Adult Programs

IAA Careers in Arboriculture Demonstration Event

Learn about careers in tree care with a demonstration and networking event at The Morton Arboretum.

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Discover meaningful, exciting careers working with trees at this full-day event hosted at The Morton Arboretum in partnership with the Illinois Arborist Association. Whether you’re a student exploring your options or considering a career change, this is your chance to learn directly from arborists, urban foresters, and other tree care professionals.

Talk with industry experts about their work, explore career pathways, visit exhibitor booths to learn about on-the-job training opportunities and career paths, and watch live demonstrations that bring the daily tasks of tree care to life.

Event Details

This event will be held at The Morton Arboretum’s Gateway to Tree Science on Thursday, October 9, 2025, from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

The closest parking is in parking lot P-8 on the Arboretum’s East Side.

Lunch will be provided.

Registration Details

Cost: $25.00

Advance registration is required and must be completed through the Illinois Arborist Association website. Register now.

The cost of registration includes lunch, refreshments, and Arboretum general admission for the day.

Speakers

Details will be available closer to the event date.

Schedule of Events

9:00 a.m.
Check-in

10:00 a.m.
Welcome

10:30 a.m.
Aerial Productions Applications

11:30 a.m.
Lunch

12:15 p.m.
Antibiotic/Biotic Diagnostics on Trees

1:15 p.m.
Root Collar Excavation

3:15 p.m.
Break

3:30 p.m.
Urban Forest Population Management

Drone Use in Arboriculture

4:15 p.m.
Careers in Arboriculture

4:45 p.m.
Networking

Refreshments

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