“Proper pruning is one of the best things that can be done for a tree; improper pruning is one of the worst things that can be done to a tree.” (Shigo) Introducing the beginning of a major paradigm shift, Prescription Pruning Qualification (PPQ)! Prescription Pruning Qualification Holders Will Abbott Claudia Alzate Lori Ballard Chad Bates…
The Florida Chapter ISA plans to pursue lobbying the Florida legislature to regulate the practice of arboriculture. Click on the reports below for details; updates will follow. August 1, 2020: Arborist Licensure in Florida: will our third try be the charm? OSHA Tree Care Report Proposed Tree Care Licensing Law documents Licensure: Time for Action…
Trees Florida 2024 on June 3-5, 2024 at the Marriott Harbor Beach Resort, Fort Lauderdale , FL. The Florida Chapter of the International Society of Arboriculture (Chapter) proudly announces the 2024 Trees Florida Conference and invites potential speakers to be part of this esteemed event. We encourage all to contribute to the Florida tree care…
Recent legislative action, CHAPTER 2019-155, Committee Substitute for House Bill No. 1159, has charged ISA Certified Arborists with the authority to advise residential tree owners about the potential risk their tree(s) pose to people and/or property prior to pruning or removal. Click on information and updates below: Report Ethics Violations here New Florida Tree Law…
1. Tell others on Facebook! Deadline is on the 20th of each month. Submit an eligible* photo of yourself with your TreesAreCool license plate on your vehicle as the main focus of the photo for a chance to earn a coupon for one FREE Florida Chapter ISA seminar! Value is up to $165 (excludes TRAQ…
The impact of two Florida Chapter ISA grants are highlighted in this article at the University of Florida! Click here to read. The Florida Chapter ISA opens the enrollment period for our Arboriculture Grant Program each January. The goal of the Florida Chapter ISA Arboriculture Grant Program is to fund research, educational, and promotional materials…
The Florida e-Tree News is a monthly e-letter sent out by the Florida Chapter ISA. It is intended to inform arborists, tree care workers, landscape architects and other green industry professionals of up-to-date arboriculture information in the state of Florida. If you are interested in receiving this email newsletter as well as email invitations to…
The Florida Arborist Newsletter is just one of several benefits of membership in the Florida Chapter. To get Florida Arborist join the Florida Chapter by simply clicking on “Become a Member” and follow the links to join ISA… but be sure to also join the Florida Chapter! Want to try your hand at writing an…
The Florida Chapter ISA Board of Directors encourages all Florida ISA members to attend meetings of the Board of Directors whenever possible. The next several upcoming meetings can be attended via zoom but you must let us know by calling the office 941-342-0153. Please see the list below: 2022 Florida Board of Directors -…
