Field Day

2023 GIP Field Day and Trade Show
July 20, 2023

 

Green Industry Professional Field Day and Trade Show

Hands-on, outdoor demonstrations presented at the beautiful campus of American University, Washington, DC on a July Thursday each year. This campus is an official arboretum, with a vast array of plantings for you to enjoy. Each year we feature new, unique presentations showing the latest developments in the industry.

Demonstration Topics, arranged in four tracts, range from athletic turf subjects to grounds maintenance to aerial rescue in the mature trees of the Quadrangle. See new plant introductions and participate in landscape design and sustainability discussions. One tract is presented in Spanish for the continuing education of the diversified workforce. Please consult the brochure for the complete listing and details.

*** Garage Parking is included with Registration Fee. Parking is limited! Carpooling or using Metro is highly recommended.  Park (for free) in the Katzen Arts Center Garage across Mass. Ave. from the main entrance to American University.)  Further details for parking provided to registrants via email.

To download the 2023 Brochure with Registration form, please follow this link:  GIPField Day 2023_pdf

To Register online, go here: 2023 Online Registration

Registration is now open. 

Many of the day’s topics will qualify for continuing education credits (CEUs) for industry certifications. Complete information is available by contacting us or in the Registration brochure. We maintain a high level of educational integrity in all of our programming.

Our day begins with Coffee and Donuts in the Registration area and includes a Lunch break with a catered lunch. Relax during lunch and explore the Trade show exhibits and equipment. Presentations take place near the Quad and walking tours begin there.

The Trade Show occupies the open center of the Quad, showcasing local equipment dealers, nurseries, hardscape manufacturers and a variety of related products. Plan to enjoy all of the aspects of this event. (Interested vendors, click here)

Permanent Sponsors:

The Northern Virginia Nursery and Landscape Association
The Professional Grounds Management Society, – DC Branch
Virginia Cooperative Extension

In cooperation with:
The Mid-Atlantic Chapter, ISA