TUFC Arboretum Recertification Application

Thank you for pursuing recertification of your arboretum!

Before proceeding with the application process, please review the Arboretum Program webpage to ensure you are prepared to submit all required application materials, including an up-to-date tree list, through this form.

Once your tree list and application materials are approved, we will be in touch to schedule your inspection during the months of May - September.

If you need to order new tree tags, we strongly encourage you to wait on our approval of your updated tree list before placing an order and installing them.

If you have any questions concerning the application or process, please don't hesitate to reach out. We are here to help!

info@tufc.com

615-970-9529
Arboretum Information
Region*
Arboretum Name*
Please enter the name exactly as you would like it to appear on your sign and on the website.
Arboretum Level*
Level 1 (30 distinct species); Level 2 (60); Level 3 (90); Level 4 (120)
First year certified at any level
If you know this information, please provide.
Last year certified
If you know this information, please provide.
Arboretum Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
Arboretum Phone Number (if applicable)

Area CodePhone Number
Arboretum Email (if applicable)
example@example.com
Arboretum Website (if applicable)
ex: https://jacobfrancisco.com/
Contact Information
Are you a TUFC Member*
Contact Name*

First NameLast Name
Contact Person's Phone Number*

Area CodePhone Number
Contact Person's Email*
example@example.com
Contact Person's Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
Arboretum Category
Property Type*

Public Park or GreenwayNeighborhoodBusinessUrban AreaAttraction (botanic garden, zoo, farm, etc...)Private ResidenceSchool / Educational CampusOther
Public Access:*

Open access to the publicEntry fee to accessBy appointment onlyOpen during select eventsOpen access to a private communityOther
Arboretum Amenities
Check All That Apply:

Restrooms AvailableADA CompliantParking lotPicnic Tables
Arboretum Narrative
Please upload a detailed narrative about the arboretum that includes the following:
- how it was started;
- mission & vision;
- governance structure and continuity plan;
- public access & educational outreach plan (including planned events);
- who will benefit from this space; and
- anything else that is unique about the story of your location.
Upload Narrative File*

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Upload Map (if required for your level of certification)

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Insert Map URL (if available online)
Upload brochure/informational material (if applicable)

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Arboretum Species
Indicate Total # of Distinct Tree Species *
Species, not the number of trees in the arboretum.
Approved Arboretum Tree List (Upload Excel File):*

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Photographs

Please submit up to 10 photos of your arboretum.
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Have your trees been labeled to match the approved tree list? *
Are you currently ready for your inspection? *
Please look over the inspection checklist on the website. https://tufc.com/programs/tree/arboreta/
Do you want to order additional signs? TUFC will bill this to you once signs are made.

Not at this timeYes, 1 extraYes, 2 extraYes, 3 extraOther
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Arboretum Species

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