Southern Chapter Report

by Skip Kincaid, Southern Chapter Executive Director

No doubt you have been affected in some way by this summer’s weather. Whether it’s simply a little bit of sweat as you mow the lawn or a lot of sweat and hard work as you clean up after some of the storms in our part of the world. Our industry is represented by company owners and tree workers cleaning up damage in residential, commercial, and utility sites. All of you deserve a well-deserved cold one and a relaxing afternoon at the nearest cool creek! If you haven’t had a chance to do that yet, make time to relax. It makes you happier and safer!

Our work here at the Southern Chapter continues as well, though I must admit to enjoying a cold one in a clear stream every now and then. We continue to organize educational events that expand your palette for ISA credentials and CEUs, and we partner with other groups to register their events for CEUs as well. And we are preparing to handle some upcoming changes to the ISA Tree Worker credential that we are confident will make this credential more accessible and popular. Stay tuned for more info coming later this summer.

We continue to offer TRAQ courses (including live and virtual renewal options). If you currently hold the Tree Risk Assessment Qualification (TRAQ), check your expiration date and be sure to renew your credential using the convenient virtual option. Information about these courses, which will be offered four times a year, can be found on the Chapter website. And, as always, if you have a group of people in your area who are interested in a TRAQ course, we are happy to organize a class if you can help us with local arrangements.

The Chapter recently partnered with Auburn and University of Georgia to submit a grant request that will greatly expand our ability to provide arborist training for those who want to become ISA certified arborists. We’re hopeful this will provide outreach and training to regions and people whose locations make them more difficult to reach and serve.

Remember that you can always check out what’s happening in the Chapter and find workshops, webinars, and other learning opportunities on the Chapter website.

Honor someone who stands out in our industry

Check out the Southern Chapter’s online awards page for an impressive list of honorees, award criteria descriptions, and nomination form.

Award of Merit | Award of Achievement | Honorary Life Membership

Award for Excellence in Arboriculture Education

President’s Award | John G. Martin Award

Award of Arboricultural Research | Award for Excellence in Arboriculture

Years And Stronger Than Ever

WE RECOGNIZE THAT ACHIEVING THIS MILESTONE WOULD NOT HAVE BEEN POSSIBLE WITHOUT OUR CUSTOMERS AND EMPLOYEES.

WITH GRATITUDE, WE HONOR OUR PAST AND LOOK FORWARD TO OUR BRIGHT FUTURE TOGETHER.