The required information to nominate a tree is the following:
Note: The online form contains additional information that is helpful if completed. However, to keep the nomination process as simple as possible, only the above information is required.
To qualify as a champion, the tree must have a single stem or trunk at least 4 1/2 feet above the ground and total height of at least 15 feet. The rule for the circumference or girth at 4 1/2 feet was established to avoid any abnormal base swell of the trunk at the ground line. In multiple stem trees, only the largest single stem shall be measured.
To evaluate the relative size of a tree, the girth in inches and the height and crown spread in feet are added together to arrive at a number of points for each tree. This number is then used for comparison of tree sizes in each species. This system of measuring gives the trunk, the most important part of the tree, much better weight by giving the girth in inches. If you know the height and crown spread, you can also enter this information when nominating the tree. If not, the representative from the forestry board will take these measurements during the verification process.
The formula is:
Total Points = Circumference(inches) +Height(feet) + 25% of the average crown spread (feet).