Measure the tree at 4 1/2 feet (DBH) above the ground.

Measure the height of the tree. With a yardstick, pace 50 ft. on a parallel plane. Hold the stick 25 inches out parallel to the tree. Every inch represents 2 ft. of height.

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How To Measure DBH On Abnormal Trees

Using a Tree Diameter Tape

Illustration From: Whitetail Stewards




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