Saying that a recent tree-climbing school was hands-on is a bit of an understatement. As an arboreal activity that requires a whole-body commitment, the course held Aug. 12-15 by Penn State Extension ...

Illinois Arborist Association is holding the 2026 Illinois Tree Climbing Championship at Greene Valley Forest Preserve in ...

KINGSTON — Leo and Max Ordoñez, both 6, come roaring into the wooded park and soon they’re scrambling up towering Douglas firs with youthful exuberance. The twins are joined by Leon Schwarcz, also 6, ...

Scientists learn how to ascend and study the world’s tallest trees. Tree Climbing School at Dorena offers a demanding 4-day training to teach ecologists and scientists the skills they need to ascend ...

Professional arborists pressed pause on their work days Friday to determine the top tree climber of them all.  Forty-seven tree caretakers from across the state and beyond convened at Payson’s ...