Information Pertaining to Covid-19
AT THIS TIME: No climb events are being offered through June 14th.
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We understand the need for physical activity and experiences in nature, especially in times of stress. Even if you are not able to join us for a climb, we hope you can make time to get a daily dose of the outdoors.
Given the nature of the experience we offer and many unknowns regarding health risks, we respect and appreciate that each person's tolerance for risk varies. We are utilizing the information in WEDC guidelines and the WI-DHS Badger Bounce Back plan to help guide us. If you have any questions or concerns, please email me directly. We will continue to monitor the guidelines and recommendations presented by public health professionals (e.g. CDC) and equipment manufacturers regarding distancing & sanitization. We remain dedicated to minimizing safety and health risks for climbers, spectators and staff during our recreational tree climbing activities. Those of you who have climbed with us in the past may notice slight changes in the way a climb event looks. Fortunately, the climbing experience itself will still provide the fun and energizing affects that are inherent with adventure activities like recreational tree climbing! When the time comes, we look forward to reconnecting with you, Curt |
Some of the steps we are taking to reduce risk:
GROUP SIZE:
- Climb capacities will be adjusted according to health guidelines and internal operation capability.
- All Rec & Treetop climb capacities have been capped at 8 participants (some climbs/locations might be lower).
PHYSYICAL DISTANCING:
- Flagged climbing area will be extended to keep spectators adequately distanced from the climber group.
- Participants will be spaced apart, having designated spots to stand at during instruction at beginning of climb event and between climbs.
- Climbing ropes will be spaced approximately 6 feet apart.
FACE MASKS:
- Given the nature of technical tree climbing safety checks and procedures, recommended physical distances cannot be maintained between the facilitator and the climber during suit-up, or at the beginning and end of each climb/ascent. Therefore:
= ALL Climbers/Participants & Staff will wear nose/mouth covering when 6' distance cannot be achieved.
= Nose/mouth covering will be provided for climbers who do not bring one.
SANITIZATION:
- Hand sanitizer will be available for use within the climbing area for the duration of the event.
- Climbing gloves will be provided (or climbers can bring their own).
- Climber PPE (helmets, saddles) are sanitized between uses per WI Dept. of Health Services guidelines for outdoor recreation.
- Climbing gloves and cloth nose/mouth coverings are sanitized and cleaned after each user.
- Climbing ropes, saddles and helmets are rotated out-of-use following each climb event to allow for sanitization per WI Dept. of Health Services guidelines for outdoor recreation.
- Climb capacities will be adjusted according to health guidelines and internal operation capability.
- All Rec & Treetop climb capacities have been capped at 8 participants (some climbs/locations might be lower).
PHYSYICAL DISTANCING:
- Flagged climbing area will be extended to keep spectators adequately distanced from the climber group.
- Participants will be spaced apart, having designated spots to stand at during instruction at beginning of climb event and between climbs.
- Climbing ropes will be spaced approximately 6 feet apart.
FACE MASKS:
- Given the nature of technical tree climbing safety checks and procedures, recommended physical distances cannot be maintained between the facilitator and the climber during suit-up, or at the beginning and end of each climb/ascent. Therefore:
= ALL Climbers/Participants & Staff will wear nose/mouth covering when 6' distance cannot be achieved.
= Nose/mouth covering will be provided for climbers who do not bring one.
SANITIZATION:
- Hand sanitizer will be available for use within the climbing area for the duration of the event.
- Climbing gloves will be provided (or climbers can bring their own).
- Climber PPE (helmets, saddles) are sanitized between uses per WI Dept. of Health Services guidelines for outdoor recreation.
- Climbing gloves and cloth nose/mouth coverings are sanitized and cleaned after each user.
- Climbing ropes, saddles and helmets are rotated out-of-use following each climb event to allow for sanitization per WI Dept. of Health Services guidelines for outdoor recreation.
Cancellations/Rescheduling:
FOR ALL CLIMB EVENTS we will update our calendar accordingly to indicate if an event has been cancelled or if a location has been moved. Given the situation remains fluid and ever-changing, additional changes and cancellations may be made at any point.
Details regarding all climb events are emailed to the address you provide at registration. This pre-climb email will contain the details regarding your climb, including recommendations and expectations for participants.
Details regarding all climb events are emailed to the address you provide at registration. This pre-climb email will contain the details regarding your climb, including recommendations and expectations for participants.
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REC CLIMBS: Registration will continue to be handled directly through the host municipal Rec Department. They will communicate with registrants regarding climb cancellations, rescheduling, refunds..
PRIVATE CLIMBS: There is no fee or penalty for postponement or rescheduling of your private climb. If you would like to schedule a specific date for later in the year or next year, we can do so at this time. Otherwise we can put your climb on hold and reschedule at some point down the road. TREETOP CLIMB EVENTS: Includes OPEN, ADULT, GIRL SCOUT ADVENTURE, CLUB Climbs, and CLIMBER TRAININGS: There is no fee or penalty for postponement of your registration for any of our Treetop climb events. Registrants are able to switch their registration to a later date or alternate Treetop climb event. |
Information Regarding Covid-19:
What You Should Know About Covid-19 To Protect Yourself And Others (CDC.gov factsheet)
Information About Cloth Face Coverings (CDC.gov factsheet)
Information About Cloth Face Coverings (CDC.gov factsheet)
