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In the Company of Trees

Sitting on the Olive Branch

4/22/2021

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Where do you go to unwind, slow down, find peace? A walk at the end of the day helps to quiet my mind. My wife and I take weekend hikes which help us unwind and enjoy a peaceful morning together.
 
Walking in parks lends itself to providing a calming effect after a busy day. Crossing paths with others is almost a given in these situations, and I enjoy the sense of camaraderie I feel as I nod to others who seem to be enjoying the same experience as me.
 
However, there are times where I wish to be further removed. I like to find places that are accessible but where I may be one of the only people around.

​These days it is often that I need to hike further distances to get away from the more heavily trafficked areas. I don’t necessarily need to find a completely secluded spot, but it is nice to find a place where I can be alone for at least a short period.

 
When I need further distance, I often find myself in the branches high above. Up there I usually only come across birds and squirrels.
 
I have yet to cross paths with anybody while I’ve been climbing a tree.
 
Energized yet at peace
 
The energizing effects take hold as I leave the ground behind on my way into the branches. Once I reach my destination, be it the top of the tree or one of the many branches to sit on, I can focus my attention inward.
 
The common city noises and chatter from others playing nearby may still be in earshot, but they are softened by the distance. 
 
Laying my head back on a branch and gazing into the canopy above, those distractions are gradually drowned out by the rustle of leaves in the breeze. This is when I notice that I have already begun to unwind and calm my mind.
 
Up here I can enjoy the life in the canopy and the peaceful feelings that overcome me. 

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Taking it all in
 
Sitting alone, looking down, you enjoy a view and perspective most people seldom have. 
 
It can feel like you’re floating above the daily grind and able to focus on the simple pleasures in your life. Back on the ground your worries and troubles wait for you. Up here though, those worries cannot reach you. You are free to enjoy your time alone.
 
You can take the time to explore your thoughts and emotions. With your heightened energy level that comes with the location, you are likely to reconnect with yourself in a way that may escape your reach during the demands of your day.
 
That’s how it is for me, which is part of what drives me to provide the opportunity for others to experience tree-time.
 
Climbing tall trees is fun and why we offer the recreational experience. 
 
It is also therapeutic, and why I climb on my own or share a branch with a friend.

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    As a G.O.T.C. Recognized Master Instructor & Facilitator, I.S.A. Board Certified Master Arborist, and T.C.I.A. Certified Treecare Safety Professional, Curt has spent over 30 years dedicated to the study and care of trees.

    ​Whether serving as a consultant, training, or providing hands-on experiences, his passion is fueled by helping others understand, appreciate, and connect with trees.

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