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  1. DMc

    Clinometer, measuring tool for tree heights. Suggestions?

    Sean, things like that need to be considered and taken into account if applicable. In a large tree that is stable in the soil the lower trunk should move very little even in a wind storm and it will return to its original position if things are still good afterwards. A tree that has been...
  2. DMc

    Clinometer, measuring tool for tree heights. Suggestions?

    A clinometer or a laser rangefinder could detect movement from a fixed location if you had a base measurement to compare with. But I would think that with that much movement failure would be eminent. Setting a hard point, like a small eye screw, that you can hang a plum bob from, can detect...
  3. DMc

    Clinometer, measuring tool for tree heights. Suggestions?

    There are still laser clinometers out there that cost that much but they don't do a better job. With the Forestry Pro I can range and get the accurate heights of any tree within 1000', all while standing in the same spot. It is a great tool if you are doing tree inventories. Sean, if you...
  4. DMc

    Clinometer, measuring tool for tree heights. Suggestions?

    Yeah, it has spoiled me, Burnham.
  5. DMc

    Clinometer, measuring tool for tree heights. Suggestions?

    http://www.nikon.com/products/sportoptics/lineup/laser/forestrypro/index.htm I use the Nikon Forestry Pro. It is the least expensive one that I have found that still works well.
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