The Nevada Shade Tree Council, the Nevada Division of Forestry and the U.S. Forest Service are sponsoring an arborist training series to improve tree care skills and prepare those interested in taking the International Society of Arboriculture Certified Arborist Examination.

The series is in three eight-hour sessions from Oct. 5-7 at the Nevada Library and Archives, 401 North Carson St. The $85 registration fee and application are due Sept. 24.

A registration form may be downloaded or by request to Tony Dietz at (801) 214.5804.

An ISA Certified Arborist Examination will Oct. 8 at the same location. Contact ISA at www.isa-arbor.com for information on the exam.