28th Annual
Georgia Tree Climbing Championships
November 6-8th, 2026
Violet F. Stout Park
5420 Stout Pkwy SW
Lithia Springs, Georgia
Please read the below information before registering.
Please review all policies and procedures and code of conduct ahead of time. This information can be found here.
Important Notice: The company axe award rules have changed. TCC Company Axe Award -- The company axe award will be given to the company who has the top 3 competitors ranked in the competition.
In order to be considered for the company axe, the winning company must be a member of the Georgia Arborist Association in good standing and have completed at least 10 hours of volunteer work directly related to the tree climbing championship of that calendar year. These volunteer hours can be completed on the workday prior to the competition or during the competition itself as a judge or volunteer. The volunteer hours do not have to be completed by the climbers in the competition but can be completed by any member of the same company or representative. Volunteer hours can be judge, technical or non-technical positions.
IF REGISTRATION FOR YOUR GROUP FILLS UP PLEASE GET ON THE WAITLIST...CANCELLATIONS HAPPEN. 30 DAYS IN ADVANCE OF THE EVENT IF IN-STATE HAS NOT FILLED UP, WE WILL CALL OUT-OF-STATE WAITLISTERS....FIRST REPLIES WILL RECEIVE THE OPEN SPOTS.
Do NOT register for a female spot if you are male and did not get a spot. Just because these spots are available does not mean that we will give them to you. This is grounds for disqualification.
Please plan to show up if you register. You cannot pass your spot to your friend if you cancel. It will go to the next person on the waiting list. We don't want to call people at the last minute from the waiting list because you decided not climb. Be courteous and give us advance notice.
Please plan for the Friday 4pm check in time for Gear Check. If you do not show up for Gear Check, you will not be allowed to climb.
FULL Schedule/Agenda Coming Soon!
WORK DAY at Stout Park -- TBD
(This is your chance for company axe award points.)
November 6 - (Must be checked in by 4pm) Gear Check and Camping Set up.
November 7 - Tree Climbing Championship - Qualifying Events & Awards Dinner with after-party
November 8 - Tree Climbing Championship - Masters Challenge
Bring the family! Spectators are Free and there will be a Family Fun Climb, Food Trucks, Touch and Truck and other events for all ages to enjoy!
If you wish to also sign up as a sponsor you can find those sign up links below. A separate sign up is required for each to help us stay organized and give you the best experience. THANK YOU in advance for your cooperation!
Discounted Hotel & FREE Camping Information:
Important Reminder - we are representing our industry and expect high community attendance which is a great opportunity to educate the public on proper arboriculture practices. This event is at a public park so please abide by these rules:
no smoking
no open containers
all pets on a leash
no open fires - sorry no fire pits
HOTEL INFORMATION
A discounted hotel rate of $119 a night is available at the Tru by Hilton Lithia Springs, 1270 Thornton Road Lithia Springs, Georgia 30122 USA. Please use this link to reserve your room or you may call the hotel directly at (678) 236-0005 and request the Georgia Arborist Association Group Rate. Make reservations by 10/6/26 for this price. (If you are staying before Friday, Nov. 6, or after Sunday, Nov. 8, please call the hotel for the special rate — CODE 90Z — on the extra nights.)
THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!