Georgia Arborist Association, Inc.

The Georgia Arborist Association, Inc. is exempt from federal income tax under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code, and contributions are deductible as charitable contributions under the law.

Dr. Kim D. Coder

Professor of Tree Health Care, University of Georgia

Dr. Coder is a world renowned speaker and educator for Arboriculture and Urban Forestry. Dr. Coder has had a great impact on Arboriculture education and professionalism on both the state and national levels. He has been a key force behind the development of I.S.A. Certification.

The Georgia Arborist Association (GAA) Honored Dr. Kim Coder with our first annual Award for

Meritorious Contribution & Service in Arboriculture at our First Year-End Awards Ceremony on December 15, 2006.

Our future annual awards will be presented to Leaders in the Arboriculture Industry for Meritorious Contribution & Service in Arboriculture. It will be presented as The Coder Award in honor of Dr. Kim Coder, his accomplishments, and his impact on Arboriculture.

Dr. Coder has very genorously entertained our association with his unforgettable seminars / lectures. We appreciate all the knowledge he has shared with us. Once again, Dr. Coder has shown his love for teaching by sharing his knowledge with our association. Thanks Dr. Coder!

American Mistletoe / Infection In Trees

Fall Color Briefing

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Dr. Coder (center) presenting The 2007 Coder Award to

Mr. Hugh Tyer (left)

For more information about the Georgia Arborist Association, Inc. please contact:

Peter Jenkins, President

E-mail: gaa@georgiaarborist.org

Mailing Address: P.O. Box 8802 ~ Atlanta, GA 31106