Webinar de Temas de Arboricultura Virtual en Zoom

1 sesión virtual por mes hasta junio 2025

12pm EST- 1pm EST

registro requerido

Tenemos una nueva oportunidad educativa disponible para trabajdores de arbol hispanohablantes. La serie Raising Trees o Creciendo Arboles tendrá un webinar en Español cada mes empesando en 09 de octubre. En cada webinar puedes aprender sobre temas de arboricultura que te ayudaran en tu trabajo y para estudiar para el Examin de Arbolista certificiado por la ISA. 

The Raising Trees Webinar Series will begin offering a monthly one-hour webinar in Spanish beginning October 09. Retitled as Creciendo Arboles, this webinar is co-produced by Auburn University Extension and the University of Georgia. 

Programa del seminario web

Fecha	Horario	Tema	Descripción
9 de octubre	12pm EST	Conceptos básicos de la poda prescrita en Arboles	Aprenda los métodos de poda que promuevan la salud y estética de los árboles, minimizando el daño al árbol.
20 de noviembre	12pm EST	conciencia sobre los peligros de líneas eléctricas: Seguridad del trabajador de arboles	El programa explica el estándar de la industria de la arboricultura para trabajar cerca de las líneas eléctricas y otros servicios públicos.
08 de enero	12pm EST	selección del sitio y establecimiento de árboles	Proporciona Información sobre la selección de sitio adecuado, preparación, el mejor proceso de plantación, y el mantenimiento subsecuente de árboles urbanos.
05 de Marzo	12pm EST	Preservación de árboles durante la construcción	Describe los mejores métodos para mitigar el daño a los árboles cerca de sitios de construcción y áreas donde hay excavaciones.
14 de marzo	12pm EST	La importancia de un suelo saludable para el crecimiento de árboles urbanos	Explica técnicas para proteger y tratar los suelos en beneficio de los arboles en áreas urbanas
09 de abril	12pm EST	Identificación y manejo de especies invasivas que afectan los arboles	Especies invasivas Identificación y manejo de especies invasivas que afectan los arboles.
14 de mayo	12pm EST	Identificación y Evaluación de Peligros para trabajadores de Industria Arborícola	Identificación y Evaluación de Peligros para trabajadores de Industria Arborícola, y como implementar las mejores prácticas de seguridad en la industria
18 de junio	12pm EST	Irrigación para árboles urbanos: Agua desde el suelo hasta las hojas	Analiza formas de proporcionar agua a los árboles basándose en la irrigación eficiente y lo ultimo en Tecnología de riego en la arboricultura

Para registro por favor entre su informacion aqui:

Enlace Para Registro

 https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_fGTZmz42RqGu9TJZ6P2Xgw?fbclid=IwY2xjawFj2i1leHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHbX8XfaXWmgduPIEpfcZCuRouMoQHD7uXJR1oWZOIcklDbju0acrNHpaIQ_aem_ZBsfrnW1dBpvbnCzEvHlJw#/registration

Academia de Trepadores

4 cursos de dia completo 

marzo-junio 2025

miembros de GAA: $75 por curso/$250 academia completa 

miembros del publico $100 por curso/$350 academia completa 

evento en español 

curso 1: Rescate Aereo , 29 de marzo @ Boutte Trees, 2158 Bolton Rd NW, Atlanta, GA 30318

curso 2: RCP y Primeros Auxilios para arboristas, 25 de abril @ DeKalb County Government Service Center 178 Sams Street Decatur, Ga 30030

curso 3: nudos, cuerdas, rigging, y seguridad, 30 de mayo @ Vermeer SE, 1320 Gresham Rd NE, Marietta, GA 30062

curso 4: dia de examen, 27 de junio @ Legacy Park Decatur, 500 S Columbia Dr, Decatur, GA 30030

El programa ISA Certified Tree Climber (Trepador Certificado por la ISA) está diseñado para quienes trepan a los árboles con frecuencia como parte de su trabajo en la industria del cuidado de árboles.

Esta academia está diseñada para ayudar a los escaladores de árboles a cumplir con los requisitos y obtener un mayor entendimiento sobre la escalada técnica de árboles con el fin de tomar el examen de Especialista Certificado en Escalada de Árboles de la ISA. Cada curso está diseñado para cumplir con una de las necesidades de calificación. El último curso de la academia es un día de examen en el cual los evaluadores actuales de la ISA para escaladores de árboles evaluarán a los postulantes siguiendo el formulario de evaluación de la ISA.

El programa ISA Certified Tree Climber es la única certificación global de trepadores en toda la industria que evalúa conocimientos y habilidades frente a estándares aceptados internacionalmente relacionados con habilidades y prácticas laborales seguras. Como parte integral de su trayectoria profesional, ser un profesional en trepa de árboles certificado por la ISA le permite demostrar sus competencias como trepador y demonstrar su pasión continua por el aprendizaje y el desarrollo en esta industria.

Para ser elegible para el examen, debe tener lo siguiente:

1.) Dieciocho meses de experiencia en escalada en arboricultura

2.) Capacitación actual en rescate aéreo físico (práctica), RCP y primeros auxilios

En esta guía del programa se encuentra disponible toda la información para solicitantes, candidatos y titulares de credenciales.

Las partes interesadas deben solicitar y aplicar para presentar el examen de Escalador Certificado de Árboles de la ISA a través de https://www.isa-arbor.com/

Convertirse en candidato para una certificación de la ISA es un proceso de dos pasos a través de tu cuenta en línea MyISA.

1. Primero, aplica en línea o envía una solicitud completada.

2. Cuando recibas la notificación de que tu solicitud ha sido aprobada, podrás inscribirte a través de tu cuenta en el sitio web para presentar el examen.

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Tree Climber's Academy

4 full-day courses

March-June 2025

GAA members: $75 per course/$250 full academy

Members of the public: $100 per course/$350 full academy

this is Spanish language event 

Course 1: Aerial Rescue, March 29 @ Boutte Trees, 2158 Bolton Rd NW, Atlanta, GA 30318

Course 2: CPR and First Aid for Arborists, April 25 @ DeKalb County Government Service Center 178 Sams Street Decatur, Ga 30030

Course 3: Knots, Ropes, Rigging, and Safety, May 30 @ Vermeer SE, 1320 Gresham Rd NE, Marietta, GA 30062

Course 4: Test Day, June 27 @ Legacy Park Decatur, 500 S Columbia Dr, Decatur, GA 30030

This Spanish language academy is designed to help current tree climbers meet the qualifications and gain further understanding about technical tree climbing in order to take and pass the ISA Certified Tree Climber Specialist exam.  Each course is designed to meet one of the qualification needs. The last course of the academy is an exam day where current ISA tree climber examiners will asses testers following the ISA practicum guidelines. 

The ISA Certified Tree Climber program is the only global, industry-wide climber certification to test knowledge and skills against internationally accepted standards related to skill and safe work practices. As an integral part of a career journey, being an ISA Certified Tree Climber allows you to show your competencies as a professional climber and ignites a continued passion for learning and development in this industry. To be eligible for the exam, you must have the following:

• Eighteen months of climbing experience in arboriculture
• Current training in a physical (practice) aerial rescue, CPR, and First Aid

Important applicant, candidate and credential holder information is available on this program guide.

Interested parties must still request and apply to take the ISA certified Tree Climber exam via https://wwv.isa-arbor.com/ 

Becoming a candidate for an ISA certification is a two-step process through your online MyISA Dashboard.

1. First, apply online or submit a completed application.

2. When you receive notice that your application is approved, you may then enroll through your website account to take an exam.  

HOTEL INFORMATION

April 24, 2025 through April 25, 2025, Hampton Inn & Suites Atlanta Decatur/Emory for  Booking your room is simple; Just follow the link below.

https://www.hilton.com/en/attend-my-event/atldehx-91z-8577f1e9-e1ac-4281-80cb-865a135d9257/

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May 01-May 02, Hilton Atlanta|Marietta Hotel & Conference Center 500 Powder Springs Street | Marietta, GA| 30064

https://www.hilton.com/en/book/reservation/deeplink/?ctyhocn=ATLMAHF&groupCode=93A&arrivaldate=2025-05-01&departuredate=2025-05-02&cid=OM,WW,HILTONLINK,EN,DirectLink&fromId=HILTONLINKDIRECT

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June 26-27 Hampton Inn & Suites Atlanta  Decatur/Emory 

https://www.hilton.com/en/attend-my-event/atldehx-920-e871b714-87b1-499e-a715-cbd116fd509c/

ASTI Aerial Rescue Training

May 15th, 2025 
EMBARC Youth Farm 1185 Rock Chapel Rd, Lithonia, GA 30058
8:00 a.m. until 5 p.m.

8 ISA + CTSP CEUs for in person and 2 additional CEU opportunities for online course. 

When a tree worker is injured or incapacitated aloft, typically fellow crew members are the first to respond an emergency could develop any time, and tree care professionals must know how to react.

TCIA’s Aerial Rescue Training Program helps you protect your workers and meet the aerial rescue training requirements mandated by ANSI Z133.1 and OSHA.

Prepare for your Certified Tree Worker Exam with Aerial Rescue Training. Provided at a discounted rate in partnership with the TCIA's Arborist Safety Training Institute (ASTI). 

This course includes a full-day, in person training with a qualified instructor AND a virtual self-paced instruction. Participants will receive a certificate of completion at the end of the course.

Climbers must bring own gear, wear all necessary PPE and be able to access the tree and ascend/descend without assistance.

About the instructor:  Mandi Wilson, CTSP

I’m based in Colorado and love to travel for training opportunities. My background as an Army Evacuation Medic fuels my passion for safety and training. 

With a decade of experience in the tree care industry, I specialize in providing creative

safety and skills training solutions in engaging environments. Whether it’s tree care or trauma response, I can deliver effective training.

My credentials include ISA Certified Arborist (CA), Tree Risk Assessment Qualification (TRAQ), TCIA Certified Tree Care Safety Professional (CTSP), Qualified Trainer (QT), and I’m also a licensed First Aid, CPR, and AED instructor through the American Red Cross.

Motosierras: tecnicas y seguridad en espanol

viernes 16 de mayo

8am-4pm

E.M.B.A.R.C. Community Youth Farm, 1185 Rock Chapel Rd, Lithonia, GA 30058

CEUs disponible

GRATIS para miembros de la GAA

$35 para miembros del publico 

En esta capacitacion vas aprender sobre el uso correcto, mantenimiento, seguridad, y techniquas practicas para el uso de motosierras en la arboricultura y el campo.  

Los objetivos del curso de capacitación son:

- Capacitar al personal de cuidado de árboles sobre los peligros asociados con el uso de motosierras.

- Operaciones básicas de motosierras (tronzado, desrame, tala básica).

- Peligros y procedimientos para trabajos en tormentas y árboles peligrosos.

- Capacitar en técnicas adecuadas y buenas prácticas aceptadas.

- Cuidado y mantenimiento básico de la motosierra

- Incrementar la participación en el cumplimiento general de las normas de seguridad de OSHA y la autovigilancia.

EPI OBLIGATORIO

TRAIGA SU PROPIA MOTOSIERRA

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This Course is in SPANISH

Chainsaws: Techniques and Safety in Spanish

Friday, May 16

8 a.m.-4 p.m.

E.M.B.A.R.C. Community Youth Farm, 1185 Rock Chapel Rd, Lithonia, GA 30058

CEUs available

FREE for GAA members

$35 for members of the public

In this training, you will learn about the proper use, maintenance, safety, and practical techniques for using chainsaws in arboriculture and the field.

The objectives of the training course are:

- To train tree care personnel on the hazards associated with chainsaw use.

- Basic chainsaw operations (bucking, limbing, basic felling).

- Hazards and procedures for working in storms and hazardous trees.

- To train in proper techniques and accepted best practices.

- Basic chainsaw care and maintenance

- Increase participation in general OSHA safety compliance and self-monitoring.

    

Curso de preparacion para el examen de arborista certificado por la ISA®

ISA Certified Arborist®  Exam Review Course

Ubicación: 

Sandy Springs Government Building

1 Galambos Way, Sandy Springs GA 30328

19, 20, 21 de mayo, 2025

8am-4pm

Fecha límite de inscripción: 16 de mayo, 2025

Premier Sponsor:

Thank you to our sponsors 

Costo:

$100 - Miembros de la GAA

$175 - No miembros (incluye 1 año de membresía a GAA)

$175 - Patrocinio de una reservacion 

***Oportunidades de becas disponibles: consulte la sección Notas importantes para conocer el proceso y la elegibilidad***

Presentado por:  

Miguel Sarabia, CA

About our speakers: 

Durante dos sesiones de día completo, el instructor y arborista certificado Miguel Sarabia ayudará a los asistentes a prepararse para el examen con charlas que cubrirán la biología de los árboles, la identificación de los árboles, la ciencia del suelo, el manejo del agua, la nutrición y fertilización de los árboles, la selección, instalación y establecimiento de árboles, la poda, el soporte de los árboles y la protección contra rayos, el diagnóstico y los trastornos de las plantas, el cuidado de la salud de las plantas, la evaluación de los árboles y la gestión de riesgos, los árboles y la construcción, la silvicultura urbana, la seguridad de los trabajadores de los árboles y la escalada y el trabajo en los árboles. Los asistentes también aprenderán sobre la elegibilidad para el examen y sobre cómo rendirlo.

 NOTAS IMPORTANTES::

Los asistentes deben combinar esta clase con el estudio de la Guía de estudio para arboristas certificados por la ISA (no incluida en la inscripción al curso). Los primeros 5 registrantes recibiran una copia de la guia gratis. 

Los asistentes son responsables de completar su propia solicitud para el examen a través de la ISA. Este es un proceso de 2 pasos que comienza con una solicitud y, una vez aprobada por la ISA, puede registrarse para la fecha y el lugar del examen que elija. Las tarifas del examen las maneja la ISA y no están incluidas en la inscripción para este curso. Puede encontrar una copia de la Guía de solicitud para arboristas certificados de la ISA AQUI. Si tiene alguna pregunta sobre el proceso, ¡la GAA puede ayudarte!

Solicitantes

Hay becas disponibles para trabajadores de cuidado de árboles con un mínimo de 3 años de experiencia en la industria y que vivan o trabajen dentro del área del mapa CJEST 

Los solicitantes deben estar empleados dentro del estado de Georgia. La beca cubre el costo del curso y el libro de estudio, pero no incluye la membresía gratuita. Puede solicitar una beca aquí. Si solicita una beca, asegúrese de registrarse para mantener su lugar; en lugar de pagar, simplemente elija "facturarme". La fecha límite para solicitar la beca es el 15 de Mayo de 2025.

10 CEUS DISPONIBLES

***Para aquellos que quieran inscribirse en el curso como actualización y ya sean arboristas certificados, pueden recibir 10 CEU.******

 INFORMACIÓN DEL HOTEL 

 

¿Tiene preguntas? Comuníquese con un administrador de GAA al 470-768-8530 o al correo electrónico maria@georgiaarborist.org

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ISA Certified Arborist®  Exam Review Course

Location:

Sandy Springs Government Building

1 Galambos Way, Sandy Springs GA 30328

May 19, 20, 21, 2025

8am-4pm

Registration Deadline: May 16, 2025

Cost:

$100 - GAA Members

$175 - Non-Members (includes 1 year of GAA membership)

$175 - Ticket Sponsorship

***Scholarship Opportunities Available - See Important Notes section for process and eligibility***

Presented by:

Miguel Sarabia, CA

About our speakers:

During two full-day sessions, instructor and certified arborist Miguel Sarabia will help attendees prepare for the exam with talks covering tree biology, tree identification, soil science, water management, tree nutrition and fertilization, tree selection, installation and establishment, pruning, tree support and lightning protection, plant diagnosis and disorders, plant health care, tree assessment and risk management, trees and construction, urban forestry, tree worker safety, and climbing and working in trees. Attendees will also learn about exam eligibility and how to take the exam.

IMPORTANT NOTES::

Attendees must combine this class with studying the ISA Certified Arborist Study Guide (not included in course registration). The first 5 registrants will receive a free copy of the guide.

Attendees are responsible for completing their own exam application through ISA. This is a 2-step process that begins with an application and once approved by ISA, you can register for the exam date and location of your choice. Exam fees are handled by ISA and are not included in registration for this course. A copy of the ISA Certified Arborist Application Guide can be found HERE. If you have any questions about the process, GAA can help!

Applicants

Scholarships are available for tree care workers with a minimum of 3 years of industry experience and who live or work within the CJEST map area.

Applicants must be employed within the state of Georgia. The scholarship covers the cost of the course and the study book, but does not include the free membership. You can apply for a scholarship here. If you apply for a scholarship, be sure to register to hold your spot - instead of paying, simply choose "bill me." The deadline to apply for the scholarship is May 16, 2025.

10 CEUS AVAILABLE

***For those who want to enroll in the course as a refresher and are already certified arborists, they can receive 10 CEUs.******

HOTEL INFORMATION

    

ISA Certified Arborist®  Exam Review Course

Location: Columbia County Exhibition

May 20-22 2025

Tuesday/Wednesday: 8 am- 5pm

Thursday: 8-12

Registration Deadline: May 19, 2025

Premier Sponsor:

Cost:

$150 - GAA Members

$218 - Non-members (includes 1 year of Membership to GAA)

$350 - Lunch Sponsorship

(limit of 2 sponsors)

***Scholarship Opportunities Available - see Important Notes section for process and eligibility***

Presented by:  

Rob Swanson and Kay Evanovich

About our speakers: 

Over two full day sessions, experienced instructors and certified arborists Rob Swanson and Kay Evanovich will help attendees prepare for the exam with talks covering Tree Biology, Tree Identification, Soil Science, Water Management, Tree Nutrition and Fertilization, Tree Selection, Installation and Establishment, Pruning, Tree Support and Lightning Protection, Diagnosis and Plant Disorders, Plant Health Care, Tree Assessment and Risk Management, Trees and Construction, Urban Forestry, Tree Worker Safety, and Climbing & Working in Trees.  Attendees will also learn about eligibility for the exam and taking the exam.

IMPORTANT NOTES:

Full Agenda can be found here. Agenda for 2.5 Day inperson Exam Review Course May 2025.pdf

Attendees should combine this class with the study of the ISA Certified Arborists' Study Guide (not included in course registration).  The GAA has a limited number of copies available in exchange for a donation to the GAA.  You can make your donation here.

Attendees are responsible for completing their own application for the exam through the ISA.  This is a 2 step process which begins with an application, and once approved by the ISA you can register for the exam date and location of your choice.  Exam fees are handled by ISA and are not included in registration for this course.  You can find a copy of the ISA Certified Arborist Application Guide HERE.  If you have any questions about the process, the GAA is happy to help!

Scholarships are available to tree board members and tree care workers employed by a city, county, school or university or non-profit who are not already ISA Certified Arborists.  Scholarships are sponsored by the Georgia Forestry Commission.  Applicants must be employed within the State of Georgia.  Scholarship covers the $150 cost of the course, but does not include free membership.  You may apply for scholarship here.  If applying for scholarship please be sure to register to hold your spot - instead of paying just choose "invoice me". Scholarship application deadline is May 10,2025.

10 CEUS AVAILABLE

***For those who want to register for the course as a refresher, and are already certified arborists you can receive 15 CEUS.  CEU sign in sheets are virtual and will be provided to the class in the chat window at the end of each session.  If you do not submit your sign in sheet, you will not receive CEUs.***

HOTEL INFORMATION

TBA 

Please use this link to reserve a room:

Questions? Contact GAA Administrator at 404-913-1422 or at info@georgiaarborist.org

Scalable Fleet Management Solutions

    

This webinar is part of the webinar series called the Business of Arboriculture presented by the Georgia Arborist Association, the University of Georgia Warnell School of Forestry and Natural Resources, and Auburn University with generous support from the United States Forest Service. The series will be presented between October 2024 and June 2025.

MAY Lunch and Learn

Join us on Thursday, May 22nd 2025 from 1 PM to 2 PM for another FREE virtual learning opportunity. The topic is Scalable Fleet Management with Nick Oney. 1 ISA CEU Applied For. 

NICK ONEY (noney@wakendall.com) is the fleet director for Xylem Kendall. With a degree in mechanical engineering from the University of Georgia, Nick began his career as a fleet manager with Kendall Vegetation Services eight years ago. Since then, he has taken on the responsibility of overseeing a large fleet department across the Xylem Kendall organization and managing thousands of assets. His work includes ensuring the acquisition, maintenance, compliance, utilization and eventual disposal of all equipment, helping the teams he supports operate efficiently and effectively.

Topics/Dates for Business of Arboriculture Webinar Series

• Scalable Fleet Management Solutions - May 22nd, 2025
• Safety from Scratch: Building a Safety Program - June 26th, 2025

Sign up for the entire series on ZOOM here. 

WILDFIRE RISK REDUCTION QUALIFICATION

Georgia Forestry Commission Headquarters
July 16-17, 2025

9 a.m. until 5 p.m.

5645 Riggins Mill Rd, Dry Branch, GA 31020

11.5 CEUs applied for

The threat wildfire poses to residents increases everyday as more communities are built in natural areas. Recent fire seasons have seen increasing property loss and death associated with wildfire. We know that it is not a question of if a fire will start, but when.

The Wildfire Risk Reduction Qualification (WRRQ), developed by Texas A&M Forest Service and Texas Chapter ISA, expands the reach of the state forestry agency’s wildfire prevention messaging while equipping certified arborists with another tool in their tool box to meet client needs.

As professionals who have daily interaction with the public, arborists can help reduce wildfire risk and protect lives, homes and landscapes. When homes and their surrounding property are protected, ecosystem benefits are protected as well.

The Partnership:

The GAA will provide education and credentialing to their membership. The Georgia Forestry Commission and trained instructors from the GAA will provide expertise in fire behavior, wildfire prevention, home ignition zone, fire-resistance species, and arboriculture. Instructors for the WRRQ courses offered by the GAA are composed of a cadre of experts.

The Qualification:

As an ISA Certified Arborist, have you considered how your skills and experience can improve the safety and quality of tree care to protect people and ecosystems from wildfire? Becoming Wildfire Risk Assessment Qualified will increase your knowledge on how to evaluate and mitigate property from the threat of wildfire, allowing you to provide that service to clients and constituents.

The Course:

Explore how wildfire moves through a landscape and learn to identify mitigation options that can be recommended or performed on client properties to reduce the risk of loss from wildfire. This course will incorporate classroom sessions and conduct field exercise on homes near the training center with 11.5 CEUs applied to your ISA Certified Arborist credential. A written exam and field test must be successfully passed to gain the qualification. Total course time is 16 hours.

Registration Cost: 

$250 GAA Members
$300 Non-members

Coffee, Snacks, Lunch and all necessary course materials will be provided. A certificate and patch will be presented upon completion of course and successful passing of the exam, given on the final day of the course. 

Hotel Block:

TBA

Tree and Plant Appraisal Qualification (TPAQ) Training Now Available
July 30-31,2025
Alpharetta City Hall

2 Park Plaza, Alpharetta, GA 30009

14 ISA CEUs.

If you want introductory training in the theory and application of current tree and plant appraisal, register now to attend our TPAQ training. This event will utilize both instructor-led discussions and case scenarios to illustrate concepts allowing participants to become familiar with the relevant methods and techniques used to approach plant appraisals and the ability to make reasoned judgement about the value of trees and landscape plants.

Learning Objectives
Upon completion of this course, you will:

• Understand basic appraisal concepts.
• Define the tree and plant appraisal process.
• Understand tree and plant appraisal, approaches, methods, and techniques.
• Apply tree and plant appraisal approaches, methods, and techniques.
•  Present assignment results. 

Candidate Eligibility

(NEW) Anyone is eligible to attend a TPAQ training course.

However, to be eligible to take the exam and earn the TPAQ certificate, applicants must:

1. Provide a signature page with application agreeing to follow the ASCA Standards of Professional Practice when conducting their work in the appraisal of plant or tree assignments.
   AND
   
2. Provide evidence of a minimum of 5 years of professional work experience in horticulture or arboriculture by the submittal of a curriculum vitae or resume.
   AND
3. Provide evidence of at least one of the following:
   - Possess a four-year degree OR
   - Hold one of the following positions or credentials: 
   a. Registered Consulting Arborist®
   b. International Society of Arboriculture Board Certified Master Arborist (BCMA)
   c. State-registered or state-licensed landscape architect
   d. Member of the Association of Consulting Foresters (ACF)

Candidates who are not currently eligible to take the exam may pay the registration fees and attend the educational training sessions, but they may not sit for the open-book exam. 

If you are not eligible to sit for the exam at the time of attending the training, you will have 12 months from the date of the training to complete the eligibility requirements (as listed above) to take the exam and receive the TPAQ certificate. If you took a TPAQ training course and are now eligible to take the exam, please contact asca@asca-consultants.org. 

About Your Instructor

Christian Hughes, RCA #493

Brookwood Tree Consulting, Inc.

As a Principal Arborist, Chris brings Brookwood Tree Consulting's vision to bear and serves as a full-time consulting arborist. His knowledge and experience is recognized as a Certified Arborist through the International Society of Arboriculture (ISA) and registered Consulting Arborist® through the American Society of Consulting Arborists® (ASCA). Chris combines a love for trees with almost 20 years experience studying and working with trees in the urban centers of the Southeast and in world renowned gardens across the United States and Europe.

Chris has developed tree management plans for residential homeowners, commercial developers, cities, parks, schools, and hospital and university campuses that actively utilize all concepts of tree appraisal and valuation. This diverse and unique background has provided the opportunity to engage hands on with tens of thousands of trees. 

Workshop Materials
You will be provided with a physical copy of the ASCA Tree and Plant Appraisal Qualification Workbook, as well as all necessary testing materials (Scantron, #2 pencils, exam).

In addition to the provided materials you are also required to bring the following:

• Guide for Plant Appraisal, 10th Edition - physical copy only, a digit copy of the 10th Edition is NOT permitted.
• Hard hat
• High visibility clothing (i.e. - vest)
• Scientific calculator (cell phone calculators are acceptable)

Additional resources, encouraged but not required:

• A Consultant's Guide to Writing Effective Reports
• Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP), Chapters 1-4
• ANSI Z60.1 American Standards for Nursery Stock

Cost

Qualified ASCA Member 1,200.00 
Qualified Non-ASCA Member 1,500.00

Disclaimers, Important Information, & Refund Policy:

Applicants for TPAQ courses must register 30 days prior to the session they plan to attend. These classes often fill up quickly since class size is limited. Register as early as possible to avoid missing the location you want!

The FULL course is required for those qualified applicants that wish to earn the TPAQ certificate.

This class provides the needed exams that must be passed to earn the TPAQ certificate.

Please bring your own hard hat and vest to the event.

Please bring your government ID.

***Cancellation & Refund Policy -

All cancellations made after the registration deadline of the event, no-shows, or those found to not have the required pre-requisites will not be eligible for refund. Cancellations made prior to the registration deadline/shipment of course materials are eligible for full refund. Cancellations made within 1 week of the registration deadline will be eligible for full or partial refund if GAA is able to fill their spot with a waitlisted registrant. All refunds are subject to a 3.5% credit card processing fee.

27th Annual

Georgia Tree Climbing Championships

November 14-16th, 2025

Violet F. Stout Park

5420 Stout Pkwy SW

Lithia Springs, Georgia

General Timeline for Sponsors Below -

more detailed schedule & set up map to be distributed closer to the event

• Friday, November 14th
• • Check in 
  • Camp & Sponsor Set up (outdoor in main lawn)
• Saturday, September 21st
• • 8 am-4 pm - Georgia Tree Climbing Championships
  • 6 pm-8 pm - Awards Dinner
  • 9 pm-11 pm - After Party
• Sunday, September 22nd
• • 8 am-12 pm - Masters Climb
  • Camp & Sponsor break down & departure
• 

• Sponsorship Levels:

  ***PLEASE NOTE - Deadline for sponsors to be included on event t-shirt/banner is August 20th***

  • Signature Sponsor: $3500 (Limited to 3 Sponsors) - includes recognition for providing Awards Dinner, priority representation on event banner, 4 Awards Dinner Tickets,  Outdoor Exhibit, logo visibility on event emails, announcements, and event t-shirt
  • Platinum Sponsor: $1750 - includes priority representation below Signature Sponsors on event banner, 4 Awards Dinner Tickets, Outdoor Exhibit, logo visibility on event emails, announcements, and event t-shirt
  • Gold Sponsor: $1000 - includes priority representation below Platinum Sponsors on event banner, 2 Awards Dinner Tickets, Outdoor Exhibit, logo visibility on event emails, announcements, and event t-shirt
  • Silver Sponsor: $750 -  includes priority representation below Gold Sponsors on event banner, 1 Awards Dinner Ticket, logo visibility on event emails, announcements, and event t-shirt
  • Bronze Sponsor: $500 - Logo visibility on event emails, announcements, and event t-shirt

  
  

Other Sponsorship Options

Food and Beverage Sponsorship Opportunities: 

Friday Night Social Sponsor: $1000 (limit 2) -- Includes recognition at Friday night social and the chance to speak for up to 5 minutes about your organization.

Saturday Lunch Sponsor: $500 (limit 3) -- Includes recognition at the Awards Banquet. Logo visibility and recognition on event emails. Can provide stamps or stickers on food wrapping (if available).

Saturday Awards Dinner Sponsor $2500 (limit 1) -- Includes recognition at Saturday Awards Ceremony, a chance to speak for up to 5 minutes about your organization and logo visibility on event emails and announcements. Ability to have logo visibility on tables during event. 

COMPETITORS

Thank you SPONSORS

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