Inspector Awards

Every year, it is an honor to recognize the Tree Farm Inspectors who complete inspections as well as go above and beyond the norm in being involved in committees or completing presentations, tours, and workshops.

2020 Inspector of the Year

Inspector of the Year, Alan Calfee. Congratulations Alan!

2019 Inspector of the Year

Inspector of the Year, Ryan Kilborn, with Rick Bizzozero. Congratulations Ryan!

2018 Inspector of the Year

Inspector of the Year Jayson Benoit. Congratulations Jayson!


2017 Inspector of the Year

Inspector of the Year Kyle Mason with Kathy Beland, tree farm inspector. Congratulations Kyle!

2016 Inspector of the Year

Inspector of the Year Steve Handfield with Kathy Beland, tree farm inspector. Congratulations Steve!

2015 Inspector of the Year

Inspector of the Year Jared Nunnery. Congratulations Jared!


2014 Inspector of the Year and 2015 National Outstanding Inspector of the Year

Inspector of the Year and National Outstanding Inspector of the Year Paul Harwood. Congratulations Paul!

American Tree Farm System Honors Paul Harwood as 2015 National Outstanding Inspector of the Year

February 19, 2015
WASHINGTON, D.C. – The American Tree Farm System® (ATFS) is
pleased to recognize Paul Harwood (shown in picture on right) of Tunbridge, Vermont as the 2015 National Outstanding Inspector of the Year. Harwood was selected from among four regional winners for his exceptional on-the-ground work with family forest owners in Vermont and continued commitment the American Tree Farm System.


2013 Inspector of the Year and 2014 National Outstanding Inspector of the Year

National Outstanding Inspector of the Year Kathy Beland. Congratulations Kathy!