BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//TreeBuzz - ECPv6.15.14//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://treebuzz.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for TreeBuzz REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20130310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20131103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20140309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20141102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20150308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20151101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20160313T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20161106T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20170312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20171105T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20180311T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20181104T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20150308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20151101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20160313T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20161106T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20170312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20171105T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170222T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170224T170000 DTSTAMP:20260421T173111 CREATED:20170124T171316Z LAST-MODIFIED:20170124T171316Z UID:1235-1487750400-1487955600@treebuzz.com SUMMARY:ISAO Annual Conference: Marriott on the Falls Niagara Falls\, Ontario\, Canada DESCRIPTION:DRAFT CONFERENCE AGENDA…. HERE Check back! This is constantly being updated! (last update: 20 Jan) \nThe Education Committee is excited to announce the details for the ISAO’s 68th Annual Educational Conference and Tradeshow.   Next year’s event will be held at the Marriott on the Falls in Niagara Falls\, Ontario from February 22nd to 24th\, 2017.  \nThroughout the arboriculture industry\, arborists struggle to protect and care for trees in construction zones\, urban environments and other situations with influences beyond their control. The importance of including trees at the planning stage and the effectiveness of tree protection by-laws impacts the ability of arborists to maintain a healthy urban canopy.   In situations where the trees may not be the primary focus of the project\, preservation options may become limited and remedial actions are the only option. As these challenges face us\, there is potential to develop innovative tools to enhance and promote the care of trees for present and future generations.   With this Conference\, the ISA Ontario Education Committee aims to address the issues associated with trees in construction and environmental disruptions and to introduce innovative ideas and information. \n“Arboriculture:  In Theory & Practice”.  Save the Date! \nCONFERENCE HOTEL INFORMATION \nMarriott on the Falls 1-888-501-8916 6755 Fallsview Blvd. Niagara Falls\, ON L2G 3W7 \nBOOKING A HOTEL ROOM FOR THE CONFERENCE? We’ve negotiated a great deal\, but only for a limited time! Direct Booking Link HERE URL:https://treebuzz.com/event/isao-annual-conference-marriott-on-the-falls-niagara-falls-ontario-canada END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170207 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170208 DTSTAMP:20260421T173111 CREATED:20170124T171807Z LAST-MODIFIED:20170124T171807Z UID:1237-1486425600-1486511999@treebuzz.com SUMMARY:LONG ISLAND ARBORICULTURAL ASSOCIATION\, INC. 45th ANNUAL TREE SYMPOSIUM DESCRIPTION:LONG ISLAND ARBORICULTURAL ASSOCIATION\, INC. \n45th ANNUAL\nTREE SYMPOSIUM\nTuesday February 7th\, 2017 7am – 4:30pm\nAt Hofstra University\,  UNIONDALE\, NY Co-sponsored by the Hofstra University Arboretum DEC\, ISA\, CNLP & CTSP Credits Pending URL:https://treebuzz.com/event/long-island-arboricultural-association-inc-45th-annual-tree-symposium END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170131T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170202T170000 DTSTAMP:20260421T173111 CREATED:20161130T164445Z LAST-MODIFIED:20161130T164445Z UID:1173-1485849600-1486054800@treebuzz.com SUMMARY:Ohio Tree Care Conference DESCRIPTION:  \nJoin Colleagues to Learn and Celebrate 75 Years! \nNew Location AND New Format – Tuesday through Thursday\n \nClick on the following links for complete details: \n\nPrintable Registration Form\n\n\n\n Educational Opportunities\n\n\nHotel Information\n\n\nExhibit Space-Secure On Line Agreement\n\nExhibit Space-Printable Agreement \nView Exhibitor Floor Plan\nSponsor Opportunities \n\n  \n  Secure On-Line Registration Coming Soon! \n  URL:https://treebuzz.com/event/ohio-tree-care-conference LOCATION:Duke Energy Convention Center\, 525 Elm St\, \, OH \, Cincinnati\, OH\, 45202\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170129 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170131 DTSTAMP:20260421T173111 CREATED:20170124T170249Z LAST-MODIFIED:20170124T170249Z UID:1231-1485648000-1485820799@treebuzz.com SUMMARY:New York State Arborists Annual Conference DESCRIPTION:Descriptions \n\n\n\n\n\nSchedule of Events   (Register online here)\n\n\n\nSunday\nJanuary 29\n\n\n8 -11am\nISA Certified Arborist\, Utility Specialist\, Municipal Specialist\, and Certified Tree Worker Written Exam\n\n\n10am\nVendor move-in\n\n\n11am\nRegistration Desk Open (Lunch on your own)\n\n\n12-1:30pm\n  \nA. DEC Session: Hold on to Your Ash – Richard Buckley\, Director\, Plant Diagnostic Lab and Nematode Detection Service\, Ralph Geiger Turfgrass Education Center\, Rutgers University \nNative ash trees are under assault from diseases and insect pests. This 90 minute presentation covers all the potential threats to the species. Fungal and bacterial diseases will be covered as well as several insect pests. Plant Health Management strategies will be discussed with a strong emphasis on the primary threat\, the Emerald Ash Borer. (Approved for 1.5 DEC credits for Categories 2\, 3a\, 9; Approved for ISA credits: 1.5 Certified Arborist\, 1.5 Municipal Specialist\, BCMA-Practice; 1.5 CNLP credits)\n\nB. Tree Academy Session: Working on Trees after Storms – Mark Chisholm\, Aspen Tree Expert Co.\, Inc./Team STIHL \nTechnical tree removal is one of the most difficult tasks we tackle. Combine that with what happens after a storm rolls through and it can spell disaster. This talk will look at how storms can create hazardous environments to work in and some of the ways to solve these risky situations. (Approved for ISA credits: 1.5 Certified Arborist\, 1.5 Utility Specialist\, 1.5 Municipal Specialist\, 1.5 BCMA- Practice\, 1.5 TW Climber Specialist\, 1.5 TW Aerial Lift Specialist\, 1.5 CTSP credits\, 1.5 CNLP credits) \nSession sponsored by \n\n\n1:40-2:40pm\n  \nA. Cornell Pest Update: Making Pest Management Great Again: Things to Help You (and Our Trees) Succeed – Dan Gilrein\, Cornell Cooperative Extension of Suffolk County \nAttendees will learn about the new pests in the past year and others that persist or are expected to be serious\, such as emerald ash borer\, privet rust mite\, southern pine beetle\, arborvitae leafminer\, and gypsy moth.  The presentation will cover management options and include time for discussion and questions. (Approved for 1.0 DEC credits for Categories 3a\, 9 and .50 for category 2; Approved for ISA credits: 1.0 Certified Arborist\, 1.0\, 1.0 Municipal Specialist\, .50 BCMA-Science\, .50 BCMA-Practice\, and 1.0 CNLP credits)\n\nB. Tree Academy Session: Sonic Tomography-Minimally Invasive Testing for Decay in Trees – John Wickes\, CCPA\, CNP\, CA\, RCA\, CTRA\, TRAQ\, Wickes Arborists \nOne of the more interesting tools for allowing arborists to image the internal structure of a tree is the sonic tomogram. This is a device that uses sound waves to create a visual 3D representation of what is going on inside of a tree\, without using any drilling methods or tools. \nJohn is one of the few American distributors of this instrument and he is well versed in its use and application. He will review the history\, development\, setup and operation of the equipment\, as well as the uses\, limitations\, and role of the device for arborists and tree risk assessors. (Approved for ISA credits: 1.0 Certified Arborist\, 1.0 Municipal Specialist\, 1.0 BCMA-Practice\, 1.0 CTSP credits\, 1.0 CNLP credits) \n \n\n\n2:40-3pm\nRefreshment Break\n\n\n3-4:30pm\n  \nA. DEC Session: A Silent Epidemic in Oak: The Northern Migration of Xylella Fastidiosia – Richard Buckley\, Rutgers University \nBacterial leaf scorch in amenity shade trees is a modern threat to the urban forest. Of all the many shade trees that are affected by this disease\, Oak stands alone as a primary host. Discovered in oak in the late 1980’s in the Washington DC area\, bacterial leaf scorch (AKA: Oak Leaf Scorch) has maintained a steady march northward through New Jersey and is now routinely diagnosed by diagnostic labs from Oaks throughout the Northeast Region. Learn to recognize this chronic disease in your landscape. Cutting edge information will be shared regarding the biology and epidemiology of the bacterial pathogen as well as all the current attempts to manage this devastating disease. (Approved for 1.5 DEC credits for Categories 3a\, 9; Approved for ISA credits: 1.5 Certified Arborist\, 1.5 Municipal Specialist\, .75 BCMA-Science\, .75 BCMA-Practice and 1.5 CNLP credits) \nB. Tree Academy Session: New York Tree Law: All Bark and No Bite? – Laura Ayers\, Esq.\, Law Office of Laura E. Ayers\, Esq. \nAn overview of the laws affecting trees and timber rights in New York State. Topics to be addressed will include a review of the rights of adjoining landowners with respect to trees on or near a boundary line\, liability for cutting\, removing\, injuring or destroying trees or timber and damaging lands thereon\, notice provisions for damaged or diseased trees and the rights of an easement holder to remove trees from the property burdened by an easement. (Approved for ISA credits: 1.5 Certified Arborist\, 1.5 Municipal Specialist\, 1.5 BCMA-Management and 1.5 CNLP credits) \n \n\n\n4:40-6:10pm\n  \nA. DEC Session: The Cornell University Plant Disease Diagnostic Clinic Processing of Submissions and Identification of Noteworthy Plant Pathogens – Karen Snover-Clift\, Cornell University\, Plant Disease Diagnostic Clinic; Associate Director\, Northeast Plant Diagnostic Network (NEPDN); National Quality Manager\, NPDN \nAttendees will learn about plant problems in 2016 under current research at the Cornell University Plant Disease Diagnostic Clinic. Topics will include an overview of the role of the National Plant Diagnotic Clinic\, recent unpredictable weather conditions and how it has affected plants and plant diseases in the 2016 growing season\, clinic diagnostic responsibilities and findings over the past year through routine sample submissions and surveys and regulatory sample processing\, the significant pathogens seen through the year like Sudden Oak Death-Ramorum Blight caused by Phytophthora ramorum\, Phytophthora kernoviae\, Bleeding Canker on Horsechestnut\, Oak Wilt caused by Ceratocystis fagacearum and Thousand Cankers Disease caused by Geosmithia morbida.Click here to review the complete outline. (Approved for 1.5 DEC credits for Categories 3a\, 9; Approved for ISA credits: 1.5 Certified Arborists\, 1.5 Municipal Specialist\, 1.5 BCMA-Practice\, and 1.5 CNLP credits) \n  \nB. Tree Academy: Emerald Ash Borer Effects on Ash Tree Stability – Corey Shepard\, CTSP\, Davey Tree Expert Company\nThis safety session will examine the effects EAB has on the stability of Ash trees and non-traditional tools and techniques to manage trees that cannot support climbing and rigging operations. Attendees will learn a better understanding of how EAB effects tree stability\, visual effects of EAB on effected trees\, recommendations and guidelines for working on effected ash trees and unconventional techniques for removal of effected  ash trees unable to be climbed with conventional techniques. (Approved for ISA credits: 1.5 Certified Arborists\, 1.5 Utility Specialist\, 1.5 Municipal Specialist\, BCMA-Practice\, 1.5 TW Climber Specialist\, 1.5 TW Aerial Lift Specialists\, 1.5 CTSP credits and 1.5 CNLP credits) \n \n\n\n6:15-8:00pm\nMeet & Greet Reception with Vendors and 50/50 Raffle\n\n\nMonday\nJanuary 30\n\n\n\n6:30am-  3:30pm\nRegistration Desk open\n\n\n7-9:15am\nContinental Breakfast with the Vendors\n\n\n8:30-10am\n  \nA. General Session: Root Growth and Management in Urban Landscapes – Dr. Ed Gilman\, Professor\, Environmental Horticulture Dept.\, University of Florida \n  \nAttendees will learn how root management in the first 25 years after planting results in a sustainable urban forest that resists storms. Topics include making space for tree roots\, traditional urban landscape designs vs. designs that actually work and why\, root barriers\, managing root problems on large trees\, and more. You will be surprised at the amount of research and experience arborists have treating roots on established trees. There will be lots of photographs\, illustrations\, specifications\, and take-home messages. \n  \nLearning objectives: calculate soil space for trees\, implement preventive designs\, compare options for interfering roots\, evaluate trees for failure potential\, and more; beginners to advanced. (Approved for .50 DEC credits for Category 3a; Approved for ISA credits: 1.5 Certified Arborist\, 1.5 Municipal Arborist\, .75 BCMA-Science\, .75 BCMA-Practice and 1.5 CNLP credits)\n \n \n\n\n8:30am-12pm\n  \nTCIA Aerial Lift Training Session en Espanol – Leo Roldan\, SavATree\nThe Aerial Lift Specialist course helps you and your employees learn about aerial lift safety\, inspection\, preparation\, driving\, and operating guidelines. The program documents training for new employees or employees who need an aerial lift safety refresher. The session will be presented in Spanish. \nThis course is designed to give an additional credential to your tree care apprentices. It will help you document and verify that you have given OSHA-required safety training to all your employees according to their job descriptions\, as well as help employees feel they are part of an important industry with a career path \nThe course covers:\n• Aerial lift safety\n• Aerial lift inspection\, preparation and driving\n• General standards and guidelines for Aerial Lift operations\n• Preventing common accidents during Aerial Lift operations\n• Additional training topics of which Aerial Lift Specialists need to be aware\n• Electrical and environmental hazards during Aerial Lift operations\n• Additional truck backing guidelines\n(Approved for ISA credits: 3.0 Certified Arborists\, 3.0 Utility Specialist\, 3.0 Municipal Specialist\, 3.0 BCMA-Practice\, 3.0 TW Climber Specialists\, 3.0 TW Aerial Lift Specialist\, 3.0 CTSP credits and 3.0 CNLP credits) \n \n\n\n10-11am\nRefreshment Break with Vendors\n\n\n10:30am-\n12pm\n  \nA. DEC Session: NYS DEC Update – Catherine Ahlers\, NYSDEC Pesticide Specialist II \nAttendees will hear an update on pesticide application rules and regulations\, a review on rates and uses of labels\, discuss common violations and how to avoid them\, licensing and review record keeping and lawn care contracts. (Approved for 1.5 DEC Core credits; Approved for ISA credits: 1.5 Certified Arborist\, 1.5 Utility Specialist\, 1.5 Municipal Specialist\, 1.5 BCMA-Management\, 1.5 TW Climber Specialist\, 1.5 TW Aerial Lift Specialist\, 1.5 CTSP\, 1.5 CNLP credits) \n\nB. Tree Academy: Structural Pruning at Planting: Crucial for Upping Your Game – Dr. Ed Gilman\, Professor\, Environmental Horticulture Dept.\, University of Florida \nPrune at planting? We do that! Roots and shoots are best pruned at planting to correct structural deficiencies because most never get pruned again for structure. Nursery stock arriving with inferior structure WILL benefit. You will be shown you the way. There is sure to be plenty of discussion and disagreement. Come prepared to defend your position – Ed will.\n(Approved for ISA credits: 1.5 Certified Arborist\, 1.5 Municipal Specialist\, 1.5 BCMA-Practice and 1.5 CNLP credits) \n \n\n\n12-2pm\nAssociation Luncheon with Industry Awards and The Tree Fund Heads & Tail Raffle\n\n\n2-3:30pm\n  \nA. DEC Session: NYBG Plant Health Program and the Role of Plant Health Care Plays in Pest Management – Don Gabel\, Director of Plant Health\, New York Botanical Garden \n  \nThe NYBG Plant Health Program relies on Integrated Pest Management (IPM) to solve plant problems. This session will look at the role of plant health care plays in pest management and the principals of IPM which include the 4 components of:\n1. Host knowledge\n2. Monitoring (timing\, methods…)\n3. Decision-making \, putting it all together\, thresholds\, alternate controls\, how laws and regulations influence the process\n4. Evaluation process: did it work and has the problem been reduced to tolerable levels\n(Approved for 1.5 DEC credits for Category 3a; Approved for ISA credits: 1.5 Certified Arborist\, 1.5 Municipal Specialist\, 1.5 BCMA-Practice and 1.5 CNLP credits) \n\nB. Tree Academy: Tree Crown Reduction Strategies – Dr. Ed Gilman\, Professor\, Environmental Horticulture Dept.\, University of Florida \nTree damaged in storms\, or those growing too large for the location can sometimes be reduced to meet customer objectives. Other times\, it is more difficult. Learn all known methods of tree reduction\, and what happens when it’s done correctly. You will leave with a new understanding of this underutilized pruning method. This is sure to be a lively discussion! You will learn how to apply ANSI appropriate reduction strategies\, differentiate between reduction and pollarding\, apply reduction in lieu of tree removal; intermediate to advanced. (Approved for ISA credits: 1.5 Certified Arborist\, 1.5 Utility Specialist\, 1.5 Municipal Specialist\, 1.5 BCMA-Practice\, 1.5 TW Climber Specialist\, 1.5 Aerial Lift Specialist and 1.5 CNLP credits) URL:https://treebuzz.com/event/new-york-state-arborists-annual-conference END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20161220T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170117T170000 DTSTAMP:20260421T173111 CREATED:20170124T170838Z LAST-MODIFIED:20170124T170838Z UID:1233-1482220800-1484672400@treebuzz.com SUMMARY:Wisconsin Arborist Association Annual Conference DESCRIPTION:Annual Conference – February 19-21\, 2017\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe WAA teams up with the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources to present the WAA/DNR Annual Conference usually in the month of January or February. This three-day conference is intended for professional arborists\, community foresters\, nursery professionals\, park and recreation directors and staff\, tree care workers\, landscape architects\, green industry professionals\, community administrators\, volunteers\, and students to come together with top researchers and educators to learn the latest in research\, innovations\, and industry developments and issues. ISA Continuing Education Unit (CEU’s) credits and Certified Treecare Safety Professional (CTSP) credits are available for qualifying presentations. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHealthy Benefits to Enriching Your\nArboriculture and Urban Forestry Knowledge\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegistration now Online!\n\n\n \n\n\n\nAnnual Conf Registration\n\n\n>Conference-Full $225Daily- Sun. only $100Daily-Mon. only $110Daily-Tues. only $100Guest Daily-Meals only $55GuestFullConf-Meals only $115Student Daily Rate $35Student Full Conf $60\n\n\n\n \n\n\n  \nOn-line registration will be available through February 14\, 2017.\nWALK-UPS WILL BE WELCOME AT THE CONFERENCE. However\, the Early Bird pricing will not be available. Early Bird pricing will be available through January 31\, 2017. URL:https://treebuzz.com/event/wisconsin-arborist-association-annual-conference END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20161206T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20161207T170000 DTSTAMP:20260421T173111 CREATED:20161116T011016Z LAST-MODIFIED:20161130T163847Z UID:1155-1481011200-1481130000@treebuzz.com SUMMARY:Pruning Tour- Chisholm\, Gilman\, and Kempf DESCRIPTION:structural-pruning-tour-2016-7\n12/6/16 Finley Center Santa Rosa\, CA \n12/7/16 Howe Park Sacramento\, CA \n1/4/17 SD Botanical Garden San Diego\, CA \n1/5/17 Griffith Park Los Angeles\, CA \nQuestions?  Call us at 866-785-8960 REGISTER ONLINE AT WCISA.NET/EVENTS\nContinuing Education Hours: 6.5 – CA /  CTW / MS 4.5 – BCMA-P ~ 1.0 – BCMA-S 1.0 – BCMA-M\nStructural Pruning Tour Early December in Northern California Early January in Southern California\nWCISA Member Non Member Early  (Check online for cutoff) $80.00 $105.00 Regular (Check online for cutoff) $105.00 $130.00 Student/Senior $55.00 N/A v URL:https://treebuzz.com/event/pruning-tour-chisholm-gilman-and-kemf END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20161110T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20161112T170000 DTSTAMP:20260421T173111 CREATED:20141102T205346Z LAST-MODIFIED:20160918T211919Z UID:426-1478764800-1478970000@treebuzz.com SUMMARY:TCI Expo DESCRIPTION:Hosted by the Tree Care Industry Association (TCIA)\, TCI EXPO is the world’s largest tree care industry trade show and conference. \n This annual event combines the unparalleled value of a first class conference education and endless networking opportunities with the chance to meet with top industry leaders in business\, safety and arboriculture; check out live demonstrations; win prizes and giveaways; attend forums and roundtables; earn valuable CEUs\, and more. \nIn 2016\, thousands of tree care professionals will travel to Baltimore\, Maryland to participate in the 26th annual TCI EXPO. Why not see for yourself how your attendance will energize you and your tree care colleagues and aid you on the path to success? See you at TCI EXPO November 10 – 12 in Baltimore\, Maryland! \n*Stay tuned for TCI EXPO program content and registration\, which will be available mid-June\, 2016. URL:https://treebuzz.com/event/tci-expo LOCATION:Baltimore Convention Center\, One West Pratt Street\, Baltimore\, CT\, 21201-2499\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160511T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160511T210000 DTSTAMP:20260421T173111 CREATED:20160501T185242Z LAST-MODIFIED:20160501T185242Z UID:1011-1462986000-1463000400@treebuzz.com SUMMARY:NJAISA Spring Membership Meeting DESCRIPTION:SPRING MEMBERSHIP MEETING \nWEDNESDAY\, MAY 11\, 2016 NORTHEASTERN ARBORIST SUPPLIES \nKAREN AND VINCE DUJETS \n50 NOTCH ROAD\, WOODLAND PARK\, NJ 5 PM – 9 PM \nFEATURED PRESENTATIONS: \nPromptly at 5:00 pm – PSE&G’s “FIRE AND WIRES” \nBANDIT INDUSTRIES \nGROWTH PRODUCTS \nSTIHL\, INC. BOBCAT SKID LOADER \nALTEC NEW ENGLAND ROPES \nFEVA UTILITY 1 SOURCE FORESTRY \nBAYSHORE FORD NORTHERN ATLANTIC FINANCIAL \n“BARBECUE – STYLE” DINNER & REFRESHMENTS WILL BE PROVIDED \nAll NJAISA members are invited to attend\, to enjoy the food and fellowship with your professional arborist colleagues from around the state\, and to take advantage of the educational opportunities and professional advancement available in this spring program \nPlease send your RSVP on or before May 6 to: Northeastern Arborist Supply (973-837- 1390) or NJAISA office (fax 609-283-0040 or email njarboristsisa@gmail.com) so that we can plan accordingly. This event will be held rain or shine. \n COMPANY / NAME # ATTENDING \nDirections: \n(North or South): Take the NJ GSP to Rt. 46 west toward Clifton or Rt. 3 west towards West Paterson. Merge onto Rt. 46 west. Take Great Notch / Cedar Grove Exit. The exit ramp is Notch Road\, make a right into first driveway. \n(From the West): Take Rt. 46 East to Great Notch/Little Falls exit\, bear left follow Notch Rd. North over 46 bridge make immediate right once over the bridge and 2nd driveway on left (Reservoir Rd) URL:https://treebuzz.com/event/njaisa-spring-membership-meeting LOCATION:NORTHEASTERN ARBORIST SUPPLIES\, 50 NOTCH ROAD\, Woodland Park\, NJ\, 07024\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20160310 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20160312 DTSTAMP:20260421T173111 CREATED:20160123T201840Z LAST-MODIFIED:20160126T164850Z UID:922-1457568000-1457740799@treebuzz.com SUMMARY:NJAISA Garden State Tree Conference DESCRIPTION:NEW JERSEY ARBORISTS \nINTERNATIONAL SOCIETY OF \nARBORICULTURE \n  \nPRESENTS THE \n2016 Garden State Tree Conference \nMarch 10 – 11\, 2016 \nTropicana Casino and Resort \non the Boardwalk in Atlantic City \n  \nLOOKING for CEU’s \nContinuing Educational Unit’s will be available \nISA CEU’s – TCIA’s Certified Tree Safety Professional (CTSP) \nNJ and PA Pesticide Applicators Credits – NJ Community Forestry Credits – \n  \nNEW THIS YEAR \nTHIS YEAR AT THE CONFERENCE \nNewly Designed Lunch and Coffee Breaks with Exhibitors \nGreat New Menu Items \nSame price as the 2015 Conference \nSpecial Post-Meeting Workshop on Tree Biomechanics and Decay Interpretation on Saturday March 12\, 2016 \nOutstanding World Renowned Speakers \nTwo Full Day Sessions URL:https://treebuzz.com/event/njaisa-garden-state-tree-conference LOCATION:Tropicana Resort\, 2831 Boardwalk\, Atlantic City\, NJ\, 08401\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20151025T070000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20151027T170000 DTSTAMP:20260421T173111 CREATED:20150913T173738Z LAST-MODIFIED:20150913T173738Z UID:867-1445756400-1445965200@treebuzz.com SUMMARY:New England ISA Annual Conference DESCRIPTION:The New England Chapter of ISA is pleased to bring the Annual\nConference & Tradeshow back to North Conway’s newly renovated\nRed Jacket Mountain View Resort. \nScenic North Conway offers gorgeous views\, excellent outdoor\nadventures\, amazing history\, regional folklore\, local breweries\, terrific\nboutiques and outlet shopping. \nExplore this quaint New Hampshire town then come back and relax\nat the hotel or go wild in their water park. You won’t want to miss\nthis four-day\, family friendly opportunity.\n \n  \nCLICK HERE: http://www.newenglandisa.org/annual_conference.html URL:https://treebuzz.com/event/new-england-isa-annual-conference LOCATION:Red Jacket Mountain View Resort\, 2251 White Mountain Hwy\, North Conway\, NH\, 03860\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20151014 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20151015 DTSTAMP:20260421T173111 CREATED:20150913T174423Z LAST-MODIFIED:20150913T174516Z UID:870-1444780800-1444867199@treebuzz.com SUMMARY:NJAISA Annual TreeFund Golf Outing DESCRIPTION:NEW JERSEY ARBORISTS \nINTERNATIONAL SOCIETY OF \n         ARBORICULTURE \n  \n         PRESENTS THE \n  \n2015 TREE Fund Golf Outing \nPEBBLE CREEK COUNTRY CLUB \n40 Route 537 East\, Colts Neck\, NJ \nWednesday\, October 14\, 2015 \nRegistration& Breakfast 7:30 – 8:30 am / Lunch 2:30 pm \nShotgun starts at 9:00 am! \n  \nWe once again invite you to join us at the annual NJAISA Golf Outing\, held this year at this new location: PEBBLE CREEK COUNTRY CLUB in Colts Neck\, NJ. This picturesque 18-hole championship golf course was designed by legendary course architect Hal Purdy\, Pebble Creek Golf Club provides golfers with an enjoyable and memorable experience. The unique characteristics and differing landscapes of each hole present a challenge for accomplished players while remaining player-friendly for beginners. This year’s proceeds will benefit our bi-annual chapter challenge goal for the Tree Research and Education Endowment (TREE) Fund. Lots of fun\, drinks and food \n  URL:https://treebuzz.com/event/njaisa-annual-treefund-golf-outing LOCATION:Pebble Creek Golf Club\, 40 Route 537\, Colts Neck\, NJ\, 07722\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20150919T070000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20150920T170000 DTSTAMP:20260421T173111 CREATED:20150914T234110Z LAST-MODIFIED:20150914T234110Z UID:874-1442646000-1442768400@treebuzz.com SUMMARY:2015 North American Tree Climbing Championship DESCRIPTION:The North American Tree Climbing Championship (NATCC) provides a competitive but educational opportunity for working arborists in North America to demonstrate and exchange new climbing techniques and equipment\, as well as\,safe work practices. The NATCC also increases the interaction between various firms\, ISA North American chapters and members\, and provides positive public exposure for the profession in that region of the world. The event is managed by the North American Tree Climbing Championship Operations Committee. \nThe winners of this event represent North America at the annual International Tree Climbing Championship. \nDate: September 19\, 2015 – September 20\, 2015 \nLocation: Thompson Park\, Longmont\, Colorado\, UNITED STATES\nOrganizer: ISA and and the ISA Rocky Mountain Chapter\nContact Name: Jay Douglas\n\nContact Phone: 217-355-9411\, ext. 246 \n\n\nContact Email: itcc@isa-arbor.com\n\n\nWebsite: http://www.itcc-isa.com/events/regional/natcc/natcc.aspx URL:https://treebuzz.com/event/2015-north-american-tree-climbing-championship LOCATION:Thompson Park\, Longmont\, CO\, 80501\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20150604T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20150607T170000 DTSTAMP:20260421T173111 CREATED:20150113T235002Z LAST-MODIFIED:20150113T235002Z UID:612-1433404800-1433696400@treebuzz.com SUMMARY:Jambo DESCRIPTION:JAMBO\nCreate an approachable competition centered around the principles of safety\, innovation\, communication\, and the sharing of knowledge and new techniques. Tree climbing is evolving and changing; the Jamboree will be structured to keep pace with and embrace the boundless creativity of the wonderful people that make up our industry. \n  \nTogether we can create a down to earth competition where people are encouraged to experiment\, display\, and innovate. We can showcase our contenders\, the masters of our craft\, doing what they do best. Working. Our vision isn’t necessarily huge or enormous trees and plumbobs\, but instead it is of normal trees\, real life scenarios and realistic work practices. \n  \nJAMBO events are fun\, thats where we start. Family friendy\, engaging\, approachable and something people understand. Our events are simple. There are lots of things to do and prizes to win for spectators. \n  \nCLICK to sign-up for JAMBO Southern Illinois  Select a role.  Spectator or Volunteer.  Climber Spots Full. URL:https://treebuzz.com/event/jambo LOCATION:Meurer Family Compound\, 2437 Park Road\, Belleville\, IL\, 62220\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20150321T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20150322T170000 DTSTAMP:20260421T173111 CREATED:20150112T203232Z LAST-MODIFIED:20150112T203232Z UID:592-1426924800-1427043600@treebuzz.com SUMMARY:ITCC Tampa Florida DESCRIPTION:About ITCC\nProfessional tree climbing competitions are held around the world to provide a platform for arborists to learn about the latest in climbing techniques and innovations in equipment. They showcase the highest level of professional skills and safety\, providing a competitive learning environment for those working in the industry. \nThe competitions simulate working conditions of arborists in the field. Male and female competitors perform five different events during preliminary rounds. Each event tests a competitor’s ability to professionally\, and safely maneuver in a tree while performing work-related tree-care tasks in a timely manner. \nCompetitive tree climbing also introduces the public to the skills professional tree climbing arborists must use for safe\, professional tree work. \nTo learn more about tree climbing competitions or to see results of past competitions\, visit the International Tree Climbing Championship website. URL:https://treebuzz.com/event/itcc-tampa-florida LOCATION:ITCC\, 2501 River Hills Drive\, Tampa\, FL\, 33604\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20150317T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20150318T000000 DTSTAMP:20260421T173111 CREATED:20150210T140500Z LAST-MODIFIED:20150210T140655Z UID:704-1426550400-1426636800@treebuzz.com SUMMARY:Minnesota Shade Tree Short Course DESCRIPTION:Minnesota Shade Tree Short Course \n53rd Annual Minnesota Shade Tree Short Course\nMarch 17-18\, 2015\nBethel University\, Arden Hills \nDiversity and Urban Forestry \nA lesson in smart economics always includes diversity; diversity in resources\, worker skills\, products\, vendors\, and clients. Lessons in diversity for managers of urban forests and trees have ranged from cruel and unforgiving to a breath of fresh air and hope! Our landscapes with multiple tree species and a mix of young and old trees will continue to thrive while those dominated by only a few favorite trees will soon be starting over. \nJob descriptions\, duties\, and required skills haven’t escaped the influence of diversity either. Successful arborists are not only skilled at pruning and removing trees\, they have become skilled at diagnosing problems in tree biomechanics and hazard tree identification\, and at promoting their services through social media. Municipal urban foresters have become stormwater managers\, adept at conducting tree inventories and assessing tree canopy cover\, and educators. \nUrban forests do not favor males to females\, youthfulness to maturity\, or one alma mater to the next. Look closely at this year’s program and how diversity is at every turn. Figure out how you can best use your time to redefine and diversify your professional skills\, cultivate new friendships\, and sustain old ones. And most of all\, welcome back. \nGary Johnson\nMinnesota Shade Tree Short Course\, chairperson URL:https://treebuzz.com/event/minnesota-shade-tree-short-course LOCATION:Unnamed Venue\, 3900 Bethel Drive\, St Paul \, MN\, 55112\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20150305 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20150307 DTSTAMP:20260421T173111 CREATED:20141226T210425Z LAST-MODIFIED:20150201T172158Z UID:440-1425513600-1425686399@treebuzz.com SUMMARY:NJAISA Annual Conferece- The Garden State Tree Conference DESCRIPTION:2015 Garden State Tree Conference Program \nThursday March 5 \n– Havana Tower – 4th Floor – Bossa Nova Room – \n7:30  Conference Registration and Continental Breakfast in Exhibits Area \n– Havana Tower – 4th Floor – Castanet Room – \n8:00  TREE Fund Silent Auction opens \n8:15  Welcome:  Paul J. Gallagher\, Sr. – Fisherman’s Energy \n“Atlantic City Windfarm” \n8:35  Cynthia Mills \n“Coaching – What’s in it for Me and My Employees” \n9:35  Break with Exhibitors (sponsored by Bartlett) – Bossa Nova Room \n10:00  Cindy Harris \n“True Colors – Your Key to Improved Relationships” \n11:15  Cynthia Mills \n“Group Coaching Session” \n12:05  Lunch\, NJ A-ISA Elections and ISA Update – Mambo Room – \n(Sponsored by Stihl) \nConcurrent Session I – Climbing Arborist Track – Bongo Room – \n1:10  Tim Walsh \n“Safety\, Efficiency and Ergonomics of Production Climbing” \n2:00  Rip Tompkins \n“SRT- Is the Climbing Line Moving or Stationary?” \n2:50  Break with Exhibitors (Silent Auction closes) – Bossa Nova Room \n3:20  Tim Walsh \n“Safety Update: 2014 Statistics and what we can do about it.” \nThursday March 5 \nConcurrent Session II – Management Track – Castanet Room – \n1:10  Rick Weden \n“Working with Workers Compensation” \n2:00  David Callahan \n“The Future of Internet Marketing in the Digital Landscape 2015” \n2:50  Break with Exhibitors (Silent Auction closes) – Bossa Nova Room \n3:20  Rick Weden \n“Certificates of Insurance: what is and isn’t” \n4:20  Adjourn – Bossa Nova Room \nISA CEU’s and NJDEP Pesticide Applicator Credits \nNJ Community Forestry Program and CTSP Credits \nEnjoy the Atlantic City night life with  your friends and colleagues \n5:00 pm  Social Hour(S) at Chickie’s and Pete’s Crab House and Sports Bar – \n(Supported by New England Ropes) \nJoin us at an amazing location overlooking the boardwalk and beach.  Food and Drink will be available for our ‘Arborist” Social Hour. Experience Play2 at Chickie’s and Pete’s newest interactive sports bar. It allows guests to play Wii\, XBox 360\, PS4 or watch their favorite game on 50 HD TVs. Come and have a great time with your fellow arborists. \nVoted the #1 sports bar in America by ESPN. \n2015 Garden State Tree Conference Program \nFriday March 6 \n– Havana Tower – 4th Floor – Bossa Nova Room – \n7:30  Conference Registration and Continental Breakfast with Exhibitors \n– Havana Tower – 4th Floor – Castanet Room – \n8:00  TREE Fund Silent Auction opens \n8:30  Cynthia Mills \n“Differentiating your Leadership” \nConcurrent Session I – Climbing Arborist Track – Bongo Room – \n9:30  Richard Buckley \n“Tree Disease Fundamentals Part 1” \n10:30  Break with Exhibitors (sponsored by Northeast Stihl)-Bossa Nova Room \n11:00  Richard Buckley \n“Tree Disease Fundamentals Part 2” \nConcurrent Session II – Management Track – Castanet Room – \n9:30  Kelby Fite \n“Planning for Organic Management” \n10:30  Break with Exhibitors – Bossa Nova Room \n11:00  Kelby Fite \n“Designed soils in the urban environment: an investigation of what’s going on under the pavement” \n12:05  Lunch\, NJAISA Elections and ISA Update – Mambo Room – \nFriday March 6 \nConcurrent Session I – Climbing Arborist Track – Tambour Room – \n1:10  Rip Tompkins \n“Precision Felling Techniques and Working the 5-Step Plan – Part 1” \n2:00  Win Cowgill \n“Fruit Tree Management for the Arborist” \n2:50  Break with Exhibitors (Silent Auction closes) – Bossa Nova Room \n3:20  Rip Tompkins \n“Precision Felling Techniques and Working the 5-Step Plan – Part 2” \nConcurrent Session II – Management Track – Castanet Room – \n1:10  Paul Kurtz \n“Covering Your Ash: Emerald Ash Borer 101” \n2:00  Rob Gillies \n“Check your Attitude: In business\, sales\, safety\, or managing your crew\, the attitude you approach work with is key to success” \n2:50  Break with Exhibitors (Silent Auction closes) \n3:20  Paul Kurtz \n“Thousand Canker Disease\, Walnut Twig Beetle and Laternflies: \nComing to a Forest Near You? ” \n4:20  Adjourn   – Bossa Nova Room \nISA CEU’s and NJDEP Pesticide Applicator Credits \nNJ Community Forestry Program and CTSP Credits URL:https://treebuzz.com/event/njaisa-annual-conferece-the-garden-state-tree-conference LOCATION:Tropicana Resort\, 2831 Boardwalk\, Atlantic City\, NJ\, 08401\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20141108T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20141108T170000 DTSTAMP:20260421T173111 CREATED:20141102T205211Z LAST-MODIFIED:20141102T205211Z UID:424-1415433600-1415466000@treebuzz.com SUMMARY:NJTCC DESCRIPTION:NJAISA will be holding it’s NJTCC at Branch Brook Park on November 8\, 2014. It will be a special Master’s Challenge Invitational only. URL:https://treebuzz.com/event/njtcc LOCATION:NJTCC\, Branch Brook Park\, Newark\, NJ END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR