ISA 89th Annual International

Conference & Trade Show

August 3 – 7, 2013Toronto, ON Canada

• Non-profit based in Champaign, IL• Promotes the professional practice of

Arboriculture through research & education, & fosters a greater worldwide awareness of benefits of trees

• 36 Chapters and 11 Associate Organizations• Locally served by the Ontario Chapter

International Society of Arboriculture

• 2,000+ delegates from more than 20 countries

• Conference activities include:o Educational Sessionso International Tree Climbing

Championship (ITCC)o Public Education Arbor Fairo Indoor Trade Show

ISA 89th Annual International Conference & Trade Show

Schedule of Events

Saturday, August 3o ITCC Competitiono Arbor Fairo Fun Climbo Tree Academy Workshops

Sunday, August 4o ITCC Masters’

Competitiono Tree Academy Workshopso Opening Ceremony &

Welcome ReceptionMonday, August 5

o Educational Sessionso Trade Showo Climbers’ Corner

Tuesday, August 6o Educational

Sessionso Trade Showo Climbers’ Corner

Wednesday, August 7

o Educational Sessions

International Tree Climbing Championship

• More than 60 climbers representing 16 countries

• Events simulating actual work practices:o Aerial Rescueo Belayed Speed Climbo Secured Footlocko Throwlineo Work Climbo Masters’ Challengeo Head-to-Head Footlock

Fun Climb

• Attendees of all ages get hands-on experience climbing just like professional arborists.

• Supervised by qualified instructors

Arbor Fair

• Local organizations provide educational displays & demonstrations

• Promotes proper tree care & public awareness

Tree Academy Workshops & Educational Sessions

• 5-days of educational opportunities

• Half day hands-on workshops• More than 80 presenters

from around the world• Sessions for commercial,

utility, municipal, & research focused professionals

• Climbers’ Corner on the Trade Show Floor

Trade Show

• More than 300 exhibitors from 125 companies & organizations

• The latest equipment in the industry• Plus climbing gear & professional

goods & services• Monday & Tuesday, 9:30 am – 3:30

pm

Join UsAugust 3 – 7, 2013

For more information visit www.isa-arbor.com/conference