Benefits of Membership
ISA "Certified Arborist" Program:
Certification establishes a level of expertise within the arboriculture
profession. A list of certified arborists is provided to Cornell Cooperative
Extension, municipalities and other organizations upon request.
NYSA Merchandise: Truck Sticker and Pin (see photo on right
-click for enlargement). The pin looks identical to the sticker (just
smaller), with a gold rim.
Pricing
is as follows: Pins and Stickers: 1 for $3, 2 for $5, 4 for $9 They
are available through the office at the prices above, plus $2.00 S&H
on all orders. Please note: PINS AND STICKERS ARE ONLY AVAILABLE TO
NYSA MEMBERS.
The Empire State Tree Conference: An
annual educational conference and trade show. Highlights research
of maintenance of woody ornamentals, business management, and
legislative updates.
Seminar/ Workshops: The Association
sponsors seminars and workshops throughout the state such as, Cornell
Field Diagnosis: Insects and Diseases on Trees and Shrubs, updates
on regulations and other current issues.
Shade Tree Notes:Our quarterly publication
is filled with arboricultural, industry and association information.
Public Relations: Promotion of the industry
through activities such as Arbor Day celebrations, the Arbor Day Poster
program and the State Fair exhibit.
Journal: Membership directory with useful
information.
Tree Climbing Competition;
with winner being sponsored at the
ISA competition.
Awards:
Several awards are given annually:
Distinguished Arborist Award is presented
to a respected colleague who has furthered arboriculture in New York
State.
Research Award is presented to a researcher
that is working on important research regarding the improvement of
arboricultural industry.
Senior Scholar's Award is presented
to an individual whose professional studies have made significant
advances in the field of arboriculture.
Student Scholarship is awarded to a
second, third or fourth year undergraduate student who excels in arboricultural
education and studies.
Professional Field Arborist Award is
given to an arborist who has made a significant improvement in professional
"hands on" tree care, heroism or creating a better field practice.
Gold Leaf Award recognizes individuals,
organizations, or communities for outstanding Arbor Day programs or
community landscape beautification projects.
President's Award recognizing outstanding
service by a volunteer.
Continuing
Education Units (CEU)
To learn
more about how to obtain Continuing Education Units CLICK HERE
To
go to the ISA store web site for a listing of publications, videos,
articles and seminars that offer CEU credits( Watch for the CEU Acorn!)
CLICK HERE
Membership Form
Click here to link to the membership form.
Fill out form, and then go to file and print the page. Mail or fax the
printed form with your check or credit card information for immediate
membership to the NYSA office.
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