BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//WAA-ISA - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:WAA-ISA X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.waa-isa.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for WAA-ISA REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Chicago BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20190310T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20191103T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20200308T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20201101T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20210314T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20211107T070000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200429T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200429T160000 DTSTAMP:20260421T185049 CREATED:20200414T210820Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200414T210823Z UID:10000074-1588172400-1588176000@www.waa-isa.org SUMMARY:Free Webinar: Being Invaded by Invasives DESCRIPTION:Presenter: Dawn Fluharty\, Northwest Regional Technical Manager \n\n\n\nThis course will focus on identification of various invasive tree pests and diseases. We will review the severity of the threat and possible treatment options following the integrated pest management process with a trunk injection focus. Intro to IPM defined by DPR. Identification of invasive pests and their life cycles and potential spread and damage. Review of possible IPM for SAPW\, GSOB\, ISHB\, SOD\, BOB\, SLF\, EAB\, ALB and Gypsy moth\, etc. \n\n\n\nCEU’s will be provided. URL:https://www.waa-isa.org/tribe-events/free-webinar-being-invaded-by-invasives/ CATEGORIES:Green Industry Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200429T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200429T110000 DTSTAMP:20260421T185049 CREATED:20200414T164839Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200414T164842Z UID:10000064-1588154400-1588158000@www.waa-isa.org SUMMARY:Free EAB University Webinar: Forest Invaders to Watch for and How to Manage Them Part 2: Spotted Lanternfly\, Gypsy Moth\, and Hemlock Wooly Adelgid DESCRIPTION:Cliff Sadof\, Carrie Tauscher\, and Elizabeth Barnes (Purdue University) \n\n\n\nWhat’s that on your tree?!? We’ll tell you about how to identify\, treat\, and where to find three invasive species to watch out for on the outside of your trees: spotted lanternfly\, hemlock wooly adelgid\, and gypsy moth. URL:https://www.waa-isa.org/tribe-events/free-eab-university-webinar-forest-invaders-to-watch-for-and-how-to-manage-them-part-2-spotted-lanternfly-gypsy-moth-and-hemlock-wooly-adelgid/ CATEGORIES:Green Industry Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200428T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200428T160000 DTSTAMP:20260421T185049 CREATED:20200421T190235Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200421T190516Z UID:10000075-1588073400-1588089600@www.waa-isa.org SUMMARY:Chipper Safety Webinar DESCRIPTION:Join us online for this informative workshop taught by Jeff Thierbach\, BCMA\, Utility Specialist\, CTSP\, and RCA. This 4.5 hour class covers ANSI and OSHA standards\, accident prevention\, types of chippers\, chipper safety devices\, transporting a chipper\, setting up at a job site\, traffic control\, and much more! \n\n\n\n4.0 CEU’s will be available. URL:https://www.waa-isa.org/tribe-events/chipper-safety-webinar/ CATEGORIES:Green Industry Events ORGANIZER;CN="Streamside Green%2C LLC":MAILTO:info@streamsidegreen.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200428T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200430T113000 DTSTAMP:20260421T185049 CREATED:20200221T213736Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200319T141846Z UID:10000059-1588060800-1588246200@www.waa-isa.org SUMMARY:ISA Tree Risk Assessment Qualification (TRAQ) - THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED. IT WILL BE RESCHEDULED. DESCRIPTION:THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED. IT WILL BE RESCHEDULED. \n\n\n\nDue to COVID-19\, we are taking steps to ensure the health and safety of our members and our leadership team. We are monitoring all guidelines and updates from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the Wisconsin Department of Health.  We are taking extra precautions to do our part to slow the spread of COVID-19. \n\n\n\nThe March 18th Day\nof Service will be rescheduled for a later date.The April 2nd BOD\nmeeting will be switched to an online Zoom Meeting. The April 27th ISA\nTree Risk Assessment Qualification (TRAQ) RENEWAL will be rescheduled for a\nlater date.  The ISA will be working directly with the WAA to ensure no\none is penalized if their credential expires due to this cancellation.  Please\nbe patient as we work thru the rescheduling or refund process.  We will\nkeep you updated via email.The April 28th to\nApril 30th ISA Tree Risk Assessment Qualification (TRAQ) will\nbe rescheduled for a later date.  Again\,please be patient as we work thru the rescheduling\nor refund process.  We will keep you updated via email.\n\n\n\nWe will continue to monitor local and federal government\nrecommendations closely\, as the current status continues to evolve. Future\nupdates\, if any\, will be shared via email.  We recognize this is an\nunprecedented and unique situation and appreciate your flexibility and support.\nOur website will be updated as soon as possible with all changes. \n\n\n\nThank you for supporting these efforts\, \n\n\n\nThe WAA Governance Committee \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n Hotel Information: https://hotelguides.com/wisconsin/fond-du-lac-wi-hotels.html Facility Information: https://www.fdl.wi.gov/parks/parks/ See Course Flyer for additional information. \n\n\n\n ABOUT THE COURSE The ISA Tree Risk Assessment Qualification (TRAQ) program provides an opportunity for professionals in the arboriculture industry to expand their knowledge through education and training in the fundamentals of tree risk assessment. This qualification promotes the safety of people and property by providing a standardized and systematic process for assessing tree risk. The results of a tree risk assessment can provide tree owners and risk managers with the information to make informed decisions to enhance tree benefits\, health\, and longevity. The Tree Risk Assessment Qualification Course is a two-day educational course followed by a 1/2 day assessment that includes both a written and field component. The course prepares the participant to take the TRAQ assessment to become ISA Tree Risk Assessment Qualified. It is required that you attend the course and successfully complete the assessment in order to receive the ISA Tree Risk Assessment Qualification. \n\n\n\n Hosted by: The Wisconsin Arborist Association Instructor: Mr. Don Roppolo Don Roppolo is the Manager of Arboricultural Training for Davey Tree. He has been working in the tree care industry for twenty-five years. During his career he has worked in the following capacities: taught arboriculture skills at universities and technical colleges\, municipal forestry\, arboricultural research\, and for the past sixteen years has worked in commercial arboriculture. He holds a bachelor of science in Agriculture with an emphasis in urban forestry from Western Illinois University\, and a master of science in Natural Resources with and emphasis in urban forestry from the University of Wisconsin Stevens Point. \n\n\n\nTENTATIVE AGENDA Day 1: Educational Session (8:00am – 5:00pm) Course Opening Module 1: Introduction to Tree Risk Assessment Break Module 2: Levels of Assessment Module 3: Target Assessment Lunch Module 4: Site Assessment Break Module 5: Tree Biology and Mechanics Day 2: Educational Session (8:00am – 5:00pm) Module 6: Tree Inspection and Assessment Break Module 7: Data Analysis and Risk Categorization (indoors) Module 7: Field Activity (outdoors) Lunch Module 8: Mitigation Module 9: Reporting Break Review and Exam Information Day 3: Exam (8:00am – 11:30am) Written exam Performance-based exam *Schedule subject to adjustment \n\n\n\nCOURSE CONTENT Tree Biology and Mechanics: Participants will learn how to assess wood structure\, decay\, and tree mechanics\, and evaluate their impact on likelihood of tree or tree part failure. Participants will also learn how to identify and assess defects and conditions that may affect likelihood of failure. Tree Inspection and Assessment: Participants will learn about types of targets\, assess the likelihood of a tree or tree part impacting a target\, and estimate the consequences of tree or tree part failure. Participants will also learn how to assess site factors that may influence likelihood of failure. Data Analysis and Risk Categorization: After learning the tree and target factors that must be assessed\, participants will combine likelihood of failure\, likelihood of impact\, and consequences of failure to derive a risk rating. This rating helps the assessor communicate tree risk to clients and risk managers\, and allows comparison of risk levels between trees. Risk Reporting: Participants will learn skills for clearly communicating tree risk to clients\, both in written and verbal reports. Participants will also learn about the key components that should be included in a report after completing a tree risk assessment. \n\n\n\nTREE RISK ASSESSMENT QUALIFICATION INFORMATION The Tree Risk Assessment Qualification is valid for five years from the date the TRAQ exam is passed. The qualification holder is required to take the course and pass the exam every five years in order to maintain the qualification. \n\n\n\n COURSE ELIGIBILITY To be able to register for the course and take the exam\, you must have earned one of the following credentials:  ISA Certified Arborist® or ISA Board Certified Master Arborist®   ISA Tree Risk Assessment Qualified  A degree in arboriculture\, urban forestry\, traditional forestry\, or horticulture that is part of a national qualifications framework or is from a college or university.  A national certification or certificate in arboriculture (see a complete list in the TRAQ handbook)  ASCA Registered Consulting Arborist (RCA) status  Licensing or Certification from an approved state/province program (see a complete list in the TRAQ handbook)  SAF Certified Forester Included in your registration:  –   course registration  –   exam fee  –   the TRAQ manual (shipped via UPS to the address you provide (No PO Boxes)  –   the TRAQ workbook (shipped via UPS to the address you provide (No PO Boxes) –   Risk Assessment Clipboard (shipped via UPS to the address you provide (No PO Boxes)  –   coffee and breakfast items  –   lunch\, beverages and snacks for the day Travel and lodging is on your own. What is required to bring to the class:  – your government issued photo ID  – your TRAQ Manual (shipped via UPS to the address you provide)  – your TRAQ Workbook (shipped via UPS to the address you provide)  – your hard hat and high visibility vest or shirt (required)  – #2 pencils and your clipboard for taking notes and completing worksheets  – rain gear\, including a large ziplock bag (just in case!)  – come prepared to spend part of the day outdoors  – please dress for your comfort level indoors and outdoors;      we cannot always control the room temperature to suit everyone  Special Testing Accommodations Requests: If you have an accommodation request\, please complete the Special Accommodations \n\n\n\nRequest Form and submit it with your application. You may find the form online at  \n\n\n\nhttp://www.isa-arbor.com/Portals/0/Assets/PDF/Certification-Applications/TRAQ-App-Guide.pdf at the end of the TRAQ application guide. The process may take up to several months and may not allow enough time to attend this particular class URL:https://www.waa-isa.org/tribe-events/waa-events-isa-tree-risk-assessment-qualification-traq-renewal-registration-april-28-30-2020/ LOCATION:City of Fond Du Lac Lakeside Park Pavilion\, 71 Promen Dr.\, Fond Du Lac\, Wisconsin\, 54935\, United States CATEGORIES:WAA Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.waa-isa.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/traqpic.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200427T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200427T170000 DTSTAMP:20260421T185049 CREATED:20200414T210332Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200414T210335Z UID:10000073-1588003200-1588006800@www.waa-isa.org SUMMARY:Free Webinar: Beetlemania DESCRIPTION:Presenter: Dawn Fluharty\, Northwest Regional Technical Manager \n\n\n\nThis course will focus on identification of different types of beetles and some of the diseases they carry. We will review treatment options following the integrated pest management process with a trunk injection update. Intro to IPM defined by DPR. Review pest ID and life cycles and IPM for PBB\, GSOB\, ISHB\, Elm leaf beetle\, tortoise beetle\, Bronze Birch Borer\, Western oak bark beetle\, etc. \n\n\n\nCEU’s will be provided. URL:https://www.waa-isa.org/tribe-events/free-webinar-beetlemania/ CATEGORIES:Green Industry Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200427T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200427T150000 DTSTAMP:20260421T185049 CREATED:20200414T205613Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200414T205616Z UID:10000072-1587996000-1587999600@www.waa-isa.org SUMMARY:Free Webinar: Plant Health Care DESCRIPTION:Presenter: Kevin Brewer\, Northeast Regional Technical Manager \n\n\n\nPreventative PHC\, techniques to avoid decline in tree health. \n\n\n\nCEU’s will be provided. URL:https://www.waa-isa.org/tribe-events/free-webinar-plant-health-care/ CATEGORIES:Green Industry Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200424T030000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200424T160000 DTSTAMP:20260421T185049 CREATED:20200414T204646Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200414T204649Z UID:10000071-1587697200-1587744000@www.waa-isa.org SUMMARY:Free Webinar: Diagnosing and Managing Abiotic Disorders DESCRIPTION:Presenter: Emmett Muennink\, BCMA\, South Central Regional Technical Manager \n\n\n\nWe’ll discuss the tree diagnostic process\, show examples of common abiotic disorders and present practical management strategies to implement in your PHC program. \n\n\n\nCEU’s will be provided. URL:https://www.waa-isa.org/tribe-events/free-webinar-diagnosing-and-managing-abiotic-disorders/ CATEGORIES:Green Industry Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200422T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200422T140000 DTSTAMP:20260421T185049 CREATED:20200414T202450Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200414T202453Z UID:10000070-1587560400-1587564000@www.waa-isa.org SUMMARY:Free Webinar: Bur Oak Blight & Two-lined Chestnut Borer DESCRIPTION:Presenter: Jay Goughnour\, Upper Midwest Regional Technical Manager \n\n\n\nWe’ll talk about Bur Oak Blight identification\, symptoms and treatment protocols. We’ll also discuss the secondary pest\, Two-Lined Chestnut borer\, and how using a combination of treatment protocols can help save these trees from both of these issues. \n\n\n\nCEUs will be provided. URL:https://www.waa-isa.org/tribe-events/free-webinar-bur-oak-blight-two-lined-chestnut-borer/ CATEGORIES:Green Industry Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200422T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200422T100000 DTSTAMP:20260421T185049 CREATED:20200414T164612Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200414T164616Z UID:10000063-1587549600-1587549600@www.waa-isa.org SUMMARY:Free EAB University Webinar: Forest Invaders to Watch for and How to Manage Them Part 1: Emerald Ash Borer\, Thousand Cankers Disease\, and Asian Longhorned Beetle DESCRIPTION:Cliff Sadof\, Carrie Tauscher\, and Elizabeth Barnes (Purdue University) \n\n\n\nSomething chewing up your tree trunks? This webinar will cover the basics of identification and treatment of three major invasive woodborers: emerald ash borer\, Asian longhorned beetle\, and thousand cankers disease and the identification of their host plants. URL:https://www.waa-isa.org/tribe-events/free-eab-university-webinar-forest-invaders-to-watch-for-and-how-to-manage-them-part-1-emerald-ash-borer-thousand-cankers-disease-and-asian-longhorned-beetle/ CATEGORIES:Green Industry Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200421T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200421T120000 DTSTAMP:20260421T185049 CREATED:20200414T145253Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200414T145614Z UID:10000032-1587470400-1587470400@www.waa-isa.org SUMMARY:Free TREE Fund Webinar: A simple technique for online street tree inventories – is it right for my community? DESCRIPTION:Street tree inventories are fundamentally important for municipal urban forest management\, but collecting and maintaining inventory data is expensive and time-consuming. So we asked the question\, “Can we generate high-quality data about street trees remotely using online street-level photos?” This presentation discusses the level of detail and data quality associated with virtual surveys conducted using Google Street View. Attendees will learn about some pros and cons of these virtual surveys\, and consider whether this simple online technique might be useful for generating street tree data in their own communities. \n\n\n\nBio: Dr. Adam Berland is an Assistant Professor of Geography at Ball State University. He studies patterns and drivers of change in the geographic distribution of urban trees using field data and geospatial technologies. Recently he has been studying innovative ways of generating street tree data using free tools and simple techniques. \n\n\n\n1 CEU with live broadcast. URL:https://www.waa-isa.org/tribe-events/free-tree-fund-webinar-a-simple-technique-for-online-street-tree-inventories-is-it-right-for-my-community/ CATEGORIES:Green Industry Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.waa-isa.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/treefund-webinar.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200420T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200420T140000 DTSTAMP:20260421T185049 CREATED:20200414T202120Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200414T202124Z UID:10000069-1587387600-1587391200@www.waa-isa.org SUMMARY:Free Webinar: Turf Health DESCRIPTION:Presenter: Rebecca Knapp\, Western Division Sales Manager Golf\, Sports Turf\, Nursery \n\n\n\nWe will discuss nutrient availability and the soil relationship and maintaining proper levels of nutrients and soil moisture can lead to a successful stand of turf grass. \n\n\n\nCEU’s will be provided. URL:https://www.waa-isa.org/tribe-events/free-webinar-turf-health/ CATEGORIES:Green Industry Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200417T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200417T150000 DTSTAMP:20260421T185049 CREATED:20200414T201637Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200414T201640Z UID:10000068-1587132000-1587135600@www.waa-isa.org SUMMARY:Free Webinar: Marketing Tools & Support DESCRIPTION:Presenter: Kristin Nikodemski\, Arborjet Marketing Manager \n\n\n\nReview of the marketing assets available and how to use them to retain and grow your business this spring. \n\n\n\nCEU’s will be provided. URL:https://www.waa-isa.org/tribe-events/free-webinar-marketing-tools-support/ CATEGORIES:Green Industry Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200416T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200416T160000 DTSTAMP:20260421T185050 CREATED:20200414T201148Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200414T201151Z UID:10000067-1587049200-1587052800@www.waa-isa.org SUMMARY:Free Webinar: Hiring\, Selling & Selling Tree injection DESCRIPTION:Presenter: Rob Gorden\, Director of Urban Forestry and Business Development \n\n\n\nUnderstanding the differences between natural salespeople and those who have become sales people\, along with the traits expected in both groups. Interviewing to identify these traits in prospective candidates for sales positions. \n\n\n\nCEU’s will be provided. URL:https://www.waa-isa.org/tribe-events/free-webinar-hiring-selling-selling-tree-injection/ CATEGORIES:Green Industry Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200415T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200415T150000 DTSTAMP:20260421T185050 CREATED:20200414T200752Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200414T200755Z UID:10000066-1586959200-1586962800@www.waa-isa.org SUMMARY:Free Webinar: Increasing The Profitability Of Your Service Company DESCRIPTION:Presenter: Eric Steffensen\, Eastern Division Sales Manager Golf\, Sports Turf\, Nursery \n\n\n\nRunning a successful\, profitable business is much more than just providing your services to an end-user. In this webinar\, we’ll discuss strategies to maximize your profits\, pitfalls\, and the interrelated nature of many of the decisions you make. \n\n\n\nCEU’s will be provided. URL:https://www.waa-isa.org/tribe-events/free-webinar-increasing-the-profitability-of-your-service-company/ CATEGORIES:Green Industry Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200409T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200409T170000 DTSTAMP:20260421T185050 CREATED:20200407T152105Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200407T152108Z UID:10000031-1586431800-1586451600@www.waa-isa.org SUMMARY:Electrical Hazards Awareness for Arborists Webinar DESCRIPTION:Don’t just shelter in place\, LEARN in place! Grab a cup of coffee\, log in to your computer\, and learn about electrical hazards while getting some valuable CEUs!   \n\n\n\nANSI Z133.1 4.1.3 requires employers to train all employees to recognize and avoid electrical hazards. This training\, along with documented on-the-job training\, meets that requirement\, as well as the OSHA 1910.269 safety standard. \n\n\n\nOnce you register\, you will receive an email with the link to log in to the online training site.  \n\n\n\nCEUs: We have applied for 5 ISA CEUs and 5 CTSP CEUs \n\n\n\nThis workshop is meant for Arborists to earn their CEUs during this time of Shelter in Place.  If you would like to earn the EHAP credential from TCIA\, please contact them for additional requirements. \n\n\n\nContact\n\n\n\nMargaret Hebert Streamside Green\, LLC 281-513-5224 info@streamsidegreen.com  URL:https://www.waa-isa.org/tribe-events/electrical-hazards-awareness-for-arborists-webinar/ ORGANIZER;CN="Streamside Green%2C LLC":MAILTO:info@streamsidegreen.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200402T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200402T120000 DTSTAMP:20260421T185050 CREATED:20200326T014720Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200326T014915Z UID:10000030-1585825200-1585828800@www.waa-isa.org SUMMARY:Urban Forestry Today Webinar DESCRIPTION:Join Jennie D. Mazzone\, Penn State University\, on the Thursday April 02 ‘Urban Forestry Today’ Noonhour (Eastern) webcast\, as she discusses “Diagnosis in Practice.” \n\n\n\nAttend live & receive Free ISA/MCA CEU’s\, click here OR visit: http://www.joinwebinar.com & enter: 531-589-827 @ Noon (Eastern). This broadcast is free and will offer the opportunity for arborists to earn 1.0 ISA CEU and 0.5 MCA credit. URL:https://www.waa-isa.org/tribe-events/urban-forestry-today-webinar/ ORGANIZER;CN="Rick Harper":MAILTO:rharper@eco.umass.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200326T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200326T120000 DTSTAMP:20260421T185050 CREATED:20200311T172544Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200311T172547Z UID:10000029-1585224000-1585224000@www.waa-isa.org SUMMARY:Free TREE Fund Webinar: Why Do Tree Branches Fail? DESCRIPTION:We will explore how researchers from ecology\, forestry and arboriculture have utilized biomechanics to understand how trees contend with the forces mother nature can throw at them during their long-life span. Biomechanics approaches integrate biology and engineering principles to explore how organisms deal with their environment. We will explore two studies that examine how loads move through a branch union/fork. A close relationship was found between aspect ratio and different failure types\, and we will discuss how this information can help define the point at which a weaker co-dominant fork occurs.1 CEU available with the live broadcast.\n\n\n\nGreg Dahle is an associate professor at West Virginia University where he teaches courses in arboriculture and urban forestry. Greg’s research lab utilizes a biomechanical approach to understand how trees grow and survive environmental loads\, as well as broader urban forest management issues. Greg has worked as a commercial and utility arborist and is an ISA Board-Certified Master Arborist.\n\n\n\nCheck out the other webinars we have planned for you in 2020 or watch any of our previous webinars on our website at treefund.org/webinars. All TREE Fund webinars are archived approximately one week after broadcast. URL:https://www.waa-isa.org/tribe-events/free-tree-fund-webinar-why-do-tree-branches-fail/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200325T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200325T170000 DTSTAMP:20260421T185050 CREATED:20191119T163738Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200318T184344Z UID:10000051-1585155600-1585155600@www.waa-isa.org SUMMARY:TCIA CTSP Workshop - Chicago DESCRIPTION:THIS EVENT HAS BEEN POSTPONED. IT WILL BE RESCHEDULED. \n\n\n\n\nTwo-Day Advanced Safety/Behavioral Workshop and Certification Exam \nDay 1: 8:00AM – 5:00PM\nDay 2: 8:00AM – will end approximately at 1PM \nEligibility: Please be aware that in order to attend the workshop and be eligible to take the CTSP exam you would need to complete the following steps: \n1. Enroll into the program \n2. Satisfactorily complete the homework – all 13 Critical Thinking exercises & Safety Program checklist. \n3. And then\, request a registration form via phone – 603-314-5380 or email – ctsp@tcia.org (read the “Eligibility” above before you request the registration) \nThe Workshop Fee:\nTCIA member – $365 Early Bird; After EB deadline $405\nNon-TCIA member – $525 Early Bird: After EB deadline $540 \n$25 Exam surcharge is included in the price\nLunch is not provided \nEarly Bird deadline – before 03/10/2020 \nCEUs: 9.00 ISA \nTraining Materials: The Training Clinic “Effective On-the-Job Training” is included. \nCancellation policy: Workshop registration cancellation must be received in writing at the TCIA office one week before a workshop for a full refund less $35.00 administrative fee. No telephone cancellation accepted. \nMunicipal and Utility Arborists:\nBecause your employers are ineligible for TCIA membership\, the CTSP program extends TCIA member pricing to you for enrollment and certification workshops as a professional courtesy \n No Online registration – Check Eligibility above URL:https://www.waa-isa.org/tribe-events/tcia-ctsp-workshop-chicago/ LOCATION:Crowne Plaza Chicago West Loop\, 25 South Halsted Street\, Chicago\, IL\, 60661 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200318T073000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200318T170000 DTSTAMP:20260421T185050 CREATED:20200309T152055Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200316T184936Z UID:10000028-1584516600-1584550800@www.waa-isa.org SUMMARY:WAA 2020 Spring Day of Service DESCRIPTION:THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED. IT WILL BE RESCHEDULED. \n\n\n\n \n\n\nDue to COVID-19\, we are taking steps to ensure the health and safety of our members and our leadership team. We are monitoring all guidelines and updates from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the Wisconsin Department of Health.  We are taking extra precautions to do our part to slow the spread of COVID-19. \n\n\n\nThe March 18th Day\nof Service will be rescheduled for a later date.The April 2nd BOD\nmeeting will be switched to an online Zoom Meeting. The April 27th ISA\nTree Risk Assessment Qualification (TRAQ) RENEWAL will be rescheduled for a\nlater date.  The ISA will be working directly with the WAA to ensure no\none is penalized if their credential expires due to this cancellation.  Please\nbe patient as we work thru the rescheduling or refund process.  We will\nkeep you updated via email.The April 28th to\nApril 30th ISA Tree Risk Assessment Qualification (TRAQ) will\nbe rescheduled for a later date.  Again\,please be patient as we work thru the rescheduling\nor refund process.  We will keep you updated via email.\n\n\n\nWe will continue to monitor local and federal government\nrecommendations closely\, as the current status continues to evolve. Future\nupdates\, if any\, will be shared via email.  We recognize this is an\nunprecedented and unique situation and appreciate your flexibility and support.\nOur website will be updated as soon as possible with all changes. \n\n\n\nThank you for supporting these efforts\, \n\n\n\nThe WAA Governance Committee \n\n\n \n\n\nWhen: Wednesday\, March 18. at 730 am until completed CANCELLED Where: Sun Prairie Fireman & Dream Park at 415 Park St\, Sun Prairie\, WIWhat: Lots of tree pruning needed\, including:– Medium sized shade trees around the large playground area.– Mature Oaks in need of dead limb removal.– (5) Mature tree removals. \n\n\n\n​Climbers\, Bucket truck(s)\, Tracked Lift(s)\, Mini Loaders\, and a Stump Grinder are all appreciated and needed.Lunch will be provided. \n\n\n\nContact Jake Kubisiak at jakek@wachteltree.com for questions or to volunteer. URL:https://www.waa-isa.org/tribe-events/waa-2020-spring-day-of-service/ LOCATION:Sun Prairie Fireman & Dream Park\, 415 Park St.\, Sun Prairie\, Wisconsin\, 53590\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200311T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200311T170000 DTSTAMP:20260421T185050 CREATED:20200221T220038Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200221T220040Z UID:10000027-1583913600-1583946000@www.waa-isa.org SUMMARY:SAWW Level 1 Chainsaw Safety Training DESCRIPTION:Join SAWW trainer Luke Saunders\, Forester\, Adaptive Restoration LLC\, for a hands-on training in chainsaw use\, maintenance\, and technique. Spend time both outside and in the classroom\, practicing how to operate chainsaws safely\, comfortably\, and productively. \n\n\n\nThis class is part one of a four level series through the Safety and Woods Working (SAWW) training program. \n\n\n\nTopics include: personal protective equipment (PPE); body mechanics; chainsaw safety features; the chain and the cutter tooth; reactive forces; planning and executing tree felling\, limbing\, and bucking; introductory bore cutting and open face felling. \n\n\n\nHands-on training gives participants the opportunity to fell at least one tree. You are encouraged to bring your own equipment and lunch; helmets are mandatory. URL:https://www.waa-isa.org/tribe-events/saww-level-1-chainsaw-safety-training-2/ LOCATION:Riveredge Nature Center\, 4458 County HWY Y\, Saukville\, Wisconsin\, 53080\, United States CATEGORIES:Green Industry Events ORGANIZER;CN="Luke Saunders%2C Forester%2C Adaptive Restoration LLC":MAILTO:luke.saunders@adaptiverestoration.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200310T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200310T170000 DTSTAMP:20260421T185050 CREATED:20200221T215934Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200221T215936Z UID:10000061-1583827200-1583859600@www.waa-isa.org SUMMARY:SAWW Level 1 Chainsaw Safety Training DESCRIPTION:Join SAWW trainer Luke Saunders\, Forester\, Adaptive Restoration LLC\, for a hands-on training in chainsaw use\, maintenance\, and technique. Spend time both outside and in the classroom\, practicing how to operate chainsaws safely\, comfortably\, and productively. \n\n\n\nThis class is part one of a four level series through the Safety and Woods Working (SAWW) training program. \n\n\n\nTopics include: personal protective equipment (PPE); body mechanics; chainsaw safety features; the chain and the cutter tooth; reactive forces; planning and executing tree felling\, limbing\, and bucking; introductory bore cutting and open face felling. \n\n\n\nHands-on training gives participants the opportunity to fell at least one tree. You are encouraged to bring your own equipment and lunch; helmets are mandatory. URL:https://www.waa-isa.org/tribe-events/saww-level-1-chainsaw-safety-training/ LOCATION:Riveredge Nature Center\, 4458 County HWY Y\, Saukville\, Wisconsin\, 53080\, United States CATEGORIES:Green Industry Events ORGANIZER;CN="Luke Saunders%2C Forester%2C Adaptive Restoration LLC":MAILTO:luke.saunders@adaptiverestoration.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200303T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200304T160000 DTSTAMP:20260421T185050 CREATED:20200103T154951Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200103T155208Z UID:10000056-1583222400-1583337600@www.waa-isa.org SUMMARY:Landscape Professionals Conference DESCRIPTION:UW-Madison\, Division of Extension and the Wisconsin Landscape Contractors Association\, Fox Valley Chapter team up to provide the Landscape Professionals Conference March 3-4\, 2020 in Kimberly\, WI. This two-day conference is designed to enhance your professional landscape skills and appreciation for sustainable landscapes. The program offers half day sessions the first day and three tracks of education the second day in landscaping\, lawn care\, and hardscape. Please join us to learn the latest in research and industry developments\, while networking with other horticultural professionals. ISA and NALP Continuing Education Unit (CEU’s) credits available. Register by January 31\, 2020 for early bird pricing. Please see http://www.landscapeprofessionalsworkshop.com/ for more information. URL:https://www.waa-isa.org/tribe-events/landscape-professionals-conference/ LOCATION:Liberty Hall\, 800 Eisenhower Drive\, Kimberly\, WI\, 54136\, United States CATEGORIES:Green Industry Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.waa-isa.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Landscape-Cover-2020-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200217T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200217T160000 DTSTAMP:20260421T185050 CREATED:20190925T181945Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200212T005148Z UID:10000045-1581940800-1581955200@www.waa-isa.org SUMMARY:ISA Certified Arborist\, Utility Specialist\, Municipal Specialist\, Certified Tree Worker Climber Specialist\, and Aerial Lift Specialist Written Exam DESCRIPTION:Date: February 17\, 2020 \nLocation: Green Bay\, WI 54301 \nOrganizer: Wisconsin Chapter \nContact Email: isa@isa-arbor.com \nWebsite: http://www.isa-arbor.com/Credentials/Exam-Information \n  \nRegistration: Enrollment Deadline: January 30\, 2020 \nSeats Available: 35 \nCert Exam Chapter: Wisconsin \n  \nStart Date: 12:00 PM\, February 17\, 2020 \nEnd Date: 4:00 PM\, February 17\, 2020 URL:https://www.waa-isa.org/tribe-events/isa-certified-arborist-utility-specialist-and-municipal-specialist-exam/ LOCATION:KI Convention Center\, 333 Main St.\, Green Bay\, WI\, 54301\, United States CATEGORIES:WAA Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.waa-isa.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/ISA-Certified-Arborist-Logo-172x300.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200216T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200218T160000 DTSTAMP:20260421T185050 CREATED:20191126T175656Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200212T061016Z UID:10000054-1581858000-1582041600@www.waa-isa.org SUMMARY:2020 WAA/DNR Annual Conference DESCRIPTION:Sustaining Urban Forests to Ensure a Healthy FutureFebruary 16–18\, 2020Hyatt & KI Convention Center • Green Bay\, WI \nJoin us in Titletown for another extraordinary event at the KI Convention Center\, as the WAA & DNR present our next Annual Conference! We will have a plethora of fabulous speakers on tap you won’t want to miss! \n\n \n \n\nHotel Information \nReservations can now be made for the annual conference.  We have blocks in three hotels this year! IMPORTANT!! The Hyatt and Hampton are sold out.  Hotel Northland still has rooms available. \nHyatt (host hotel)= Attached to KI Convention Center at 333 Main St. $112/night for a double\, $132/night for a triple\, $152/night for a quad occupancy\, 402-592-6464 or 888-421-1442 or online https://www.hyatt.com/en-US/group-booking/GRBRG/G-WA20 \nHampton Inn = Attached to KI Convention Center at 201 Main St.\, $119/night for a double queen\, 920-437-5900.  Indicate you are with the Arborist Group Block. \nHotel Northland – 1 block from KI Convention Center at 302 N. Adams St.\, $109/night for a standard king\, $129/night for a double queen\, 855-999-0104 or 920-393-7499.  Indicate you are part of the WI Arborist Association Room Block or use this link: https://www.marriott.com/event-reservations/reservation-link.mi?id=1573249862717&key=GRP&app=resvlink \nAlternative Hotels \nQuality Inn = 0.6 mi. from KI Convention Center at 321 S. Washington St.\, 920-437-8771 \nSt. Brendan’s Inn = 0.6 mi. from KI Conv Center at 234 S. Washingtion St.\, 920-884-8484 \nHawthorn Suites = 2.7 mi. from KI Conv Center at 335 W. Joseph St.\, 920-435-2222 \nMore can be found at:http://www.kiconventioncenter.org/explore-green-bay/hotels-and-overflow-facilities \n\nRegistration Information \nDownload the Conference Brochure. \nRegistration available online until February 11th.  Registration is now closed. \nDownload the Schedule and Location of Events Addendum so you can plan out your conference agenda and to see how many ceu’s/ctsp’s are being offered per session. \nA Conference App will be available again this year.  Please provide emails for all conference attendees so you have access to this! \n\nBrief Overview of the Speaker Line-up (just to name a few) \nJohn Ball – South Dakota State University\, ANSI Z133 Update and Tree Support SystemsLinda Chalker Scott – Washington State University\, Is It Environmentally Ethical to Plant Non-Native Trees & Shrubs? and Sustainable Landscaping: Easier on Your Back\, Your Wallet\, and the EnvironmentRichard Gessner – Monarch Consulting Arborists LLC\, Infrastructure Conflicts: Trees\, Roots and Engineering Considerations and Construction Management and Tree Protection: Case Studies\, Ordinances\, and BMP’sChad Giblin – University of Minnesota\, What Trees Will We Be Sitting Under in 2050? and Elm Cultivars & Dutch Elm Disease UpdateJohn Goodfellow – BioCompliance Consulting\, Inc.\, Introducing the New ISA BMP: Utility Tree Risk Assessment and The Business Case of IVMNorm Hall – AllGear Inc.\, Rigging and Aerial RescueGeoff Kempter – Asplundh Tree Experts\, LLC\, Danger>Hazard>Risk: A Review of Terminology and Improving Public Perception of Utility ROW CorridorsJay Maier – Green Collar Consultants\, Good Leadership: The Key Ingredient and Being the Right Person for the PromotionRandy Miller – CNUC\, Tree Biology and Pruning for Clearance and Are You a Leader or a Boss?Glen Stanosz – UW–Madison\, Mushrooms\, Conks\, and the “Profiles” of Decay Fungi and Wacky Weather and Tree HealthKathleen Wolf – University of Washington\, Good Health Grows on Trees: The Research Evidence and Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED) in Urban Natural Areas: Social Dimensions \nMany more astonishing speakers are lined up for this event. Back again this year\, the Practical Arborists Solution Sessions (was called Ask the Experts Booths for Practical Arborists last year) will be located in the Exhibit Hall on Monday. Arbor-Master Trivia will be back on Sunday night – it went over extremely well the last couple years. New this year on Sunday evening\, the WAA will host a Women’s Networking Event for women and men to gather together to talk trees\, socialize\, and network. The ever-popular FermenTreEvent on Monday evening will also be back\, along with many other networking opportunities. More details will be available soon on the website and the brochure will be in the mail in the next few weeks. Hope to see you there! URL:https://www.waa-isa.org/tribe-events/2020-waa-dnr-annual-conference-2/ LOCATION:KI Convention Center\, 333 Main St.\, Green Bay\, WI\, 54301\, United States CATEGORIES:WAA Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.waa-isa.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/logos-for-2020-annual.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200209T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200213T170000 DTSTAMP:20260421T185050 CREATED:20191119T164725Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200211T232729Z UID:10000052-1581235200-1581613200@www.waa-isa.org SUMMARY:TCI Winter Management Conference DESCRIPTION:Join hundreds of like-minded tree care professionals for five days of sharing knowledge with industry peers\, finding solutions for your business in today’s complicated world\, and celebrating successes and milestones with your colleagues. You deserve this – you work hard\, but hopefully you play hard\, too\, so let’s not forget the tours and fun recreational opportunities that come with being on a beautiful island!\n\nThis is a must-attend event for business owners and managers. You can’t afford to miss out! URL:https://www.waa-isa.org/tribe-events/tci-winter-management-conference/ LOCATION:Marriot Puerto Vallarta Resort & Spa\, Paseo La Marina Norte 435\, Jalisco\, Puerto Vallarta\, 48354\, Mexico END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200207T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200209T160000 DTSTAMP:20260421T185050 CREATED:20191126T172507Z LAST-MODIFIED:20191126T172707Z UID:10000053-1581076800-1581264000@www.waa-isa.org SUMMARY:2020 Garden & Landscape Expo DESCRIPTION: URL:https://www.waa-isa.org/tribe-events/2020-garden-landscape-expo/ LOCATION:Alliant Energy Center\, 1919 Alliant Energy Center Way\, Madison\, WI\, 53713\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200204T070000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200204T163000 DTSTAMP:20260421T185050 CREATED:20200115T173011Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220713T191557Z UID:10000058-1580799600-1580833800@www.waa-isa.org SUMMARY:Plant Healthcare Seminar: Preserving Majestic Oak Trees in the Landscape DESCRIPTION:Oaks play a major role in our urban landscape. From their massive structure to their iconic leaves\, these trees are truly majestic. In this seminar we will have various speakers from across the industry talk about how best to manage these trees and protect them from insects and diseases. We will also touch on popular oak cultivars and where they thrive in the landscape.\n\nGo to https://www.treecarescience.com/articles/events/2020-seminar-boerner for more information and to register.\nCEU’s will be provided.\n\nPresented by Rainbow Treecare Scientific Advancements URL:https://www.waa-isa.org/tribe-events/plant-healthcare-seminar-preserving-majestic-oak-trees-in-the-landscape/ LOCATION:Boerner Botanical Gardens\, 9400 Boerner Drive\, Hales Corners\, WI\, 53130\, United States CATEGORIES:Green Industry Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.waa-isa.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/oak-tree-below.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200114T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200114T140000 DTSTAMP:20260421T185050 CREATED:20190524T052633Z LAST-MODIFIED:20191223T171448Z UID:10000017-1579006800-1579010400@www.waa-isa.org SUMMARY:Free TREE Fund Webinar: Soil Assessment for Urban Trees DESCRIPTION:Dr. Bryant Scharenbroch\nAssistant Professor\, UW-Stevens Point\nThe Morton Arboretum\, will cover how soil quality is assessed and discuss how this can be used for urban tree management in his upcoming webinar. Join him as he explores how this information can be applied to real world situations for the arborist and urban forester. Space is limited\, so please sign up early to join the live broadcast! \nCEU’s are available. \nBrought to you by Utah State University Forestry Extension. \n  URL:https://www.waa-isa.org/tribe-events/free-tree-fund-webinar-remediating-compacted-soils-compromised-%ef%bb%bfby-urban-construction/ CATEGORIES:Green Industry Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.waa-isa.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/treefund-webinar.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200110T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200110T153000 DTSTAMP:20260421T185050 CREATED:20191212T172636Z LAST-MODIFIED:20191212T172929Z UID:10000055-1578643200-1578670200@www.waa-isa.org SUMMARY:ASTI Rigging for Arboriculture Workshop DESCRIPTION:When: January 10\, 2020 \nWhere:  Downs Fire Dept.\, 102 W. Main St.\, Downs\, IL 61736 \nCost: $35 \nCEU’s will be available. \nThis full day workshop will focus on rigging forces that are put into a tree and the equipment we use.  We will take a look at rigging equipment and determine best practices for it.  This course will also have an emphasis on work positioning whether climbing or using an aerial device.  All A.N.S.I standards that are applicable will also be examined. \nInstructor – Todd Kramer\, CTSP\, Kramer Tree Specialists URL:https://www.waa-isa.org/tribe-events/asti-rigging-for-arboriculture-workshop/ LOCATION:Downs Fire Department\, 102 W. Main St.\, Downs\, IL\, 61736\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.waa-isa.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/ASTI-Rigging-pic-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200110 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200111 DTSTAMP:20260421T185050 CREATED:20191119T150251Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201105T183010Z UID:10000047-1578614400-1578700799@www.waa-isa.org SUMMARY:WAA Day of Service Applications Due DESCRIPTION:Please download this application and email it back to Jake Kubisiak.\n2020 WAA Day Of Service Application URL:https://www.waa-isa.org/tribe-events/waa-day-of-service-applications-due/ END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR