2023 GROUNDS MANAGEMENT SHORT COURSE
Save the Date for the 2023 Grounds Management Short Course!
Join us for the 51st Annual Knox County Grounds Management Short Course. This Short Course will bring you the latest research-based information to stay ahead of the challenges we deal with every day in our industry. In typical fashion, we have assembled leading experts to share their latest information, enabling you to thrive as green industry professionals.
The 2023 Grounds Management Short Course will be held in person, at the UT Conference Center.
Event Location:
UT Conference Center
600 Henley Street
Knoxville, TN 37902
***Free parking provided at the Locust Street garage located at 540 Locust Street***
Session Dates:
January 19, 2023 (Thursday) | 7:30 am to 5:00 pm
January 20, 2023 (Friday) | 7:30 am to 5:00 pm
Session Cost:
| Before January 10, 2023 | After January 10, 2023 |
| $199 – Registration for both days | $235 – Registration for both days |
| $109 – Single day registration (January 19th only) | $125 – Single day registration (January 19th only) |
| $109 – Single day registration (January 20th only) | $125 – Single day registration (January 20th only) |
Continuing Education Points Available:
- International Society of Arboriculture (ISA) Continuing Education Units (CEUs) will be offered for ISA Certified Arborists.
- Tennessee Department of Agriculture (TDA) Pesticide Applicator Points will be offered for TDA Commercial Applicators.
Cancellation/Substitution Policy:
If you register, but are unable to attend this event, you can cancel your registration. If you must cancel, please call us at (865) 215-2340 by January 14, 2023, and we will refund your registration fee (minus a $25 processing fee). Sorry, no refunds will be given after January 14, 2023.
Contact Information:
Lee Rumble
Extension Agent–Knox County
400 W. Main Street
Suite 560
Knoxville, TN 37902
865-215-2340
drumble@utk.edu
Programs in agriculture and natural resources, 4-H youth development, family and consumer sciences, and resource development. University of Tennessee Institute of Agriculture, U.S. Department of Agriculture and county governments cooperating. UT Extension provides equal opportunities in programs and employment.
Registration Options:
Option #1:
Click here to download, print, and mail completed registration form and check to.
UT/TSU Extension Knox County
400 W. Main Street; Suite 560
Knoxville, TN 37902
***Please Note: Checks must be made payable to UT/TSU Extension Knox County.***
Option #2:
Click here to make a payment online with a credit card.
Option #3:
Pay in-person on the day of the event.
***Please Note: Late registration charges will be applied.***
***Please Note: We can only accept credit card or check payments on the day of.***
Click here to view the full program brochure.
January 19, 2023 (Thursday)
| Time | Speaker | Title of Presentation |
| 8:15 | Kasey Krouse | Tree Protection and Tree Preservation Best Management Practices |
| 9:15 | Seth Whitehouse | Initiating Pollinator Stewardship in the Landscape |
| 10:45 | Cathy Selbert | Pest Alert—Detection and Treatment of Spotted Lanternfly |
| 1:00 | Nick St. Sauveur | A Professional Approach to Managing Urban Trees |
| 2:00 | Dr. Amy Fulcher | Dead Plants 101—A Diagnostics Presentation |
| 3:30 | Dr. Andrea Ludwig | Reducing the Need for Chemical Treatments by Utilizing Native Plants in Landscapes |
January 20, 2023 (Friday)
| Time | Speaker | Title of Presentation |
| 8:15 | Buddy Henry | Working with your Local Pesticide Inspector |
| 9:15 | Neal Vercler | Campus Trees—Management with a Purpose |
| 10:45 | Dr. Forbes Walker | Discussions on Climate Change |
| 1:00 | Dr. Jim Brosnan / Anna Duncan | What About Weeds in 2023? – Part I |
| 2:00 | Greg Breeden | What About Weeds in 2023? – Part II |
| 3:30 | Dr. Brian Leib | Irrigation Best Management Practices |
Continuing Education Points Available:
- International Society of Arboriculture (ISA) Continuing Education Units (CEUs) will be offered for ISA Certified Arborists.
- Tennessee Department of Agriculture (TDA) Pesticide Applicator Points will be offered for TDA Commercial Applicators.
| Category | Points January 19, 2023 | Points January 20, 2023 |
| 1 | 1 | 1 |
| 2 | 3 | 2 |
| 3 | 6 | 5 |
| 4 | 1 | 1 |
| 5 | 1 | 1 |
| 6 | 1 | 1 |
| 7 | N/A | 1 |
| 8 | N/A | 1 |
| 10 | 6 | 5 |
| 11 | 1 | N/A |
| 12 | 6 | 5 |
| LHA | 1 | N/A |
| ISA Certified Arborist | 6 | 4 |
| BCMA (Science) | 1 | N/A |
| BCMA (Management) | 5 | 4 |
| Municipal Specialist | 3 | 3 |