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2024 ACTC SPONSOR & EXHIBITORS Sign Up

Start
January 01, 2024

End
December 31, 2024

Location
Cliff Castle Casino, Camp Verde, AZ

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WE LOve our sponsors!!

With our sponsors and community partners, we have planted over 800,000 trees in Arizona. Our volunteer community is strong and includes people from ALL walks of life and all ages. Supporting ACTC is a direct level of connection to people who include: home owners, students, small business owners, big business CEOs, green-industry professionals, teachers, cowboys and cowgirls, miners, technology professionals, municipal employees… you get the idea – we ARE Arizona and the people who volunteer with us ARE ALSO Arizona. Supporting ACTC, supports them as they do the work to care for trees in our our state-wide communities.

We also provide the continuing education to hundreds of professional tree workers and arborists in Arizona. These people purchase and use millions of dollars in tree-care equipment, supplies and gear. Arizona tree professionals appreciate the support of organizations they go to for the supplies they need to care for trees. We invite our supplier partners to participate in supporting education events for tree-care professionals.

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SpoNSORSHIP TYPES AND BENEFITS

annual SPONSORS

$2,500 - PALO VERDE SPONSOR

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Free Exhibit Table at all events

1 Free Annual membership

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$5,000 - MESQUITE SPONSOR

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Free Exhibit Table at all events

Annual Membership for 5 individuals

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$10,000 - IRONWOOD SPONSOR

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Platform Presentation Time at all events

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Annual Membership for 10 individuals

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CONFERENCE SPONSORS

$500 - EXHIBITOR/VENDOR (Conference)

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$2,500 - MEAL SPONSOR (Conference)

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Tree Climbing Specialist Program (formerly Tree Workers Workshop)

When
December 20, 2024

8:00 AM - 3:30 PM

Location
Chandler, Arizona

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Arizona Community Tree Council Presents

Tree Climbing Specialist Program

(formerly Tree Workers Workshop)

Friday, December 20, 2024

Earn 6 CEUs

Location:

Tumbleweed Recreation Center

Cottonwood Room (Morning Session)

745 East Germann Road

Chandler, AZ 85286

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Why Agroforestry in a Warming World - SWAAN WEBINAR

When
January 08, 2025

10:00 AM

Location
Zoom

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SOUTHWEST AGROFORESTRY ACTION NETWORK

in partnership with

Arizona Community Tree Council presents:

WHY AGROFORESTRY IN A WARMING WORLD

Wednesday, January 8, 2025

at 10:00am Arizona/ 10:00am MST

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10:00– 10:05 – Housekeeping (using Chat, continuing education credits, recording) – Beverly Babb, ACTC

10:05 – 10:10 – – Introduction by Chris Jones, Immediate Past Chair, SWAAN Executive Committee

10:10 – 11:10 (60 minutes)–Presentation by Katherine Favor

Presentation Description: Join Katherine for an insightful session on the climate challenges facing the Southwest and the role of agroforestry in building resilient agricultural landscapes. In this session, we will learn about innovative agroforestry applications in the Southwest that not only help mitigate climate change, but that also help farms and ranches adapt to the effects of climate change. Katherine will break down the science behind these strategies and will share some of the work done by the Southwest Climate Hub and the USDA National Agroforestry Center to support land stewards in adapting to a changing climate.

Presenter Bio: Katherine Favor is a Climate Hubs Agroforestry Fellow with the USDA National Agroforestry Center, where she works across government sectors to advance knowledge and understanding of agroforestry among various agencies. Much of her work centers around researching and promoting agroforestry as a tool for mitigating and adapting to climate change. She has worked as an agroforestry technical assistance provider, educator, practitioner, and researcher for over 10 years both nationally and internationally, helping land stewards learn about and adopt agroforestry practices. She received her MS in Agroforestry from the University of Missouri Columbia, where she researched Argentinian vineyard agroforestry systems. When she’s not working you can find her farming barefoot on her small backyard agroforestry farm in San Diego, California.

11:10 - 11:25 – (15 minutes) – Q&A with the presenter

11:25 – 11:30 (5 minutes) – Closeout by Caiti Steele, Chair, SWAAN

11:30 – 12:00 (30 minutes) - SWAAN Business Meeting led by Caiti Steele

Continuing Education Approved for:

1 - Continuing Forestry Education credit (Cat. 1) by the Society of American Foresters (SAF – contact Andy Mason, acmason1954@gmail.com).

1 - Continuing Education Unit (Sustainability) by the America Society of Agronomy (ASA – contact Mick O’Neill, moneill@nmsu.edu).

1.25 - Continuing Education Units Approved by International Society of Arboriculture (ISA - contact Kathleen Rivera, community@aztrees.org).

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Hands-On Aerial Rescue Training

When
January 10, 2025

8:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Location
2605 N 15th Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85007

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Arizona Community Tree Council

in Partnership with

Swederski's Independent Consulting

presents

Hands-On Aerial Rescue Training for 30 climbing participants / 50 observer slots available

Friday, January 10

8:00am – 3:00pm

Encanto Park

2605 N 15th Avenue

Phoenix, AZ 85007

6 ISA CEUs

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INSTRUCTORS

Ryan Swederski

Bill Burley

Erick Palacios

CLASS DESCRIPTION

This course prepares climbers for the most likely emergency scenarios. Participants will work through scenarios that may be encountered in the field and how to risk assess, manage the scene, evaluate the injury, and perform climber extraction. Using hands-on experience, our instructors will focus on emergency preparedness and accident prevention.

Other topics to be included are:

First Aid

Self-rescue

Climber extrication, rescuer ascent and work positioning

Most common tree rescue scenarios

Working with first responders

Course Times: 8:00am – 3:00pm; lunch is provided.

Please Bring to Class - IF YOU ARE GOING TO CLIMB

Hardhat

Safety glasses

Appropriate footwear

Climbing harness

Work position lanyard, climbing line, ascending device

Please Bring to Class - IF YOU ARE GOING TO OBSERVE ONLY

Hardhat

Safety glasses

Appropriate footwear

We will be outside all day and under the trees so everyone must have a hardhat and safety glasses.

CEUs: Earn 6 ISA CEUs

International Society of Arboriculture (ISA) Certified Arborists, Utility Specialists, Municipal Specialists, and Tree Workers will be eligible to receive CEUs

SCHEDULE

8:00 am - 9:00 am

Job Briefing and Setting up for Success: OSHA/ANSI Requirement and Annex F - Stepping Process Flowchart and Job Briefing, what needs to be covered in a JSA/JHA, EAP, work plan, gear inspection, access lines, and throwlines.
9:00 am - 10:00 am
Assessing the Emergency: First Aid Kit Review, ANSI Requirement, Basic Training in First Aid, CPR and AED.

10:00 am - 11:00 am

Help is Arriving: Hazard Assessments/EHAP, Applicable Standards, Overview of EHAP, working with first responders, communication, and assisting.

11:00 am-12:00 pm Lunch (Lunch is Provided - please let us know about any dietary restrictions)

12:00pm - 1:00pm

Instructor Demonstration: Assessing the problem, Victim assessment, Gear assessment, Hazard Inspection from the ground, implementing EAP, ascending to the victim, secondary inspection (in the tree), moving the victim, and connections.

1:00 pm - 2:00 pm

Break Out Groups, Practicals

2:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Life support and stability, climbing system, SRS vs MRS, victim packaging, injury specific, descending with victim, rescuer positioning, speed and control, landing the victim, and hand-off to first responders.

3:00 pm- 3:30 pm

Gear Pack-up, Review and Questions

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Proper Irrigation, Fertilization and Installation en Español

When
January 24, 2025

8:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Location
Yuma, Az

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Arizona Community Tree Council  Presents

Proper Irrigation, Fertilization, and Installation of Trees

6 ISA CEUs

Adecuado Riego, Fertilizaciòn y Instalaciòn de Árboles en Español

Friday, January 24, 2025

8:00am - 3:00pm

Location:

Yuma, AZ

Presenter: Frank Saldaña

Schedule:

8:00am – 9:00am | Session #1

Introduction

·         Purpose of the presentation: To discuss best practices for tree fertilization, installation, and irrigation.

·         Importance of proper tree care: Enhancing tree health, longevity, and aesthetics.

9:00am-10:00am | Session #2

Tree Installation

a. Site Selection

·         Soil type and quality: Importance of conducting soil tests.

·         Sunlight exposure: Full sun, partial shade, and shade requirements.

·         Space considerations: Size at maturity, root spread, and clearance from structures.

b. Planting Depth and Width

·         Digging the hole: Width and depth recommendations (2-3 times wider than the root ball but no deeper than the root ball height).

·         Positioning the tree: Ensuring proper alignment and orientation.

·         Removing the tree from the container or wrapping: Gently handling the root ball.

c. Backfilling and Soil Amendments

·         Using native soil: Importance of minimizing soil disturbance.

·         Amending the soil: When and what amendments (if needed) are necessary.

d. Mulching

·         Mulch application: Layer thickness (2-4 inches) and keeping mulch away from the trunk.

·         Benefits of mulching: Moisture retention, weed suppression, and temperature regulation.

10:00am -11:00am | Session #3

Tree Fertilization

a. When to Fertilize

·         Timing: Early Spring or late fall, depending on tree species.

·         Indicators for fertilization: Slow growth, pale leaves, or poor soil quality.

b. Types of Fertilizers

·         Organic vs. synthetic: Benefits and drawbacks of both.

·         Slow-release vs. quick-release: Determining the best option based on tree needs.

·         Nutrient composition: Understanding NPK ratios and their importance.

c. Fertilization Techniques

·         Surface application: Spreading fertilizer on the soil surface.

·         Deep root fertilization: For mature trees or trees in compacted soils.

·         Foliar feeding: Spraying nutrient solution on leaves.

d. Avoiding Over-fertilization

·         Signs of over-fertilization: Burned leaves, excess growth, root damage.

·         Best practices for balanced feeding: Using slow-release formulas and monitoring growth patterns.

11:00am – 12:00pm | Lunch on Your Own

12:00pm – 1:00pm | Session #4

Tree Irrigation

a. Water Needs by Tree Type

·         Newly planted vs. established trees: Differences in watering requirements.

·         Species-specific needs: Drought-tolerant vs. water-demanding trees.

b. Watering Methods

·         Drip irrigation: Efficient and slow water delivery to the root zone.

·         Soaker hoses: Watering large areas uniformly.

·         Hand watering: Direct but time-consuming, suitable for small plantings.

c. Watering Frequency and Depth

·         Deep watering vs. shallow watering: Encouraging deep root systems.

·         Frequency: Weekly watering for new trees vs. less frequent for established ones.

·         Soil moisture monitoring: Checking soil at root depth for proper moisture levels.

d. Avoiding Overwatering

·         Signs of overwatering: Yellowing leaves, root rot, and poor growth.

·         Watering in the appropriate season: Reducing irrigation in the dormant season.

1:00pm – 2:00pm | Session #5

Common Mistakes to Avoid

·         Improper planting depth: Burying the tree too deep or too shallow.

·         Mulching mistakes: Piling mulch against the trunk ("volcano mulching").

·         Over or under-fertilizing: Misjudging nutrient needs.

·         Inconsistent watering: Frequent shallow watering rather than deep, consistent irrigation.

2:00pm – 3:00pm | Session #6

Conclusion

·         Recap of key points: Proper site selection, installation, balanced fertilization, and deep irrigation.

·         Q&A session: Engaging the audience with questions.

·         Final remarks: Emphasizing long-term tree care for healthy, thriving landscapes.

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CAT Certified Arborist Training Course (6 Classes)

Start
March 07, 2025

8:00 AM

End
April 11, 2025

3:00 PM

Location
Mesa, Arizona

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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:

Charles K. Luster Building

640 North Mesa Drive

Mesa, AZ 85201

Registration Now Open!

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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)

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 CAT Exam:
Call ISA for more details at 217-355-9411

It is recommended to begin the registration process as early as possible. It can take time to submit the paperwork and receive approval to register.

To take the exam, individuals must be registered directly with the ISA at least 4 weeks prior to the exam to be eligible for testing.

The ISA requires a minimum of 3 years documented field experience before taking the Certified Arborist exam.

The ACTC/CAT Program series does not include the exam registration and exam fee.

ACTC is not responsible for your CAT exam registration.

The Certified Arborist Exam is proctored by the ISA.

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

Please review the qualifications for taking the exam at http://www.isa-arbor.com/certification/becomeCertified/index.aspx

Call ISA for more details at 217-355-9411.

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2025 SWAAN Annual Conference

Start
March 11, 2025
End
March 13, 2025
Location
Santa Fe Community College, 6401 Richards Avenue, Main Building, Jemez Room, Santa Fe NM, 87508
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