About Colorado Arborist Association

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The Colorado Arborist Association (CAA) is a nonprofit organization consisting of professionals and private citizens. The association is focused on promoting its members' education, networking, and training on trees and tree care issues. Founded in 2024 with the intention to educate the industry about the necessity of safe and proper tree care training through the Arborist Journeyman Program, the Colorado Arborist Association also provides other resources for arborists in Colorado such as fellowship, mental health access, and continuing education opportunities.  

CAA’s 8 Objectives for Arborists

• Exchange information through meetings and events that will aid in the improvement of the practice of tree conservation in arboriculture
• To increase the professionalism of tree care companies
• Provide access to high-quality training and education for local arborists
• Help sponsor training events
• Provide career pathways for budding arborists
• Training for arborists and potential arborists
• Partnering with Colorado Tree CareSector Partnership (CTCSP) to serve as a non-profit agent
• Provide access to mental health resources for tree care professionals

CAA’s 4 Key Goals for the Public

• Help increase public awareness and education about tree care
• Elevate public perception of the tree care profession
• Help educate the public on hiring a tree company
• Help explain the different types of arborists

 The CAA believes that if we all work together and talk more about trees, we will better understand proper tree care, safety, and professionalism, with the result of quality tree care. We represent the interests of those involved in arboriculture across the entire state, with the like-minded goal of caring for Colorado trees. The Colorado Arborist Association (CAA) is a member-driven organization that relies on its member volunteers. We invite you to join your fellow tree care professionals in supporting CAA to inquire about volunteer opportunities with CAA!