photo credit
Ralph Sievert, Mpls Forestry
Benefits
Minnesota Society of Arboriculture member benefits include:
- A membership directory
- An informative newsletter containing industry related articles and society announcements
- The opportunity to participate in statewide Society-sponsored educational workshops
- Discounted registration fees at various events
- Mailing labels and advertising available for promoting your company
- A chance to volunteer in your industry
- MSA sponsors many events which promote the professionalism in the tree industry: Day of Service, Festival of Trees, and the very popular Tree Climbing Championship
The International Society of Arboriculture
The ISA is the parent organization of the Minnesota Society of Arboriculture, and MSA members are strongly encouraged to join. Since 1924, the ISA has supported research and education in proper tree care.
ISA member benefits include:
- Journal of Arboriculture – The best scientific journal in the horticultural field (published monthly)
- Annual Conference – Interact with practitioners from around the world
- Conference Speakers Papers – These papers are published in the Journal after the Conference
- Publications – Receive other special publications including Arboriculture Abstracts
- Shade Tree Research – ISA Research Trust annually sponsors research studies
