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International Arboriculture Summit - Hong Kong
February 2012 Announcements
Download the Registration Form Here
Municipal Arborist Certification Training: May 9-11, 2012
with Professor William Fountain
ARTICLE: Municipal Arborist Certification by Phoebe Liu
IASHK 2011 Conference Photos
Special Free Demonstration: Tree Rigging and Advanced Climbing Devices, March 10, 2012
TRACE
TRACE: Tree Risk Assessment Course & Exam with Terry Flanagan, APRIL, 2012 (Full)
TRACE Exam Retake: April, 2012
New Opportunity to sit for the exam
SEMINAR:
Developing Arborist Assessment/Consultation Reports with Professor William Fountain, May 8, 2012
The 5th annual IASHK Conference November, 2012 in Hong Kong
International Arboriculture Summit – Hong Kong, keynote speaker will be Kim Coder
ISA Municipal Arborist Certification Training
with Professor William Fountain
Location:Suen Douh Camp, Fanling, NT
Dates: (3 Days) May 9-11, 2012
Full Price: HK$4500 (a very special low cost)
Early Registration Deadline and Discount: Extended to April 20, 2012, HK$4200
Prerequisite: Must be an ISA Certified Arborist with 3 years post qualification experience.
Final Registration Deadline: Extended to April 27, 2012
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Please note this course does not include the actual examination and examination cost. ATP will provide very clear instructions where and how the exam can be taken right here in Hong Kong.
Download the Registration Form here
Click here to read more about the certification at the ISA website.
Following article by Phoebe Liu
ISA Certified Arborist/ Municipal Specialist in Hong Kong
The Municipal Arborist Certification program provides the foundation for better tree management in Hong Kong. Many arborists have not yet pursued it, but having completed the programme I think it is very important and valuable. It takes arboricultural practice to a higher level; beyond skills and knowledge for performing tree care routines, diagnosis and tree risk assessments. It is about the planning, design, management, maintenance and administration of urban forests and publicly-owned trees, and also handling public relations on tree management issues.
If you are an arborist working in a landscaping section in Government departments, are required to manage a very large number of trees within a district and must respond to public enquiries and complaints, getting trained and qualified as a Municipal Specialist suits exactly what you need.
The knowledge of urban forest planning, design and management may also be useful for landscape consultants in providing solutions in master planning, tree preservation and tree-friendly designs in land development; while landscape managers in private properties may find this helpful in organizing better tree maintenance programs.
The Municipal Specialist Certification Study Guide is a well-written book that elaborates theories and concepts with numerous real-world cases and examples to facilitate the readers’ understanding. Even though some content is not fully applicable to Hong Kong situations, I have enjoyed reading the book and found those concepts useful in my consultancy work.
The exam consists of 100 multiple choice questions which can put your past working experience with trees to a real big test. Candidates who are not familiar with the practices of the arboricultural industry, and North American municipal organization structures and conditions may find it a bit more challenging.
A tip here for people who want to take this exam: It is ALMOST IMPOSSIBLE that you can find straight answers in the Certification Study Guide and in any of the reference readings! The exam questions are indeed testing your logical thinking, common sense and the mastery of concepts instead of your ability to memorize study materials.
Good Luck!
Phoebe Liu
ISA Certified Arborist/ Municipal Specialist
Dates: (3 Days) May 9-11, 2012
Full Price: HK$4500 (a very special low cost)
Early Registration Deadline and Discount: Extended to April 20, 2012, HK$4200
Prerequisite: Must be an ISA Certified Arborist with 3 years post qualification experience.
Final Registration Deadline: Extended to April 27, 2012
Contact Us: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
Please note this course does not include the actual examination and examination cost. ATP will provide very clear instructions where and how the exam can be taken right here in Hong Kong.
Download the Registration Form here
Click here to read more about the certification at the ISA website.
Following article by Phoebe Liu
ISA Certified Arborist/ Municipal Specialist in Hong Kong
The Municipal Arborist Certification program provides the foundation for better tree management in Hong Kong. Many arborists have not yet pursued it, but having completed the programme I think it is very important and valuable. It takes arboricultural practice to a higher level; beyond skills and knowledge for performing tree care routines, diagnosis and tree risk assessments. It is about the planning, design, management, maintenance and administration of urban forests and publicly-owned trees, and also handling public relations on tree management issues.
If you are an arborist working in a landscaping section in Government departments, are required to manage a very large number of trees within a district and must respond to public enquiries and complaints, getting trained and qualified as a Municipal Specialist suits exactly what you need.
The knowledge of urban forest planning, design and management may also be useful for landscape consultants in providing solutions in master planning, tree preservation and tree-friendly designs in land development; while landscape managers in private properties may find this helpful in organizing better tree maintenance programs.
The Municipal Specialist Certification Study Guide is a well-written book that elaborates theories and concepts with numerous real-world cases and examples to facilitate the readers’ understanding. Even though some content is not fully applicable to Hong Kong situations, I have enjoyed reading the book and found those concepts useful in my consultancy work.
The exam consists of 100 multiple choice questions which can put your past working experience with trees to a real big test. Candidates who are not familiar with the practices of the arboricultural industry, and North American municipal organization structures and conditions may find it a bit more challenging.
A tip here for people who want to take this exam: It is ALMOST IMPOSSIBLE that you can find straight answers in the Certification Study Guide and in any of the reference readings! The exam questions are indeed testing your logical thinking, common sense and the mastery of concepts instead of your ability to memorize study materials.
Good Luck!
Phoebe Liu
ISA Certified Arborist/ Municipal Specialist
IASHK 2011 Photo
Photos are now available of the November 2011 conference, please visit our facebook page to view all the photos.
IASHK 2011 Photos on Facebook
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2011 International Arboriculture Summit (IAS) was a great success with the largest number of educatiors and also members of the ISA Headquarters participating. The annual event was coordinated within the same period of time as the Hong Kong Tree Climbing Competition. This event was also a success which immediately followed the IAS.The guest educators were provided with a tour of Hong Kong which included special trees and popular and historical venues that introduced the cultural significance of the region. Lauren Lanphear, Ning, Zhu Hua and Gary Watson and his wife completely enjoyed Hong Kong and also the educators gained a good understanding of the long history of Hong Kong and enjoyed seeing the genuine and ancient aspects in the New Territories
IASHK 2011 Photos on Facebook
Thanks again for joining us for the conference. If you have any comments or suggestions for future conferences, please feel free to contact us! This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
2011 International Arboriculture Summit (IAS) was a great success with the largest number of educatiors and also members of the ISA Headquarters participating. The annual event was coordinated within the same period of time as the Hong Kong Tree Climbing Competition. This event was also a success which immediately followed the IAS.The guest educators were provided with a tour of Hong Kong which included special trees and popular and historical venues that introduced the cultural significance of the region. Lauren Lanphear, Ning, Zhu Hua and Gary Watson and his wife completely enjoyed Hong Kong and also the educators gained a good understanding of the long history of Hong Kong and enjoyed seeing the genuine and ancient aspects in the New Territories
Special Free Demonstration
Tree Rigging/Removal Demonstration using the
GRCS: Good Rigging Control System.
March 24, 2012 at Suen Douh Camp, Fanling, NT
Also the opportunity to try out some advanced climbing tools such as the Unicender and the Lockjack devices!
This demonstration will take place on March 24, 2012 at Suen Douh Camp in Fanling. Please contact us if you are interested to attend. Registration is free but is required, thank you!
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TRACE
(XII in Hong Kong)
TREE RISK ASSESSMENT COURSE & EXAM, 20 Seats Available (Full)
in Hong Kong
20-21 April, 2012
Become a Certified Tree Risk Assessor. This program is offered by friends at the Pacific Northwest Chapter of the ISA (PNW ISA) www.pnwisa.org
Location:Suen Douh Camp, Fanling, New Territories
Two Day Event with Lecture Workbook and Exam: 8:30-5:30 each day
Price: HK$4500 per person, (includes full attendance and examination with breaks and lunch)
Final Registration Deadline: March 14th, 2012 (Full)
Prerequisite:You must be an ISA Certified Arborist to register.
To learn more about the upcoming courses in the future, please sign up with our ARBORNEWS NEWSLETTER on the right column.
This is a different kind of certification which will include a manual to study for preparation and then in-class lecture and field application before a 3hour examination after which a successful score of 85% will result in the award of a CTRA credential. Please take the time to read the details here and in the attached PDF files on line at the PNW ISA website and then make your decision as soon as you can. This certification will be recognized by ISA HQ in 2012 when it will be incorporated into the regular pyramid of certifications. If already certified at that time the credential holder will automatically be included. The basic difference with this form of certification is that it is valid for four years and recertification is based not on CEUs but upon a retake of the exam so it is referred to as a qualification.
Those who plan to take this course please be reminded that it is extremely important that you study the TRACE book as much as possible prior to the day of training with Terry Flanagan. Simply attending the training is not enough to prepare for the exam as it is quite challenging. Of the 120 people who took the exam in Hong Kong in 2011, approximately 50% did not pass the exam.
Two Day Event with Lecture Workbook and Exam: 8:30-5:30 each day
Price: HK$4500 per person, (includes full attendance and examination with breaks and lunch)
Final Registration Deadline: March 14th, 2012 (Full)
Prerequisite:You must be an ISA Certified Arborist to register.
To learn more about the upcoming courses in the future, please sign up with our ARBORNEWS NEWSLETTER on the right column.
This is a different kind of certification which will include a manual to study for preparation and then in-class lecture and field application before a 3hour examination after which a successful score of 85% will result in the award of a CTRA credential. Please take the time to read the details here and in the attached PDF files on line at the PNW ISA website and then make your decision as soon as you can. This certification will be recognized by ISA HQ in 2012 when it will be incorporated into the regular pyramid of certifications. If already certified at that time the credential holder will automatically be included. The basic difference with this form of certification is that it is valid for four years and recertification is based not on CEUs but upon a retake of the exam so it is referred to as a qualification.
Those who plan to take this course please be reminded that it is extremely important that you study the TRACE book as much as possible prior to the day of training with Terry Flanagan. Simply attending the training is not enough to prepare for the exam as it is quite challenging. Of the 120 people who took the exam in Hong Kong in 2011, approximately 50% did not pass the exam.
Tree Risk Assessment in Urban Areas and
the Urban/Rural Interface
Overview
The Tree Risk Assessment course was developed in consultation with the Workersafe™ Compensation Board of British Columbia (WCB), British Columbia Hydro, Wildlife and Danger Tree Committee of British Columbia, and numerous reviewers around North America. The course is administered by the Pacific Northwest Chapter of the International Society of Arboriculture (PNW-ISA). For more information, visit PNW ISA’s website.REGISTER TODAY
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TRACE EXAM RETAKE
APRIL 21st 2012
Price: HK$2500 per person
New opportunity to attendee offered to all of those who have already participated in a previous TRACE program
DEADLINE Registration: April 16, 2012
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According to the statistics at PNW ISA the pass/fail rate for the recent TRACE has been approximately 55%/45% respectively and this is only evidence that this course and exam are challenging and require a certain level of experience and understanding of the principles of tree risk especially as it relates to their structure and failure potential etc.
Terrence Flanagan
Terry Flanagan is a career arborist with more than 30 years in the industry. He began his career in the Boston, Massachusetts area, but also worked in Colorado before settling into Oregon for the bulk of his career. Terry is a Board Certified Master Arborist and has served ISA in several capacities. He has been a member of the Board of Directors since 2000, and has served as a member of the Certification Board of Directors from 2005-2010. He is chair of Tree Risk Qualification Panel of Experts, and in 2012 he will serve as the chair of the 2012 Portland ISA International Conference. Terry also serves as the ISA Board secretary and is now President Elect of the ISA starting July 2011.
Professor William Fountain
Developing Arborist Assessment/Consultation Reports
(For those who must produce technically sound quality reports)
(For those who must produce technically sound quality reports)
Returning to Hong Kong by popular demand, Dr. Fountain has developed a professional college-level course which takes the Arborist, or any person who must produce sound and quality reports, through a successful step by step process:
“Be prepared and don’t be anxious about that assessment report when you are well trained and given the proper guidance. This will be an all-day workshop provided by the Professor based on his University Courses and will also count toward a valuable Certificate of Participation.”
“Be prepared and don’t be anxious about that assessment report when you are well trained and given the proper guidance. This will be an all-day workshop provided by the Professor based on his University Courses and will also count toward a valuable Certificate of Participation.”
Polly Mok, a certified arborist in Hong Kong, attended Dr. Fountain’s workshop and she says:
“I attended the class, as I wanted to get more understanding of how to write especially the Arborist Report, as you are aware, it’s quite a sensitive topic about the Tree Risk Assessment and the report. Dr Bill Fountain elaborated how to present a risk report in an easy and understanding way to present with simple and direct language the fact- finding…”
“I attended the class, as I wanted to get more understanding of how to write especially the Arborist Report, as you are aware, it’s quite a sensitive topic about the Tree Risk Assessment and the report. Dr Bill Fountain elaborated how to present a risk report in an easy and understanding way to present with simple and direct language the fact- finding…”
Trainer: Professor Bill Fountain
Date: May 8, 2012
Time: 9:00-5:00
Price: HK$1280
Early Registration Deadline and Price: March 23, 2012, HK$980
Location: Suen Douh Camp, Fanling, NT
Final Registration Deadline: April 27, 2012
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Date: May 8, 2012
Time: 9:00-5:00
Price: HK$1280
Early Registration Deadline and Price: March 23, 2012, HK$980
Location: Suen Douh Camp, Fanling, NT
Final Registration Deadline: April 27, 2012
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The 5th annual
A gathering to acquire knowledge to protect and preserve Asia’s trees
INTERNATIONAL ARBORICULTURE SUMMIT
- HONG KONG
November 19-21, 2012
Website: www.IAS.hk
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We are glad to announce the 5th annual IASHK conference to take place in Hong Kong this coming November, 2012.
Our keynote speaker is now confirmed to be Dr. Kim Coder.
Dr. Kim Coder is a professor of tree biology and health care at the Warnell School of Forestry & Natural Resources, University of Georgia. He teaches and conducts educational programs throughout the world to a diverse audience of arborists and urban foresters. Coder specializes in tree biology, tree health care, and tree biomechanics. He is a past president of ISA and has received three international awards (achievement, author citation, and education) from ISA for his service to the arboriculture profession. Coder has written more than 400 articles and other publications on trees and their environments. He has degrees from Iowa State University in forestry, tree biology, and forest ecology.
Guy Meilleur(May-er’) aka Detective Dendro®will also be on the program for 2012. Guy is an ISA Board-Certified Master Arborist, CTW, and both a Municipal and Utility Specialist. He is a Detective Dendro®, Diagnostic Sleuthfor the ISA Arborist News, a former lecturer at NC State University, Instructor at Duke University, and staff arborist at the University of North Carolina. His company Better Tree Care assists arborist associates in the conservation of historic trees by tomography, root invigoration, pruning, support and lightning systems, and community education.
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IASHK 2011 Registration
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