Dan Simpson
Department(s):
- Ornamental Horticulture
Contact Info:
Email: Daniel.Simpson@gcccd.edu
Course(s):
OH 260 Arboriculture
OH 261 Tree Surgery and Specialized Pruning
OH 262 Arboriculture - Palms and Related Plants
OH 263 Urban Forestry
OH 290 Cooperative Work Experience
Professional History:
Lead Tree Trimmer, San Diego Zoo
35+ years, began as a tree trimmer and no the Associate Horticulturist
Achievements:
Certified Arborist, International Society of Arboriculture.
Serves on Board of Directors for Professional Tree Care Association of San Diego Mayoral
Appointment as Arborist on City of San Diego Community Forest Advisory Board, Horticulture
articles and photos published in San Diego Zoo's Zoonooz.
Lectures on topics related to tree care, horticulture, urban forestry, and xeriscape