THS TRAINING PROGRAMS
Tree Climbing & Tree Care
Few outdoor activities are as energizing and accessible as climbing trees. Every climb and every tree presents a new challenge both physically and mentally. This unique aspect makes climbing trees one of the most fulfilling and gratifying pastimes, especially when you have the opportunity to adapt apply these skills to your job.
Expanding your skill-set to include tree climbing or tree care will make you more marketable, increase your earning potential, and will lead to a more rewarding career.
Expanding your skill-set to include tree climbing or tree care will make you more marketable, increase your earning potential, and will lead to a more rewarding career.
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THS Classes & Workshops
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This 2-day course covers the basic skills necessary to climb a tree utilizing rope and saddle. Training introduces the skills necessary to assess tree structure, enter a tree, maneuver around the canopy, and return to the ground. Students are trained on the basic professional MRS climbing system and instructed on proper use and care of the equipment. All equipment is provided during the course, which allows climbers to delay purchasing their own gear so they can make more informed decisions. Beginning Tree Climbing provides the foundation for all people looking to climb mature trees!
Low student to trainer ratio allows for personal attention and the ability of each student to advance at their personal pace. Those who excel in the basics will be exposed to aspects of advanced MRS equipment and techniques on day 2. - Tree & hazard assessment, throwball and basic entry, basic climbing and hitches/knots - MRS/DdRT (ascent, maneuvering, advancement, descent) - Equipment function and care - Ethics, safety standards, safe operating practices |
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Tree Climbing Advanced Techniques:These 1-day workshops (Advanced MRS or Intro to SRS) will introduce you to advanced climbing equipment and techniques. Use the hands-on and in-tree experience provided during the workshops to improve your climbing efficiency, reduce fatigue, and extend your range of access around the tree. An assortment of equipment is introduced and available for your use, allowing you to make more informed decision regarding personal preferences.
Beginning climbers with a modest number of climbs under their belt are ready to expand their skill-set with advanced MRS climbing techniques, equipment, and systems. Proficient MRS climbers may be ready to see what SRS/SRT is all about. The low student to trainer ratio in either workshop allows for personal attention and in-tree experience with an assortment of devices, systems, and techniques. 2 Workshops Available: ADVANCED MRS: SYSTEMS & TECHNIQUES (MRS/DdRT/"DRT") INTRO TO SRS: STATIONARY ROPE SYSTEMS (SRS/SRT) |
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Pruning & Tree Surgery: (1 day)Learn the art and science of pruning for health, structure and hazard reduction. Students are introduced to the proper pruning cut, pruning methods, pruning objectives, and growth response. Basic surgery techniques are also introduced: cabling, bracing, guying.
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