Georgia Arborist Association, Inc.

Georgia Arborist Association, Inc. To promote safe and proper tree practices and be a voice for professional arborists who manage and care for Georgia's trees.

LAST CALL for GAA's June Lunch & Learn, "Native Bees Need Trees," on Tues., June 16, from noon to 1PM. Trees are critica...
06/15/2026

LAST CALL for GAA's June Lunch & Learn, "Native Bees Need Trees," on Tues., June 16, from noon to 1PM. Trees are critical habitat for native bees across rural, suburban & urban landscapes. Join Elise McDonald for an introduction to the native bee groups in GA and how they use trees. They also will discuss bee-friendly management considerations in urban & suburban landscapes. Register today! https://www.georgiaarborist.org/events/june-lunch-and-learn-native-bees-need-trees

Join GAA for our Arborist Skills Summer Summit: From Ground to Crown -- with two tracks available: Foundations and Advan...
06/12/2026

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

Register for GAA's Wildfire Risk Reduction Qualification (WRRQ), July 15-16, in Savannah. As professionals who have dail...
06/11/2026

Register for GAA's Wildfire Risk Reduction Qualification (WRRQ), July 15-16, in Savannah. As professionals who have daily interaction with the public, arborists can help reduce wildfire risk and protect lives, homes & landscapes. When homes & surrounding property are protected, ecosystem benefits are protected as well. 11.5 CEUs have been applied for. Grab your spot today! https://www.georgiaarborist.org/events/wildfire-reduction-qualification

Atlanta's low-income seniors may qualify for financial assistance in removing or trimming hazardous trees. This program ...
06/10/2026

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

Join GAA for a beer & chat with other arborists! On Wed., June 24, 5:30-7:30PM, at Wild Heaven Brewery in Toco Hills (At...
06/09/2026

Join GAA for a beer & chat with other arborists! On Wed., June 24, 5:30-7:30PM, at Wild Heaven Brewery in Toco Hills (Atlanta), meet other tree-industry folks. GAA members receive 1 free drink ticket. Hungry? No problem. Fox Brothers BBQ is at the brewery. Don't drink beer? Enjoy wines & housemade cocktails. Don't drink? Soft drinks, mocktails & non-alcoholic beer await! No need to register, unless you'd like a reminder sent to you as we near the date. https://www.georgiaarborist.org/events/second-quarter-networking-in-atlanta

Join GAA for ISA TRAQ Full Course - Tree Risk Assessment Qualification 3.0, June 28-30 in Rome, GA. The TRAQ course & cr...
06/08/2026

Join GAA for ISA TRAQ Full Course - Tree Risk Assessment Qualification 3.0, June 28-30 in Rome, GA. 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. Registration closes on August 22, but spots fill up early! https://www.georgiaarborist.org/events/isa-traq-30-full-course-rome-ga-tree-risk-assessment-qualification

Do you want to compete in GAA's 2026 Tree Climbing Championship? We heard you, and we're doing things differently this y...
06/05/2026

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. OUT-OF-STATE COMPETITOR registration opens that Friday, AUGUST 21st. Watch this space for more info: https://www.georgiaarborist.org/tcc

GAA's June Lunch & Learn, "Native Bees Need Trees," is on Tues., June 16, from noon to 1PM. Trees are critical habitat f...
06/05/2026

GAA's June Lunch & Learn, "Native Bees Need Trees," is on Tues., June 16, from noon to 1PM. Trees are critical habitat for native bees across rural, suburban & urban landscapes. Join Elise McDonald for an introduction to the native bee groups in GA and how they use trees. They also will discuss bee-friendly management considerations in urban & suburban landscapes. Register today! https://www.georgiaarborist.org/events/june-lunch-and-learn-native-bees-need-trees

Visit GAA NEXT WEEK at the Southeast Green trade show floor! Discover the newest plants, products, equipment & solutions...
06/04/2026

Visit GAA NEXT WEEK at the Southeast Green trade show floor! Discover the newest plants, products, equipment & solutions shaping Georgia’s green industry—all in one place. The Southeast Green trade show brings together leading suppliers and thousands of landscape professionals, growers & garden centers from across the region. GAA will be at the trade show Wednesday & Thursday! Make connections. Find new ideas. Grow your business. Register now and plan your visit today: https://www.southeastgreen.org/

Join GAA for a BILINGUAL Introduction to Competition Climbing: Skills Improvement Workshop (Introducción a la escalada d...
06/03/2026

Join GAA for a BILINGUAL Introduction to Competition Climbing:
Skills Improvement Workshop (Introducción a la escalada de competición: taller de mejora de habilidades), 8AM-5PM, Fri. June 24, in Decatur, GA. This course is in ENGLISH AND SPANISH. This course is an opportunity for workers to sharpen their climbing skills from secured entry to descent; you will be trained on various methods, scenarios, & proper practices in tree climbing. The workshop is recommended for climbers with 18 months+ experience. This is NOT a beginner's course. [Bilingüe] Introducción a la escalada de competición: taller de mejora de habilidades (Inglés Y español), de 8:00 a 17:00, Viernes, 24 de julio, Decatur, GA. Este curso ofrece a los trabajadores la oportunidad de perfeccionar sus habilidades de escalada, desde el acceso seguro hasta el descenso. Se impartirá formación sobre diversos métodos, situaciones y prácticas adecuadas en la escalada de árboles. Recomendado para escaladores con más de 18 meses de experiencia
se requiere experiencia adecuada. https://www.georgiaarborist.org/events/category-climb-scenario-based-climbing-course

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