The Ohio Independent Arborist Association is a non-profit organization based in Northeast Ohio committed to building arboricultural relationships. We seek to improve all arborists and the practice of arboriculture through education, training, and social networking at local meetings and workshops. We were founded on the following ideas:
Knowledge
We all possess skills, knowledge or experiences that can benefit other arborists.
Learning
Good information should be promoted and sharing resources should not be expensive.
Safety
We all benefit when our work is respected and performed safely and properly.
Science
Scientific knowledge gained from research is the foundation for our profession.
Community
Some of the most beneficial knowledge comes from informal discussions and relationships developed when good food and drink is shared by independent people.