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SUMMARY:2026 WPRA Annual Conference & Trade Show
DESCRIPTION:Save the Date! \n\n\n\n2026 Wisconsin Park and Recreation Association Annual Conference & Trade Show
URL:https://www.waa-isa.org/tribe-events/2026-wpra-annual-conference-trade-show/
LOCATION:Kalahari Resort & Convention Center\, 1305 Kalahari Dr\, Baraboo\, Wisconsin\, 53913\, United States
CATEGORIES:Green Industry Events
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SUMMARY:2026 Certified Arborist Study Group
DESCRIPTION:5 Week Workshop – Tuesday and Thursday evenings starting January 15 – February 12\, 2025. Every Tuesday and Thursday will be 6:30pm – 9:00pm. Over the 5 weeks (9 sessions)\, we will be covering each of the domains associated with the certified arborist exam. The following week (Monday\, February 16th)\, we will be offering a certified arborist exam in conjunction with the Annual Conference in Green Bay\, WI. The cost of the exam is separate and paid directly to ISA. Information will be forthcoming on the exam. The exam will be available for everyone\, not just class participants. So if you want to take the exam\, it is best to start the application process early. The cost of the annual conference is a separate fee as well\, if you wish to attend. Information will be forthcoming on the WAA website. \n\n\n\nThis is an VIRTUAL course.  You are welcome to register for the full course.  You can also choose to attend individual sessions.  2.5 CEU credits are available per session. \n\n\n\nLeading industry subject matter experts are the instructors and this study group is tailored to the working arborist. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLocation\n\n\n\nVirtual Zoom Meeting – Meeting invites will be sent out closer to the start of the course. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCourse Syllabus\n\n\n\n            Date                                  Instructor                              Class Domain \n\n\n\nThursday\, January 15th 2026Jake KubisiakTree Physiology and BiologyTuesday\, January 20th\, 2026  Glen Stanosz  Plant Health Care/Diseases and TreatmentThursday January 22nd 2026 Aaron SchauerSoil\, Water and NutritionTuesday January 27th\, 2026Matt KettnerClimbing and Safety Thursday January 29th\, 2026 Nathan SchuettpelzRisk ManagementTuesday February 3rd. 2026 Denny Fermenich  Tree Establishment and PruningThursday February 5th \,2026Don RoppoloTree Support and ProtectionTuesday February 10th\, 2026Denny FermenichTree ID and Selection Thursday February 12th\, 2026Dannell VanceTrees and Construction /Urban ForestryMon.\, February 16th\, 2026Franklin SeilheimerCertification Exam (NOT INCLUDED IN PRICING)\n\n\n\nOur instructors:\n\n\n\nJake Kubisiak– Consulting Arborist\, Wachtel Tree Science\, ISA Board Certified Master Arborist \n\n\n\nDr. Glen Stanosz– Emeritus Professor of Tree and Forest Health at UW-Madison\, and is an ISA Certified Arborist with the Tree Risk Assessment Qualification \n\n\n\nAaron Schauer– Program Director and Instructor of Arboriculture/Urban Forestry at Gateway Technical College \n\n\n\nMatt Kettner- Urban Forestry Specialist City of Cedarburg \n\n\n\nNathan Schuettpelz– Consulting Department Manager\, Wachtel Tree Science \n\n\n\nDenny Fermenich– City Forester\, City of Greenfield; Past president of WAA \n\n\n\nDon Roppolo– Past President\, Illinois Arborist Association; Davey Institute\, Director of Arboricultural Training \n\n\n\nDannell Vance- Urban Forestry Technical Services Manager at DPW Milwaukee \n\n\n\nFranklin Seilheimer– Urban Forestry District Manager\, City of Milwaukee\, DPW-Forestry \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCost:\n\n\n\n$225 – WAA Member – Full Course (the person attending the course must be a WAA member to receive this pricing!) \n\n\n\n$270 – Non-Member – Full Course (Includes one year membership) \n\n\n\n$35 – Single Session \n\n\n\n$90 – Study Guide (Recommended) \n\n\n\n$15 – ANSI Standards (Recommended) \n\n\n\nEXAM IS SEPARATE! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCancellation and Refund Policy\n\n\n\n\nRefunds will be made if requested on or before January 12\, 2026 with a $25 processing fee.\n\n\n\nThere will be no refunds for cancellations made after January 12th\, although substitutions may be permitted prior to January 15th.  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/started.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nQuestions or Need Help Registering?\n\n\n\nContact Tina Johnson through the Contact Us page on our website.
URL:https://www.waa-isa.org/tribe-events/2026-certified-arborist-study-group/2026-02-03/
CATEGORIES:WAA Events
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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/2026-02-04/
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SUMMARY:2026 Certified Arborist Study Group
DESCRIPTION:5 Week Workshop – Tuesday and Thursday evenings starting January 15 – February 12\, 2025. Every Tuesday and Thursday will be 6:30pm – 9:00pm. Over the 5 weeks (9 sessions)\, we will be covering each of the domains associated with the certified arborist exam. The following week (Monday\, February 16th)\, we will be offering a certified arborist exam in conjunction with the Annual Conference in Green Bay\, WI. The cost of the exam is separate and paid directly to ISA. Information will be forthcoming on the exam. The exam will be available for everyone\, not just class participants. So if you want to take the exam\, it is best to start the application process early. The cost of the annual conference is a separate fee as well\, if you wish to attend. Information will be forthcoming on the WAA website. \n\n\n\nThis is an VIRTUAL course.  You are welcome to register for the full course.  You can also choose to attend individual sessions.  2.5 CEU credits are available per session. \n\n\n\nLeading industry subject matter experts are the instructors and this study group is tailored to the working arborist. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLocation\n\n\n\nVirtual Zoom Meeting – Meeting invites will be sent out closer to the start of the course. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCourse Syllabus\n\n\n\n            Date                                  Instructor                              Class Domain \n\n\n\nThursday\, January 15th 2026Jake KubisiakTree Physiology and BiologyTuesday\, January 20th\, 2026  Glen Stanosz  Plant Health Care/Diseases and TreatmentThursday January 22nd 2026 Aaron SchauerSoil\, Water and NutritionTuesday January 27th\, 2026Matt KettnerClimbing and Safety Thursday January 29th\, 2026 Nathan SchuettpelzRisk ManagementTuesday February 3rd. 2026 Denny Fermenich  Tree Establishment and PruningThursday February 5th \,2026Don RoppoloTree Support and ProtectionTuesday February 10th\, 2026Denny FermenichTree ID and Selection Thursday February 12th\, 2026Dannell VanceTrees and Construction /Urban ForestryMon.\, February 16th\, 2026Franklin SeilheimerCertification Exam (NOT INCLUDED IN PRICING)\n\n\n\nOur instructors:\n\n\n\nJake Kubisiak– Consulting Arborist\, Wachtel Tree Science\, ISA Board Certified Master Arborist \n\n\n\nDr. Glen Stanosz– Emeritus Professor of Tree and Forest Health at UW-Madison\, and is an ISA Certified Arborist with the Tree Risk Assessment Qualification \n\n\n\nAaron Schauer– Program Director and Instructor of Arboriculture/Urban Forestry at Gateway Technical College \n\n\n\nMatt Kettner- Urban Forestry Specialist City of Cedarburg \n\n\n\nNathan Schuettpelz– Consulting Department Manager\, Wachtel Tree Science \n\n\n\nDenny Fermenich– City Forester\, City of Greenfield; Past president of WAA \n\n\n\nDon Roppolo– Past President\, Illinois Arborist Association; Davey Institute\, Director of Arboricultural Training \n\n\n\nDannell Vance- Urban Forestry Technical Services Manager at DPW Milwaukee \n\n\n\nFranklin Seilheimer– Urban Forestry District Manager\, City of Milwaukee\, DPW-Forestry \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCost:\n\n\n\n$225 – WAA Member – Full Course (the person attending the course must be a WAA member to receive this pricing!) \n\n\n\n$270 – Non-Member – Full Course (Includes one year membership) \n\n\n\n$35 – Single Session \n\n\n\n$90 – Study Guide (Recommended) \n\n\n\n$15 – ANSI Standards (Recommended) \n\n\n\nEXAM IS SEPARATE! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCancellation and Refund Policy\n\n\n\n\nRefunds will be made if requested on or before January 12\, 2026 with a $25 processing fee.\n\n\n\nThere will be no refunds for cancellations made after January 12th\, although substitutions may be permitted prior to January 15th.  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/started.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nQuestions or Need Help Registering?\n\n\n\nContact Tina Johnson through the Contact Us page on our website.
URL:https://www.waa-isa.org/tribe-events/2026-certified-arborist-study-group/2026-02-05/
CATEGORIES:WAA Events
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SUMMARY:2026 Certified Arborist Study Group
DESCRIPTION:5 Week Workshop – Tuesday and Thursday evenings starting January 15 – February 12\, 2025. Every Tuesday and Thursday will be 6:30pm – 9:00pm. Over the 5 weeks (9 sessions)\, we will be covering each of the domains associated with the certified arborist exam. The following week (Monday\, February 16th)\, we will be offering a certified arborist exam in conjunction with the Annual Conference in Green Bay\, WI. The cost of the exam is separate and paid directly to ISA. Information will be forthcoming on the exam. The exam will be available for everyone\, not just class participants. So if you want to take the exam\, it is best to start the application process early. The cost of the annual conference is a separate fee as well\, if you wish to attend. Information will be forthcoming on the WAA website. \n\n\n\nThis is an VIRTUAL course.  You are welcome to register for the full course.  You can also choose to attend individual sessions.  2.5 CEU credits are available per session. \n\n\n\nLeading industry subject matter experts are the instructors and this study group is tailored to the working arborist. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLocation\n\n\n\nVirtual Zoom Meeting – Meeting invites will be sent out closer to the start of the course. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCourse Syllabus\n\n\n\n            Date                                  Instructor                              Class Domain \n\n\n\nThursday\, January 15th 2026Jake KubisiakTree Physiology and BiologyTuesday\, January 20th\, 2026  Glen Stanosz  Plant Health Care/Diseases and TreatmentThursday January 22nd 2026 Aaron SchauerSoil\, Water and NutritionTuesday January 27th\, 2026Matt KettnerClimbing and Safety Thursday January 29th\, 2026 Nathan SchuettpelzRisk ManagementTuesday February 3rd. 2026 Denny Fermenich  Tree Establishment and PruningThursday February 5th \,2026Don RoppoloTree Support and ProtectionTuesday February 10th\, 2026Denny FermenichTree ID and Selection Thursday February 12th\, 2026Dannell VanceTrees and Construction /Urban ForestryMon.\, February 16th\, 2026Franklin SeilheimerCertification Exam (NOT INCLUDED IN PRICING)\n\n\n\nOur instructors:\n\n\n\nJake Kubisiak– Consulting Arborist\, Wachtel Tree Science\, ISA Board Certified Master Arborist \n\n\n\nDr. Glen Stanosz– Emeritus Professor of Tree and Forest Health at UW-Madison\, and is an ISA Certified Arborist with the Tree Risk Assessment Qualification \n\n\n\nAaron Schauer– Program Director and Instructor of Arboriculture/Urban Forestry at Gateway Technical College \n\n\n\nMatt Kettner- Urban Forestry Specialist City of Cedarburg \n\n\n\nNathan Schuettpelz– Consulting Department Manager\, Wachtel Tree Science \n\n\n\nDenny Fermenich– City Forester\, City of Greenfield; Past president of WAA \n\n\n\nDon Roppolo– Past President\, Illinois Arborist Association; Davey Institute\, Director of Arboricultural Training \n\n\n\nDannell Vance- Urban Forestry Technical Services Manager at DPW Milwaukee \n\n\n\nFranklin Seilheimer– Urban Forestry District Manager\, City of Milwaukee\, DPW-Forestry \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCost:\n\n\n\n$225 – WAA Member – Full Course (the person attending the course must be a WAA member to receive this pricing!) \n\n\n\n$270 – Non-Member – Full Course (Includes one year membership) \n\n\n\n$35 – Single Session \n\n\n\n$90 – Study Guide (Recommended) \n\n\n\n$15 – ANSI Standards (Recommended) \n\n\n\nEXAM IS SEPARATE! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCancellation and Refund Policy\n\n\n\n\nRefunds will be made if requested on or before January 12\, 2026 with a $25 processing fee.\n\n\n\nThere will be no refunds for cancellations made after January 12th\, although substitutions may be permitted prior to January 15th.  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/started.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nQuestions or Need Help Registering?\n\n\n\nContact Tina Johnson through the Contact Us page on our website.
URL:https://www.waa-isa.org/tribe-events/2026-certified-arborist-study-group/2026-02-10/
CATEGORIES:WAA Events
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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/2026-02-11/
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SUMMARY:2026 WAA/WIDNR Annual Conference
DESCRIPTION:It’s Gonna To Be a Hot One!February 15-17\, 2026Hyatt & KI Convention Center • Green Bay\, WI \n\n\n\nThe cold can’t keep us away from Green Bay! Join us for another round of the WAA & WIDNR Annual Winter Conference! The Program Committee put together another fantastic agenda this year. See details below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHotel Information Reservations can now be made for the annual conference.  The HYATT room block is CLOSED.  We have blocks in three hotels this year!  \n\n\n\nHyatt (host hotel)= Attached to KI Convention Center at 333 Main St. Conference rates: $124/night for single/double or $149/night for triple/quad occupancy\, 2 queen bed rate. For other room types\, costs vary. For the conference rate\, indicate you are attending the WAA/DNR Annual Conference or go to this link: https://www.hyatt.com/events/en-US/group-booking/GRBRG/G-N78X Please make hotel reservations before January 23\, 2026. The hotel will not hold rooms beyond this date. \n\n\n\nHampton Inn – (201 Main St.\, attached to KI Convention Center)- conference rate is $149/night for double queen or standard king. For the conference rate\, please call (920) 393-1821 and indicate you are with the Arborist Group Block or use this link: http://www.hilton.com/en/attend-my-event/grbhxhx-waa-1cffa33c-0c00-4faa-acc6-6e534ca56ff2/.Please make hotel reservations before January 16\, 2026. \n\n\n\nNorthland Hotel – (304 N. Adams. St.\, 1 block from KI Convention Center) – conference rate is $142/night for standard king or $162/night for double queen. For the conference rate\, please call (920) 393-7499 and indicate you are part of the WI Arborist Association Room Block or use this link: http://www.marriott.com/event-reservations/reservation-link.mi?id=1758381618669&key=GRP&app=resvlink. Please make hotel reservations before January 22\, 2026. \n\n\n\nAlternative Hotels \n\n\n\nSt. Brendan’s Inn = 0.6 mi. from KI Conv Center at 234 S. Washington St.\, 920-884-8484 \n\n\n\nHawthorn Suites = 2.7 mi. from KI Conv Center at 335 W. Joseph St.\, 920-435-2222 \n\n\n\nQuality Inn =0.6 mi. from KI Convention Center at 321 S. Washington St.\, 920-437-8771 \n\n\n\nMore can be found at:http://www.kiconventioncenter.org/explore-green-bay/hotels-and-overflow-facilities/ \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegistration Information \n\n\n\nDownload the Conference Brochure for the full agenda. \n\n\n\n\nRegistration available online until February 10th. WALK-UPS WILL BE WELCOME AT THE CONFERENCE AT DELAYED PRICING. \n\n\n\nEarly Bird Discount available until January 30th.  Prices will go up on January 31st.\n\n\n\nPRE-REGISTRATION IS NOW CLOSED!\n\n\n\n\nDownload the Conference Addendum for the schedule and location of all events. \n\n\n\n\nRegistration Fees: \n\nEarly Bird Registration: WAA Member $300\, Non-Member $325\, WAA Retiree $150 Full-Time Students $70\n\n\n\nSunday Only: WAA Member $150\, Non-Member $175\, WAA Retiree $75\n\n\n\nMonday Only: WAA Member $160\, Non-Member $185\, WAA Retiree $80\n\n\n\nTuesday Only: WAA Member $150\, Non-Member $175\, WAA Retiree $75\n\n\n\nDelayed Registration Fee (after January 30th): add $45 per person (except students)\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTo become a WAA member or renew your membership\, click here. Not sure if you are a member\, contact Tina Johnson at the link below for registration questions. \n\n\n\nREGISTRATION COST IS PER PERSON.  THIS MEANS THAT IF SOMEONE FROM YOUR COMPANY IS NOT A WAA MEMBER\, THEY DO NOT GET MEMBER PRICING! \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nSpeaker Line-up – SEE BROCHURE FOR COMPLETE AGENDA \n\n\n\nPaul Ahlen – (Owner\, Woods Walker LLC)\, Chainsaw Maintenance and Sharpening Demonstration \n\n\n\nZeus Arreguin – (Owner/Psychotherapist\, One Step Closer Therapy LLC)\, Break the Stigma: Is Your Mental Health Important? \n\n\n\nBeau Brodbeck – (Assistant Director for Field Operations/Affiliate Faculty\, Auburn University)\, 1. Motivations\, Barriers\, and Opportunities for Increasing Credentialed Tree Workers\, 2. Trees and Homeowners Insurance: A Need for Adoption of Climate-Smart Tree Risk Assessment \n\n\n\nIan Brown – (City Forester\, City of Madison)\, Joe Hansen (Village Forester/Tree Preservation Officer for the Village of Wilmette)\, Eric Petersen –(President\, ArboRisk Insurance)\,  Increasing insurance perception of tree risk \n\n\n\nDan Buckler – (Urban Forest Analyst\, WI DNR)\, Elton Rogers\, Bob Smail — (Urban Foresters\, WI Department of Natural Resources)\, Cemetery Forests Through Different Lenses  \n\n\n\nDan Buckler – (Urban Forest Analyst\, WI DNR)\, A Census of Wisconsin’s Entire Urban Forest \n\n\n\nNick Day – (Principal Program Manager\, ComEd)\, 1.  Innovative Remote Sensing Technologies in Vegetation Management: ComEd’s Journey and Insights\, 2. Building a Climate-Resilient Canopy for Your Electric Utility \n\n\n\nJoanne Edmundson – (Vice President &HR Manager\, Wachtel Tree Science)\, Nate Good – (Legacy Conservation Supervisor\, Operation Fresh Start/MSW Candidate\, UW–Madison)\, Hallie Ringhand – (Owner\, New U\, LLC)\, Mental Health CPR \n\n\n\nDrue Epping – (Director Pacific Northwest and West Coast\, American Forests)\, Closing the Canopy Gap: Using Tree Equity Score for Informed Urban Forest Planning \n\n\n\nJeff Epping – (Owner\, Jeff Epping Design& Consulting\, LLC)\, Great Garden Designs\, Healthy Trees: Never the Two Shall Part \n\n\n\nJohn Wayne Farber – (Director of Operations\, Hoppe Tree Service)\,  Certified Arborist Review \n\n\n\nSam Finco – (Owner\, The Arborist LLC)\,  1. Solving Rigging Challenges Before They Happen\, 2. Advancing Your Canopy Anchor\, MRS and SRS \n\n\n\nJosiah Georgeson – (Owner\, Strider Trees)\,1.Take Pride in your Pile\, 2. Don’t Play Russian Roulette with Your Rigging \n\n\n\nCole Hager – (Green Jobs Coordinator\, City of Milwaukee)\, August Hoppe – (President\, Hoppe Tree Service)\, Dannell Vance – (Urban Forestry Technical Services Manager\, City of Milwaukee)\, Growing Future Arborists: Youth and Pre-Apprenticeship Pathways \n\n\n\nRichard Hauer (Director of Urban Forestry\, Eocene Environmental Group)\, Ways to Benchmark Your Community Through the 3-30-300 Rule and More! \n\n\n\nLaura Jull (UW-Madison) – (Retired Associate Professor & Extension Specialist\, UW–Madison)\, Don’t Get Caught With Your Plants Down: Abiotic Tree Disorders\, Prevention and Solutions \n\n\n\nJeremy Kane – (Director\, Urban Tree Alliance)\, The Urban Woodland Project: Mapping\, Insights\, and Future Standards \n\n\n\nGary Kohler – (Owner\, GJ Kohler Trees & More LLC)\, Shelly Wollerman – (Owner/Operator\, Soteria Training Solutions)\, 1. Aerial Rescue Demonstration\, 2. First Aid Practice & Applications \n\n\n\nPJ Liesch – (Extension Entomologist\, UW–Madison)\, Reading the Tree Leaves: Using Clues from Plant Damage to Identify Insects \n\n\n\nLuke McCormack – (Scientist\, The Morton Arboretum)\, 1. Root Strategies and Leaf Tolerance to Drought 2. Hands on Roots \n\n\n\nBill McNee – (Forest Health Specialist\, DNR)\, Current and Future Urban Forest Health Issues \n\n\n\nJosh Mitchell – (Director of Vegetation Management\, Mi Energy Electric Cooperative)\, Cutting Time\, Not Corners: The Story Behind a Cooperative’s Cycle Reduction \n\n\n\nJohanna O’Boyle – (Owner\, Ursa Minor Tree Care)\, Lanyards: Work Positioning and Beyond \n\n\n\nTravis Orlando – (Sr. Operations Supervisor\, Wisconsin Public Service)\, Cody Rye – (Sr. Operations Supervisor\, Wisconsin Public Service) Electric Path to Ground\, LIVE ELECTRICAL DEMONSTRATION \n\n\n\nPhilip Potyondy – (Smart Tree Management Practice Lead\, Davey Resource Group)\, 1. AI for “Tree People”\, 2. Smart Tree Management: Superpower or Hoo-ha? \n\n\n\nRoz Remsen – (Technical Advisor\, The Davey Tree Expert Company)\, Oak Decline Research Update \n\n\n\nChad Rigsby – (Research Scientist\, Bartlett Tree Research Laboratories)\, “Bugs and Crud” \n\n\n\nDave Scharfenberger – (Retired Owner\, Wachtel Tree Science)\, An Arborist Trek to Mount Everest (with a safety message) \n\n\n\nZack Shier – (Commercial Account Manager\, Joseph Tree)\, Urban Oak Decline: Preservation and Management Options \n\n\n\nLuke Scheberl – (Instructor\, Mid-State Technical College)\, Urban Soil Management for Trees \n\n\n\nThomas Schumacher – (Certified Arborist\, Tree Health Management)\, Ascent Method \n\n\n\nWes Tregilgas –(Safety\, Education\, & Training Manager\, Wright Tree Service)\, 1. Fundamental Electrical Hazard Awareness: All About Arborists Working in Trees Adjacent To\, or In\, Utility Rights-of-way\, 2.Utility Storm Work: Unloading Wires Under Tension a Teaspoon at a Time. \n\n\n\nRobert Vanderhoof – (Research and Consulting SME\, Arbormetrics)\, Condition Based Vegetation Management: Aren’t We Really Talking About Asset Management? \n\n\n\nMore details are available on the brochure above. Hope to see you there! \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nWAA Retiree Information New This Year! \n\n\n\nTo try to keep retired members engaged in the WAA\, the WAA Board of Directors approved a motion to adopt a 50% conference rate for retired members with at least 10 years of WAA membership. Registration will be as normal\, just choose the WAA Retiree rate for the conference. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPoster Presentations \n\n\n\n\nWe will be hosting poster presentation sessions again in 2026. A poster presentation is a great way to engage with peer professionals in sharing novel ideas and experience in the arboriculture\, urban forestry\, and landscape horticulture field.\n\n\n\nPosters will be on display all day Monday and Tuesday morning.  Presenters will be available for questions during Breaks with the Exhibitors.\n\n\n\nFor more information and to submit an online abstract (250-350 words\, max) before Jan. 9\, 2026\, go to this link: http://www.waa-isa.org/tribe-events/call-for-poster-presentations-at-the-waa-dnr-annual-conference-3/\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n Ascent Event Climbing Competition \n\n\n\n\nMonday evening from 5:30-6:30 pm\, right before the blue light special\, the WAA TCC will be hosting an ascent event to see who is the fastest climber in GB land.\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\nPlease register separately for this event by Feb. 13\, 2026 at this link: http://www.waa-isa.org/tribe-events/ascent-event-climbing-competition-at-the-2026-waa-dnr-annual-conference/\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nExhibitor Information \n\n\n\n\nClick here for more information about the exhibitor booths. \n\n\n\nQuestions about becoming an exhibitor?  Ask Todd Haefke for more information.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSponsorship Information \n\n\n\n\nSponsorships are available! Click here for more information.\n\n\n\nTrack sponsors still available.\n\n\n\nQuestions about sponsorships? Ask Nate Schuettpelz for more information.\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 January 30\, 2026 with a $25 processing fee.\n\n\n\nThere will be no refunds for cancellations made after January 30\, 2026\, 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\nRegistration Questions? – contact WAA Chapter Executive Tina Johnson
URL:https://www.waa-isa.org/tribe-events/2026-waa-dnr-annual-conference/
LOCATION:KI Convention Center\, 333 Main St.\, Green Bay\, WI\, 54301\, United States
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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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: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: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: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/2026-02-25/
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