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 hobby, 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.
Get your credentials as a recognized GOTC Tree Climbing Facilitator!

2021 Learn-to-Climb Schedule:
Beginning Tree Climbing (2-day workshop):
- March 6-7 (Sat/Sun) (2 student capacity)
- April 12-13 (Mon/Tue)*
- Apr 24-25 (Sat/Sun)
- May 8-9 (Sat/Sun)
- June 19-20 (Sat/Sun)
- August 7-8 (Sat/Sun)
- September 27-28 (Mon/Tue)*
- October 23-24 (Sat/Sun)
Advanced Climbing Techniques (1-day workshop):
- May 15 (Sat)
- October 29 (Fri)
Tree Climbing Facilitation (3-day training):
- April 14-16 (Wed-Fri)*
- September 29-October 1 (Wed-Fri)*
Climbing & Facilitation Combined Course (5-days)
- April 12-16 (Mon-Fri)
- September 27-October 1 (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 most 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.
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Private lessons scheduled year-round: contact me 
Start Your Own RTC Program!
Recreational tree climbing is an affordable and practical activity for camps, nature centers and educational organizations to offer on their own.  Treetop Explorer, LLC will work with you to develop a personalized program that conforms with your operational procedures and meets industry standards.