TREE CLIMBING NORTHWEST

We believe everyone should have the opportunity to see through the eyes of the trees. In the Facilitator Course you will learn how to safely and proficiently share the tree climbing experience with others.

Our Facilitator Program consists of two parts, a training course followed by an internship period.

The Facilitator training course runs three and a half days. We will teach you how to prepare your climbing site and your trees. You will learn how to give a gear talk and orientation when working with first-time climbers. The physiological boundaries that your climbers may face will be covered in detail. You will learn a special climbing system that gives access to tree climbing to some people with disabilities, and to those who are older or overweight. Rescue techniques will be covered and practiced every day of class. You will learn about the three different types of rescue situations and how to deal with each one. The rescue portion of the class is physically demanding. You will help facilitate a climb, and you will lead at least one climbing event on your own.

You must be proficient and comfortable with Doubled Rope Technique climbing before attempting to bring others into the tree. To earn Tree Climbers International (TCI) Facilitator certification, you will be required to pass a rescue test, a written and a climbing exam, and follow-up course requirements.

Click here to view a complete list of Facilitator Course Objectives and Course Outline.

Following the training course is the internship period where students will return to their communities to conduct guided climbs and submit reports of their experience to the instructor.  When the student has demonstrated sufficient experience and proficiency, the instructor will grant TCI Facilitator certification.

If you are with an organization such as a school, camp, or scouting group, we highly recommend that at least two from your organization participate in the program. Specialized Facilitator training for camps or groups of climbers with special needs is available upon request. Please call for details. Prerequisite: BTCC and other requirements.

Cost $750.00 (3½ days)

2008 FACILITATOR COURSE Schedule

These are the proposed dates for Facilitator courses in 2008. Class schedules are subject to change until they are booked. You may apply for the class session you prefer, or call us to ask for the dates of your choice.

(Click CALENDAR to see the full schedule of Tree Climbing Northwest classes and events.)

May 15-18

August 21-24

October 23-26

Registration

To book the Facilitator Course, please contact Barbara Rodriguez at 1-541-476-9492. She and Instructor Tim Kovar will work with you to confirm your eligibility and set up dates for your course. Once that is done, you will be asked to fill out the following four registration forms and return them to us with a deposit to hold your place in the class.

You don't need to print these forms or fill them out by hand. Instead, just click on these interactive documents, fill them out from your keyboard, and email them to Barbara Rodriguez at connect@newtribe.com. Barbara will send you an email reply with further information.

You will need Adobe Acrobat Reader software to open these documents. Get the free download here:

Course Registration Form

Facilitator Program Participation Agreement Form

Release & Assumption of Risk Agreement Form

Student Information Form

What happens next:

Barbara will send you a welcome letter by email, confirming the location and dates of your course, what time it will begin, and what to bring.

About your climbing gear:

Tree Climbing Northwest provides all tree climbing equipment you will need during your course. If you bring your own equipment, you  may use it during your course only with prior approval of your instructor/guide.

What you provide:

You must provide your own transportation, food and lodging during your course. Click HERE for local maps, transportation and lodging information.

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Please call us at 1-541-476-9492 or toll free 1-866-223-3371
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