Climber Resources
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I am creating video tutorials at this time & adding as I find time in the office. Let me know if there is something you'd like me to work on & provide as soon as I can; video or resource content. - Curt
Video Demonstrations
Three ways to attach rope to throwline when installing your climbing line (2:13) 
Modifying the Blake's/Footloop system to reduce fatigue & frustration and expedite your ascent (3:46)
Ways to use lanyard to stabilize for work-positioning or prevent uncontrolled swing during limbwalk (3:38)
CLIMBING ORGANIZATIONS
Global Organization of Tree Climbers (GOTC)
Supporting tree climbers and promoting tree climbing for recreation, education, and research. Facilitator and instructor credentials.

International Society of Arboriculture (ISA)
Fostering professional arboriculture worldwide. Certified Arborist credentials.

Tree Care Industry Association (TCIA)
Supporting businesses with safety and training programs. Climbing & arborist training modules and certifications & credentials.
Online Resources

TreeBenefits.com - Calculate the economic and ecological benefits of a tree

TREE IDENTIFICATION
- Audubon Field Guide to North American Tree: Eastern Region
- Fruit & Twig Key to Tres & Shrubs - William M. Harlow
- PictureThis App- annual fee, accuracy: 97% to genus, 84% to species
- iNaturalist App- free, accuracy: 92% to genus, 70% to species

CHAMPION TREE REGISTRIES
​ - American Forests (USA)
 - Illinois
 - Indiana
 - Michigan
 - Minnesota
 - Missouri
​ - Ohio
 - Wisconsin
Equipment used/introduced in class
HELMETS & SADDLES
ROPE & CORDAGE
CARABINERS
ACCESSORIES