Learn to Climb

Climbing trees is one of the most unique, exciting, and fulfilling skills you can learn.  Whether you are looking for an adventurous pastime, searching for a more intimate experience in nature, or wishing to work outdoors, tree climbing can fulfill these desires.

​Climbing trees opens up a whole new frontier for your adventurous spirit to explore.  Most trees have never been climbed or explored by a human being.  You may be the first and possibly only person to experience a particular tree.

Climber training workshops are offered year-round. Join us for one of our scheduled workshops or contact us to schedule a personal or in-house training session.  
Learn to climb trees on your own using MRS/DdRT system and techniques, chosen for their consistency and dependability when aloft.
Expand your climbing skills by learning advanced MRS/DdRT and SRS/SRT climbing techniques.
Learn how to take others into a tree under your guidance. Course includes facilitation & rescue techniques.

2022 Learn-to-Climb Schedule:

Beginning Tree Climbing (2-day workshops):
   - March 5-6 (Sat/Sun)
   - March 21-22 (Mon/Tue)
   - April 30-May 1 (Sat/Sun)
   - May 13-14 (Fri/Sat)
   - June 4-5 (Sat/Sun)
   - September 3-4 (Sat/Sun)
   - October 8-9 (Sat/Sun)
   - October 22-23 (Sat/Sun)
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Advanced Climbing Techniques (1-day workshops):
   MRS - "Beyond the Blake's"
   - April 23 (Sat)
   - October 14 (Fri)

   SRS - Stationary Rope Systems & Techniques
   - October 29 (Fri)
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Tree Climbing Facilitation (3-day training):
   - March 23-25 (Wed-Fri)
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*Climbing & Facilitation Combined Course (5-days)
   - March 21-25 (Mon-Fri)
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Additional Info:

- Class sizes limited to 3 students.
- Classes held in Waukesha, WI.
- We provide all equipment necessary to participate and complete the course work.
- Students are introduced to a variety of equipment which you can experiment with to help determine what equipment you may be interested in when it comes time to purchase your own gear. 
​- Students wishing to utilize their own equipment may do so if it passes our quality and safety inspections.
- Classes are appropriate for adults, ages 18+. Contact us if you are interested in training for younger climbers.
Private training scheduled year-round
Start Your Own Program!
Recreational tree climbing is an affordable and practical activity for camps, nature centers and educational organizations. Treetop Explorer, LLC will train your staff & work with you to develop a program that conforms with your operational procedures and organization's objectives.