I am thinking of changing my career to tree work. I am looking at about 4 years to sort myself out and gain the required qualifications (I currently have CS 30 & 31 and will be doing CS 38 & 39 in the summer) and some experience. I currently 'manage' some woodland to keep me firewood and ensure that new trees are planted, but it is very ad hoc. I will be offering some time when i can get away from work with local tree surgeons to gain some experience (any interest?).
My preference is to work in forestry, but understand that there isn't that much work near where i live, so am really planning to concentrate on tree surgery and fenching (domestic and agricultural).
I am asking for any advice from your experiences both practical and in terms of managing a small business.
Many thanks
Fen
