The Abstract Friction Hitch is a specialized rope technique used by arborists and tree climbers to manage friction and ...

With the age of the Great Smoky Mountains forest, many trees have hit their average lifespan. The park's tree crew prunes or ...

There’s a new way to see Silver Falls State Park — from the top of an almost 300-foot tree. Tree Climbing at Silver Falls, a new business at Oregon’s largest state park, is offering guided trips that ...

Tree climbing is an indispensable component of forestry work, serving as a vital means to access the canopy. In the Northwest, pine cone collection is one of the primary reasons for tree climbing.

The Soft Sticht Friction Hitch is a rope technique designed for arborists and tree climbers that can function effectively without a rope wrench. This method offers smooth rope control and reliable ...

Saying that a recent tree-climbing school was hands-on is a bit of an understatement. As an arboreal activity that requires a whole-body commitment, the course held Aug. 12-15 by Penn State Extension ...

Vertical Voyages takes students upward to sleep in the trees at John Burroughs School. This story first appeared in the Outdoors newsletter. Click here to learn more and sign up. Sometimes, Jon ...

SEQUOIA NATIONAL PARK, Calif. – Tahoe local Anthony Ambrose has climbed hundreds of giant sequoias in his day, but none like this one. The General Sherman tree in Sequoia National Park stands 275 feet ...