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Become an Arborist
An ISA credential enables the public the opportunity to make an informed selection of services based on the knowledge and advanced training you demonstrate as a credential holder.
Find an Arborist
We promote the hiring of companies who have ISA certified professionals on staff. ISA Certified Arborists® are held to a Code of Ethics and are encouraged to follow industry standards.
Continuing Education
Professional arborists are encouraged to keep current on best practices and industry standards through workshops, seminars, the annual conference and on-line education opportunities.
The Kentucky Arborists' Association (KAA) is a "State Chapter" of the International Society of Arboriculture (ISA). Our state-wide organization is a volunteer-driven, non-profit educational and professional society dedicated to promoting proper tree care throughout the commonwealth. We represent arborists throughout the state of Kentucky and beyond through education, training and professional development.
Local Events/News/Webinars
Education
ISA Annual Conference August 10-12, 2026 Click Here
Pruning with Prescriptive Perspectives Sept 10-11, 2026 Click Here
TRAQ 3.0 Sept 16-18, 2026 Click Here
Kentucky Tree Climbing Championship (KYTCC) Oct 23-24, 2026 Click Here
ISA Certified Arborist Prep-Course & Exam Nov 4-6, 2026 Click Here
ITCC KAA Climber
Scott Preston will represent KAA at the International Tree Climbing Championship (ITCC)!
Scott's accomplishment reflects the hard work, training, and passion that make our arboriculture community so strong.
Way to go, Scott!
LOCAL CAREER OPPORTUNITY - INTERNSHIP
Bartlett Tree Experts, Lexington KY
Students in a natural science and/or green industry degree program (horticulture, forestry, turf science, agriculture, or outdoor recreation)
Hiring for a 8-12 week, 40-hours/week internship in arboriculture for this summer, starting as soon as available
Tuesday, July 21, 2026 @ 12:00pm CDT
Presenter: Thomas Whitney, PhD
Synopsis: “Efficacy of Aphidoletes aphidimyza predator releases to control aphid populations on linden street trees”
Sign Up: TBD
ARTICLES:
Factors & Forces: Identification of Structural Defects in Trees for Implementing Safe Work Plans
Want to know the cost increases for tree work over the past few years?
https://www.nytimes.com/2026/01/01/realestate/cost-of-cutting-down-a-tree.html
Grapple saws
TCIA Magazine and it's about a local tree care company here in Louisville. It focuses on grapple trucks and how they're changing the industry:
Current issues with white pines in North America
https://extension.psu.edu/eastern-white-pine-threats-to-a-historically-important-species
Arbor Day Foundation
The National Arbor Day Foundation invites KAA members to attend the 2026 Partners in Community Forestry Conference, taking place November 18–19, 2026, at the Union Station Hotel in St. Louis, Missouri.
This nationally recognized conference brings together urban and community forestry professionals, nonprofit leaders, researchers, municipal staff, educators, and tree advocates from across the country. Attendees will have the opportunity to exchange ideas, build valuable professional connections, and explore innovative, practical solutions for creating healthier, more resilient communities through trees.
Registration is now open, and the conference agenda is available online. If you are involved in urban forestry, municipal tree management, community engagement, education, or nonprofit leadership, we encourage you to consider attending this outstanding professional development opportunity.
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