Iowa Arborist Association: Promoting Professional Arboriculture & Education

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Our MissionThe goals of the Iowa Arborist Association are to foster an appreciation for the Iowa tree community, to increase interest in planting and caring for shade and ornamental trees, to promote the science and practice of professional arboriculture and to encourage public education.

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2nd Annual Girdling Root Excavation Workshop

July 29, 2026

The 2nd Annual GIRDLING ROOT EXCAVATION WORKSHOP at NEWTON ARBORETUM AND BOTANICAL GARDENS 3030 n 4TH Ave E, Newton, Iowa August 13, 2026 | Four ISA CEUs 8 a.m. to noon $25 for IAA members, $75 for non-members...

2026 Kids Climb

July 29, 2026

Calling all Iowa Parents! Looking for an unforgettable weekend adventure for the kids? Bring them out for safe, guided tree climbing with the Iowa Arborist Association! Date: Sunday, August 9, 2026 Time: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM Cost: FREE with paid general admission (Members are always FREE!) What You...

2026 TRAQ Training and Exam

May 1, 2026

TRAQ Qualification Training and Exam June 24-26, 2026 Registration Deadline: May 23rd, 2026 Long Grove Community Building 12114 N 1st Street Long Grove, IA 52756 Iowa Chapter Members $695.00 Non Member $795.00 with membership TRAQ Qualification Training and Exam- June 2026...

Arbor Day Kids Climb

April 22, 2026

Kids need to exhaust energy? CLIMB A TREE!!! Saturday, April 25th. 10am-noon Iowa Arboretum PERMISSION GRANTED—CLIMB THAT TREE!!!...

🚨 BIG NEWS: The 20th Anniversary is coming to Sioux City! 🚨

April 21, 2026

Get ready to look up! 🌳 The 2026 Iowa Tree Climbing Championship is heading to Riverside Park this May, and it’s going to be our biggest year yet! 🧗‍♂️✨ Whether you’re a pro looking to show off your skills, a newcomer ready to learn some “cool tricks” from the best, or a...