2026 Annual Conference
2026 ASCA Annual Conference
The ASCA Annual Conference is the industry's exclusive event that focuses on providing you with the tools and knowledge you need to thrive as a Consulting Arborist. Not only will you be exposed to education you can't find anywhere else, but you will also gain access to the best resources in the industry - our attendees. We look forward to getting together in Long Beach, California for top-tier education and networking!
Conference Highlights
Pre-Conference Post-Fire Urban Forestry Field Trip Workshop
Wednesday, December 2, 2026 | 9:00am-5:00pm
SOLD OUT - Click HERE to be added to the waiting list if a spot becomes available.
Gain valuable, real-world insights from local urban forestry experts and consulting arborists as they examine the lasting impacts of the devastating Los Angeles urban fires. This guided field trip to Altadena and Pasadena explores best practices for assessing and managing trees in fire-affected urban communities. Along the way, participants will discuss tree risk assessment, urban forest management and fire response planning, tree mortality, conservation strategies, and working with homeowners to preserve fire-damaged trees. The return trip will conclude with an important discussion on insurance considerations, providing practical knowledge that can be applied to future post-fire response and recovery efforts.
Boxed lunch will be provided. Participants are encouraged to bring refillable water bottle. Capacity will be limited to 50 participants
Post-Conference Optional Afternoon Activity: LA County Arboretum & Botanic Gardens
Saturday, December 5, 2026 | 1:30pm-6:30pm
(Additional Registration Required - $150)
Limit of 35 Participants (must have a minimum of at least 20)
The Los Angeles County Arboretum and Botanic Garden is a unique 127-acre garden and historical site located in what was the heart of the historic Rancho Santa Anita in the city of Arcadia.It's mission is to cultivate natural, horticultural and historic resources for learning, enjoyment and inspiration.
A bus will depart from The Westin at 1:30PM for the nearly one-hour drive to Arcadia. Participants will enjoy free time to explore the vast offerings of the arboretum. To quote a local ASCAn, "the LA Arboretum is the best 'tree nerd site' in LA." We hope you'll enjoy your time spent there. The bus will depart for the return drive to the hotel at 6:00PM.
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Tree & Plant Appraisal Qualification | Hosted by Western Chapter ISA
December 6-7, 2026 | 8:00am-5:00pm
(Separate Registration and Fee Required)
The TPAQ curriculum is an introductory training course that will train green industry professionals in the theory and application of current tree and plant appraisal approaches, methods, and techniques to develop and implement an appraisal assignment. If you are a green industry professional who wishes to learn about tree, plant, and landscape appraisal, this course is for you!
***Please note that registration for the Western Chapter ISA hosted TPAQ Course is SEPARATE from your 2026 Annual Conference registration.
Available Again This Year: On-demand Video Purchase Options
ASCA is excited to share that we will once again be recording all of the educational sessions taking place on Wednesday, December 3 - Saturday, December 5, 2026. As a member benefit, all members who attend in-person will receive complimentary access to the recorded videos after the conference. For those who may not be able to join us in person this year, the education session videos are available for purchase. More details and purchase options can be found here.
Conference App
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Please note that the app will not be live until approximately 30 days prior to the conference. Watch your inbox for the official invitation. Once the app is live, you will be able to:
NAVIGATE the event agenda and logistics, even without Wi-Fi or data. Access useful information like ridesharing and local attractions through the Community Board.
NETWORK effectively. Plan whom to meet by exploring attendee profiles and sending out messages.
PARTICIPATE in event activities through session likes, comments, ratings, live polling, tweeting, and more.
Location
Westin Long Beach
333 Ocean Blvd
Long Beach, CA 90802