Lunch and Learn: Seeing Through Trees- Enhancing Tree Health with Radar Imaging Technology

Name: Lunch and Learn: Seeing Through Trees- Enhancing Tree Health with Radar Imaging Technology
Start: 2024-11-14T13:00:00-04:00
End: 2024-11-14T14:00:00-04:00
Location: Trees Atlanta

Schedule

Thu Nov 14 2024 at 01:00 pm to 02:00 pm

UTC-04:00

Location

Trees Atlanta | Atlanta, GA

Bron Holcomb of Integrity Tree Imaging, LLC will delve into the innovative world of radar imaging technology and its role in promoting tree health and ensuring the safety of our communities.
In this session, explore:
- The Science of Radar Imaging: Understand how radar technology works and its application in arboriculture.
- Assessing Tree Health: Learn how radar imaging can detect internal tree defects and root loss.
- Safety Implications: Discover how maintaining tree health through radar imaging can prevent hazardous tree incidents and enhance public safety.
- Case Studies and Real-World Applications: Hear about successful implementations of radar imaging in various environments and the positive outcomes achieved.
- Whether you're a professional arborist, an urban planner, a community leader, or simply a resident of our “City in the Forest” who wants to benefit from innovative technologies for environmental management, this session will provide valuable insights and practical knowledge.
Don't miss this opportunity to learn how radar imaging technology can transform the way we care for our trees and protect our communities.
About the Speaker: Bron Holcomb is the owner & operator of Integrity Tree Imaging, LLC. He holds a BS in Forest Products from Clemson University, with specific courses in the properties of wood and wood structure. With decades of experience in a family-owned pressure treating business and land management, Bron champions the advanced technological insight that radar imaging brings to the world of forestry.
City Forest Certification: The City Forest Certification is Trees Atlanta’s newest community action program. This hands-on program is designed to guide and empower everyday people with practical knowledge and skills. Neighbor by neighbor and property by property, we can grow and connect a network of forests big and small. By attending this program, you can earn 1 Acorn towards your City Forest Certification.
International Society of Arboriculture CEU’s (1) available for Certified Arborist, BCMA, TW Climber Specialist, Utility Specialist, TW Aerial Lift Specialist.
Additional Information:
Doors open at 11:30am. Participants are welcome to bring a lunch, or even enjoy a bite at Lee & White and walk the Beltline to this event. Presentation ends at 1:00 PM. Those who wish are welcome to stay longer and ask the presenter additional questions.
Getting Here: Bike racks are located on the side of the building (near the silo in the Picnic Patio). We are approximately 1 mile from the Oakland City and West End MARTA train stations (Red and Gold Lines). Limited number of parking spaces are available at our location, in addition to limited street parking. Lee & White is accessible via a short walk on beltline for those who plan to eat there before or after this event.
Registration Required. This event is free. Register to receive updates or reminders for this event. Please consider adding a donation when registering for a free ticket.
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Questions: If you have any questions or comments regarding this event, please email [email protected].