The enzyme friction hitch is a specialized knot used by arborists and tree climbers to create a secure, adjustable grip on a ...

The Bermie friction hitch is a dependable knot for arborists and tree climbers, providing a secure, adjustable grip on a rope ...

Unlike most of us, arborists and competitive tree climbers still benefit from scrambling up sturdy and dignified old trees. These professionals know the classic childhood activity isn’t just ...

From left, Eric Massie, Ryan Rastok, Erin Massie and Chris Johnson suspend themselves in a Scotch pine tree in northwest Lawrence on Thursday, Feb. 14, 2019. The four arborists enjoy spending some of ...

This Guideline describes the competence criteria for the various professional Ropes Riggers - the one you need will depend largely on the environment in which the rigging is required. Someone able to ...

Most of us enjoyed climbing trees when we were young, but few of us continue doing so later in life. For some though, like arborists, scaling branches is part of their everyday lives. Professional ...

Able to scale a 15-metre tree in fewer than 20 seconds, Alana Murray might be the closest a human could come to Spiderman. "Some people just have the knack for being able to move around a tree. It's ...

Close to three dozen competitors from the Prairie region are expected to converge in Regina's Wascana Park this weekend to climb their way to the international climbing championship. The Prairie ...

Although Mel Hamilton is completely at ease when she works high in the branches of a tree, she said her mother was anxious while watching her compete in the Illinois Arborist Association Annual Tree ...