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Each field sample was taken using a 10 BAF (Basal Area Factor) <br />prism. The plots were placed randomly within the designated types. <br />The center of the plots were placed without including buildings <br />within the plot. Data recorded for each tree was species, DBH, <br />height or number of usable sawlogs (8 inches or larger on the small <br />end and 8 feet and longer) when applicable, and condition of the <br />tree based on condition class for Minnesota Shade Trees, see Table <br />IV. <br /> <br />METHODS <br /> <br />The purpose of this report is to provide the statistical data <br />regarding the tree population of the City of Ramsey. This is <br />necessary to identify specific tree disease problems and to <br />eliminate their potential impact. The use of aerial photography <br />was initially used to delineate cover types followed up with ground <br />checks. Stratified random sampling method was applied to the area. <br />The plots inventoried with the 10 BAF prism were translated into <br />stems per acre. This number was then used to estimate the total <br />stems of each condition class within each cover type. It was <br />assumed that the cover type areas are evenly distributed. <br />Residential openings within the various forest types were not <br />delineated out of the existing types-thus areas and numbers do not <br />reflect this modification. <br /> <br />Regeneration of each cover type was also recorded. <br />thirty sites were inventoried. <br /> <br />Sixteen of the <br /> <br />Kunde Co., Inc. - Consulting Foresters 3 <br /> <br /> <br />