Certified Arborist Training Program

Western Chapter of the International Society of Arboriculture Request for Proposal For Certified Arborist Training Program The Western Chapter of the International Society of Arboriculture is seeking proposals from qualified individuals or firms to undertake the development and the delivery of a training program for individuals that wish to take the International Society of Arboriculture Certified Arborist exam. If you would like to put in for this RFP please contact the chapter office by email repperson@wcisa.net, as soon as possible but no later then needed in order to meet the submittal deadline. Proposals will be accepted only via email to repperson@wcisa.net by February 28, 2009. Submittals received after this day and time will not be accepted.

75th WCISA Annual Conference

Grant Opportunities

Concept Proposal Urban Forestry Grant Program Urban Greening & Urban Forestry: Education Grant Urban Greening and Urban Forestry: Innovative Projects Grant Urban Forestry Grant Program Procedural Guide Urban Forestry: Inventory Grant Urban Forestry: Management Plan Grant

Congratulations to WCISA Men’s Climbing Champion

Congratulations to WCISA Men’s Climbing Champion, Jared Abrojena for a GREAT SHOWING at the international competition in St. Louis. Jared was ON FIRE – 1st place in Aerial Rescue, Footlock and Belayed Speed Climb events – 4th overall in the Master’s Challenge. Jared also won the head to head footlock with a personal best time of 14.01! Way to go Jared! For all the scores and results, visit http://itcc.isa-arbor.com/results/2008results.aspx To read about the event in the WALL STREET JOURNAL, visit http://online.wsj.com/article/SB121738262344995753.html

2008 TREE CLIMBING CHAMPIONSHIP

Congratulations to Jared Abrojena and Jessica Petrini - WCISA Chapter Tree Climbing Champions - Join us in St. Louis as we "root" them on at the International Tree Climbing Competition - July 26 and 27, 2007! Click here for a list of the final scores. Check out the great media coverage at: http://www.egcitizen.com http://www.sacbee.com/elkgrove/story/1014538.html http://www.ucsc.edu/news_events/text.asp?pid=2299 http://pressbanner.com/content/view/1444/25/

2008 WCISA ANNUAL CONFERENCE

Over 450 arborists and tree care professionals gathered in San Jose, CA for the 74th annual conference and trade show – Roots, Shoots and Research.   A grand time was had by all.    Click here to check out the business meeting powerpoint   Click here to download Dr. Roger Funk's Keynote Address

Britton Fund Ride

TOUR DE TREES

Support your WCISA Riders ·         Gary Abrojena ·         Doug Anderson ·         Randy Hopp ·         John Misemer ·         Bob Squibb ·         You? Visit www.tourdestrees.org to find our how you can make a difference, Globally!