Open Climbs

Open Enrollment Climbs (Open Climbs) allow you the opportunity to climb into tall and mature trees using rope and saddle, under the watchful eye of a tree climbing adventure guide.

Climb new trees outside of your community! Experience the thrill of climbing into a hammock up in the branches!

No experience is necessary & all equipment and instruction is provided.

We keep it simple for you...we handle the safety inspections and provide all the gear so you can experience recreational tree climbing safely.

Register directly with Treetop Explorer through our online store. On-site registration is available if climber capacity has not been reached.

2021 Open Climb Schedule

April 22 - Thu - 4:30pm - Woodfield Park
May 16 - Sun - 3:30pm - Mukwonago Park*
June 17 - Thu - 12:00pm - Fox Brook Park* - FULL
July 22 - Thu - 9:00am - Cutler Park - FULL
July 24 - Sat - 9:00am - Fox Brook Park* - Soon to be opened
July 24 - Sat - 2:00pm - Fox Brook Park* - FULL
August 4 - Wed - 9:30am - Woodfield Park - Soon to be opened
August 4 - Wed - 12:00pm - Woodfield Park - FULL
August 23 - Mon - 10:00am - Fox Brook Park* - FULL
September 5 - Sun - 11:00am - Mukwonago Park* - FULL
October 14 - Thu - 4:30pm - Cutler Park
November 14 - Sun - 11:00am - Woodfield Park
December 4 - Sat - 10:00am - Woodfield Park

Park Locations:
- Cutler & Woodfield Park - City of Waukesha parks
- Fox Brook Park (Brookfield) & Mukwonago Park (Mukwonago) - Waukesha County parks (vehicle entrance fee NOT included & payable at park entrance)

Time: 2-hr climbs
Ages: 7 yrs to adult
Capacity: 7 participants
Price: $45.00* per person, plus tax

Hammock will be available at Open Climbs (weather permitting).

Locations subject to change.
All climb locations are in Waukesha County.
*Waukesha County Parks (vehicle entrance fee NOT included & payable at park entrance)

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No experience necessary.
We provide all equipment & instruction.

Enrollment is open to climbers
7yrs of age to adult.

All you need to do is register, then show up with a sense of adventure!

What to expect during your climb...

Common questions about recreational tree climbing...

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We do not cover the intricacies involved in technical tree climbing during Open Climbs. Participants are only shown how to ascend & descend under the care of a professionally trained and experienced tree climbing facilitator. If you are interested in learning how to climb on your own, visit our Learn-to-Climb page.

Learn to Climb on Your Own!

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EQUIPMENT AND CLOTHING:
Treetop Explorer, LLC provides all of the equipment and gear necessary to enjoy recreational tree climbing safely. All equipment is inspected prior to each event, and double checked with each climber.

Participants will want to be dressed in long pants and sturdy shoes. Gloves and safety glasses are available for all climbers, but participants can bring their own.

FEES:
Cost per climber is $45.00 plus tax. Class size is limited to provide climbers the opportunity for multiple climbs.

RESTRICTIONS:
- Minimum age is 7 yrs old. No upper age limit. We've had climbers in their 70's & we're still looking for someone over 80 to join us!
- Individuals suspected to be under the influence of alcohol or drugs are not permitted to climb.

Treetop Explorer procedures comply with the facilitated tree climbing guidelines put forth by the Global Organization of Tree Climbers. Our lead facilitators are recognized by the GOTC.