ISA-RMC

05/29/2026

Brought to you by Denver Urban Gardens (DUG), here is some helpful information that addresses water conservation & drought in the Denver Metro area:

DUG operates community gardens across six counties in the Denver metro. Drought conditions are affecting the entire region this season. This resource outlines current restrictions by county and practical water-saving guidance for all gardeners and community members.  This FAQ will be updated as con...

05/27/2026

The revised version of the ANSI Z 133 standards has been made available for free to download through the ISA Website!!!!! We are so excited to refresh on the standards and familiarize with the updates!!

Download your copy here:

The International Society of Arboriculture promotes the professional practice of arboriculture and fosters a greater worldwide awareness of the benefits of trees.

05/25/2026

*Exciting research grant opportunity!!!*

"The new Lucas Tree Experts Integrated Vegetation Management Endowed Research Fund will provide annual grants of up to $25,000 to advance sustainable vegetation management, support ecosystem health, and enhance the reliability of energy infrastructure." (https://treefund.org/archives/23670)

Following the 100 year anniversary of Lucas Tree Experts, the company has established a $500,000 permanent endowment to the TREE Fund to support Integrated Vegetation Management (IVM) research in the United States and Canada!!

For more information follow this link: https://treefund.org/lucas-tree-research-fund

05/22/2026

Join Lindsey Purcell and Dr. Ryan Klein in a three day Prescriptive Pruning course held within the Rocky Mountain Region from June 30th to July 2nd in Colorado Springs!

"This new pruning paradigm shifts the decision of which branches to prune from the production arborist to an informed prescriber. It establishes a protocol resulting in consistency between the arborist preparing the prescription and the production arborist. This credential teaches you how to prescribe and perform pruning in accordance with industry standards and ISA’s BMP, which is supported by the latest research and experience."

For more information and registration follow this link: https://isarmc.starchapter.com/meetinginfo.php?id=407&ts=1775064570

05/20/2026

Our Rocky Mountain Chapter was well represented at the North American Tree Climbing Competition this year!!

Our volunteers, Kevin Perez and Jeff Meyer, were stationed at aerial rescue! Tara Costanzo was making sure the competition was running smoothly! Natalie McNeill and Greg Shepard were strong support systems for our climbers! And Luke Glines, Abby Alm, Axel Avila, and Ashley Fox had the opportunity to compete!

The competition was held at the Davey SEED Campus in Kent, OH. Competitors were given the opportunity to climb, rescue, throw, and swing through spectacular oak trees throughout the weekend.
Amongst the shots of smiling faces and scenery, you will find some action shots of Luke in work climb, Abby bringing the dummy down in AR, Axel preparing for AR, and Ashley beginning the speed climb event! Axel and Ashley ended up both earning 10 points in belayed speed climb!

The excitement continues as we look forward to our regional competition next month in Billings, MT!!

04/25/2026

04/23/2026

The RMC aerial rescue training in Albuquerque, NM was a success!
Arborists from around New Mexico joined together for a day of safety and learning (the best types of days) on April 18th!

Here is our NM director, Matthew Alesio, practicing his rescue!

04/22/2026

Love pollinators, trees and native plants? 🌱🌼🐝

Join Denver Community Planning and Development for the Denver Resilient Landscapes Symposium on Saturday, April 25 from 10 a.m.-12 p.m. at CSU Spur. Stop by for resources including rebates, free native seeds, tree giveaways, and expert advice to help transform your landscapes. Provide feedback on the draft recommendations for new development landscaping including new tree preservation requirements and turfgrass limitations.

Sign up to receive a free parking code and let us know you’ll be joining! https://denvergov.org/Government/Agencies-Departments-Offices/Agencies-Departments-Offices-Directory/Community-Planning-and-Development/Denver-Zoning-Code/Text-Amendments/Denver-Resilient-Landscape

04/21/2026

The Reflex has been approved for competition use!!!🤩

The ISC Reflex is now approved for use in the ITCC.

You can view the updated ITCC Approved Devices list and the Gear Check Quick Reference Guide by visiting the ITCC website.

To view the ITCC Approved Devices list click here: https://ow.ly/4Vrb50YLh5S

To view the Gear Check Quick Reference Guide click here: https://ow.ly/SlUH50YLh5T

04/10/2026

Tree planting opportunity coming up!

On April 24, join us for tree planting along the Via Verde Trail in Westwood! All are welcome to join, and childcare will be provided.

April 24 | 8 AM - 12 PM
Via Verde Trail in Westwood

Sign up today: https://godenverparks.denvergov.org/ActivityRegistration/1b2e9736-7715-4bc7-b145-109ed50215ef