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SUMMARY:CHAINSAW SAFETY CLASS - LEVEL 1
DESCRIPTION:SAWW Training is an umbrella organization that promotes safe and efficient chainsaw use\, both professionally and recreationally\, and oversees the development of training curriculums and the training of trainers.  SAWW Certified Trainers are experts in their field.  They are required to have extensive sawing experience\, to participate in a rigorous certification process\, and to refresh their skills in an annual training course.  Certified Trainers stay current in regulation changes\, and in safety and utilization techniques. \n\n\n\nLevel 1Overview of the SAWW Training Program.  OSHA regulations and requirements.  Sessions on body mechanics\, personal protective equipment\, necessary tools\, saws\, tree felling\, and limbing\, bucking\, and topping. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nWhat to Bring: \n\n\n\nChaps and helmet (students may borrow instructors at no charge)Proper footwear (ie steel-toe work boots)Pack a lunchIf you have a chainsaw bring it\, the instructor will lend you one if you do not own one
URL:https://www.waa-isa.org/tribe-events/chainsaw-safety-classes-level-1/
LOCATION:Seno K/RLT Conservancy\, 3606 Dyer Lake Rd\, Burlington\, WI\, 53105\, United States
CATEGORIES:Green Industry Events
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SUMMARY:CHAINSAW SAFETY CLASS - LEVEL 2
DESCRIPTION:SAWW Training is an umbrella organization that promotes safe and efficient chainsaw use\, both professionally and recreationally\, and oversees the development of training curriculums and the training of trainers.  SAWW Certified Trainers are experts in their field.  They are required to have extensive sawing experience\, to participate in a rigorous certification process\, and to refresh their skills in an annual training course.  Certified Trainers stay current in regulation changes\, and in safety and utilization techniques. \n\n\n\nLevel 2Level One review.  Maintenance\, hands-on filing\, carburetor adjustment\, limbing techniques\, precision felling assessment\, and precision at the stump\, including notching\, hinge\, species differences and terrain.  Felling practice. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nWhat to Bring: \n\n\n\nChaps and helmet (students may borrow instructors at no charge)Proper footwear (ie steel-toe work boots)Pack a lunchIf you have a chainsaw bring it\, the instructor will lend you one if you do not own one
URL:https://www.waa-isa.org/tribe-events/chainsaw-safety-class-level-2/
LOCATION:Seno K/RLT Conservancy\, 3606 Dyer Lake Rd\, Burlington\, WI\, 53105\, United States
CATEGORIES:Green Industry Events
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SUMMARY:Webinar: Tick Talk - An Update on Tick Research
DESCRIPTION:Tim McDermott\, who previously presented information on tick research\, is providing an update on what’s going on in the world of ticks that may be of interest to anyone who make come in contact with this pest. \n\n\n\nTim just published a Tick Fact Sheet on the Asian Longhorned Tick; “VME-1035-Asian Longhorned Ticks in Ohio” which is now available on Ohioline at https://ohioline.osu.edu/factsheet/vme-1035
URL:https://www.waa-isa.org/tribe-events/webinar-tick-talk-an-update-on-tick-research/
CATEGORIES:Green Industry Events
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SUMMARY:Urban Forestry Today Webinar: They're Coming: Disease & Insect Pests of the 2022 Growing Season
DESCRIPTION:Join Brian Eshenaur\, NYS IPM Program @ Cornell University\, as he outlines the potential disease & insect pests of trees\, that may be present in the upcoming growing season. \n\n\n\n​To attend this Free Broadcast & receive 1.0 ISA CEU at no cost. \n\n\n\nclick here OR visit www.joinwebinar.com and enter 763-189-019
URL:https://www.waa-isa.org/tribe-events/urban-forestry-today-webinar-theyre-coming-disease-insect-pests-of-the-2022-growing-season/
CATEGORIES:Green Industry Events
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SUMMARY:iTree Town Hall Sessions
DESCRIPTION:i-Tree is a set of tools designed to help communities maximize the benefits they receive from trees.  We want to hear from YOU to help inform what the future may hold for i-Tree.  PLEASE lend your voice by attending one of our 3 Town Hall listening sessions and/or submitting written comments. \n\n\n\no   Each Town Hall session targets a specific user group but each is open to all users based on your schedule – in other words if you can’t make your preferred time\, or not sure which one best fits\, please feel free to choose any session.  All are welcome!! \n\n\n\no   If you cannot attend but are willing to provide written comments\, please click on any of the registration links and express your thoughts by answering one or all of the optional questions. \n\n\n\no   All sessions start at 12:00 pm Central/1:00 pm Eastern.  Please register for any session or click on any link to provide written comments: \n\n\n\n·       April 7\, Experienced users:    https://usfs.zoomgov.com/meeting/register/vJIsdOigqjwjHQdkznFS-TceVxkTnr0rJRE \n\n\n\n·       April 14\, Moderate users:    https://usfs.zoomgov.com/meeting/register/vJIscOmurj0sGJfj7qiXUtQ-jeOJ3O9SIDI \n\n\n\n·       April 21 Novice and future potential users:  https://usfs.zoomgov.com/meeting/register/vJItcOqgqDwsEkVFro5BuM-ZV65abCCwTI0   \n\n\n\nBackground: \n\n\n\ni-Tree is developed and maintained through a public-private partnership between the USDA Forest Service and  the Davey Tree Expert Company along with the support of many additional  cooperators.  The i-Tree Suite of Tools are freely available\, supported\,  and used worldwide.  The i-Tree Suite of Tools provides urban and rural forestry analysis and benefit assessment tools. The i-Tree tools can help strengthen forest management and advocacy efforts by quantifying forest structure and the environmental benefits that trees provide. \n\n\n\nWe need to hear from you\, the frequent\, moderate\, and novice or potential future user of i-Tree – the champions as well as those who have never used i-Tree but may be curious – to show up and lend your voice to help inform the future direction and potential future offerings\, including thoughts related to:   \n\n\n\nWhat are your thoughts\, reflections\, or critiques about your experience with or the importance of the i-Tree suite of tools.How could i-Tree better serve your needs?What is the greatest value add you’ve experienced using i-Tree tools?How might i-Tree assist your work related the tree equity?What barriers do you encounter that prevent you for realizing the true potential of i-Tree?What improvements would you like to see in i-Tree ?How important is i-Tree to the work that you do?\n\n\n\nPlease register to attend a listening session! 
URL:https://www.waa-isa.org/tribe-events/itree-town-hall-sessions/2022-04-07/
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SUMMARY:Growing Green: Apple Tree Grafting with Dan Bussey
DESCRIPTION:Apple Historian Dan Bussey is widely known for his expertise as the author of The Illustrated History of Apples In the US and Canada and his previous work as Orchard Manager for Seed Savers Exchange. Dan has been dedicated to the preservation and management of heirloom species\, and has brought many of them back from the brink of extinction. Although his work chronicles 16\,350 apple varietal listings\, he will be working with us to share the diversity of apples at the Riveredge Farm. Participants will learn how to graft 3 species of apples\, currently growing at our permaculture Farm\, onto M-2 semi-dwarf root stock. Registered participants get to take home and plant their 3 grafted apple trees. \n\n\n\nAges 16+
URL:https://www.waa-isa.org/tribe-events/growing-green-apple-tree-grafting-with-dan-bussey/
LOCATION:The Farm at Riveredge\, 2989 Hawthorne Dr\, Saukville\, Wisconsin\, 53080\, United States
CATEGORIES:Green Industry Events
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SUMMARY:Greenspace Preservation in Distressed Communities
DESCRIPTION:Dr. Cassandra Johnson\, Research Social Scientist with the USDA Forest Service\, will present research findings on the tension between distressed social conditions and environmental preservation in Atlanta’s South River watershed. Allen Doyle with the South River Forest Coalition will outline recent efforts the coalition has made to establish the “South River Forest\,’ which could include 3\,500 acres of both green and developed spaces. 
URL:https://www.waa-isa.org/tribe-events/greenspace-preservation-in-distressed-communities/
CATEGORIES:Green Industry Events
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SUMMARY:iTree Town Hall Sessions
DESCRIPTION:i-Tree is a set of tools designed to help communities maximize the benefits they receive from trees.  We want to hear from YOU to help inform what the future may hold for i-Tree.  PLEASE lend your voice by attending one of our 3 Town Hall listening sessions and/or submitting written comments. \n\n\n\no   Each Town Hall session targets a specific user group but each is open to all users based on your schedule – in other words if you can’t make your preferred time\, or not sure which one best fits\, please feel free to choose any session.  All are welcome!! \n\n\n\no   If you cannot attend but are willing to provide written comments\, please click on any of the registration links and express your thoughts by answering one or all of the optional questions. \n\n\n\no   All sessions start at 12:00 pm Central/1:00 pm Eastern.  Please register for any session or click on any link to provide written comments: \n\n\n\n·       April 7\, Experienced users:    https://usfs.zoomgov.com/meeting/register/vJIsdOigqjwjHQdkznFS-TceVxkTnr0rJRE \n\n\n\n·       April 14\, Moderate users:    https://usfs.zoomgov.com/meeting/register/vJIscOmurj0sGJfj7qiXUtQ-jeOJ3O9SIDI \n\n\n\n·       April 21 Novice and future potential users:  https://usfs.zoomgov.com/meeting/register/vJItcOqgqDwsEkVFro5BuM-ZV65abCCwTI0   \n\n\n\nBackground: \n\n\n\ni-Tree is developed and maintained through a public-private partnership between the USDA Forest Service and  the Davey Tree Expert Company along with the support of many additional  cooperators.  The i-Tree Suite of Tools are freely available\, supported\,  and used worldwide.  The i-Tree Suite of Tools provides urban and rural forestry analysis and benefit assessment tools. The i-Tree tools can help strengthen forest management and advocacy efforts by quantifying forest structure and the environmental benefits that trees provide. \n\n\n\nWe need to hear from you\, the frequent\, moderate\, and novice or potential future user of i-Tree – the champions as well as those who have never used i-Tree but may be curious – to show up and lend your voice to help inform the future direction and potential future offerings\, including thoughts related to:   \n\n\n\nWhat are your thoughts\, reflections\, or critiques about your experience with or the importance of the i-Tree suite of tools.How could i-Tree better serve your needs?What is the greatest value add you’ve experienced using i-Tree tools?How might i-Tree assist your work related the tree equity?What barriers do you encounter that prevent you for realizing the true potential of i-Tree?What improvements would you like to see in i-Tree ?How important is i-Tree to the work that you do?\n\n\n\nPlease register to attend a listening session! 
URL:https://www.waa-isa.org/tribe-events/itree-town-hall-sessions/2022-04-14/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220421T120000
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DTSTAMP:20260425T115912
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SUMMARY:iTree Town Hall Sessions
DESCRIPTION:i-Tree is a set of tools designed to help communities maximize the benefits they receive from trees.  We want to hear from YOU to help inform what the future may hold for i-Tree.  PLEASE lend your voice by attending one of our 3 Town Hall listening sessions and/or submitting written comments. \n\n\n\no   Each Town Hall session targets a specific user group but each is open to all users based on your schedule – in other words if you can’t make your preferred time\, or not sure which one best fits\, please feel free to choose any session.  All are welcome!! \n\n\n\no   If you cannot attend but are willing to provide written comments\, please click on any of the registration links and express your thoughts by answering one or all of the optional questions. \n\n\n\no   All sessions start at 12:00 pm Central/1:00 pm Eastern.  Please register for any session or click on any link to provide written comments: \n\n\n\n·       April 7\, Experienced users:    https://usfs.zoomgov.com/meeting/register/vJIsdOigqjwjHQdkznFS-TceVxkTnr0rJRE \n\n\n\n·       April 14\, Moderate users:    https://usfs.zoomgov.com/meeting/register/vJIscOmurj0sGJfj7qiXUtQ-jeOJ3O9SIDI \n\n\n\n·       April 21 Novice and future potential users:  https://usfs.zoomgov.com/meeting/register/vJItcOqgqDwsEkVFro5BuM-ZV65abCCwTI0   \n\n\n\nBackground: \n\n\n\ni-Tree is developed and maintained through a public-private partnership between the USDA Forest Service and  the Davey Tree Expert Company along with the support of many additional  cooperators.  The i-Tree Suite of Tools are freely available\, supported\,  and used worldwide.  The i-Tree Suite of Tools provides urban and rural forestry analysis and benefit assessment tools. The i-Tree tools can help strengthen forest management and advocacy efforts by quantifying forest structure and the environmental benefits that trees provide. \n\n\n\nWe need to hear from you\, the frequent\, moderate\, and novice or potential future user of i-Tree – the champions as well as those who have never used i-Tree but may be curious – to show up and lend your voice to help inform the future direction and potential future offerings\, including thoughts related to:   \n\n\n\nWhat are your thoughts\, reflections\, or critiques about your experience with or the importance of the i-Tree suite of tools.How could i-Tree better serve your needs?What is the greatest value add you’ve experienced using i-Tree tools?How might i-Tree assist your work related the tree equity?What barriers do you encounter that prevent you for realizing the true potential of i-Tree?What improvements would you like to see in i-Tree ?How important is i-Tree to the work that you do?\n\n\n\nPlease register to attend a listening session! 
URL:https://www.waa-isa.org/tribe-events/itree-town-hall-sessions/2022-04-21/
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SUMMARY:ISA Tree Risk Assessment Qualification (TRAQ) RENEWAL
DESCRIPTION:BASIC INFORMATIONHotel Information: https://www.fdl.com/Course Location: Lakeside Park \nPavilion \n555 N. Park Avenue \nFond du Lac\, WI 54935 \nFacility Map with Parking: https://www.fdl.wi.gov/parks/wp-content/uploads/sites/15/2021/07/Lakeside_Park-Map.pdf \nRegistration is now closed.\nSee Course Flyer for additional information. \nTo pay by check\, please use this form. \nCost: $220 ISA or WAA member/ $260 Non-member \nMax Capacity: 30 attendees \nRegistration Deadline: March 31\, 2022 \n \nABOUT THE COURSEThe 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. \nThe TRAQ Renewal Course consists of a 5 hour educational course followed by a 3 hour assessment that includes both a written and field component. It is required that you attend the course and successfully pass the assessment in order to renew this qualification. 5 CEUs available. \nHosted by: The Wisconsin Arborist AssociationInstructor: Mr. Don RoppoloDon Roppolo is the Manager of Arboricultural Training for Davey Tree. He has been working in the tree care industry for over 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. \nCOURSE ELIGIBILITYCurrent TRAQ holders can complete the course as early as three and one-half (3 1/2) years into their Qualification (18 months before your expiration date). Once your current expiration date passes\, you will need to retake the full course and assessment to be reinstated.  Once you have successfully passed the renewal requirements\, you will be given five (5) years from the date of your previous expiration allowing you to take full advantage of the five-year period granted with the credential. \nTENTATIVE AGENDADay 1: Educational Session and Exam (8:00am – 5:00pm)Course OpeningModule 1: Introduction to Tree Risk AssessmentModule 2: Levels of AssessmentModule 3: Target AssessmentModule 4: Site AssessmentBreak (15 min)Module 5: Tree Biology and MechanicsModule 6: Tree Inspection and AssessmentModule 7: Data Analysis and Risk CategorizationLunch (1 hour)Module 8: MitigationModule 9: ReportingPerformance-based exam (approx. 3hrs)Written Exam \nIncluded in your registration: –   course registration –   exam fee –   the TRAQ renewal manual (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) –   lunch\, beverages and snacks for the day \nTravel and lodging is on your own. \nWhat is required to bring to the class: – your government issued photo ID – your TRAQ Manual (shipped via UPS to the address you provide) – a mask\, 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  \n We will be following ISA’s Covid Protocols.  Masks will most likely be required.  More to come on this as we get closer to the event.  An email will be forthcoming to those registered for the course. \nSpecial Testing Accommodations Requests:If you have an accommodation request\, please complete the Special Accommodations Request Form and submit it with your application. You may find the form online at http://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. \nREAD REGISTRATION DISCLAIMER CAREFULLY BEFORE REGISTERING\nWAA will retain a $50 cancellation fee for all cancellations before the deadline. No refunds will be issued after the registration deadline. Registrations cannot be transferred to another individual. If you are registered and cannot attend the workshop due to Covid – your registration can possibly be moved to a future WAA TRAQ Renewal Course.  However\, you may be responsible for additional expenses depending on when your cancellation was received by WAA. For registration questions\, please e-mail admin@waa-isa.org.  \n 
URL:https://www.waa-isa.org/tribe-events/isa-tree-risk-assessment-qualification-traq-renewal-4/
LOCATION:Lakeside Park Pavilion\, 555 N. Park Avenue\, Fond du Lac\, Wisconsin\, 54935\, United States
CATEGORIES:WAA Events
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