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Tree climbing is the act of climbing trees for any reason. Climbing trees goes back to the times of hunter-gatherer.
Professional Tree Climbing
Professional Tree Climbing uses ropes, harnesses, and other gear (but not ice tools or crampons) to scale a tree safely without causing it harm. It is used by arboricultiralists and tree surgeons to work in trees for tree health and safety inspection and pruning work. Professional arborist training programs are available in many countries.Recreational Tree Climbing
Recreational Tree Climbing is the same, done as a sport or hobby. This is a mellow, fun experience, pioneered largely by environmentalists. It is also an inherently dangerous sport if practiced by individuals without proper training. Some devoted recreational climbers take special hammocks called "tree boats" with them into the tree canopies where they spend the night. More on [ Tree climbing ]
Nose Speed Record is Broken
Wed, 02 Jul 2008 13:52:00 -0500
7/02/08 - Yuji Hirayama and Hans Florine have broken the speed record for climbing the Nose of El Capitan.
Pamela Varco Onsights Lucille Offwidth
Tue, 01 Jul 2008 09:23:00 -0500
7/01/08 - Pamela Pack Varco has onsighted Lucille (5.12+) at Vedauwoo, Wyoming, making the first female ascent and likely fifth or sixth overall ascent of the legendary offwidth and squeeze chimney.
Hirayama-Florine Nearly Regain Nose Record
Mon, 30 Jun 2008 11:47:00 -0500
6/30/08 - Last fall, when Alexander and Thomas Huber broke the record for speed-climbing the Nose of El Capitan, Hans Florine vowed to retake the record that he had set in 2002 with Yuji Hirayama.
German Team Explores Remote Baffin Walls
Tue, 24 Jun 2008 14:21:00 -0500
6/24/08 - A five-man German expedition led by well-known climbers Stefan Glowacz and Robert Jasper has completed an arduous expedition along the coast of northeastern Baffin Island, including the first ascent of a 2,300-foot big-wall route.
AAC Sends Bradford Washburn's Camera to Space
Fri, 20 Jun 2008 09:21:00 -0500
6/20/08 - John Grunsfeld, a life-long member of the AAC and lead astronaut on the Hubble Telescope mission will blast off this fall, 2008.
Arbor Quest Unlimited - Non-profit organization in Michigan offers climbing activities for people of all abilities and all ages. Includes details of specialized equipment, photos, upcoming events and links.
Dancing With Trees - Offers guided tree climbing experiences for adults and children based in the north Georgia mountains. Includes pictures, information, quotations, and links.
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ISA Tree Climbing Competitions - Printable registration form. Rules. Results.
Lofty Aspirations - Article from Smithsonian Magazine on the increasing popularity of recreational tree climbing.
Pacific Tree Climbing Institute - Registered outfitter/guide service offers customized trips and instructional programs designed to meet the diverse needs of most people regardless of age, experience or physical ability. Includes details of expeditions and education programs, news and FAQs. Located in Eugene, Oregon, United States.
Meta Description: [ Go Tree Climbing! PTCI is a registered Oregon outfitter/guide service making the forest canopy accessible for the sake of education, personal growth and adventure. ]
Tree Climbers International - Articles on tree care, equipment use, cat rescue, and other tree climbing issues. Discussion forum. Photos.
Tree Climbing - Michigan - Offers a discussion forum plus photos.
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Tree Climbing Colorado - Provides general information, pictures, FAQs, a calendar of events and a membership form. Located in Arvada, Colorado, United States.
Tree Climbing Japan - News and articles. Examples of gear used. Discussion forum. Photos.
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Tree Climbing World - News. Trip reports and photos. Links.
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