Events are hosted by The Britton Fund to raise funds for sponsored research and educational opportunities to promote excellence and advancement in the field of arboriculture important to the west. New knowledge is shared online, through workshops, seminars, regional conferences, publications.
Sign up! Join friends and industry partners and participate, volunteer, provide a sponsorship or donation to support this important work. We look forward to seeing you!
Learn more about these opportunities by clicking on the links below. To discuss which event might be a great match for you, contact us at infor@thebrittonfund.org.
The Britton Fund Ride
The 19th Annual Britton Fund Ride | April 27, 2026
It’s a Full Circle return to Oakhurst, California, the Gateway to Yosemite National Park! We are partnering up with WCISA’s 92th Annual Conference and Trade Show. Every dollar raised through this annual fundraising event will be dedicated to research and education for our WCISA members, tree-care professionals, and tree enthusiasts throughout the West and beyond. Details will be posted soon.
The Britton Fund Annual Silent Auction
The Britton Fund Silent and Live Auction
April 28-30, 2026
Join us at WCISA’s 92nd Annual Conference and Tradeshow at the fabulous Tenaya Lodge at Yosemite. From travel adventures to one-of-a-kind keepsakes, your donations and bids helps fund vital research and education for tree-care professionals throughout the West and beyond. We can’t wait to watch the friendly bidding rivalries! Stay tuned for details on how to donate items, bid, and participate.
Education
Roots to Results: Applying Research for a
Resilient Urban Forest
Thank you for joining us for the AMAZING DAY of education! This annual event benefited The Britton Fund and brought together top experts in arboriculture to share practical insights on soil health, species selection, legal issues, and innovative tools—including Britton Fund research. From rhizospheres to canopy cover, it was a day of science, solutions, and collaboration to grow stronger urban forests across the West. Planning is already underway for 2026. We hope to see you there!
Favorite Recent Events
Virtual Workshop – Botany for Arborists 2021. It was a celebration of 15 years of research and results.
Educational Seminars from 2012 – 2022. Best of the best!
Volunteer Work Day – 2018. A memorable day of accomplishments.
Palm Tour & Book Signing with Don Hodel – 2012
Save the date! WISCA’s 92th Annual Conference & Trade Show is scheduled for April 27-30, 2026 in Yosemite National Park, California.
Interested in more educational opportunities? Check out the WCISA events and workshops.