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    • February 12, 2025
    • December 31, 2025
    • Arizona
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    annual SPONSORS

    $2,500 - PALO VERDE SPONSOR

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    Free Exhibit Table at all events

    1 Free Annual membership

    1 Free Registration to ALL events


    $5,000 - MESQUITE SPONSOR

    Logo on website and event signage

    Marketing Distribution at all events

    Free Exhibit Table at all events

    Annual Membership for 5 individuals

    2 Free Registrations to ALL events


    $10,000 - IRONWOOD SPONSOR

    Premium Recognition at all events, website, and printed publications
    Marketing distribution of the Sponsor's marketing materials
    Platform Presentation Time at all events
    Free Exhibit Table at all events
    Annual Membership for 10 individuals
    5 Free Registrations to ALL events


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    • March 07, 2025
    • 8:00 AM
    • April 11, 2025
    • 3:00 PM
    • Mesa, Arizona
    • 4
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    Arizona Community Tree Council  Presents 


    2025 Certified Arborist Training and Review 


    a 6-Class Course designed to prepare tree-care industry workers for the ISA Certified Arborist Exam

    Location:

    Check In 7:15-8:00am

    Please plan extra time for parking.

    See below for Parking Options



    Training Class Dates:

    • Friday, March 7, 8:00 am - 3:00 pm (6 CEUs)
    • Friday, March 14, 8:00 am - 3:00 pm (6 CEUs)
    • Friday, March 21, 8:00 am - 3:00 pm (6 CEUs)
    • Friday, March 28, 8:00 am - 3:00 pm (6 CEUs)
    • Friday, April 4, 8:00 am - 3:00 pm (6 CEUs)
    • Friday, April 11, 8:00 am - 3:00 pm (6 CEUs)

    Download Detailed Schedule

    NEARBY RESTAURANTS

    Exam Date:

    April 12, 2025

    What is Certified Arborist Training (CAT)?
    The Certified Arborist Training Course is a series of classes designed to prepare students to take the ISA Certified Arborist exam. It is also an excellent introduction to the field of arboriculture, as well as a great review for industry professions. The course is open to all students. CEU's are offered for Certified Arborists.

    What will I learn?
    Classes cover all chapters in the ISA Arborists' Certification Study Guide.

    What materials do I need?

    The ISA Arborists' Certification Study Guide is included with your Full Registration. (All Daily Registrants are required to provide their own ISA Arborists' Certification Study Guide, and may purchase from ACTC for $100)

    What is the cost of the CAT Program series?

    Full Registration fee for the 6-week CAT program is $450 for members/ $480 for nonmembers. Full registration includes a copy of the most recent ISA Arborists Study Guide.

    What if I am unable to attend all 6 classes?  Daily Registration is available. The ISA Arborists' Certification Study Guide is not included in the daily registration.  Daily registrants are required to provide their own ISA Arborists' Certification Study Guide. The ISA Arborists' Certification Study Guide may be purchased through your CAT Registration, or from the ISA Online Store.


    More Info on the ISA Certified Arborist Exam: 

    Call ISA for more questions and details at 678-367-0981

    •  There are limited seats for the exam.
    •  It is recommended to begin the Exam Application process as early as possible.
    •  It can take time to submit the paperwork and receive approval to register to take the exam.
    • To take the exam, individuals must apply directly with the ISA approximately 4 weeks prior to the exam to be eligible for testing.  Please follow up with ISA regarding the deadline for the scheduled exam of your preference.
    • The ISA requires a minimum of 3 years documented field experience before taking the Certified Arborist exam. If you are a self-employed business owner, a minimum of 36 months of invoicing is required.
    • The ACTC/CAT Program series does not include the exam application and exam fee.
    • ACTC is not responsible for your Certified Arborist Exam Application.
    • The Certified Arborist Exam is proctored by the ISA. 
    • The ISA Certified Arborist Exam requires an Exam Application and Exam Fee to be paid directly to the ISA. 

    Call ISA for more details at 678-367-0981


    • April 12, 2025
    • Phoenix, Arizona


    International Society of Arboriculture

    Certified Arborist Exam

    Saturday, April 12, 2025

    The Certified Arborist Exam is proctored by ISA, the International Society of Arboriculture. 

    To take the exam, individuals must be enrolled directly with the ISA.

    This is only an IN-PERSON EVENT

    The ISA Certified Arborist Exam also requires a fee to be paid directly to the ISA. 

    PLEASE CHECK WITH ISA FOR THE ENROLLMENT DEADLINE


    For details, call ISA at 678-367-0981 or visit the ISA website.


    • April 17, 2025
    • 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
    • Phoenix, Arizona


    Happy Arbor Month!


    Join us for the 

    Arizona's 2025 Arbor Day Celebration!


    Join us in celebrating communities, individuals, and programs advancing Urban and Community Forestry in Arizona!

    Help us recognize our:

    Tree City USA, Tree Campus Higher Education, and Tree Line USA participants, Magnificent Tree Program, Urban and Community Forestry Award Winners.

    And plant a ceremonial Arbor Day tree on the Capitol Grounds!












    Thursday, April 17, 2025

    Arizona Capitol

    1700 W Washington Street, Phoenix AZ 85007


    More Info Coming Soon!







    Join us in celebrating communities, individuals, and programs advancing Urban and Community Forestry in Arizona!


    Help us recognize our:

    Tree City USATree Campus Higher Education, and Tree Line USA participants,

    Magnificent Tree Program,

    Urban and Community Forestry Award Winners


    And plant a ceremonial Arbor Day tree on the Capitol Grounds!

    • April 22, 2025
    • April 25, 2025
    • Tucson, Arizona


    Western Chapter ISA

    91st Annual Conference & Trade Show

    April 22 - 25, 2025

    For registration & more information visit:  https://wcisaconnect.com/

    • April 22, 2025
    • Tucson, Arizona


    Women In Arboriculture Workshop

    Womens Climbing Experience: Tree Climbing for Women, Taught by Women

    April 22, 2025  | 7:00 am - 3:00 pm

    Tucson, Arizona

    This Women in Arboriculture workshop will be held as part of the WCISA Conference, and will feature three climbing stations with two instructors at each station. It will cover climbing techniques, equipment choices, safety, and how to succeed in your career.

    Register Now


    • April 24, 2025
    • 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
    • Human Resources Development Center (HRDC), Grand Canyon Room, 1130 N. 22nd Avenue in Phoenix, Arizona


    PMD CE CLASSES

    APRIL 24, 2025  | PHOENIX

    NOW OPEN FOR REGISTRATION

    The Pest Management Division is pleased to announce that it has a 6-hour Continuing Education course in Phoenix now available for registration.

    The class on April 24, 2025, in Phoenix will be held from 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. (registration from 8:00 a.m. to 8:30 a.m.) at the Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT) Human Resources Development Center (HRDC), Grand Canyon Room, located at 1130 N. 22nd Avenue in Phoenix.

    The course is free, but advanced registration is required, and must be received by the PMD one week prior to the class.  Seating is limited to the first 200, so register early to ensure a spot in the class.  Walk-ins will NOT be allowed to attend.

    To register, login to your “MyPMD for individuals” account and click on the “Register PMD CEU Class”

    menu item.  Should you have any questions, please contact 602-542-4373 and select option #3.

    MORE INFO

    REGISTER

    • May 03, 2025
    • 6:00 AM - 6:00 PM
    • Bonsall Park-Glendale, AZ
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    • May 03, 2025
    • 6:00 AM - 5:00 PM
    • Bonsall Park, Glendale
    • 0
    Join waitlist


    Climber registration opened on February 14 with limited spots available on a first-come, first-served basis.

    Through February 28, registration, and the Waitlist, will be open to only Arizona residents. 

    On March 1, if spots remain, out-of-state climbers will be eligible to register; or sign up for the Waitlist if spots fill up.

    • If all climber participant spots are taken, we encourage you to sign up for the Waitlist.  There is the possibility that one or more registrants may cancel.  ACTC Admin will notify individuals on the waitlist regarding their place on the list, and if/when a spot opens up.
    • Beginning March 1, if all climber participant spots are taken, Out-of state climbers may sign up for the Waitlist. 
    • To secure a spot, the registration fee must be paid at the time of registration.
    • Arizona residents must provide a valid Arizona ID at the time of registration.

    EARLY BIRD REGISTRATION, FEB 14TH - FEB 28TH

    Arizona Residents only (must show proof of residency)

    • ACTC Member:  $250

    • Non-ACTC Member:  $300

    • Up to 25 climbers will be accepted to compete; a waitlist will be used if needed.


    OPEN REGISTRATION, MARCH 1ST

    • ACTC Member $300

    • Non-ACTC Member: $350

    • Open to non-Arizona residents, a waitlist will be used if needed.


    CLIMBER COMPETITOR REGISTRATION FEES INCLUDE

    Friday, May 2nd: 

    • Gear Inspection

    • Competition Shirt

    • Light Dinner


    Saturday, May 3rd: 

    • Competition Day 
    • Breakfast
    • Lunch
    • Snacks
    • Awards Presentation and cookout*
    • Participation “Swag” Bag**

    *Optional extra meals for family members are available for purchase 

    **To receive your Participation "Swag" Bag, competitor must compete


    COMPETITION FORMAT

    • Climbers will compete in teams of 5, randomly selected through a lottery
    • Each team will be provided a schedule, determining their teams event running order
    • The overall top 3 Arizona climbers will compete in the Master Climb
    • The winner of the Master Climb will be crowned Arizona Tree Climbing Champion
    • The Tree Climbing Champion will receive a paid entry into the WCISA Tree Climbing Championship


    CLIMBER ACCEPTANCE & REGISTRATION

    • Climber registrations will be accepted on a first-come, first serve basis

    • Early bird registrations, Feb 14th to Feb 28th, will be for Arizona residents ONLY

    • Up to 25 climbers will be accepted to compete; a waitlist will be used, if needed

    • Open registration will begin March 1st, open to non-Arizona residents

    • Accepted Climbers will need to submit a completed, CLIMBER PACKET by April 19th

    • A CLIMBER PACKET consists of the following:

    Completed Online Registration form (all fields / questions answered)
    Full Registration Payment
    Signed Waiver 
    Gear Check Form
    Other Necessary Information Requests from ACTC
    • If an accepted climber does not submit the required payment and completed Climber Packet by April 19th, the climber registration will be cancelled, and the open spot will then be offered to the next person on the waitlist


    EVENT REFUND/CANCELLATION POLICY

    • SUBSTITUTIONS / REPLACEMENTS are NOT allowed
    • You may NOT substitute another climber for your cancelled spot
    • Refund requests for Climber Registration fees must be submitted in writing via email or mail before April 25th to receive a refund

    FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT:

    Luke Clemence

    315-335-7398

    events@aztrees.org

    • May 03, 2025
    • 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
    • Glendale, Arizona-Bonsall Park
    Register


    SPONSORSHIP / EXHIBITOR

    TREE FESTIVAL & CLIMBING CHAMPIONSHIP

    Why Be a Sponsor & Exhibitor?

    • Help facilitate Arizona's best climbers to participate in the sport they love and in doing so raise awareness of the industry to the greater community. 

    • Position your company as an industry & community leader supporting the Arizona urban landscape

    • Reach community members in a cost-effective way

    • Promote your organization or business to the 2,000 people who receive our newsletter

    • Support the important work of the Arizona Community Tree Council



    SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES - SEE BELOW:

    Title Sponsor $5,000.00

    • Premium Recognition for event on website, signage, printed materials and social media
    • Logo on Event Shirts
    • Breakfast and Lunch for 2 individuals 
    • Exhibit Table and 2 chairs at event 
    • Award Presentation Opportunity
    • Annual Membership for 10 individuals

    Meal Sponsor $2,500.00 (3 AVAILABLE)

    • Exclusive Sponsor of Meal
    • Recognition on website and signage
    • Logo 'ed sticker on food items
    • Breakfast and Lunch for 2 individuals for both days
    • Exhibit Table at event (if selling a product or service at the Festival, a Vendor Permit from the City of Tucson is required)
    • Annual Membership for 5 individuals

    Master Climb Sponsor -ARBORWORKS

    Thank you


    Photography Sponsor $750.00

    • Exhibit Table and 2 chairs at event 
    • Lunch for 2 individuals 
    • Watermark sponsor name on all photos 
    • Name & Logo on ACTC website and signage

    Climb Sponsor-$750.00 (5 AVAILABLE)

    • Recognition at the Climb you sponsor

    • Name & Logo on ACTC website and signage

    • Logo on event shirts

    • Lunch for 2 individuals

    • Exhibit Table and 2 chairs at the event


    Gear Check Sponsor-$500

    • Recognition at Gear check

    • Name & Logo on ACTC website and signage

    • Lunch for 2 individuals

    • Exhibit Table and 2 chairs at the event


    Exhibitor/Vendor $100

    • Exhibit Table and 2 chairs at the event
    • Lunch for 2 individuals
    • Name & Logo on ACTC website and signage

    More info on the Festival & Climbing Competition



    • May 09, 2025
    • Tucson, Arizona

    2025 Annual Desert Horticulture Conference


    May 9, 2025

    Tucson, Arizona

    Discover the latest in desert horticulture at the 34th Annual Desert Horticulture Conference held in Tucson. The event features a full day of expert-led sessions, divided into three key focus areas: Plant & Design, Plant Health, and Water & Urban Landscapes. 

    MORE INFO

    • May 16, 2025
    • 8:00 AM - 12:15 PM
    • U of A Cooperative Extension Office 4341 E Broadway Rd Phoenix, AZ 85040
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    Arizona Community Tree Council Presents
    Advanced Citrus Management | Manejo Avanzado de Cítricos

        Live Spanish Translation available

    Traducción en vivo al español disponible

    Friday, May 16, 2025

    Phoenix, AZ

    8:00am - 12:15 pm

    4 ISA CEUs Available


    Registration Rates

    Before May 1:  $75

    May 1 to May 15:  $85

    Master Gardener:  $45

    Discounts for groups of 6 more! Call us 602-354-3023


    Location

    U of A Cooperative Extension Office

    4341 E Broadway Rd 

    Phoenix, AZ 85040


    Class Descripton

    Guidelines and proper methods for citrus tree management in Arizona will be presented. Participants will obtain an understanding of citrus tree care, growth and development, pruning, maintenance, fertilization and irrigation. He will also provide an update regarding the spread and status of the Citrus Greening Disease in Arizona.

    Class Schedule

    7:15 - 8:00 am | Check In

    8:00 - 10:00 am | Basic guidelines and proper methods for citrus tree care in Arizona

    10:00 - 1015 am | Break

    10:15 am - Noon | Update on the spread and status of the Citrus Greening Disease in Arizona

    Noon - 12:15 pm | Review, Questions & Answers, CEU sign in


    Our Presenter
    Glenn Wright is employed with the University of Arizona Extension office in Yuma, Arizona. His current activities include developing field research and educational programs that benefit fruit growers and others, editing a newsletter, serving as an information resource to the citrus industry, and testing new citrus and deciduous varieties and rootstocks.

    Additionally, he is responsible for developing and teaching a formal course on citrus production which is offered to students at Arizona Western College in Yuma.



    REGISTER NOW

    Manejo Avanzado de Cítricos

        Live Spanish Translation available

    Traducción en vivo al español disponible

    Viernes, 16 de mayo de 2025

    Phoenix, AZ 8:00 am - 12:15 pm

    4 CEU de ISA disponibles


    Tarifas de inscripción

    Antes del 1 de mayo: $75

    Del 1 al 15 de mayo: $85

    Ubicación

    Oficina de Extensión Cooperativa de la Universidad de Arizona

    4341 E Broadway Rd Phoenix, AZ 85040


    Descripción de la clase

    Se presentarán las directrices y los métodos adecuados para el manejo de árboles de cítricos en Arizona. Los participantes comprenderán el cuidado, crecimiento y desarrollo de los árboles de cítricos, la poda, el mantenimiento, la fertilización y el riego. También se brindará información actualizada sobre la propagación y el estado de la enfermedad del enverdecimiento de los cítricos en Arizona.


    Horario de la clase

    7:15 - 8:00 a. m. | Entrada

    8:00 - 10:00 a. m. | Directrices básicas y métodos adecuados para el cuidado de árboles de cítricos en Arizona

    10:00 - 10:15 a. m. | Descanso

    10:15 a. m. - 12:00 a. m. | Actualización sobre la propagación y el estado de la enfermedad del enverdecimiento de los cítricos en Arizona

    12:00 p. m. - 12:15 p. m. | Repaso, preguntas y respuestas, inicio de sesión en CEU

    Nuestro presentador
    Glenn Wright trabaja en la oficina de Extensión de la Universidad de Arizona en Yuma, Arizona. Sus actividades actuales incluyen el desarrollo de investigaciones de campo y programas educativos que benefician a fruticultores y otros, la edición de un boletín informativo, la prestación de servicios de información a la industria citrícola y el ensayo de nuevas variedades y portainjertos de cítricos y caducifolios.

    Además, es responsable de desarrollar y enseñar un curso formal sobre producción de cítricos que se ofrece a los estudiantes del Arizona Western College en Yuma.


    REGISTRO

    • May 23, 2025
    • 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM
    • Nogales, Arizona
    Arizona Community Tree Council Presents
    ACTSpanish Only: Proper Tree Care for Tree Workers and Municipal Workers | Cuidado Adecuado de los Árboles para Trabajadores de Árboles y Trabajadores Municipales

    Friday, May 23, 2025

    Nogales, AZ

    8:00am - 3:00 pm

    6 ISA CEUs Available

    Registration Coming Soon!

    ¡Inscripciones próximamente!


    Class Description
    Proper planting and maintenance of trees is essential to receiving the maximum benefit of a healthy urban canopy. Participants will learn the essentials of the proper tree care for the trees that make up the community's green infrastructure.


    Descripción de clase
    La plantación y el mantenimiento adecuados de los árboles son esenciales para obtener el máximo beneficio de una vegetación urbana saludable. Los participantes aprenderán los fundamentos del cuidado adecuado de los árboles que conforman la infraestructura verde de la comunidad.

    • August 15, 2025
    • 6:30 AM - 4:30 PM
    • Glendale, Arizona

    Mark Your Calendar!!! 


    2025 SHADE Conference

    Friday, August 15

    Rennaissance Hotel Glendale


    More Info


    • September 11, 2025
    • 8:00 AM
    • September 12, 2025
    • 3:00 PM
    • Prescott Resort Conference Center, Prescott, Arizona


    2025 Annual Conference & Pest Management Workshop

    September 11 & 12, 2025

    (Thursday & Friday)



    We are heading back to Prescott!

    Save the Dates!  More Info Coming Soon








    • September 12, 2025
    • Prescott, Arizona


    International Society of Arboriculture

    Certified Arborist Exam

    Friday, September 12, 2025

    The Certified Arborist Exam is proctored by ISA, the International Society of Arboriculture. 

    To take the exam, individuals must be enrolled directly with the ISA.

    This is only an IN-PERSON EVENT

    The ISA Certified Arborist Exam also requires a fee to be paid directly to the ISA. 

    PLEASE CHECK WITH ISA FOR THE ENROLLMENT DEADLINE


    For details, call ISA at 678-367-0981 or visit the ISA website.



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