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The Western Arborist is the official magazine of the Western Chapter ISA. This quarterly publication is provided free of charge to over 3000 chapter members. It's purpose is to disseminate timely and relevant articles, news and information regarding trees, tree care technology, pest management, and chapter and industry-wide activities and educational opportunities. Our audience includes commercial, municipal and utility arborist, urban foresters, tree care specialists, horticulturists and other allied professionals primarily located in Arizona, California, Hawaii and Nevada. We are dedicated to improving tree care throughout the industry by promoting tree care standards, continuing education and research. This publication includes technical and applied articles, guest editorials, research reports, news and a calendar of events e.g., annual conferences, regional meetings, and Certified Arborist and Certified Tree Worker examinations. In addition, it contains advertisements for arboricultural services, and equipment, as well as classified ads regarding positions wanted or available.

IN EVERY ISSUE

Papers and Articles:	Research findings, applied technology, topical items, editorials, committee reports, news and general interest items.
President's message:	News and editorial
Certification information	Certified Arborist and Tree Worker exam dates and locations:
Chapter News:
Regional meeting information, items of specific interest to chapter members, current events:	Chapter and industry wide activities and meetings.
Letters from members:	Suggestions, comments, and concerns.
International ISA News:	What's happening around the world in arboriculture.
New Publications:	Useful books, pamphlets, guidelines and videos.
Educational Resources:	Books, pamphlets, guides and videos.
Classifieds:
Products and Services available:
Announcements:	Awards.
Historical Perspectives:
Pest Alert:	Articles and information on Insects and diseases that effect trees.
Feature Tree:	Includes a description, Environmental tolerance, Landscape use, Attributes, and Potential problems