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SUMMARY:WTCW MA Tree Climbing Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Our annual September All-Gender workshop is back at Camp Hi-Rock. \n\n\n\nSince 2009\, the Women’s Tree Climbing Workshop® has created tree-climbing experiences for professionals\, tree lovers\, nature enthusiasts\, artists\, and authors alike. \n\n\n\nThis workshop is a unique setting\, between remote\, rural\, and nature abound.  Come spend three days learning how to climb\, or expanding your skills\,  while exploring and climbing in the magic property of Camp Hi-Rock. \n\n\n\nThis welcoming and empowering weekend will renew your spirit as you discover the magic of trees. You will bond with other tree people and you will leave with new social and sylvan communities. \n\n\n\nThis workshop includes food\, lodging\, instruction\, use of gear\, amazing swag\, networking and 19.75 ISA (professional arborist) CEU’s.  
URL:https://arbortimes.org/event/wtcw-ma-tree-climbing-workshop/
LOCATION:YMCA Camp Hi-Rock\, 544 East Street\, Mount Washington\, Massachusetts\, 01258\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
ORGANIZER;CN="Women in Tree Care Workshop (WTCW)":MAILTO:info@wtcw.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260906T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260906T150000
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SUMMARY:Canopy Exploration – Tree Climbing at Mountain Top Arboretum
DESCRIPTION:Come explore the trees with a new perspective–aloft\, climbing trees! Avid lover of trees? Are you a birder? Photographer? Artist? Poet? Musician? Author? Adventurer? Nature Lover? Arborist? Then keep reading! \n\n\n\nThis unique class has been crafted for people who are looking for something different; self-exploration\, a time to bond with family or friends and your inner child. Let this be the start of something new for you! \n\n\n\nThe Women’s Tree Climbing Workshop enthusiastically created a one-day tree climbing experience. This program provides a rare opportunity to just show up\, be curious and excited to be in the canopy. Come learn from the standing people\, about yourself\, and indulge in a magical tree canopy adventure! \n\n\n\nRegistration is $300/person and is non-refundable. Use of all tree climbing equipment is included. Participants must be 16 and older. There are no prerequisites\, but must be able to remain outdoors for 5 hours. Please bring a lunch\, snacks and water and dress wearing pants\, socks and light duty hiking boots. In case of storms or heavy rain\, this program will be held on Monday\, September 7th. 
URL:https://arbortimes.org/event/canopy-exploration-tree-climbing-at-mountain-top-arboretum/
LOCATION:Mountain Top Arboretum\, 4 Maude Adams Rd\, Tannersville\, New York\, 12485\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
ORGANIZER;CN="Women in Tree Care Workshop (WTCW)":MAILTO:info@wtcw.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260814T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260816T170000
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SUMMARY:Puget Sound Tree Climbing Competition
DESCRIPTION:Welcome to the Puget Sound Tree Climbing Competition scheduled for August 15\, 2026 at Les Gove Park\, Auburn\, WA. Below please find information for participant registration\, lodging\, volunteer\, and sponsorship opportunities. Please follow the pre-registration steps below to ensure everything is completed correctly. \n\n\n\nPS TCC PARTICIPANT REGISTRATION \n\n\n\nBefore registering for the PS TCC\, please complete the following steps.  \n\n\n\nStep 1: Download\, review and sign the Participant Waiver. You will need to upload your participant waiver when completing your online registration so please complete this important step. \n\n\n\nStep 2: Once you have completed your participant waiver you are ready register. Click one of the registration options below:  \n\n\n\n\nMale Climber Registration\n\n\n\nFemale Climber Registration
URL:https://arbortimes.org/event/puget-sound-tree-climbing-competition/
LOCATION:Les Gove Park\, 910 9th St SE\, Auburn\, Washington\, 98002\, United States
CATEGORIES:Competition
ORGANIZER;CN="Pacific Northwest ISA":MAILTO:INFO@PNWISA.ORG
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260810T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260812T170000
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SUMMARY:ISA 2026 Annual Conference
DESCRIPTION:ISA 2026 Annual International Conference in Detroit\, Michigan\, US \n\n\n\nThank you to everyone who joined us in Christchurch\, New Zealand for our 2025 Annual International Conference. We look forward to seeing you all on 10-12 August 2026 in Detroit\, Michigan\, US.  \n\n\n\nThe ISA Annual International Conference offers a forum for participants to learn and network with others in the arboricultural profession. This event provides a lineup of keynote speakers and educational breakout sessions led by industry leaders from around the globe\, sharing their thoughts and views about research\, practice\, and technology.
URL:https://arbortimes.org/event/isa-2026-annual-conference/
LOCATION:Marriott at Renaissance Center\, 400 Renaissance Drive\, Detroit\, Michigan\, 48243\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conference/Tradeshow
ORGANIZER;CN="International Society of Arboriculture":MAILTO:ISAEventservices@isa-arbor.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260717T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260717T170000
DTSTAMP:20260623T124730Z
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SUMMARY:Selling Solutions\, Not Products
DESCRIPTION:Plant Health Care (PHC) can create new revenue opportunities while helping clients proactively manage the health of their trees and landscapes. This full-day workshop is designed for tree care and landscape professionals who want to understand how PHC works\, determine whether it’s a fit for their business\, and learn how to successfully introduce it to clients. \n\n\n\nThe morning session covers PHC fundamentals\, common services\, operational considerations\, pricing\, and implementation strategies. In the afternoon\, participants will hear from experienced PHC professionals during an interactive panel discussion focused on consultative client conversations\, building trust\, and growing PHC services without relying on traditional sales tactics. \n\n\n\nWhether you’re exploring PHC for the first time or looking to strengthen an existing program\, you’ll leave with practical insights and actionable next steps. \n\n\n\n\n7.5 ISA\, NJ CEUs\n\n\n\nPrepare your business for PHC\n\n\n\nNo PPE required
URL:https://arbortimes.org/event/selling-solutions-not-products/
LOCATION:Noble Oak Safety & Training\, 843 State Route 12\, Unit B7\, Frenchtown\, New Jersey\, 08825\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="NJ Crane Expert & Noble Oak Safety and Training":MAILTO:hello@whynoble.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260711T084500
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SUMMARY:Canopy Exploration – Tree Climbing at the Merck Forest
DESCRIPTION:Leave the forest floor behind using harnesses and rope.  Ascend into Merck Forest’s canopy guided by the instructors from the Women’s Tree Climbing Workshop®\, an all-women instructor team with decades of experience elevating people into the canopy. \n\n\n\nThis is a full day of adventure\, hands-on learning\, and genuine fun. Open to all experience levels. Come meet the Merck forest and some VT trees.  Get to know a tree and life from a new perspective. \n\n\n\nEVENT DETAILS:   \n\n\n\n\nDate & Time: July 11 · 8:45 am–3:00 pm · Slight accommodations available for participants who are hard of hearing or visually impaired.\n\n\n\nPlease come to be present at 8:45am.  This event will be active\, exhilarating and fulfilling.\n\n\n\nEach participant will receive an event t-shirt. (Please indicate size in registration) Thank you to the Vermont Country Store for your support!\n\n\n\nYou will experience Being in A Tree while experiencing the art and science of Arboriculture\, nature’s art\, and the magic of the psithurism. This safe\, empowering experience will renew your spirit\, and allow you to bond with other “arbor-curious” people. \n\n\n\nYou will receive coaching\,  instruction\, use of top of line professional tree climbing gear\, and an experience you will never forget.\n\n\n\n\nDirections: Merck Forest\, 3270 Rte 315\, Rupert\, VT 05768 \n\n\n\nLUNCH: Either BYOL or Add the “lunch” ticket option from the Dorset Union Store menu  (Include your choice in notes) \n\n\n\nCLOTHING:  Vermont weather is quite unique and can change quickly. Dress for all weather! Remember sunscreen and bug spray. Please wear flexible\, long pants and over the ankle hiking boots. Just in case items: long sleeves\, rain & warm jackets\, warm hat & gloves.  Please come prepared! \n\n\n\nEQUIPMENT: All tree climbing gear will be provided. \n\n\n\nWTCW Event Cancellation Policy: \n\n\n\nNo Show: No refund \n\n\n\n6 weeks before event: Full refund (May 30th) \n\n\n\nAfter 6 weeks: No refunds \n\n\n\nIf Waitlist: Refund -$100 admin fee \n\n\n\nEncounter a medical emergency? Communicate with us for potential course credit (must be used in same calendar year)
URL:https://arbortimes.org/event/canopy-exploration-tree-climbing-at-the-merck-forest/
LOCATION:Merck Forest & Farmland Center\, 3270 VT-315\, Rupert\, Vermont\, 05768\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
ORGANIZER;CN="Women in Tree Care Workshop (WTCW)":MAILTO:info@wtcw.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260626T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260626T170000
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SUMMARY:Aerial Rescue Workshop
DESCRIPTION:This full-day class is designed for climbers looking to strengthen their aerial rescue skills through realistic\, hands-on scenarios. The first half of the day will focus on aerial rescue fundamentals\, including incident access\, scene assessment\, and emergency response procedures. In the afternoon\, participants will work through a variety of live aerial rescue scenarios designed to challenge communication\, problem-solving\, and rescue execution. \n\n\n\nThis is a fully hands-on participation class — students must arrive ready to climb and actively participate in live rescue exercises throughout the day. It is highly recommended that participants hold current First Aid/CPR certification. \n\n\n\nParticipants will receive a certificate of completion and sign confirmation they successfully performed an aerial rescue. \n\n\n\nPlease come prepared with proper PPE and climbing gear suitable for hands-on instruction. \n\n\n\n\n8 ISA\, NJ CEUs\n\n\n\nCertificate of Completion\n\n\n\nPPE Required
URL:https://arbortimes.org/event/aerial-rescue-workshop/
LOCATION:Noble Oak Safety & Training\, 843 State Route 12\, Unit B7\, Frenchtown\, New Jersey\, 08825\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260619T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260620T190000
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SUMMARY:2026 NYSA Tree Climbing Competition
DESCRIPTION:The New York State Tree Climbing Championship is a gathering of the top tree workers in New York State to display their tree climbing skills and abilities in a series of competitive events. Join us at Stewart Park in Ithaca\, NY on Friday and Saturday\, June 19-20\, 2026 to learn new techniques\, compete against your peers\, visit with friends and win great prizes. Please Note: We will do both gear inspection and the Belayed Speed Climb Event on Friday this year. \n\n\n\nThe top 3 men and women finishers from New York State or whose primary place of employment is in New York State will compete in The Master’s Challenge to represent NYSA in national or international competition. \n\n\n\nCancellation Policy: No refunds on registration fees after June 5. \n\n\n\nSeats Limited
URL:https://arbortimes.org/event/2026-nysa-tree-climbing-competition/
LOCATION:Stewart Park\, 1 James L Gibbs Dr\, Ithaca\, New York\, 14850\, United States
CATEGORIES:Competition
ORGANIZER;CN="New York State Arborists":MAILTO:info@nysarborists.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260612T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260613T200000
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SUMMARY:New Jersey Tree Climbing Competition
DESCRIPTION:Registration is closed. \n\n\n\nYou must be a NJAISA Member to compete. If you are not a member\, click here to join today! \n\n\n\nThe NJ Chapter of the ISA is preparing to host our annual Tree Climbing Competition\, which will be held in Central Park of Morris County\, NJ. \n\n\n\n\nFriday\, June 12 competitors will begin with waivers\, a gear inspection\, and 1 or 2 preliminary events. We will begin no earlier than 10:00am and will end by 5:00pm on Friday. Updates will be communicated via email from the committee as we get closer to the event.\n\n\n\nSaturday\, June 13 will begin with a walk-through promptly at 7:30am. Please plan to arrive by 7:00am on Saturday. The competition events will begin no later than 8:30am\, with competitors split into groups that rotate through each preliminary event together.\n\n\n\nOn Saturday afternoon\, June 13 preliminary scores from the judges will be tallied and competitors will be ranked by the scoring team. Preliminary medalists will be recognized and awarded. The top three New Jersey competitors will advance to the final\, master’s challenge.\n\n\n\nBy late Saturday afternoon\, June 13 the master’s challenge will be set up and begin. Each finalist will complete the master’s challenge before scores are tallied and the NJ State Tree Champion is announced.\n\n\n\n\nThe top men’s and women’s finishers from NJ on June 13 will qualify for and represent the NJ Chapter in the International Tree Climbing Competition (held October 9-11 in St. Louis\, MO). \n\n\n\nA few guidelines for your review: \n\n\n\nJune 19 + 20 is the pre-determined rain date for this event (the following Friday & Saturday) \n\n\n\nThis event is for New Jersey arborists looking to qualify and represent our chapter at the ITCC. \n\n\n\nWe define “New Jersey arborists” as chapter members who live or work full-time in NJ as long as they attest they will not represent another chapter at the ITCC. \n\n\n\nRegistration will be limited to 25 competitors.
URL:https://arbortimes.org/event/new-jersey-tree-climbing-competition/
LOCATION:Central Park of Morris County\, 1 Governor Chris Christie Drive\, Greystone Park\, New Jersey\, 07950\, United States
CATEGORIES:Competition
ORGANIZER;CN="New Jersey Chapter ISA":MAILTO:njarboristsisa@njaisa.com
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