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The GAA has 968 members, 15 members of our Board of Directors, and a database of 4,000 tree care industry professionals. We drive improvements in the arboriculture industry in Georgia by providing varied education, networking, and outreach opportunities. Encouraging and training arborists to become certified by the International Society of Arboriculture (ISA) is the main vehicle we use to advance arboricultural practices in our state.
The roots of the Georgia Arborist Association (GAA) go back to 1972, when Hugh Tyer and several private tree care operators banded together as the Atlanta Arborist Association to discuss their trade. This group continued to meet for many years. In 1982, they began to get together at set locations on the second Tuesday of each odd month and renamed themselves the Georgia Arborist Association as new members joined from Columbus and Macon,.
In the early 1990s, when Tyer joined the ISA Southern Chapter’s Board of Directors, the GAA started promoting certification, holding tree climbing competitions, and offering training sessions. By attending the trainings, certified arborists were able to earn “continuing education units,” a requirement of their professional certification, from the ISA. In 1996 the GAA hosted our first annual Tree Climbing Competition, which continues to this day.

Trees, Home Insurance, & Protecting Atlanta's Urban Forest

[Spanish] Introduction to Climbing; Introduccion a la trepa del arbol

Gaa Winter Management Workshop and Awards Banquet

Branching Out: Tree Identification & The Oaks of Georgia

Gaa Tree Climbing Championship volunteer day

Tcc Company Axe Award

28th Annual Gaa Tree Climbing Championship

Join GAA committees

Give

28th Annual Georgia Tree Climbing Championship (VOLUNTEER REGISTRATION)

[spanish] aerial lift rescue + aerial rescue; rescate aereo + rescate de elevador aéreo

curso de preparacion ISA Certified Arborist; [Spanish] ISA Certified Arborist study course

TRAQ 3.0 in Savannah

Events — Georgia Arborist Association

TCIA Elevador aéreo 1: Fundamentos / Aerial Lift Operations 1: Fundamentals (Spanish)

28th Annual Tree Climbing Championship (COMPETITOR)

28th Annual Georgia Tree Climbing Championship (SPONSOR REGISTRATION)

October Lunch and Learn: Tree Identification & The Oaks of Georgia

Monthly Virtual Training: Still Climbing: Thriving Through a Lifetime in Arboriculture

August Lunch and Learn: Georgia Forestry Commission's UAS Program & Their Uses in Forestry

Prescription Pruning Qualification

It’s a gorgeous fall day at GAA’s Tree Climbing Championship. Join us at Violet Stout Memorial Park in Lithia Springs this afternoon.

GAA’s Tree Climbing Competition has begun! Come to Violet Stout Memorial Park in Lithia Springs to see professional climbers. And we have a family fun climb (for free!) where you can see what it’s like to climb! Join us!!

Here is the rotation for the 28th annual GAA TCC. See you all at 7 am tomorrow!

VOLUNTEERS make a successful TCC! We’ve got helpers on the ring and out, and always will welcome volunteers! Come out and enjoy wonderful weather and a great comp — as a spectator for tomorrow’s competitions or as a volunteer! #GAA #TCC #volunteers

TCC COMPETITORS — You need to be at Violet Stout Memorial Park in Lithia Springs TODAY after 4PM. Be ready for GEAR CHECK (with your form filled out) by 5PM! #GAA #TCC #competitor #gearcheck

Join GAA & the Georgia Tree Network for a free event, “An Afternoon with Trees,” on Sun., Nov. 15 at Lake Herrick in Athens, GA, 2-5PM. The event features expert-guided walks to discover trees, native plants & wildlife alongside tree demonstrations, displays, kids’ activities & games. The event is open to the public with activities for adults & children alike! FREE PARKING at the Intramural Fields Deck or UGA Game Parking. GAA will have a table there; stop by and say hi! https://www.georgiaarborist.org/events/an-afternoon-with-trees-in-athens #GAA #GATreeNetwork #afternoonwithtrees #trees #demonstrations #children #adults

IT'S COMP TIME!! Get ready for GAA's 28th Annual Tree Climbing Championship THIS WEEKEND! VOLUNTEER registration is open! We need volunteers to have a successful TCC! Volunteer in the ring (judging & running the competitions) or in a "non-technical" role (helping with registration, meals & more). Spend a few hours or a day (or the whole weekend!) helping at the comp. You'll love it, and we'll love you for helping! https://www.georgiaarborist.org/events/28th-annual-georgia-tree-climbing-championship-volunteer-registration #GAA #TCC #volunteer #climbersofinstagram #climbers

Last month, the GAA hosted a competition climbing workshop to help climbers sharpen their skills and prepare for tree climbing competition events. This all-day, bilingual training featured multiple simulated climbing stations, technical assistance from standing TCC champs, and an unforgettable hands-on experience. Thank you to the instructors Robbie Wilson from Appleseed Tree Services & Jhonny Lopez from Saving Arbor Tree Care, and the technical volunteers Miguel O., Luis V., and Jon H. for leading the course! Check out our website for more arborist events & resources (www.georgiaarborist.org). El mes pasado, la GAA organizó un taller de trepa competitiva para ayudar a los escaladores a perfeccionar sus habilidades y prepararse para las competencias de trepar árboles. Esta capacitación de un día completo contó con múltiples estaciones de trepa simuladas, asistencia técnica de campeones actuales de TCC y una experiencia práctica inolvidable. ¡Gracias a los instructores Robbie Wilson, de Appleseed Tree Services, y Jhonny López, de Saving Arbor Tree Care, así como a los voluntarios técnicos Miguel O., Luis V. y Jon H. por dirigir el curso! Visita nuestro sitio web para conocer más eventos y recursos para arboristas: www.georgiaarborist.org #arborista #escalador #deárboles #TCC #capacitación #Georgiaarborist #arborist #treeclimber #TCC #training

Want to be considered for this year's TCC Company Axe Award? To qualify, a company must complete at least 10 hours of volunteer work directly related to the Tree Climbing Championship during the calendar year. Earn hours by helping on TCC workday on FRIDAY (Nov. 6) at Violet Stout Park in Lithia Springs. You also earn hours volunteering at TCC (THIS WEEKEND), and hours worked by multiple employees count toward your company’s total. Sign up to help during the championship: https://www.georgiaarborist.org/events/28th-annual-georgia-tree-climbing-championship-volunteer-registration #GAA #TCC #workday #axeaward #companyaxeaward #volunteer

Join GAA for the "Basic Chainsaw Use: BC-1" workshop, Nov. 17-18, 8AM-5PM, in Lithonia, GA. Led by Nat Walker (sawyer, educator & consultant), the course will educate students on chainsaws & their use in the field. By the end of the course, students should be able to perform basic chainsaw operations, troubleshoot basic mechanical chainsaw issues, and provide proper care & upkeep for equipment. We will cover general chainsaw operation hazards & procedures, as well as those that are specific to the work performed in the field. Bring your own equipment & PPE. Register today! https://www.georgiaarborist.org/events/2zdh5layxw9tbxoh0j9h5l103sd5n6rqchainsaw #GAA #chainsaw #safety #chainsawsafety #NatWalker

Every year, GAA recognizes the individuals, companies & organizations that go above & beyond to make a difference in GA's arboriculture community. Help us recognize their contributions at our Annual Awards Dinner on Fri., Dec. 4, at 6PM. Come early for GAA's Winter Management Workshop, "Hard-Earned Lessons & the Business of Tree Care," starting at 12:30PM. Come for one or both! The awards banquet will feature industry stars you know, and the management workshop will feature business leaders and an industry panel. Register now for the awards banquet and/or the Winter Management Workshop: https://www.georgiaarborist.org/events/gaa-winter-management-workshop-and-awards-banquet-hard-earned-lessons-and-the-business-of-tree-care #GAA #awards #nominations #treeindustry #treepeople

Want help studying for the arborist exam? Join GAA for our ISA Certified Arborist® Exam Prep Course, IN PERSON, Dec. 14-16, in Athens, GA. This is a class where you will hear from experienced instructors Rob Swanson & Kay Evanovich. They will help attendees prepare for the exam with talks including Tree Biology, Soil Science, Water Management, Tree Selection, Pruning, Plant Health Care, Urban Forestry, and Tree Worker Safety. Register today! https://www.georgiaarborist.org/events/isa-certified-arborist-exam-review-course #GAA #exam #certifiedarborist #arborists #examprep #study

WE NEED YOU! Volunteer to help with GAA's Tree Climbing Championship, Nov. 6-8, at Violet Stout Park in Lithia Springs. WE NEED TECHNICAL VOLUNTEERS -- judges & those in the ring. Help us have a successful competition by spending a few hours, a day or a weekend with us! All volunteers receive a T-shirt and our eternal thanks! Please join us! Sign up here: https://www.georgiaarborist.org/events/28th-annual-georgia-tree-climbing-championship-volunteer-registration #GAA #TCC #volunteers #competition #Tshirt

Última llamada!! Únete a la GAA para Rescate aereo + rescate de elevador aéreo (aerial lift rescue + aerial rescue in Spanish), viernes 30 de octubre del 2026, 8am-5pm, Atlanta. El entrenamiento de rescate aéreo prepara a los escaladores para los escenarios más probables en los que pueden tener que responder a una emergencia mientras trabajan en altura. Este curso es práctico con participantes que realizan activamente rescates utilizando diversas técnicas. https://www.georgiaarborist.org/.../spanish-aerial-lift... #GAA #español #rescateaéreo #aerialrescue

Do you know a star in arboriculture? Nominate them for an award! Every year, GAA recognizes the individuals, companies & organizations that go above & beyond to make a difference in GA's arboriculture community. Now is your chance to help us recognize them! We are accepting nominations for four awards: White Oak Award, Community Service Award, Friend of the GAA Award, & Commercial Arboriculture Safety Award. Nomination deadline is FRIDAY, NOV. 13! Recipients will be recognized at our Annual Awards Dinner on Fri., Dec. 4. Learn about the individual awards & submit a nomination: https://forms.monday.com/forms/b860c1b50a557680b08d92e124d9d7f7?r=use1 #GAA #awards #nominations #treeindustry #treepeople

We love seeing companies from across the industry come together for the common goal of learning new skills, improving climbing techniques, building connections and having fun along way. 🤩 What a great turnout for our first ever Bilingual Introduction to Competition Climbing workshop with (we have lost count how many time) champion Jhonny Lopez.

Want practice in aerial rescue? Join Georgia Rescue Solutions for a FREE Aerial Rescue from a Spar training on Thur., Nov. 5, as we kick off GAA's Tree Climbing Championship! This hands-on training opportunity will focus on aerial rescue techniques from a spar and will be offered in both English & Spanish. Instructors Jon Carlson & Jhonny Lopez will lead the training, held at Violet F. Stout Park in Lithia Springs. The cost is FREE, but please RSVP so we can plan accordingly. Stick around and help us with TCC setup & execution! https://www.georgiaarborist.org/events/georgia-rescue-solutions-spar-aerial-rescue-in-english-and-spanish #GAA #aerialrescue #free #spar #TCC #trees #arborists

Trees Atlanta & GAA will hold a virtual discussion on Nov. 12, noon-1PM. Join Logan House, GAA Board president, Board Certified Master Arborist, & City of Decatur Arborist, for an engaging virtual lunch & learn exploring the intersection of tree care, risk management and home insurance. Logan will discuss how tree risk is properly evaluated, why aerial assessments don't always tell the full story, when tree removal is truly warranted, and how professional arborist reports can help homeowners make informed decisions. As more insurance companies use aerial imagery & remote assessments to evaluate properties, some homeowners are receiving notices requiring them to prune--or even remove--healthy trees to maintain their coverage. How should homeowners respond? What role does a certified arborist play? And how can we balance protecting our homes while preserving the trees that make Atlanta the City in the Forest? The presentation is free but you must register with Trees Atlanta: https://www.treesatlanta.org/get-involved/events/ask-the-arborist-trees-home-insurance-and-protecting-atlantas-urban-forest-a2BUd000002hWrVMAU #GAA #treesatlanta #trees #insurance #arborist #homeinsurance

Please join GAA for our "Winter Management Workshop & Awards Banquet: Hard-earned Lessons and The Business of Tree Care," Fri., Dec. 4, 12:30-9:30PM, at the Garden Hills Community Center in Atlanta. Come for an afternoon of education and an evening of networking & celebration with friends! The day starts with the workshop and ends with the Awards Night dinner & ceremony. Attend the Winter Workshop, the Awards Night or both! For the agenda & more details, and to register: https://www.georgiaarborist.org/events/gaa-winter-management-workshop-and-awards-banquet-hard-earned-lessons-and-the-business-of-tree-care #GAA #awardsnight #winterworkshop #business #treecare #lessons

Únete a la GAA para nuestro Curso de preparacion para el examen de arborista certificado por la ISA® (ISA Certified Arborist® Exam Review Course in Spanish), 09, 10 y 11 de diciembre, 2026, 8am-4pm, Sandy Springs, GA. 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. https://www.georgiaarborist.org/events/curso-de-preparacion-isa-certified-arborist-spanish-isa-certified-arborist-study-course #GAA #español #examen #arborista #ISA #sandyspringsga

Want a T-shirt that features this (and other TCC challenges)? Volunteer to help with GAA's TCC, Nov. 6-8, at Violet Stout Memorial Park in Lithia Springs. WE NEED VOLUNTEERS -- "technical" volunteers (judges & those in the ring) or "non-technical" volunteers (to help with things like registration, meals & more). Help us have a successful competition by spending a few hours, a day or a weekend with us! All volunteers, sponsors & competitors receive a shirt, so come join us! Sign up here: https://www.georgiaarborist.org/events/28th-annual-georgia-tree-climbing-championship-volunteer-registration #GAA #TCC #volunteers #competition #Tshirt

Únete a la GAA para Rescate aereo + rescate de elevador aéreo (aerial lift rescue + aerial rescue in Spanish), viernes 30 de octubre del 2026, 8am-5pm, Atlanta. El entrenamiento de rescate aéreo prepara a los escaladores para los escenarios más probables en los que pueden tener que responder a una emergencia mientras trabajan en altura. Este curso es práctico con participantes que realizan activamente rescates utilizando diversas técnicas. https://www.georgiaarborist.org/.../spanish-aerial-lift... #GAA #español #rescateaéreo #aerialrescue

Every year, GAA recognizes the individuals, companies & organizations that go above & beyond to make a difference in GA's arboriculture community. Our industry is filled with dedicated professionals who advance tree care, promote safety, give back to their communities, & support the next generation of arborists. Now is your chance to help us recognize their contributions! We are accepting nominations for four awards: White Oak Award, Community Service Award, Friend of the GAA Award, & Commercial Arboriculture Safety Award. Nomination deadline is Fri., Nov. 13! Recipients will be recognized at our Annual Awards Dinner on Fri., Dec. 4. Learn about the awards & submit a nomination: https://forms.monday.com/forms/b860c1b50a557680b08d92e124d9d7f7?r=use1 #GAA #awards #nominations #treeindustry #treepeople

LAST CALL for GAA's October Lunch & Learn, "Branching Out: Tree Identification & the Oaks of Georgia," TOMORROW (Tues., Oct. 13), noon-1PM on Zoom. Tree identification can be challenging, but understanding the characteristics to look for makes all the difference. This session will provide the knowledge & confidence needed to field-identify oaks & trees in general. The webinar will also help you appreciate the remarkable diversity & complexity of one of GA's most iconic tree groups -- the oak. Speaker Holly Campbell is a Public Service Associate with the UGA Warnell School of Forestry & Natural Resources. https://www.georgiaarborist.org/events/october-lunch-and-learn-tree-identification-the-oaks-of-georgia #GAA #treeID #treeidentification #oaks #GA #virtual

We are so grateful to all of the volunteers that showed up today to help get the trees ready for our competition next month. Thanks to @appleseedtreeservice for always showing up. To our newest support @countyoutdoorshc showing up with the @avantequipment to help us with mulch and Dave with @gatrees for providing the risk assessments. Iruku with @supreme.arbor for helping to spread mulch and thanks to Charlie with @cobbcountyparksandrec and Josh with Xylologics for all your help. Special thanks to @speakingfortreesatlanta for being the best committee chair of all time. And Fish for working on our kids climb. We have the best people.

LAST CALL! Would you like your Prescription Pruning Qualification (PPQ)? REGISTER BY OCT. 9! Join GAA Oct. 26-28 in Griffin, GA, for this practical, applied program that guides arborists through the process of strategically planning, specifying, & implementing an objective-based pruning approach. There are two types of attendees for this training: Producers (production arborists) and Prescribers (certified arborists). We're offering 2 training tracks: Day 1 – Producers are finished with the training at the end of Day 1, & each receives a certificate of completion. There is no exam & ISA certification is not a prerequisite. OR Day 1, 2 and 3 – Prescribers – The 2nd and 3rd day of training focus on preparing pruning prescriptions including outdoor exercises. There is a review & an exam on the 3rd day. Those passing the exam become PPQ qualified. https://www.georgiaarborist.org/events/prescription-pruning-qualification #GAA #pruning #PPQ #prescriptionpruning #prescriptionpruningqualification

Únete a la GAA para Rescate aereo + rescate de elevador aéreo (aerial lift rescue + aerial rescue in Spanish), viernes 30 de octubre del 2026, 8am-5pm, Atlanta. El entrenamiento de rescate aéreo prepara a los escaladores para los escenarios más probables en los que pueden tener que responder a una emergencia mientras trabajan en altura. Este curso es práctico con participantes que realizan activamente rescates utilizando diversas técnicas. https://www.georgiaarborist.org/events/spanish-aerial-lift-rescue-aerial-rescue-rescate-aereo-rescate-de-elevador-areo #GAA #español #rescateaéreo #aerialrescue

LAST CALL! GAA's TCC Work Day is THIS FRIDAY (Oct. 9), at Violet Stout Park in Lithia Springs. We will meet on site at 8AM. We’ll spend the day preparing the site & trees for the 28th Annual GAA Tree Climbing Championship. Come spend the day with us, learn something along the way, and help us get the park ready for one of GAA’s biggest events of the year! If your company would like to be considered for TCC's Company Axe Award, this is a great opportunity to earn the required volunteer hours! We will kick off the day with a group Tree Risk Assessment of the trees being considered for use in the competition. If you are interested in learning more about how tree risk assessments are performed and getting some practical, hands-on experience applying those concepts in the field, join us. No need to register; just join us on the 9th. #GAA #TCC #workday #volunteer #championship

Do you have an open job in the tree industry? Are you looking for a job? Check out GAA's job board! Employers can post job openings on our website, and those looking for a job can see open jobs and how to apply. We'd love to feature your openings! Submit your jobs and see open roles here: https://www.georgiaarborist.org/post-a-job #GAA #jobs #treeindustry #aboriculture #postajob #findajob

This year, GAA has managed the Tree Removal Assistance Program. As of Sept. 30, we've facilitated the removal of 64 hazardous trees, reducing risk for 48 homeowners across GA. To date, we have partnered with 20 different tree-care contractors and invested $318,473 in tree-removal services, with an additional $262,624 in projects approved & awaiting removal or final verification. GAA is excited to begin the next phase of the program: tree replacement. Urban EcoLogic has been selected as our tree-planting partner, with replacement plantings expected to begin in Nov. By replacing ever tree removed, TRAP will help restore the environmental, economic & community benefits these trees provided for years to come. https://www.georgiaarborist.org/trap #GAA #trap #treeremoval #YTD #UrbanEcoLogic #planting

Headed to Birmingham to help our friends with the Alabama Tree Climbing Competition. Tree people helping tree people.

LAST CALL! Want your business's name on the back of all of GAA's 28th Annual Tree Climbing Championship T-shirts? Become a SPONSOR by TUESDAY (Oct. 6)! As competitors come from across the US, get your name on the back of all TCC T-shirts and all promotional materials & banners for the comp! Help GAA put on a successful TCC, our largest event of the year. Become a sponsor today! https://www.georgiaarborist.org/events/28th-annual-georgia-tree-climbing-championship-sponsor-registration #GAA #TCC #competitors #Tshirts #sponsors #volunteers #climbers

Join GAA for our October Lunch & Learn, "Branching Out: Tree Identification & the Oaks of Georgia," Tues., Oct. 13, noon-1PM on Zoom. Tree identification can be challenging, but understanding the characteristics to look for makes all the difference. This session will provide the knowledge & confidence needed to field-identify oaks & trees in general. The webinar will also help you appreciate the remarkable diversity & complexity of one of GA's most iconic tree groups -- the oak. Speaker Holly Campbell is a Public Service Associate with the UGA Warnell School of Forestry & Natural Resources. Register now! https://www.georgiaarborist.org/events/october-lunch-and-learn-tree-identification-the-oaks-of-georgia #GAA #treeID #treeidentification #oaks #GA #virtual

Join GAA for ISA TRAQ Full Course - Tree Risk Assessment Qualification 3.0, Dec. 9-11 in Savannah. The TRAQ course & credential allow professionals in the arboriculture industry to expand their knowledge through education & training in the fundamentals of tree risk assessment. The class is a 2-day educational course followed by a half-day assessment that includes both a written & field exams. Spots fill up early; register today! https://www.georgiaarborist.org/events/isa-traq-30-full-course-rome-ga-tree-risk-assessment-qualification #GAA #TRAQ #assessment #risk #Savannah

GAA's TCC Work Day is Fri., Oct. 9, at Violet Stout Park in Lithia Springs. We will meet on site at 8AM. We’ll spend the day preparing the site & trees for the 28th Annual GAA Tree Climbing Championship. Come spend the day with us, learn something along the way, and help us get the park ready for one of GAA’s biggest events of the year! If your company would like to be considered for TCC's Company Axe Award, this is a great opportunity to earn the required volunteer hours! We will kick off the day with a group Tree Risk Assessment of the trees being considered for use in the competition. If you are interested in learning more about how tree risk assessments are performed and getting some practical, hands-on experience applying those concepts in the field, join us. No need to register; just join us on the 9th. #GAA #TCC #workday #volunteer #championship

Únete a la GAA para Elevador aéreo 1: Fundamentos (Aerial Lift Operations 1: Fundamentals in Spanish), Jueves 29 de octubre, 8AM-12PM, Atlanta. El curso está diseñado para brindar a los trabajadores conocimientos sobre seguridad y las mejores prácticas para el manejo de plataformas elevadoras. Este curso incluye: Peligros potenciales asociados con la operación de un dispositivo de elevación aérea; Precauciones de seguridad para trabajar desde un elevador aéreo; Inspección previa al viaje de un dispositivo de elevación aérea; Posicionamiento adecuado del dispositivo de elevación aérea y configuración del sitio de trabajo; & Operación de un dispositivo de elevación aérea. El curso combina el aprendizaje en línea con demostraciones de habilidades en el sitio de trabajo. Al completar con éxito el programa, recibirá un certificado que demuestre su capacidad para aprender y retener valiosos conocimientos de la industria. https://www.georgiaarborist.org/events/tcia-aerial-lift-operations-1-fundamentals-spanish #GAA #español #Elevadoraéreo #Fundamentos

Did you know GAA can provide speakers for career days, nature programs & more? GAA is dedicated to actively engaging & educating communities throughout GA on the significance of hiring certified arborists & fostering a vibrant urban canopy. (Here GAA member Charlie Monroe & Board president Logan House talk to students at a Trees Atlanta career day.) Learn more about our outreach initiatives here: https://www.georgiaarborist.org/outreach #GAA #outreach #careerdays #natureprograms #certifiedarborists

Want your business's name on the back of all of GAA's 28th Annual Tree Climbing Championship T-shirts? Become a SPONSOR by Mon. Oct. 5! As competitors come from across the US, get your name on the back of all TCC T-shirts - for volunteers, judges, competitors and more! Help GAA put on a successful TCC, our largest event of the year. Become a sponsor today: https://www.georgiaarborist.org/events/28th-annual-georgia-tree-climbing-championship-sponsor-registration #GAA #TCC #competitors #Tshirts #sponsors #volunteers #climbers

Today is the International Day of Sign Languages. Our multilingual outreach coordinator, Maria Soto, not only is fluent in Spanish and English; they know American Sign Language as well! Here someone (not Maria) spells TREE in ASL. Maria learned ASL because their older brother is deaf. How many languages do you know? Learn more about our GAA staff and Board: https://www.georgiaarborist.org/about #GAA #ASL #multlilingual #mariasoto #signlanguage #español #english

FECHA NUEVA!! GAA te invita a un Introducción a la trepa del arbol (Introduction to Tree Climbing), viernes 13 de noviembre, 8AM-5PM, Decatur, GA. Para trepadores con 0 a 6 meses de experencia. Este curso esta diseñado para entrenar a los trabajadores de arbol que quieren empezar a trepar arboles y/o los que empezaron a trepar dentro de los ultimos 6 meses. Aprenderas sobre el equipo adecuado de trepar, metodos de trepar, seguridad en la escalada, y preparacion para trabajar como un trepador. El curso es adecuado para los previamente no han trepado pero tienen interes en empezar. Equipo limitado proporcionado, traer tu eqipo de trepar si ya lo tienes. https://www.georgiaarborist.org/events/qsbjnosbn3eysck3kdzgidnat8uq9h #GAA #español #arboles #treeclimbing #beginners

Would you like your Prescription Pruning Qualification (PPQ)? Join GAA Oct. 26-28 in Griffin, GA, for this practical, applied program that guides arborists through the process of strategically planning, specifying, & implementing an objective-based pruning approach. There are two types of attendees for this training: Producers (production arborists) and Prescribers (certified arborists). We're offering 2 training tracks: Day 1 – Producers are finished with the training at the end of Day 1, & each receives a certificate of completion. There is no exam & ISA certification is not a prerequisite. OR Day 1, 2 and 3 – Prescribers – The 2nd and 3rd day of training focus on preparing pruning prescriptions including outdoor exercises. There is a review & an exam on the 3rd day. Those passing the exam become PPQ qualified. Learn more: https://www.georgiaarborist.org/events/prescription-pruning-qualification #GAA #pruning #PPQ #prescriptionpruning #prescriptionpruningqualification

Want to be considered for this year's TCC Company Axe Award? To qualify, a company must complete at least 10 hours of volunteer work directly related to the Tree Climbing Championship during the calendar year. Earn hours by helping at the TCC workday on Fri., Oct. 9, 8AM at Violet Stout Park in Lithia Springs. You also earn hours volunteering at TCC (Nov. 6-8), and hours worked by multiple employees count toward your company’s total. No need to register; just show up and join our workday! Sign up to help during the championship: https://www.georgiaarborist.org/events/28th-annual-georgia-tree-climbing-championship-volunteer-registration #GAA #TCC #workday #axeaward #companyaxeaward #volunteer

Did you know GAA manages a program that helps homestead-exempted homeowners with hazardous tree removal, at no cost!? The Tree Removal Assistance Program can help those in specific areas of GA (or seniors over 65 in the City of Atlanta who earn under $40,000). To be considered for either award, you must meet the initial requirements, and have a dead, diseased, or dying tree assessed by a qualified arborist. The application process is available on our website. Before you apply, you should watch this video showing what kind of trees are considered unsafe: https://youtu.be/MuGdtzApJhc?si=IChNuevEjCihD1aR #GAA #treeremoval #atlanta #georgia #trap #assistance

Último llamado! Únete a la GAA para TCIA Capacitacion para especialistas en astilladoras (TCIA Chipper Training Course in Spanish), 8am-12pm, Sabado 19 de septiembre, en Vermeer SE 1320 Gresham Rd NE, Marietta, GA 30062. El curso combina el aprendizaje en línea con demostraciones de habilidades en el sitio de trabajo. Al completar con éxito el programa, recibirá un certificado que demuestra su capacidad para aprender y retener valiosos conocimientos de la industria. El curso de Especialista en Operadores de Trituradoras (astilladora) de la Industria del Cuidado de Árboles está diseñado para capacitar al personal de cuidado de árboles en los peligros, así como en las prácticas aceptadas para el funcionamiento de las trituradoras (astilladora) de ramas y otras tareas asociadas. Este curso brindará a los trabajadores de la cuadrilla de árboles una capacitación formal que aumentará la participación en el cumplimiento general de la seguridad de OSHA y la autovigilancia. https://www.georgiaarborist.org/events/tcia-capacitacion-para-especialistas-en-astilladoras #GAA #español #TCIA #Capacitacion #astilladoras

LAST CALL FOR VOLUNTEERS! This year's Saluting Branches -- Arborists United for Veteran Remembrance -- is WEDNESDAY (Sept. 16). This national volunteer day honors American service men & women by organizing volunteer tree & landscape care for the property dedicated to our veterans. Here in GA, we're helping at Georgia National Cemetery in Canton, GA. Last year, nearly 3,900 volunteers came together across the nation providing an estimated $4.3 million in service value & impact at veterans cemeteries, memorials, VA facilities, & other veteran-dedicated properties. COME WEDNESDAY! https://www.georgiaarborist.org/events/10th-annual-saluting-branches-gaa-volunteer-day-dxx62 #GAA #SalutingBranches #volunteer #cemetery #veterans

Rescate aereo + rescate de elevador aéreo (aerial rescue + aerial lift rescue in Spanish) -- viernes 30 de octubre, 8AM-5PM, Boutte Tree (2158 Bolton Rd NW, Atlanta, GA 30318). Traer tu equipage de trepar. El entrenamiento de rescate aéreo prepara a los escaladores para los escenarios más probables en los que pueden tener que responder a una emergencia mientras trabajan en altura. Este curso es práctico con participantes que realizan activamente rescates utilizando diversas técnicas. https://www.georgiaarborist.org/events/spanish-aerial-lift-rescue-aerial-rescue-rescate-aereo-rescate-de-elevador-areo #GAA #rescateaéreo #aerialrescue #español

As we mark the 25th anniversary of September 11, 2001, please join GAA in remembering how that day and the days after brought us all together.

GAA is seeking speakers for our Winter Management Workshop, tentatively scheduled for Dec. 4. If you're interested in presenting, we'd love to hear from you! We're looking for business-focused presentations that help arborists build stronger, more successful companies. Sample topics include (but are not limited to) Marketing; Accounting; Insurance; Human resources; Leadership; Customer service; Technology; and more. If you have expertise to share, please let us know: https://forms.monday.com/forms/7cf34e1791e72b85c44489b4725ee1da?r=use1 #GAA #winterworkshop #management #presentations #business #buildingcompanies

LAST CALL! Hear Peter Jenkins' story! GAA presents our Monthly Virtual Training: "Still Climbing: Thriving Through a Lifetime in Arboriculture," with Peter "Treeman" Jenkins, Sept. 9, 6:15-7:30PM. What does it take to build a long, successful & rewarding career in arboriculture? Join us for an inspiring conversation with veteran arborist Peter "Treeman" Jenkins as he reflects on decades in the tree-care profession. Through stories, lessons learned, and practical advice, Peter will share how the industry has evolved, the challenges and opportunities he has encountered, and the keys to maintaining a fulfilling career over the long haul. https://www.georgiaarborist.org/events/ykgkvegu89ky058medo7qsnx9ihh98 #GAA #PeterJenkins #virtualtraining #stillclimbing #arboriculture

GAA would like to wish everyone a Happy Labor Day! Enjoy this traditional end of summer with your friends and family (hopefully outside, among the trees). Our GAA offices are closed today, but will open again tomorrow. https://georgiaarborist.org/ #GAA #LaborDay #arborists #treepeople #treefamily

LAST CALL! Want help studying for the arborist exam? Join GAA for our ISA Certified Arborist® Exam Prep Course, online Sept. 14th through Oct. 5th. Each Monday & Wednesday you can log in and hear from experienced instructors Rob Swanson & Kay Evanovich. They will help attendees prepare for the exam with talks including Tree Biology, Soil Science, Water Management, Tree Selection, Pruning, Plant Health Care, Urban Forestry, and Tree Worker Safety. Register today! https://www.georgiaarborist.org/events/isa-certified-arborist-virtual-exam-prep-course #GAA #exam #certifiedarborist #arborists #examprep #study

Have you voted on GAA's bylaws? Our bylaws were last updated in 2022, when we were working to become an ISA Chapter of our own. A lot has changed since then. It was time for some housekeeping. This kicked off a nearly 9 month review of our bylaws with a couple rounds of Board edits. We are now asking our membership to vote on these changes. The deadline to vote is TUES., SEPT. 15, and ONLY CURRENT GAA MEMBERS CAN VOTE. Please let the Board know what you think! https://members.georgiaarborist.org/Sys/Poll/74450 #GAA #bylaws #vote #changes #members

Get ready for GAA's 28th Annual Tree Climbing Championship! VOLUNTEER registration is open! (SPONSOR and COMPETITOR registration also are open.) We need volunteers to have a successful TCC! Volunteer in the ring or in a "non-technical" role. Spend a few hours or a day (or the weekend!) helping at the comp. You'll love it, and we'll love you for helping! https://www.georgiaarborist.org/events/28th-annual-georgia-tree-climbing-championship-volunteer-registration #GAA #TCC #competitor #registration #sponsor #volunteer #climbersofinstagram #climbers

GAA presents our Monthly Virtual Training: "Still Climbing: Thriving Through a Lifetime in Arboriculture," with Peter "Treeman" Jenkins, Sept. 9, 6:15-7:30PM. What does it take to build a long, successful & rewarding career in arboriculture? Join us for an inspiring conversation with veteran arborist Peter Jenkins as he reflects on decades in the tree-care profession. Through stories, lessons learned & practical advice, Peter will share how the industry has evolved, the challenges and opportunities he has encountered, and the keys to maintaining a fulfilling career over the long haul. Register today: https://www.georgiaarborist.org/events/ykgkvegu89ky058medo7qsnx9ihh98 #GAA #PeterJenkins #virtualtraining #stillclimbing #arboriculture

Do you have an open job in the tree industry? Are you looking for a job? Check out GAA's job board! Employers can post job openings on our website, and those looking for a job can see open jobs and how to apply. Right now, we have two exciting openings, and we'd love to feature more! Submit your jobs and see open roles here: https://www.georgiaarborist.org/post-a-job #GAA #jobs #treeindustry #aboriculture #postajob #findajob

Happy National Dog Day! We're celebrating with Maisy, who belongs to GAA's Hanusia Higgins, our assistant grant review specialist. Maisy was rescued from the Madison Oglethorpe animal shelter. She's 5.5 years old, loves car rides, walks and sleeping like a human (using pillows & blankets). Maisy's favorite snacks are carrots, popcorn & shredded cheese. Learn more about GAA's staff: https://www.georgiaarborist.org/about #GAA #nationaldogday #Maisy #staff #dogday

Únete a la GAA para TCIA Capacitacion para especialistas en astilladoras (TCIA Chipper Training Course in Spanish), 8am-12pm, Sabado 19 de septiembre, en Vermeer SE 1320 Gresham Rd NE, Marietta, GA 30062. El curso combina el aprendizaje en línea con demostraciones de habilidades en el sitio de trabajo. Al completar con éxito el programa, recibirá un certificado que demuestra su capacidad para aprender y retener valiosos conocimientos de la industria. El curso de Especialista en Operadores de Trituradoras (astilladora) de la Industria del Cuidado de Árboles está diseñado para capacitar al personal de cuidado de árboles en los peligros, así como en las prácticas aceptadas para el funcionamiento de las trituradoras (astilladora) de ramas y otras tareas asociadas. Este curso brindará a los trabajadores de la cuadrilla de árboles una capacitación formal que aumentará la participación en el cumplimiento general de la seguridad de OSHA y la autovigilancia. https://www.georgiaarborist.org/events/tcia-capacitacion-para-especialistas-en-astilladoras #GAA #español #TCIA #Capacitacion #astilladoras

Atlanta's low-income seniors may qualify for financial assistance in removing or trimming hazardous trees. This program is funded by the City of Atlanta's Tree Trust Fund and delivered through GAA. If you are a senior in Atlanta who is 65 or older and has an annual household income of $40,000 or less, you can apply for tree removal. APPLICATIONS ARE OPEN! GAA also has a program for tree removal assistance (also called TRAP) to residents of GA. To be considered for either award, you must meet certain criteria and follow a specific application process (available on our website): https://www.georgiaarborist.org/trap #GAA #treeremoval #atlanta #georgia #trap #assistance

TCC COMPETITORS - Registration is now open for everyone. . Sign up today! https://www.georgiaarborist.org/events/28th-annual-tree-climbing-championship-competitor #GAA #TCC #competitor #registration #instate #outofstate

LAST CALL! Join GAA for our Arborist Skills Summer Summit: From Ground to Crown -- with two tracks available: Foundations and Advanced Learning! The course is Aug. 27 at Legacy Park in Decatur and is a full day of hands-on learning designed specifically for field arborists. Whether you're new to the industry or an experienced climber looking to sharpen your technical skills, the Summit offers training tailored to your level. You will learn from industry leaders through live demonstrations, interactive discussions & practical field exercises. REGISTER TODAY! https://www.georgiaarborist.org/events/arborist-skills-summer-summit-from-ground-to-crown #GAA #arborist #skills #workshop #skilllevels

GAA presents our Monthly Virtual Training: "Still Climbing: Thriving Through a Lifetime in Arboriculture," with Peter "Treeman" Jenkins, Sept. 9, 6:15-7:30PM. What does it take to build a long, successful & rewarding career in arboriculture? Join us for an inspiring conversation with veteran arborist Peter "Treeman" Jenkins as he reflects on decades in the tree-care profession. Through stories, lessons learned, and practical advice, Peter will share how the industry has evolved, the challenges and opportunities he has encountered, and the keys to maintaining a fulfilling career over the long haul. Register today: https://www.georgiaarborist.org/events/ykgkvegu89ky058medo7qsnx9ihh98 #GAA #PeterJenkins #virtualtraining #stillclimbing #arboriculture

TCC COMPETITORS - If you are IN-STATE andwant to compete in GAA's 2026 Tree Climbing Championship, set your alarm for 6PM TONIGHT! Registration opens TODAY (Mon., Aug. 17) at 6PM Eastern. OUT-OF-STATE competitor registration opens this Fri., AUGUST 21st at 6PM. Sign up today! https://www.georgiaarborist.org/events/28th-annual-tree-climbing-championship-competitor #GAA #TCC #competitor #registration #instate #outofstate

CALLING ALL VOLUNTEERS! Registration for this year's Saluting Branches -- Arborists United for Veteran Remembrance -- is open. This national volunteer day honors American service men & women by organizing volunteer tree & landscape care for the property dedicated to our veterans. The Saluting Branches annual Day of Service, on Wed., Sept. 16, is at 90 locations nationwide. Here in GA, we're helping at Georgia National Cemetery in Canton, GA. Last year, nearly 3,900 volunteers came together across the nation providing an estimated $4.3 million in service value & impact at veterans cemeteries, memorials, VA facilities, & other veteran-dedicated properties. Register today! https://www.georgiaarborist.org/events/10th-annual-saluting-branches-gaa-volunteer-day-dxx62 #GAA #SalutingBranches #volunteer #cemetery #veterans

TCC COMPETITORS - Do you want to compete in GAA's 2026 Tree Climbing Championship? Mark your calendars for NEXT WEEK! IN-STATE COMPETITOR registration opens Mon., AUGUST 17th at 6PM Eastern. OUT-OF-STATE COMPETITOR registration opens that Fri., AUGUST 21st at 6PM Eastern. Set an alarm for 6PM! https://www.georgiaarborist.org/events/28th-annual-tree-climbing-championship-competitor #GAA #TCC #competitor #registration #instate #outofstate

LAST CALL! Join GAA for our August Lunch & Learn, "Georgia Forestry Commission's UAS Program & Their Uses in Forestry," on Tues., Aug. 11, noon-1PM on Zoom. The session will cover topics including: How to become a UAS Pilot; timber sale monitoring; monitoring for forest health issues; surveying storm damage; and aerial photography for educational & promotional materials. The course is intended for ISA Certified Arborists, municipal arborists, urban foresters, consulting arborists, tree-care company managers, and anyone interested in becoming a drone pilot or using drones in their arboriculture practice. Speaker Matthew Mrizek is a GFC staff forester; he manages Dixon Memorial State Forest, GA's largest State Forest. https://www.georgiaarborist.org/events/august-lunch-and-learn-georgia-forestry-commissions-uas-program-their-uses-in-forestry #GAA #forests #GFC #UASprogram #pilots #photography

Want help studying for the arborist exam? Join GAA for our ISA Certified Arborist® Exam Prep Course, online Sept. 14th through Oct. 5th. Each Monday & Wednesday you can log in and hear from experienced instructors Rob Swanson & Kay Evanovich. They will help attendees prepare for the exam with talks including Tree Biology, Soil Science, Water Management, Tree Selection, Pruning, Plant Health Care, Urban Forestry, and Tree Worker Safety. Register today! https://www.georgiaarborist.org/.../isa-certified... #GAA #exam #certifiedarborist #arborists #examprep #study

Join GAA for our Arborist Skills Summer Summit: From Ground to Crown -- with two tracks available: Foundations and Advanced Learning! The course is Aug. 27 at Legacy Park in Decatur and is a full day of hands-on learning designed specifically for field arborists. Whether you're new to the industry or an experienced climber looking to sharpen your technical skills, the Summit offers training tailored to your level. You will learn from industry leaders through live demonstrations, interactive discussions & practical field exercises. https://www.georgiaarborist.org/events/arborist-skills-summer-summit-from-ground-to-crown #GAA #arborist #skills #workshop #skilllevels

Do you want to compete in GAA's 2026 Tree Climbing Championship? We heard you, and we're doing things differently this year. IN-STATE COMPETITOR registration opens Monday, AUGUST 17th at 6PM Eastern. OUT-OF-STATE COMPETITOR registration opens that Friday, AUGUST 21st at 6PM Eastern. Mark your calendars and set an alarm for 6PM! https://www.georgiaarborist.org/events/28th-annual-tree-climbing-championship-competitor #GAA #TCC #competitor #registration #instate #outofstate

Did you know GAA can provide speakers for career days, nature programs & more? Last month GAA member Charlie Monroe & Board president Logan House talked to students at a Trees Atlanta career day. GAA is dedicated to actively engaging and educating communities throughout GA on the significance of hiring certified arborists and fostering a vibrant urban canopy. Learn more about our outreach initiatives here: https://www.georgiaarborist.org/outreach #GAA #outreach #careerdays #natureprograms #certifiedarborists

GAA te invita a un Introducción a la trepa del arbol (Introduction to Tree Climbing), Jueves 27 de agosto, 8AM-5PM, Decatur, GA. Para trepadores con 0 a 6 meses de experencia. Este curso esta diseñado para entrenar a los trabajadores de arbol que quieren empezar a trepar arboles y/o los que empezaron a trepar dentro de los ultimos 6 meses. Aprenderas sobre el equipo adecuado de trepar, metodos de trepar, seguridad en la escalada, y preparacion para trabajar como un trepador. El curso es adecuado para los previamente no han trepado pero tienen interes en empezar. Equipo limitado proporcionado, traer tu eqipo de trepar si ya lo tienes. https://www.georgiaarborist.org/events/qsbjnosbn3eysck3kdzgidnat8uq9h #GAA #español #arboles #treeclimbing #beginners

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