Tree Climbing

Depending on tree species, branch growth and circumference, other climbing techniques are required. Basically, however, the following applies:

• Tree climbing requires practice and a good physical condition.
• Climb only healthy trees! Never climb trees alone - make sure that someone can come to your aid quickly in case of an emergency!
• This method is best suited for trees that are not too thick and don't have many branches.
• The larger the circumference of the trunk, the more difficult the process is.
• You will need at least 3 slings (the length of the slings depends on the diameter of the tree), 2 for your safety and 1-2 foot slings.  The slings must be long enough so that you can easily move them while climbing.
• Between the climbing harness and the sling you need a fall arrester.
• To climb around larger branches, you need a second sling with carabiners to secure yourself. Even when climbing around branches there must always be a secure connection between the climbing harness and the tree.
• Lifting slings are more suitable than slings from the mountaineering sector. Besides the larger contact surface, they are also more robust.
• When climbing a tree think about the descent - it requires time and strength too.