January 9, 10, 23, & 24, 2025
Arboriculture 101
Arboriculture 101 is unique. Unlike some workshops, this short course utilizes lecture and hands-on instruction. Attendees have the opportunity to learn real world applications to validate concepts taught in the lectures. A variety of instructional methods, such as hands-on displays, interactive discussions, and media demonstrations will be used as effective tools to address the varied learning styles of the students.
Each student will receive a manual of study notes, study questions, and a list of online resources to assist in learning the information presented.
Some participants may only want to attend one or two days instead of the entire workshop to obtain continuing education credits or additional training in specific areas.
Attendees who participate in the entire 4-day short course will receive a certificate of completion.
Who will benefit from this course:
Each student will receive a manual of study notes, study questions, and a list of online resources to assist in learning the information presented.
Some participants may only want to attend one or two days instead of the entire workshop to obtain continuing education credits or additional training in specific areas.
Attendees who participate in the entire 4-day short course will receive a certificate of completion.
Who will benefit from this course:
- Architects, engineers, and developers who design and build structures around trees
- Landscape architects
- Landscape managers
- Individuals interested in taking the ISA Certified Exam - click here for more information on becoming an ISA Certified Arborist
- Certified Arborists, Certified Landscape Professionals, Licensed Pesticide Applicators, Landscape Architects, Certified Treecare Safety Professionals, or other individuals seeking continuing education credits
- Seasoned professionals seeking to learn the latest recommendations for caring for trees
- Anyone with an interest in urban trees
Date & Time
January 9, 10
and 23, 24, 2025
8:00 am - 5:30 pm
and 23, 24, 2025
8:00 am - 5:30 pm
Location
First Methodist Church
507 E. 27th Street
Bryan, TX 77803
507 E. 27th Street
Bryan, TX 77803
continuing education
ISA Credits:
Day 1 - 7.75
Day 2 - 8.25
Day 3 - 8.25
Day 4 - 7.75
Full Course -32
TDA Credits*:
General - 7
Laws & Regs - 2
IPM - 2
*You must attend the classes on January 10th & 24th to receive TDA credits.
Day 1 - 7.75
Day 2 - 8.25
Day 3 - 8.25
Day 4 - 7.75
Full Course -32
TDA Credits*:
General - 7
Laws & Regs - 2
IPM - 2
*You must attend the classes on January 10th & 24th to receive TDA credits.
Instructor
Dr. W. Todd Watson earned a BS degree in Horticulture and a PhD in Plant Pathology from Texas A&M University. He was an Assistant Professor, Senior Lecturer, and Adjunct Professor at Texas A&M University, where he conducted research on trees and authored and co-authored several articles in research journals and professional publications dealing with a wide array of arboriculture topics.
He also taught arboriculture and urban forestry classes at Texas A&M for over 20 years. In addition to his academic career, he has worked in the public and private sectors in tree and landscape consulting and management for over 40 years.
Dr. Watson is an ISA Board-Certified Master Arborist (TX-0974B) and a TRAQ-Qualified Tree Risk Assessor. He has served as Vice President of the Arboricultural Research and Education Academy, Secretary of the Texas Urban Forestry Council, and a member of the editorial boards for ISA's Arborist News and the Journal of Arboriculture and Urban Forestry. He was named a Montague Teaching Scholar at Texas A&M in 2005. In 2003, he was voted Texas Arborist of the Year.
He is currently co-proprietor of Tree Preservation Group, LLC.
He also taught arboriculture and urban forestry classes at Texas A&M for over 20 years. In addition to his academic career, he has worked in the public and private sectors in tree and landscape consulting and management for over 40 years.
Dr. Watson is an ISA Board-Certified Master Arborist (TX-0974B) and a TRAQ-Qualified Tree Risk Assessor. He has served as Vice President of the Arboricultural Research and Education Academy, Secretary of the Texas Urban Forestry Council, and a member of the editorial boards for ISA's Arborist News and the Journal of Arboriculture and Urban Forestry. He was named a Montague Teaching Scholar at Texas A&M in 2005. In 2003, he was voted Texas Arborist of the Year.
He is currently co-proprietor of Tree Preservation Group, LLC.
Class Schedule
Day 1 - Thursday, January 9, 2025
Pre-Course Evaluation Exam
Tree Biology
Tree Pruning
Day 2 - Friday, January 10, 2025
Tree-Soil Relations
Water Management
Tree Nutrition & Fertilization
Safe Work Practices
Day 3 - Thursday, January 23, 2025
Tree Identification, Tree Selection
Tree Installation & Establishment
Trees & Construction
Tree Support & Protection Systems
Day 4 - Friday, January 24, 2025
Plant Health Care
Diagnosis and Plant Disorders
Tree Assessment & Risk Mgmt.
Urban Forestry
Post-Course Evaluation Exam
Class Policies (the formal stuff)
Cancellations must be made in writing to [email protected]. No telephone cancellations accepted. Cancellations must be received 7 business days prior to the event start date for a full refund less an administration fee of $40. Registrations are transferrable. By virtue of your registration, you agree to the cancellation terms as outlined. Photo/Video Release: By virtue of your attendance, you agree to the use of your likeness in Streamside Green's promotional materials and future online course material. Illness/Injury Release: By attending this class, you and any guests voluntarily assume all risks related to any illness or injury and agree not to hold Streamside Green, LLC, Dr. W. Todd Watson, PhD, First Methodist Church of Bryan, or any of their affiliates, directors, officers, employees, agents, contractors, or volunteers liable for any illness or injury.
Join us for Arboriculture 101
We look forward to seeing you!