Kentucky Arborists'
Association
"Promoting healthy landscapes through sound
arboricultural practices!"
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.
Values
Kentucky Chapter, ISA values making an investment in the future of professional arboriculture through networking, education, research, consumer satisfaction, and safety, while working to maintain integrity and credibility of the profession.
Mission
Promote awareness of responsible tree care practices through research, education, and training, for arboricultural and community benefits.
Safety
Professional tree care practitioners have the required knowledge, training, and expertise to perform proper tree care safely.
Volunteerism in the Kentucky Chapter, ISA
Since the organization’s inception in 1974, volunteers have powered the Chapter's growth. Active participation by members provides them with opportunities for personal and professional development. Volunteers are crucial to the success of the Chapter. The Chapter Board of Directors (“Board”) recruits, trains, and recognizes volunteers for their valuable contributions to the Chapter, profession and public. KAA welcomes all volunteers to our Board Meeting! See our Calendar of Events for meeting dates and times.
KAA Membership
STUDENTS: Take an advantage of a free membership to KAA and ISA!
REMINDER, all check your KAA Membership renewal date and don't let your membership expire!
Check our Calendar for upcoming events, KAA Board Meetings and our organization committees!
Job Posting URL
The National Park Service spread the word about a Gardener Position within the Stones River National Cemetery in Stones River National Battlefield in Tennessee. The National Cemetery is historic landscape with mature trees, turf and ornamental plantings that need the care of a talented Gardener.
Susan Dolan
National Park Service
Bureau Historical Landscape Architect and
Park Cultural Landscapes Program Manager
Washington Support Office (WASO)
office: 206 220 4132
w. cell: 202 308 5450
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
We are currently hiring Climbers and a new Consulting Arborist for Sales.
For information please click the following link:
Getting ready for the ISA Certification Exam?
This practice exam course helps prepare you by providing a timed 200-question multiple-choice exam similar to the real thing. In addition, the course offers a thorough preparation guide full of study tips and information about the ISA Certified Arborist® exam.
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LOCAL EVENTS
SAVE THE DATE — April 24, 2025 8am-4:30pm — Canopy Con 25: Expanding urban tree canopies: Leading by example.
All are encouraged to attend, regardless of affiliation and knowledge level! The day will consist of talks by professional guest speakers and field demonstrations from local professionals in the field! It will be a great opportunity for learning and networking!
This year we will be at the Fayette County Extension Office (1140 Harry Sykes Way, Lexington, KY). Registration cost: $40, students $10, and includes breakfast, lunch, and snack.
The official registration is NOW OPEN and get more information at https://ufi.ca.uky.edu/canopy-con-2025.
We are excited to see you there!
The Urban Forest Initiative Team
Are you an arborist or urban forester who conducts tree risk assessments?
Researchers from the Universities of Toronto, Florida, and Wisconsin-Stevens Point are researching how arborists perceive the likelihood of failure of included bark. They've put together a survey with scenarios and photos and are looking for tree care professionals to rate the likelihood of failure. See $100 incentive above.
Any comments or questions can be directed to the principal investigator, Alexander Martin (University of Toronto – Mississauga) at alexif.martin@mail.utornoto.ca .
Link: Click to take the Survey
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