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Volunteers Needed for Statewide Tree Planting
WCISA has partnered with Invest from the Ground Up once again for a new state-wide tree planting event, CIRCLE. The California Initiative to Reduce Carbon and Limit Emissions (CIRCLE) will take place October 22, 2016 in nine cities across California.
Volunteer arborists are needed at each site to provide planting guidance to general volunteers.
Cities include Anaheim, Baldwin Park, Bellflower, Ceres, Chula Vista, La Puente, Ontario, Paramount, and Tracy.
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November 5, 2016
Stockton, CA
Our volunteer workday will be at Pixie Woods in Stockton on November 5th! Mark your calendar, it's always fun for the whole family. In exchange for our volunteer tree work, the Britton Fund receives a huge donation from PG&E! Click the image to watch our video from our last workday at Fairyland!
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Upcoming Revisions to ANSI A300 Industry Standards
As industry participants, we have the ability to review and comment on the changes to existing standards or proposed new standards. This is how the ANSI consensus standards process works.
Two very important ANSI A300 industry standards are being revised: Part 1 Pruning and Part 9 Tree Risk Assessment. The drafts are open for review and comment until October 3, 2016. If you have any questions, please contact Torrey Young or Rick Gessner, two WCISA members that serve on the committee as the ASCA rep and alternate, or Gordon Mann a WCISA member who serves on the committee as the SMA alternate, or you can contact any other ASCA A300 committee member you know to discuss your comments and ideas with. The committee members are listed in the front of the standards booklets.
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Host a TRAQ Course and Exam!
We're on the hunt for more TRAQ venues for the Spring!
If your city would like to host a TRAQ course for three days, please contact Ryan Pendleton at ryan@wcisa.net.
Interested in becoming qualified, contact Rita Franco rita@wcisa.net
to be added to a list for future dates and locations.
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CEU Resources
Looking for more CEU opportunities? Don't forget to check out our Alternative CEU Resources page! It links to podcasts, online quizzes and more - accessible to you no matter your proximity to our regional conferences!
Here's the link.
New Online CEU Article Collections Available from ISA
Previously available only in print format, you can now purchase and access ISA's Collections of CEU Articles electronically along with the accompanying CEU quizzes, previously printed in Arborist News. The complete set of articles can help you earn up to 95.75 CEUs!
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Job Listings
In the market for a new job in arboriculture? Look no further than the WCISA
website! For details about posting a job listing please email
mary@wcisa.net. Listings are $50 per month.
- U.S. Landscape Tree Care Division seeks Certified Arborist, Las Vegas, NV
- Green Horizons Landscape seeks Certified Tree Climber/Arborist, Escondido, CA
- SRP seeks Utility Forester, AZ
- Cagwin and Doward seeks Tree Care Managers, Northern California
- Integrity Tree seeks Tree Climbers, Phoenix, AZ
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The Foundation of Success in our Urban Forests: ISA Certifications & ANSI Standards
October 7, 2016
Palo Alto, CA
Join us for a day of learning how to make your certification work for you! We'll be covering the evolution and changes to the Tree Risk Assessment BMP and Managing Trees During Construction BMP. We'll talk about how an ANSI Standard is created by user participation. How would you differentiate yourself in the marketplace by using industry standards and certifications? Come find out!.
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All About Roots
October 13, 2016
Santa Barbara, CA
Join us as we dive into the world and workings of tree roots! We'll start the day off with a
comprehensive review of anatomy and physiology of roots to set the tone for the day. We'll see state of the art improvements leading to greater nursery stock production. You will learn how drought and disease effects root systems. Bartlett Tree Experts will give us an inside look into their most recent root pruning and soil invigoration experiments! You'll have a chance to purchase The Britton Fund's "Reducing Infrastructure Damage by Tree Roots" by Larry Costello.
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Outside Influences on Urban Forest Health
October 14 - 15, 2016
Arcata, CA
This program will cover the many facets of our daily Arboricultural life. It will be a useful tool as well as Soils and Mulches, also we will be reviewing new pests in our industry along with "Policy and Non-native Forest Pests". Additional topics include "Protecting Trees During Construction and Landscaping". This workshop offers information for all levels of arborists.
Stay the night for the Humboldt Botanical Gardens Docent tour on Saturday, October 15th at 10:30 am. They'd like us to study their weather-beaten Cercis Canidensis. For camping information please contact Jimi Scheid at James.Scheid@fire.ca.gov. Camping will take place at Van Duzen County Park for Thursday, Friday and/or Saturday night.
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Climbing Skills Workshop with A Plus Tree, Inc.
October 28, 2016
Benicia, CA
This workshop will provide tree care professionals with affordable hands-on training by volunteer instructors that have numerous years of field and competition experience. Climbers will increase their enjoyment and productivity, become more confident and efficient, and gain skills with new tricks and tips with a 6 to 1 ratio with instructors.
From entry level to intermediate, this program will offer information and training for all levels. All participants will learn the latest innovative techniques from skilled and qualified climbers.
Climbing Stations:
- Learn to climb - Understand your equipment and knots
- Setting your climbing line - Practice your throw line
- Methods of entry - Footlock, body thrust, self belay, etc.
- Planning & Workclimb - Maneuvers, limb walk, and safety
- Aerial rescue - Practice the techniques necessary to save
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Annual Pest and Disease Conference
November 17, 2016
Saratoga, CA
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Arboriculture Classes at Cuyamaca College
Fall 2016
El Cajon, CA
Three Arboriculture classes are offered this fall in the Ornamental Horticulture program at Cuyamaca College! Safe Work Practices in Tree Climbing (OH264), Science in Practice for Arboriculture (OH266) and Urban Forestry (OH263). These are one-unit courses offered in a short format - from just 5 to 10 weeks. Our climbing class gives students an intensive training and hands-on learning experience in the basics of tree climbing and working with a chainsaw. Science in Practice will focus on the core subjects in the International Society of Arboriculture's Certified Arborist Exam. Urban Forestry covers basic concepts in this important and expanding sector of arboriculture. Join us for all 3 classes to round out your education in Arboriculture! Remember, each college unit completed in Arboriculture counts for 10 ISA CEU's. Check Cuyamaca College's class schedule
here. Contact
Leah Rottke for more details.
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River-Friendly Landscaping
September 14 - November 16, 2016
Folsom, CA
Teaching landscape professionals how to grow their business by growing earth-friendly and river-friendly landscapes.
The Green Gardener Training Program is ten weekly classes that cover:
- River Friendly Landscaping Principles
- Soil Health
- Mulches and Compost
- Irrigation (2 classes)
- Right Plant, Right Place
- Integrated Pest Management (IPM)
- Pruning for plant health
- Fertilizers & Turf Care
- Marketing your green gardener business
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ACTC 2016 Annual Conference & Workshop
September 16 - 17, 2016
Prescott, AZ
The 2016 Annual Conference and Workshop are designed to address some of the most current issues in our profession! We have an incredible line-up of experienced and knowledgeable presenters sharing relevant research and expertise. Some highlights include: Keynote Speaker Kathleen L. Wolf, PhD, Research Social Scientist with University of Washington, and Break-out Sessions: Tree Maintenance, Green Infrastructure for the Health of Trees and Communities and much more. ISA CEUs are available.
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ArborFest West presented by Samson
September 17 - 18, 2016
Sacramento, CA
Join us this September for our second ArborFest presented by Samson. This two-day demonstration workshop features some of our industry's best instructors. This is your opportunity to see live demonstrations from the best of the best in our industry, chat with vendors about the latest and greatest gear, and enjoy a great weekend with fellow arborists. SHERRILL Tree ArborFest is a demonstration only workshop - attendees will not be climbing
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Conifer ID and Use in the Landscape-2nd Session
September 24, 2016
San Francisco, CA
Puzzled by pines, spruces and firs? Does Cupressaceae leave you scratching you head? Conifer Identification and Landscape Use will give you the basic tools for recognizing various types of conifers. Taught in the field by Ellyn Shea and Dawn Kooyumjian, you will hone your observational skills and leave with a better understanding of these beautiful plants that add so much to our landscapes. This introductory class is open to landscape professionals as well as plant enthusiasts. 3 CEUs available for ISA Certified Arborists.
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The Landscape Expo
September 28 - 29, 2016
Sacramento, CA
Stop by and visit WCISA at booth 829
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Chipper Operator Specialist Workshop - Bailey's Warehouse
October 1, 2016
Woodland, CA
Take your crew to the next level of professionalism and safety with this course. Investing in training increases moral and builds confidence while your crew obtains skills and techniques to perform safely in one of the most dangerous professions.
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8th Western Hazard Tree Workshop
October 18 - 20, 2016
Bend, OR
Registration for the workshop is $295.00 before the early bird registration deadline of October 4th, 2016 (After October 4th, the registration will be $350.00) Single day registration is available for $150.00. Registration includes a copy of the proceedings, all conference sessions and refreshments during breaks, box lunches and drinks for all three days, an evening banquet at Deschutes Brewery Mountain Room, and bus transportation for the field trips.
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The Landscape Expo
October 19 - 20, 2016
Long Beach, CA
Stop by and visit WCISA at Booth 1230
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Desert Green XX - 20 Years of Desert Greening
Las Vegas, NV
October 20-21, 2016
Celebrate the 20th year of Las Vegas' premiere mix-opportunity - multi track educational programs - industry showcase - and optimum networking!
- Two days of Advanced Arboriculture
- Pest Management (with pesticide CEUs for Nevada, California, Arizona and Utah)
- Landscape Architecture
- Irrigation and Water Conservation
- Golf and Sports Turf Management
Great Value - $195.00 (thru 9/25)
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TCIA Expo
Balitmore, MD
November 10 - 12, 2016
World's largest tree care show.
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Partners in Community Forestry Conference
Indianapolis, IN
November 16 - 17, 2016
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ASCA Annual Conference 2016
Boston Park Plaza,
Boston, MA
November 30 - December 3, 2016
WCISA members receive discounted registration!
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