Our Staff

Owner/Arborist/Climber

Dan joined Northern Arborists in 2011 and is an ISA Certified Arborist (MN-4945A). He grew up with the family business and first climbed with rope and saddle at age 4!

Arborist/Climber

Ben joined Northern Arborists in 2015. His Love of the outdoors led to his passion for working with trees! 

Arborist/Climber

Doug joined Northern Arborists in 2008 and is an ISA Certified Arborist (#WI-1069A). He is also a skilled woodworker, mill operator, and artist!

Owner Emeritus

Established Northern Arborists in 1980 and graduated from the University of Minnesota with a BS in Forestry. Gary has achieved much as one of the first ISA Certified Arborists in the state (#MN 0113 AT),  and ISA Certified Tree Worker/Climber Specialist instructor.

Arborist/Climber/Tree Risk Assessor

Dan joined Northern Arborists in 2021 and is an ISA Certified Arborist and Qualified Tree Risk Assessor (#MN-4878A). He graduated from the University of Minnesota with a BS in Urban & Community Forestry.