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SUMMARY:SAVE THE DATE - TCI Expo 2026
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URL:https://www.waa-isa.org/tribe-events/save-the-date-tci-expo-2026/
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SUMMARY:2026 International Tree Climbing Championship
DESCRIPTION:The International Tree Climbing Championship (ITCC) provides a competitive but educational opportunity for working arborists around the globe to demonstrate and exchange new climbing techniques and equipment\, as well as safe work practices. The ITCC also increases the interaction between ISA chapters and Associate Organizations and members\, and provides positive public exposure for the profession in that region of the world.
URL:https://www.waa-isa.org/tribe-events/2026-international-tree-climbing-championship/
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SUMMARY:WAA Kids' Climb 2026
DESCRIPTION:Racine – River Bend Nature Center – 3600 North Green Bay Road\, Racine WI 53404  \n\nThis year the Milwaukee Area Kids Climb Task force is holding 3 kids climbs.    \n \n\nPort Washington Veterans Park on Saturday\, May 2nd.  This is part of their annual park clean up event. \nFox Point Village Hall on Saturday\, June 13th.  This is part of the Village’s 100th anniversary celebration.\nRiver Bend Nature Center on Sunday Oct. 4th.  This is part of the annual Chainsaw Carving and Art Festival.\n\n \nWe are seeking volunteers to help out with these events.  Each event needs the following: \n\n\nTree climbers to help kids in the trees\nPeople on the ground belaying the kids up the trees\nA couple logistical people  to outfit helmets and saddles and sign waiver forms. \n\nPlease use this link to view times for each event and to sign up:   https://www.signupgenius.com/go/5080B45A9A72EA7FA7-63327718-2026\n\n \nWe can use all the volunteers we can get.  This is great way to get active in the WAA\, even if you are not a tree climber. \n \nAny questions: contact August Hoppe  august@hoppetreeservice.com or 414-640-8714   \n\n \n 
URL:https://www.waa-isa.org/tribe-events/waa-kids-climb-2026-3/
LOCATION:Racine- Riverbend Nature Center\, 3600 North Green Bay Road\, Racine WI 53404\, Racine\, Wisconsin\, 53404\, United States
CATEGORIES:WAA Events
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SUMMARY:SAVE THE DATE: September 30\, 2026 - WAA FALL SEMINAR
DESCRIPTION:Location: West Bend Insurance Company Prairie Center\, West Bend WI \n\n\n\nMore information and registration will be forthcoming!
URL:https://www.waa-isa.org/tribe-events/save-the-date-september-30-2026-waa-fall-seminar/
LOCATION:West Bend Mutual Insurance Company\, 1900 S. 18th Ave\, West Bend\, Wisconsin\, 53095\, United States
CATEGORIES:WAA Events
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SUMMARY:Save the Date: 2026 WAA Tree Climbing Championship - September 18-20\, 2026
DESCRIPTION:Location: Legion Park\, 1212 Charles St.\, De Pere\, WI 54115 \n\n\n\nClimbers from around WI compete to see who is the best of the best. The best man and best woman climbers will be sent to compete in the ITCC. More information to come.
URL:https://www.waa-isa.org/tribe-events/save-the-date-2026-waa-tree-climbing-championship/
LOCATION:Legion Park\, 1212 Charles Street\, De Pere\, Wisconsin\, 54115
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SUMMARY:SAVE THE DATE: Friday\, August 21st - 2026 Golf Outing
DESCRIPTION:The Broadlands Golf Club\, North Prairie\, WI. \n\n\n\nMore information and registration will be forthcoming!
URL:https://www.waa-isa.org/tribe-events/save-the-date-friday-august-21st-2026-golf-outing/
LOCATION:Broadlands Golf Club\, 18 Augusta Way\, North Prairie\, 53153
CATEGORIES:WAA Events
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SUMMARY:WAA 6th Annual Golf Outing
DESCRIPTION:Donations made by: Goodmark Nurseries. THANK YOU VERY MUCH! \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\nWe are working with GOLF STATUS again this year to help run our golf outing.\n\n\n\nRegistration\, sponsorships\, raffle tickets and wristbands can be purchased at this link.\n\n\n\nRaffle tickets and wristbands can be purchased on site also.\n\n\n\n\nWhere: \n\n\n\n\nBroadlands Golf Club (18 Augusta Way\, North Prairie\, WI 53153)\n\n\n\n\nWhen: \n\n\n\n\nFriday\, August 21st\n\n\n\nShotgun Start: 8 am \n\n\n\nCheck In Begins at 7 am\n\n\n\n\nGolf Outing Package – $540/foursome includes (individuals welcome at $135 each): \n\n\n\n\n18 Holes\n\n\n\nFoursome Greens Fees & Cart\n\n\n\nMeals (Breakfast and Lunch) \n\n\n\n2 drink tickets per golfer\n\n\n\nSwag Bags\n\n\n\n\nSponsorships (sponsorship forms available here to pay by check) Form link \n\n\n\n\nSPONSORSHIPS AVAILABLE THIS YEAR! See GOLF STATUS website for details/ to pay by credit card.\n\nEvent Sponsor – $1000\n\n\n\nHole-in-One Sponsor – $1000\n\n\n\nFlag Sponsor – $1000\n\n\n\n\n\nHole Event Sponsors (Hole event sponsor also gets hole sponsorship)\n\n$250/hole event (6 3 available)\n\nClosest to the pin (par 3) (2  0 available on separate holes) SOLD!\n\n\n\nLong Drive Men \n\n\n\nLong Drive Women\n\n\n\nClosest to the pin in 2\n\n\n\nLong putt SOLD!\n\n\n\n\n\n$25 for all hole events – Prizes will be given out!\n\n\n\n\n\nHole Sponsors – $200/hole (12 11 available) – 1 SOLD\n\n\n\nMeal Sponsor -$500 (2 available)\n\n\n\nBeer Cart Sponsor -$500 (2  1 available) – 1 SOLD\n\n\n\n\nRaffle Ticket Sales – proceeds go towards Student Scholarships \n\n\n\nRegistration Deadline for Teams – August 14\, 2026 \n\n\n\nRegistration Deadline for Sponsorships – August 7\, 2026 \n\n\n\nRaffle Prizes and Donations are Still Needed!  We will accept these up until the event. \n\n\n\nREAD REGISTRATION DISCLAIMER CAREFULLY BEFORE REGISTERING\n\n\n\nThere will be no refunds for cancellations made within 14 days of the event\, although substitutions may be permitted.  Refunds will only be considered in emergency situations at the Wisconsin Arborist Association’s discretion.  Refunds will not be provided for registrants who do not attend the event. \n\n\n\nNotice of cancellation and/or substitutions must be made via email to Tina Johnson or by calling Tina Johnson at 262-899-0060.  A cancellation acknowledgement will be sent within 3 working days and fees refunded within 10 working days\, subject to this Return Policy.  We do not issue refunds once the event has occurred.
URL:https://www.waa-isa.org/tribe-events/waa-6th-annual-golf-outing/
LOCATION:Broadlands Golf Club\, 18 Augusta Way\, North Prairie\, 53153
CATEGORIES:WAA Events
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SUMMARY:ISA Annual International Conference - Detroit\, Michigan
DESCRIPTION:ISA 2026 Annual International Conference in Detroit\, Michigan\, US \n\n\n\nJoin us for the ISA 2026 Annual International Conference in Detroit\, Michigan\, U.S.\, 10-12 August 2026! Known as the birthplace of the Model T and the Motown sound\, Detroit boasts unique architecture\, historic green spaces\, and a vibrant\, revitalized downtown. Experience the energy of Detroit while expanding your knowledge and network at this year’s conference.   \n\n\n\nThe Annual International Conference provides a forum for participants to learn and network with others in the arboricultural field. Attendees will enjoy a lineup of keynote speakers and educational breakout sessions led by industry leaders from around the globe\, who will share their insights on research\, practice\, and technology.  
URL:https://www.waa-isa.org/tribe-events/save-the-date-august-10-12-2026-isa-annual-international-conference-detroit-michigan/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260721T120000
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CREATED:20260331T121207Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T121209Z
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SUMMARY:TREE Fund Webinars
DESCRIPTION:Efficacy of Aphidoletes aphidimyza predator releases to control aphid populations on linden street trees \n\n\n\nTuesday July 21 @ 12:00pm CST \n\n\n\nThomas Whitney\, PhD will present their 2023 John Z. Duling Grant Program titled\, “Efficacy of Aphidoletes aphidimyza predator releases to control aphid populations on linden street trees” \n\n\n\nRegistration not yet open for more information visit:
URL:https://www.waa-isa.org/tribe-events/tree-fund-webinars-8/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260714T073000
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SUMMARY:WAA 2026 Summer Conference
DESCRIPTION:Spanferkel with a Smorgasbord of Arboricultural Knowledge\n\n\n\nJoin us for the WAA Summer Conference and PIG ROAST at the Community Center at Klipstine Park in Ashwaubenon on Tuesday\, July 14th. Hope you can make it to this extraordinary educational event! \n\n\n\nClick the links below for presentation descriptions and speaker bios. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nOn-line Registration Deadline: Wednesday\, July 8\, 2026. \n\n\n\nRegistration Fees\, if sent before July 1\, 2026: \n\n\n\n\n\n\nMembers – $140 / Non-Members – $160\n\n\n\nFull-Time Students     – FREE \n\n\n\nWAA Retiree              – If you have been a WAA member for at least the last 10 years and are retired\, please contact Tina Johnson for pricing and payment.\n\n\n\n\nLate Registration (after June 30th) – $30 per person (Prices change on 7/1/2026) \n\n\n\n\n\n\nWAA Member Dues/ Renewal: $50. Click here to renew or become a WAA member.(Membership is on an individual basis\, not per company. Please pay the correct pricing – per individual!)\n\n\n\nFor more details about the program and to pay by check\, please print off this BROCHURE.\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nSponsorship Information\n\n\n\n\nAll sponsorships have sold! Please contact Nathan Schuettpelz\, Sponsorship Chair\, through the Contact Us page for more details.\n\n\n\n\nExhibitor Information\n\n\n\n\nOutdoor Exhibitor booth space is available for the event. Please bring your own pop-up tents and tables/chairs to use. Please contact Eric Romsos\, Exhibitor Chair\, through the Contact Us page for more details.\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nProgram\n\n\n\n7:30am – 8:15am   Registration \n\n\n\n8:15am – 8:30am Welcome – Kyle Babicky\, WAA President \n\n\n\nTrack One – Concurrent Indoor Sessions \n\n\n\n8:30am – 9:25am   Wood Decay Biology and ID – Chelsi Abbott \n\n\n\n9:30am – 10:25am Plant Problems to Watch For in 2026 – Brian Hudelson \n\n\n\n10:30am – 11:00am Morning Break with Vendors \n\n\n\n11:00am – 12:00pm    Measuring and Modeling the Effects of Urban Canopy on Cooling and Water Budgets – Robert Smail \n\n\n\n12:00pm – 1:00pm  Lunch \n\n\n\n1:00pm – 1:55pm    Wisconsin Grants are Great!? – Nathan Schuettpelz\, Jessica Duffrin \n\n\n\n2:00pm – 2:55pm  Wood Decay Biology and ID – Chelsi Abbott \n\n\n\n3:00pm – 4:00pm    Plant Problems to Watch For in 2026 – Brian Hudelson \n\n\n\nTrack Two – Concurrent Outdoor Sessions \n\n\n\n8:30am – 9:25am   Electrical Hazards: What You Don’t Know Can Zap You! – John Ball \n\n\n\n9:30am – 10:25am Treating the multi-faceted decline of Eastern U.S. oaks with tree injection practices – Lee Fredericks \n\n\n\n10:30am – 11:00am   Morning Break with Vendors \n\n\n\n11:00am – 11:55pm   Tree Climbing Ergonomics for a Long Career – Mike Wendt \n\n\n\n12:00pm – 1:00pm  Lunch \n\n\n\n1:00pm – 1:55pm   Electrical Hazards: What You Don’t Know Can Zap You! – John Ball \n\n\n\n2:00pm – 2:55pm  Treating the multi-faceted decline of Eastern U.S. oaks with tree injection practices – Lee Fredericks \n\n\n\n3:00-4:00pm  Tree Climbing Ergonomics for a Long Career – Mike Wendt \n\n\n\nOutdoor Demonstrations \n\n\n\n11:00am & 1:00pm   Staying Sharp – Tool Sharpening: Felcos\, Chainsaws\, Pole saws – Paul Ahlen \n\n\n\n\nUp to six CEUs are possible if you attend the full seminar.\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nCancellation and Refund Policy\n\n\n\n\nRefunds will be made if requested on or before June 30\, 2026 with a $30 processing fee.\n\n\n\nThere will be no refunds for cancellations made after June 30th\, although substitutions may be permitted.  Refunds will only be considered in emergency situations at the Wisconsin Arborist Association’s discretion.  Refunds will not be provided for registrants who do not attend the event.\n\n\n\nNotice of cancellation and/or substitutions must be made by contacting Tina Johnson through the Contact Us page on our website or by calling Tina Johnson at 262-899-0060.  A cancellation acknowledgement will be sent within 3 working days and fees refunded within 10 working days\, subject to this Return Policy.  We do not issue refunds once the event has occurred.\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nQuestions or Need Help Registering?\n\n\n\n\nContact Tina Johnson through the Contact Us page on our website.
URL:https://www.waa-isa.org/tribe-events/waa-2026-summer-conference/
CATEGORIES:WAA Events
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SUMMARY:WAA Kids' Climb 2026
DESCRIPTION:Fox Point Village Hall\, 7200 N. Santa Monica Blvd\, Fox Point\, WI 53217 \n \nThis year the Milwaukee Area Kids Climb Task force is holding 3 kids climbs:\n \n\nPort Washington Veterans Park on Saturday\, May 2nd.  This is part of their annual park clean up event.\nFox Point Village Hall on Saturday\, June 13th.  This is part of the Village’s 100th anniversary celebration. \nRiver Bend Nature Center on Sunday Oct. 4th.  This is part of the annual Chainsaw Carving and Art Festival.  \n\n \nWe are seeking volunteers to help out with these events.  Each event needs the following: \n\n\nTree climbers to help kids in the trees\nPeople on the ground belaying the kids up the trees\nA couple logistical people  to outfit helmets and saddles and sign waiver forms. \n\nPlease use this link to view times for each event and to sign up:   https://www.signupgenius.com/go/5080B45A9A72EA7FA7-63327718-2026\n\n \nWe can use all the volunteers we can get.  This is great way to get active in the WAA\, even if you are not a tree climber. \n \nAny questions: contact August Hoppe  august@hoppetreeservice.com or 414-640-8714   \n \n 
URL:https://www.waa-isa.org/tribe-events/waa-kids-climb-2026-2/
LOCATION:Fox Point Village Hall\, 7200 N. Santa Monica Blvd.\, Fox Point\, Wisconsin\, 53217\, United States
CATEGORIES:WAA Events
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SUMMARY:Fruit Tree Care Course + Growing Urban Orchards by Susan Poizner
DESCRIPTION:This is a fully self-paced course\, so you can move through the material on your own schedule. Watch videos\, revisit lessons\, and follow along with your trees as the seasons change. You’ll have access to the course for 2026\, giving you time to absorb the material and put it into practice. \n\n\n\nWhen you complete all five modules\, you’ll receive a Certificate in Fruit Tree Care to recognize your learning. \n\n\n\nWhether you’re caring for a single backyard apple tree or a small neighborhood orchard\, fruit tree care is both a skill and a relationship. The Certificate in Fruit Tree Care is a self-paced online course designed to help you understand your trees\, respond to their needs\, and care for them confidently through every season. \n\n\n\nBuilt by Susan Poizner of Orchard People and hosted by The Giving Grove\, the course pairs practical instruction with thoughtful observation\, so you can grow healthier fruit trees and stronger connections to the land. \n\n\n\nFruit Tree Care Course + Growing Urban Orchards by Susan Poizner \n\n\n\n$50.00 \n\n\n\nFor more information and to sign up visit the link below:
URL:https://www.waa-isa.org/tribe-events/fruit-tree-care-course-growing-urban-orchards-by-susan-poizner/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260516T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260516T150000
DTSTAMP:20260605T040712
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SUMMARY:WAA Kids' Climb
DESCRIPTION:Kiwanis Youth Outdoors Day at Kiwanis Lodge on Lake Wazeecha – 3221 80th St S\, Wisconsin Rapids\, WI 54494 \nBring your family\, children and neighbors for this Kids’ Climb event! \nVOLUNTEERS NEEDED\n \nTo make these events successful we need help. \n \n We are looking for volunteers to help. There are many ways to get involved such as collecting waiver forms\, fitting saddles and helmets on kids\, belaying climbers or being an arborist in the tree. We have some new hardware and gear to use this year! We’d love to have a great showing of WAA volunteers to help support our mission. \n \nTo volunteer or questions please contact Luke Haas:  lukehaas13@gmail.com\n \n 
URL:https://www.waa-isa.org/tribe-events/waa-kids-climb-14/
CATEGORIES:WAA Events
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SUMMARY:North American Tree Climbing Championship (NATCC)
DESCRIPTION:The 2026 North American Tree Climbing Championship (NATCC) will be a site to remember\, thanks to The Davey Tree Expert Company’s new SEED Campus.The International Society of Arboriculture (ISA) is excited to partner with the Ohio Chapter ISA and The Davey Tree Expert Company for the upcoming NATCC on May 15 -17\, 2026. The Davey Tree SEED (Science\, Employee Education and Development) Campus is nearly 200 acres dedicated to specialized training and research facilities. At this state-of-the-art facility\, the NATCC will highlight arborists’ climbing prowess\, innovative techniques\, safety practices and cutting-edge equipment.
URL:https://www.waa-isa.org/tribe-events/north-american-tree-climbing-championship-natcc/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260509T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260509T160000
DTSTAMP:20260605T040712
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260504T233928Z
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SUMMARY:2026 WAA Day of Service (Postponed)
DESCRIPTION:**WAA May 9th Day of Service Rescheduled**Due to scheduling conflicts\, the WAA Day of Service at Rosholt Lions Camp will be re-scheduled to a date to be determined in fall.If any members are interested\, there will still be a group of students performing work at the Lions Camp this Friday (May 8) as part of their Arborist Operations Class.We will keep everyone posted on the new date when finalized\, and we look forward to seeing you this fall! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVOLUNTEERS NEEDED! Click here for sign-up genius \n\n\n\nWe are hosting the first 2026 Day of Service at the WI Lion’s Camp. The site address is 3834 County Rd A\, Rosholt\, WI 54473. The event is scheduled for Saturday\, May 9th. \n\n\n\nThe Lion’s Camp in Rosholt\, WI is a 440 acre property that includes a 45 acre private lake to provide quality camp experiences for Wisconsin youth and adults with disabilities at no charge. The Wisconsin Arborist Association had a successful work day in April of 2017 but since then there have been some severe weather events on the grounds that caused damage. The camp is in need of various forms of tree care ranging from pruning to removals. Some of the work needed is over the camp cabins and recreation center as well as removing hazards from the site. It would be beneficial to have bucket trucks and chippers. The larger wood can be used at the camp fire pit and chips can be used on the trails so debris will not need to be hauled off site. \n\n\n\nOur work day will start at 8am. All volunteers bringing heavy equipment such as bucket trucks\, chip trucks\, and lifts\, please bring proper cones and signage to set up a safe work area. We plan to begin work around the main cabins and buildings before moving to the golf area to remove dead ash and other trees. This scope is dependent on the final number of participants.Lunch and refreshments will be provided by the Lion’s Camp. Students from a number of urban forestry programs will be doing some work the Friday before\, and some will be in attendance on Saturday.  This will be a great opportunity to mentor\, teach and advertise to the new generation of arborists! \n\n\n\nSafety: Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is required for everyone entering the work zones\, including camp staff.Please contact Tina Johnson with any questions.  If you plan on attending\, please use the signup genius to let us know how many people are attending and what kind of equipment you can volunteer for the day by May 5th so we can plan accordingly.
URL:https://www.waa-isa.org/tribe-events/2026-waa-day-of-service/
LOCATION:Wisconsin Lion’s Camp\, 3834 County Rd A\, Rosholt\, Wisconsin\, 54473
CATEGORIES:WAA Events
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SUMMARY:Urban Forestry Today Webinar: "Urban Forests & the Digital Era - Environmental Analysis Tools for Practitioners" ​
DESCRIPTION:​UFTs 2-hr ‘Spring Tree Summit’ @ 11:00 AM (Central) Returns\, May 07\, 2026 \n\n\n\n“Urban Forests & the Digital Era – Environmental Analysis Tools for Practitioners” ​with Sean Mullen\, Regreen Springfield & Corrine Basset\, PhD\, USDA Forest Service ​Education and awareness can help inform decision-making and resource allocation in urban forest management. Join Sean Mullen\, ReGreen Springfield & Dr. Corey Basset\, USDA Forest Service\, as they discuss freely-available tools like ‘Tree Canopy’\, ‘Tree Equity Score’\, and ‘i-Tree’ that promote an essential understanding of the key benefits of urban trees. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nTo join this event on 5/07/26 from 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM (Central) and pay the $25 USD pre-registration fee\, click here or visit http://tinyurl.com/SpringTreeSummit \n\n\n\nAttendees will have the opportunity to receive 2 ISA CEUsQuestions? Email: RD@UMass.edu \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n​​
URL:https://www.waa-isa.org/tribe-events/urban-forestry-today-webinar-urban-forests-the-digital-era-environmental-analysis-tools-for-practitioners/
CATEGORIES:Green Industry Events
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SUMMARY:WAA Kids' Climb 2026
DESCRIPTION:Veterans Memorial Park\, 410 North Lake Street\, Port Washington\, WI 53074 \n \nThis year the Milwaukee Area Kids Climb Task force is holding 3 kids climbs:\n \n\nPort Washington Veterans Park on Sat May 2nd.  This is part of their annual park clean up event.\nFox Point Village Hall on Sat June 13th.  This is part of the Village’s 100th anniversary celebration. \nRiver Bend Nature Center on Sunday Oct. 4th.  This is part of the annual Chainsaw Carving and Art Festival.  \n\n \nWe are seeking volunteers to help out with these events.  Each event needs the following: \n\n\nTree climbers to help kids in the trees\nPeople on the ground belaying the kids up the trees\nA couple logistical people  to outfit helmets and saddles and sign waiver forms. \n\nPlease use this link to view times for each event and to sign up:   https://www.signupgenius.com/go/5080B45A9A72EA7FA7-63327718-2026\n\n \nWe can use all the volunteers we can get.  This is great way to get active in the WAA\, even if you are not a tree climber. \n \nAny questions: contact August Hoppe  august@hoppetreeservice.com or 414-640-8714   \n \n 
URL:https://www.waa-isa.org/tribe-events/waa-kids-climb-2026/
LOCATION:Veteran’s Memorial Park\, 410 N. Lake St.\, Port Washington\, Wisconsin\, 53074
CATEGORIES:WAA Events
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SUMMARY:WAA Student/Apprentice Conference - April 24-26\, 2026
DESCRIPTION:Registration – Now closed \n\n\n\nRegistration Deadline: Wed. April 22 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIncludes educational sessions\, connections between students and industry professionals\, and a fun skills competition between students. \n\n\n\nHousing for the 2 nights is included. Bring your own bedding\, (sleeping bag and pillow) \n\n\n\nPlease eat dinner before you come on Friday. Meals will be provided Saturday\, along with breakfast on Sunday.   \n\n\n\nBring your own gear and PPE.  House gear will also be provided. \n\n\n\nHope you can make it! \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nConference Agenda \n\n\n\n\nFriday\, April 24th \n\n\n\n\n5:00pm-7:00pm     Registration\n\n\n\n7:00pm- 7:30pm    Welcome program\n\n\n\n7:30pm-8:30pm     Speaker: Sydney Hudzinski – Gear Wants vs. Needs\n\n\n\n8:30pm-10:00pm   Networking\n\n\n\n10:00pm-6:00am   Quiet hours\n\n\n\n\nSaturday\, April 25th \n\n\n\n\n7:00am-8:00am      Networking\n\n\n\n8:00am-8:45am      Breakfast and Speaker: Sam Finco – Lanyard Tips and Tricks\n\n\n\n8:45am -9:00am Safety Brief to students – Shelly Wollerman\n\n\n\n8:45am- 9:00am Skills challenge Volunteer meeting/Safety Brief\n\n\n\n9:00am-10:00am Skills challenge walk-through\n\n\n\n10:00am-12:00pm  Skills challenge\n\n\n\n12:00pm-1:00pm    Lunch and Speaker: Tim Walsh – Careers and Resumes\n\n\n\n1:00pm-5:30pm      Skills challenge continues/ Free time when done\n\n\n\n5:30pm-6:30pm Dinner Speaker: Dr. Richard Hauer – Choose Your Own Tree Adventure\n\n\n\n6:30pm-10:00pm    Light up the Future Event\n\n\n\n11:00pm-7:00am    Quiet hours\n\n\n\n\nSunday April 26th \n\n\n\n\n8:00am-9:00am Breakfast & Speaker: Shelly Wollerman – Focus on Safety\n\n\n\n9:00am-10:00am     Awards and closing statements\n\n\n\n10:00am-11:00am   Check out of lodge by 11am\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout the Speakers \n\n\n\n\nSam Finco – Sam Finco is a practicing arborist\, Board Certified Master Arborist\, and 9th place finisher in the 2025 International Tree Climbing Championship.\n\n\n\nRichard Hauer – Richard Hauer is the Director of Urban Forestry at Eocene Environmental Group and an Emeritus Professor of Urban Forestry at the University of Wisconsin – Stevens Point. He was honored as the 2023 Alex L. Shigo Award for Excellence in Education and the 2018 & 2024 L.C. Chadwick Award for Arboricultural Research. He has published over 200 publications and presented over 500 talks throughout the world.\n\n\n\nSydney Hudzinski – Sydney Hudzinski started in the industry in 2019. She spent her first year working on obtaining her credentials. She recognized a gap in onboarding and mentoring in the industry. She has always been passionate about paving a better way for the next generation\, so she started training and mentoring. She now works for the City of Plymouth. She stays active in the industry by going to multiple climbing competitions a year\, volunteering with the MSA\, and instructing at The Women’s Tree Climbing Workshop.\n\n\n\nTim Walsh – Tim Walsh is the VP of Safety & Training at Townsend Company\, LLC.  Tim has a Doctorate in ergonomics and safety and has a Master’s degree in ergonomics. He has Master’s and Bachelor’s degrees in Urban Forestry from UWSP.  Tim is a Certified Treecare Safety Professional\, an ISA Certified Arborist and Certified Tree Worker Climber Specialist. He was a voting member of the 2022 revision of the ANSI Z133 and has been involved with the Accredited Standards Committee Z133 for several revisions. He serves on the Utility Arborist Association (UAA) Board of Directors and is the Champion for UAA Safety Committee and has served as the chair of the UAA Professional Development Committee.  Tim has also been a climbing arborist for more than 35 years\, has owned his own business\, worked as a contract climber and worked with companies around the world.\n\n\n\nShelly Wollerman – Shelly Wollerman has 10 years experience in production tree care\, 3 years experience as a trainer\, and is the Owner/Operator of Soteria Training Solutions.  She is a Licensed Wilderness EMT.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVolunteers Needed \n\n\n\n\nWe are looking for a few more volunteers!  \n\n\n\nInterested? Please email WAA Student Organization Liaison\, Audrey Earle.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSponsors Needed \n\n\n\n\nSkills Events\, Connections Corner\, Snack Break\, and T-Shirt sponsors still needed!\n\n\n\nCheck out the 2026 WAA Sponsor Program itemized sponsor list for details.\n\n\n\nInterested or have questions? Please email our Sponsorship Chair\, Nathan Schuettpelz.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCamp Whitcomb/Mason\, Hartland
URL:https://www.waa-isa.org/tribe-events/waa-student-apprentice-conference-april-24-26-2026/
LOCATION:Camp Whitcomb/Mason\, W294N8436 Camp Whitcomb Rd\, Hartland\, Wisconsin\, 53029\, United States
CATEGORIES:WAA Events
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SUMMARY:Rocky Mountain Chapter Webinar Event
DESCRIPTION:Building Resilient Urban Forests: Preparing Trees for Heat\, Drought & Severe Weather \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nApril 24\, 2026  \n\n\n\nLocation: Zoom Online Webinar\, Casper\, WY\, UNITED STATES \n\n\n\nOrganizer: Learn Trees  \n\n\n\nSponsor: Rocky Mountain Chapter ISA \n\n\n\nCost: $97 \n\n\n\nDescription: Urban trees face mounting stress from hotter summers\, extended dry periods\, and increasingly intense storm events. This course equips arborists with practical\, science-based strategies to improve resilience before these challenges peak. Participants will learn how to strengthen tree defenses through spring interventions such as soil and water management\, canopy care\, and proactive planting decisions. Broader resilience tools—including species diversification\, improved planting systems\, and site design innovations—will also be addressed. The course highlights how both municipal forestry programs and private tree care companies play critical roles in preparing urban forests for environmental stress\, focusing on applied arboriculture and measurable outcomes without political framing. \n\n\n\n\nISA CEU Categories Requested\n\n\n\n3.5 – ISA Certified Arborist\n\n\n\n3.5 – ISA BCMA – Science\n\n\n\n3.5 – ISA Practice\n\n\n\n3.5 – ISA Management\n\n\n\n3.5 – ISA Urban Forest Professional\n\n\n\n\nFor more information and to register visit the event link below:
URL:https://www.waa-isa.org/tribe-events/rocky-mountain-chapter-webinar-event/
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SUMMARY:2026 PDDC Plant Disease Talks
DESCRIPTION:For information about all the PDDC talks visit this link: Plant disease talks \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nPlant Disease Management by Design:Preventing Plant Disease Problems During the Landscape Design Process\n\n\n\nDate:  April 22\, 2026Time:  6:30 – 8:30 pm\n\n\n\nDescription\n\n\n\nLearn about common diseases in landscape settings and strategies in site evaluation\, plant selection\, plant installation\, and post-installation maintenance that will help you design and establish landscapes that will have long-term sustainability. \n\n\n\nRegister for this talk \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nThe Science (and Art) of Plant Disease Diagnosis \n\n\n\nDate:  May 27\, 2026Time:  6:30 – 8:30 pm\n\n\n\nDescription\n\n\n\nLearn about the fascinating and complex process involved in identifying plant diseases.  Learn about how to visually assess for plant disease symptoms\, as well as about the range of lab tests that are often needed to confirm the identity of plant diseases. \n\n\n\nRegister for this talk \n\n\n\nPlant Diseases in History\n\n\n\nDate:  June 24\, 2026Time:  6:30 – 8:30 pm\n\n\n\nDescription\n\n\n\nLearn about how plant diseases have impacted human history and how plant diseases continue to be important in our daily lives and in pop culture. \n\n\n\nRegister for this talk \n\n\n\nEvil Twins:  Plant Disease Look-Alikes\n\n\n\nDate:  July 22\, 2026Time:  6:30 – 8:30 pm\n\n\n\nDescription\n\n\n\nLearn about common diseases that have similar symptoms and can be misidentified\, but may have very different management strategies. \n\n\n\nRegister for this talk \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nHosta Diseases\n\n\n\nDate:  August 26\, 2026Time:  6:30 – 8:30 pm\n\n\n\nDescription\n\n\n\nLearn about common diseases of hostas.  This presentation will include information on how to identify these diseases\, as well as information on how to manage them. \n\n\n\nRegister for this talk \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nGrowing Healthy Plants:  Basics in Plant Disease Management\n\n\n\nDate:  September 23\, 2026Time:  6:30 – 8:30 pm\n\n\n\nDescription\n\n\n\nLearn about common methods for disease control\, their pros and cons\, and how you can adapt these techniques for use in your own home garden. \n\n\n\nRegister for this talk \n\n\n\nOrchid Diseases\n\n\n\nDate:  October 28\, 2026Time:  6:30 – 8:30 pm\n\n\n\nDescription\n\n\n\nLearn about common diseases of orchids.  This presentation will include information on how to identify these diseases\, as well as information on how to manage them. \n\n\n\nRegister for this talk \n\n\n\nConfessions of a Black Thumb:  Plants That I Have Killed (or at Least Seriously Maimed)\n\n\n\nDate:  November 18\, 2026Time:  6:30 – 8:30 pm\n\n\n\nDescription\n\n\n\nLearn about the favorite plants of Brian Hudelson (aka Dr. Death) and his epic failures in attempting to grow these plants in his home garden\, either through his encouragement of plant diseases\, his insistence on practicing “Darwinian gardening” or through his sheer gardening stupidity.  Use these cautionary tales to improve your own gardening skills. \n\n\n\nRegister for this talk \n\n\n\nPlant Disease Holiday Gift List\n\n\n\nDate:  December 16\, 2026Time:  6:30 – 8:30 pm\n\n\n\nDescription\n\n\n\nLearn about plant diseases that can be beneficial to people and might make a great holiday gift for a loved one. \n\n\n\nRegister for this talk
URL:https://www.waa-isa.org/tribe-events/2026-pddc-plant-disease-talks-2/
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SUMMARY:TREE Fund Webinars
DESCRIPTION:Tree Health Implications of Long-term Strategies to Treat Emerald Ash Borer: Long-term Effects on Tree Injections and Tree Tissue \n\n\n\nTuesday April 21 @ 12:00pm CST \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDr. Richard Hauer along with Dr. Andrew Koeser and Dr. Jake Miesbauer will present their 2021 Hyland Johns Grant Program titled\, “Tree Health Implications of Long-term Strategies to Treat Emerald Ash Borer: Long-term Effects on Tree Injections and Tree Tissue”\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nRegistration is open here
URL:https://www.waa-isa.org/tribe-events/tree-fund-webinars-7/
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SUMMARY:Urban Forestry Today Webinar: "They’re Coming – the 2026 Pests of the Landscape" -Brian Eshenaur
DESCRIPTION:​Join Brian Eshenaur\, NYS IPM Program at Cornell University\, as he returns to discuss the potential insects and diseases of importance for the upcoming growing season. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nTo attend live on 4/09/26 @ Noon (Eastern) and receive an ISA/0.5 MCA CEU at no cost:click here or visit www.joinwebinar.com & enter: 300-245-659 \n\n\n\n​(Space will be limited – all attendees should be prepared to join the live broadcast promptly)
URL:https://www.waa-isa.org/tribe-events/urban-forestry-today-webinar-theyre-coming-the-2026-pests-of-the-landscape-brian-eshenaur/
CATEGORIES:Green Industry Events
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SUMMARY:ISA Michigan Plant Health Care 1/2 Day Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Join ISA Michigan for a focused half-day Plant Health Care (PHC) webinar designed to strengthen your diagnostic skills\, improve treatment decision-making\, and refine late-dormant application strategies. This program brings together nationally recognized researchers and industry leaders to address real-world PHC challenges facing arborists\, municipal foresters\, and tree care professionals. \n\n\n\nEarn 4 CEUs! \n\n\n\nFor more information and to register visit:   ISA Michigan Plant Health Care 1/2 Day Webinar
URL:https://www.waa-isa.org/tribe-events/isa-michigan-plant-health-care-1-2-day-webinar/
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SUMMARY:Landscape Professionals Conference 2026
DESCRIPTION:Skills training in: hard-scape\, landscape\, maintenance and safety \n\n\n\n Register by Feb 2\, 2026.  Please see the attached brochure for more information: https://outagamie.extension.wisc.edu/files/2025/10/Landscape-Professionals-Conference.pdf
URL:https://www.waa-isa.org/tribe-events/landscape-professionals-conference-2026-2/
LOCATION:Sunnview Expo Center\, 500 E County Rd Y\, Oshkosh\, Wisconsin\, 54901\, United States
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SUMMARY:2026 Landscape & Grounds Maintenance Short Course
DESCRIPTION:The Landscaping and Grounds Maintenance Short Course is a virtual four week short course held each February designed to keep green industry professionals up to date on the newest industry practices and technology available. The presentations are live and include a question and answer period after each speaker. The cost of the four-week Short Course is $60. Individual weeks are $25 each.  \n\n\n\nCeu’s available. \n\n\n\nShort Course Speaker’s Bio  \n\n\n\nShort Course Website \n\n\n\nFebruary 4\, 2026\n\n\n\nGetting to the Root of the Problem with Container-grown Trees \n\n\n\nExplore a decade of research on root defects in container-grown trees and strategies for mitigating these issues.Presented by: Bert Cregg\, Ph.D.\, Professor of Horticulture and Forestry\, Michigan State University \n\n\n\nWhite Grubs and Other Turf Pests \n\n\n\nLearn about the biology\, management\, and emerging trends of turfgrass pests including white grubs\, chinch bugs\, and cutworms.Presented by: PJ Liesch\, Extension Entomologist / Director – Insect Diagnostic Lab\, UW-Madison \n\n\n\nFebruary 11\, 2026\n\n\n\nEffects of Construction Activities on Trees in the Landscape \n\n\n\nUnderstand how construction impacts tree health and discover methods to predict and prevent long-term damage.Presented by: Gary Johnson\, Professor Emeritus of Urban and Community Forestry\, University of Minnesota \n\n\n\nWorkhorse Perennials for the Landscape \n\n\n\nDiscover reliable\, low-maintenance perennials that deliver lasting beauty and performance across diverse garden settings.Presented by: Mark Dwyer\, Horticulturist & Landscape Designer \n\n\n\nFebruary 18\, 2026\n\n\n\nFundamentals of Optimizing Turf Fertilization \n\n\n\nGain insights into science-based lawn fertilization practices that balance performance with cost-effectiveness.Presented by: Dr. Doug Soldat\, Professor\, UW-Madison Extension \n\n\n\nThe Aesthetics of Rain Gardens: Designing for Function & Beauty \n\n\n\nLearn how to design rain gardens using native plants to achieve natural\, clean\, or hybrid aesthetics.Presented by: John Gishnock III\, Owner/Landscape Architect\, formecology\, LLC \n\n\n\nFebruary 25\, 2026\n\n\n\nTop Five Diseases of 2025 \n\n\n\nReview the most notable plant diseases diagnosed at this he clinic in 2025 and their implications for landscape management.Presented by: Dr. Brian Hudelson\, Director\, Plant Disease Diagnostics Clinic\, UW-Madison Extension \n\n\n\nFlowering Shrubs for all Seasons \n\n\n\nExplore a diverse selection of flowering shrubs that provide year-round interest\, curated from Wisconsin’s largest woody plant collection.Presented by: David Garison Stevens\, Ed Hasselkus Curator\, Longenecker Horticultural Gardens\, University of Wisconsin-Madison Arboretum \n\n\n\nShort Course via zoom To provide the quality education that you expect\, while being mindful of the safety of our participants\, we are providing the Landscape and Grounds Maintenance Short Course online via Zoom. The class will only be available during the live presentation on the specified date and time. It will NOT be available to view later. An email will be sent the day before the class to registered participants with their personal link to access that specific Zoom session. This requires a unique email address for EACH registrant. \n\n\n\nShort Course Website
URL:https://www.waa-isa.org/tribe-events/2026-landscape-grounds-maintenance-short-course/2026-02-25/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260225T080000
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SUMMARY:iLandscape Show
DESCRIPTION:iLandscape: The Illinois + Wisconsin Landscape Show will return February 25-27\, 2026 at the Renaissance Schaumburg Convention Center in Schaumburg\, Illinois. iLandscape is owned and managed by Landscape Illinois.  \n\n\n\niLandscape is the show for today’s landscape professional. It is a show you will look forward to\, eagerly attend\, and talk about months after the show has concluded. iLandscape is the show that Midwestern landscape professionals deserve. \n\n\n\nClose to 7\,000 people attended the 12th iLandscape show in 2025. See for yourself what all the excitement is about.
URL:https://www.waa-isa.org/tribe-events/ilandscape-show/
LOCATION:Renaissance Schaumburg Convention Center\, 1551 N. Thoreau Drive\, Schaumburg\, Illinois\, 60173\, United States
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SUMMARY:2026 Landscape & Grounds Maintenance Short Course
DESCRIPTION:The Landscaping and Grounds Maintenance Short Course is a virtual four week short course held each February designed to keep green industry professionals up to date on the newest industry practices and technology available. The presentations are live and include a question and answer period after each speaker. The cost of the four-week Short Course is $60. Individual weeks are $25 each.  \n\n\n\nCeu’s available. \n\n\n\nShort Course Speaker’s Bio  \n\n\n\nShort Course Website \n\n\n\nFebruary 4\, 2026\n\n\n\nGetting to the Root of the Problem with Container-grown Trees \n\n\n\nExplore a decade of research on root defects in container-grown trees and strategies for mitigating these issues.Presented by: Bert Cregg\, Ph.D.\, Professor of Horticulture and Forestry\, Michigan State University \n\n\n\nWhite Grubs and Other Turf Pests \n\n\n\nLearn about the biology\, management\, and emerging trends of turfgrass pests including white grubs\, chinch bugs\, and cutworms.Presented by: PJ Liesch\, Extension Entomologist / Director – Insect Diagnostic Lab\, UW-Madison \n\n\n\nFebruary 11\, 2026\n\n\n\nEffects of Construction Activities on Trees in the Landscape \n\n\n\nUnderstand how construction impacts tree health and discover methods to predict and prevent long-term damage.Presented by: Gary Johnson\, Professor Emeritus of Urban and Community Forestry\, University of Minnesota \n\n\n\nWorkhorse Perennials for the Landscape \n\n\n\nDiscover reliable\, low-maintenance perennials that deliver lasting beauty and performance across diverse garden settings.Presented by: Mark Dwyer\, Horticulturist & Landscape Designer \n\n\n\nFebruary 18\, 2026\n\n\n\nFundamentals of Optimizing Turf Fertilization \n\n\n\nGain insights into science-based lawn fertilization practices that balance performance with cost-effectiveness.Presented by: Dr. Doug Soldat\, Professor\, UW-Madison Extension \n\n\n\nThe Aesthetics of Rain Gardens: Designing for Function & Beauty \n\n\n\nLearn how to design rain gardens using native plants to achieve natural\, clean\, or hybrid aesthetics.Presented by: John Gishnock III\, Owner/Landscape Architect\, formecology\, LLC \n\n\n\nFebruary 25\, 2026\n\n\n\nTop Five Diseases of 2025 \n\n\n\nReview the most notable plant diseases diagnosed at this he clinic in 2025 and their implications for landscape management.Presented by: Dr. Brian Hudelson\, Director\, Plant Disease Diagnostics Clinic\, UW-Madison Extension \n\n\n\nFlowering Shrubs for all Seasons \n\n\n\nExplore a diverse selection of flowering shrubs that provide year-round interest\, curated from Wisconsin’s largest woody plant collection.Presented by: David Garison Stevens\, Ed Hasselkus Curator\, Longenecker Horticultural Gardens\, University of Wisconsin-Madison Arboretum \n\n\n\nShort Course via zoom To provide the quality education that you expect\, while being mindful of the safety of our participants\, we are providing the Landscape and Grounds Maintenance Short Course online via Zoom. The class will only be available during the live presentation on the specified date and time. It will NOT be available to view later. An email will be sent the day before the class to registered participants with their personal link to access that specific Zoom session. This requires a unique email address for EACH registrant. \n\n\n\nShort Course Website
URL:https://www.waa-isa.org/tribe-events/2026-landscape-grounds-maintenance-short-course/2026-02-18/
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SUMMARY:Ascent Event Climbing Competition at the 2026 WAA/DNR Annual Conference
DESCRIPTION:Monday evening at the WAA/DNR Annual conference from 5:30-6:30 pm\, right before the blue light special\, the WAA TCC will be hosting another ascent event to see who is the fastest climber in GB land. \n\n\n\nRegister Here!\n\n\n\n\nClimbers of all skill levels encouraged to compete.\n\n\n\nLimited to the first 24 climbers to register.\n\n\n\nPre-registration is required.\n\n\n\nSign up deadline is February 13\, 2026\n\n\n\n\nWhat To Bring/What to Expect:\n\n\n\n\nPlease bring your approved ascent system for 11 mm Courant Rebel rope.\n\n\n\nProper PPE etiquette per ANSI standards will be followed for the event (not provided\, must bring your own).\n\n\n\nThe WAA will provide full-body harnesses for all to use.\n\n\n\nTwo ropes will be set up for head-to-head competition.\n\n\n\n\nQuestions:\n\n\n\nContact Gary Kohler
URL:https://www.waa-isa.org/tribe-events/ascent-event-climbing-competition-at-the-2026-waa-dnr-annual-conference/
CATEGORIES:WAA Events
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SUMMARY:ISA Certified Arborist\, ISA Certified Arborist Utility Specialist\, and ISA Certified Urban Forest Professional Exam
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: January 23\, 2026 \n\n\n\nSeats Available: 30 \n\n\n\nMinimum Seating: 5 \n\n\n\nISA’s NEW REGISTRATION PROCESS \n\n\n\nRequired Registration Steps: \n\n\n\n\nLog in to your MyISA account through this link > https://wwv.isa-arbor.com/myAccount/login\n\n\n\nSelect “ISA Credentialing” to access the ISA Cred HQ system. \n\n\n\nLocate the applications that you may be eligible to apply for under Are you Ready to Apply for Eligibility and follow the link to determine eligibility. There is an application fee associated with the eligibility process; Application fees are found within the Program Guides for each of ISA’s credentials. Please see here > https://www.isa-arbor.com/Credentials/Which-Credential-is-Right-for-You\n\n\n\nAFTER you confirm your eligibility in ISA Cred HQ\, a list of upcoming exams will be given to you.\n\n\n\nEnroll for a written or computer-based exam. You will receive an email from ISA stating whether your application has been approved or denied. WATCH FOR THESE EMAILS.\n\n\n\n\n\nYour enrollment and exam fee must be received by the January 23rd deadline; there are no exceptions.\n\n\n\n\nIf you have questions about your application\, please get in touch with ISA. The Chapter does not have access to your application and cannot answer questions related to the application process. \n\n\n\nPlease check the ISA website (www.isa-arbor.com) for more information and for registration under Credentials/ Exam Information. Registration for the exam is made directly with the ISA\, and must be completed at least 12 working days in advance.  \n\n\n\nPlease contact ISA if you are having any difficulties with registration.  Do not wait until the last minute to register! \n\n\n\nCheck-in starts at 12:00pm and exam begins promptly at 12:30pm. This exam is being held in conjunction with the WAA Annual Conference in Green Bay\, WI.
URL:https://www.waa-isa.org/tribe-events/isa-certified-arborist-isa-certified-arborist-utility-specialist-and-isa-certified-urban-forest-professional-exam/
CATEGORIES:WAA Events
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SUMMARY:Call for Poster Presentations at the WAA/DNR Annual Conference
DESCRIPTION:Wisconsin Arborist Association will be hosting poster presentation sessions for the 3rd time at the WAA/WI DNR annual conference in Green Bay on Feb 16th and 17th 2026.  Poster presentation is a great way to engage with peer professionals in sharing novel ideas and experience in arboriculture\, urban forestry and landscape horticulture field.  Join the poster presentation by submitting an online abstract (250- 350 words max) before 5:00 pm Jan 16th\, 2026. All poster presenters will receive participation certificate at the conference. \n\n\n\nSubmit Your Abstract by Applying Here \n\n\n\nGoal of the poster presentation: \n\n\n\nTo provide opportunities for students\, researchers\, and professionals at the 2026 WAA/WI DNR’s Annual Conference to present\, disseminate and highlight the practice of arboriculture\, urban forestry\, and landscape horticulture. \n\n\n\nPoster Submission Application: \n\n\n\n\nFirst and Last Name (primary author)\n\n(if a student\, include name of their research advisor\, instructor\, or supervisor)\n\n\n\n\n\nName and Address of your Institution/Agency/ Business/ Organization/ Others\n\n\n\nContact Info: Email\, Phone Number\n\n\n\nChoose the relevant poster category that you propose to present: A) Research B) Education C) Outreach Project D) Community Project E) Internship Project\n\n\n\nTitle of your poster and abstract (250- 350 words max)\n\n\n\nSubmission deadline: Jan 16th\, 2026 (Friday)\n\n\n\nMust be a registered attendee at the WAA/WI DNR annual conference during poster presentation. Free registration to the conference for currently enrolled student presenters. One presenter per poster. \n\n\n\n\nGeneral Guidelines: \n\n\n\n\nPoster Size (inches):  Minimum: 36” x 36”\, Maximum: 44” x 44”\n\n\n\nWAA provides: Designated space\, Poster easel stand\, foam board\, binder clips (for poster attachment) \n\n\n\nPoster Setup time: Mon. Feb 17th from 7:00 – 9:00 am\n\n\n\nPoster Session Schedule during conference: (Authors must be at their poster during session time listed in the program to present their information and answer questions.) Mon. Feb 16th from 10:00 – 10:30 am / Mon. Feb 16th from 2:30 – 3:00 pm / Tues. Feb 17th from 10:30 – 11:00 am\n\n\n\nPoster Removal Time: Tues. Feb. 17th from 11:00 – 12:00 pm (Note: All poster presenters will receive participant certificate and will be honored at the WAA Annual Conference Luncheon on Tues. Feb. 17th.)\n\n\n\nPoster must avoid commercialism\, promotion\, or advertisement.\n\n\n\nFont Size: 24 – 48 point font (that you can read from 2-3 ft. away)\n\n\n\n\nPoster Content layout: \n\n\n\n\nPoster Title:\n\n\n\nAuthor(s):\n\n\n\nInstitution/ Business/ Organization/ Agency:\n\n\n\nAddress:\n\n\n\nContent Layout:\n\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\nCategories: (Choose one of the relevant category layouts as a guideline in designing your poster) \n\n\n\n\nResearch (Summarize research findings with statistical analysis) (include all the below)\n\na) Abstract b) Introduction c) Methods and Materials d) Results and Discussion e) Literature Citation; Include figures\, tables\, photos.\n\n\n\n\n\nEducation (Present a specific educational topic like Preventing Stem girdling root\, Spotted lanternfly Management):\n\na) Goal b) Rationale c) Info-graphics d) Benefits e) Citation Sources\n\n\n\n\n\nOutreach Program (Hands on activities/training programs for youths\, underserved audience\, professionals\, and consumers):\n\na) Goal b) Rationale C) Program Planning and Execution D) Program Evaluation and Results E) Program Impacts and Outcomes; Include visuals\, figures\, tables\n\n\n\n\n\nCommunity Project (engaging with local/ regional communities in urban forest development and management related projects like Champion tree project\, Heritage Oak project):\n\na) Goal b) Rationale c) Impact of the project e) Future Steps F) Acknowledgement; Include visuals\n\n\n\n\n\nInternship Project (Share a project experience that you completed while working with a company\, organization\, institute e.g. tree inventory\, restoration):\n\na) Learning Objectives b) Key responsibilities c) Skills/ Techniques gained d) Overall experience e) Acknowledgement ; Include visuals\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nResources: \n\n\n\n\n\nCreating a poster: UW Madison\, The Writing Center \n\n\n\nhttps://writing.wisc.edu/handbook/assignments/posterpresentations/ \n\n\n\n\nInternship Poster: Virginia Wesleyan University  \n\n\n\n\nhttps://www.vwu.edu/academics/the-lighthouse/internship-posters.php \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nQuestions or need assistance? \n\n\n\nVijai Pandian\, WAA Educational Advisor \n\n\n\nTina Johnson\, WAA Chapter Executive
URL:https://www.waa-isa.org/tribe-events/call-for-poster-presentations-at-the-waa-dnr-annual-conference-3/
CATEGORIES:WAA Events
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