Master Tree Climbing Class for Sth. Aust.

playfordtree

Tree Climbing Course South Australia

Check this out,

Attached Images

Master Tree climbing Class 2-1.JPG (126.5 KB, 110 views)

__________________
I Drink
Therefore I am.

Ekka

A 2 day climbing workshop with good climbers like that for that sort of money is a steal.

It asks that you have some climbing experience and your own gear, failing that you can buy some.

What you will learn hands on will be worth every cent.

These dont happen all that often, and you might think that the workplace is where you'll learn however you'll not have pressure here, everyone is different meaning not only will you get benefit from instructors but I assure you other participants will have a few perks themselves.

Frankly, if you are within driving distance snap the opportunity up. Aerial rescue training alone will set you back around the same money.

I'd also say that if you have any groundies with basic skills, be a good boss and send them along, they might rescue some-one some day.

Not to often you get some hands on real world stuff like this, go for it, and the fee is tax deductible anyway.

__________________

Free Tree and Green Industry Link Directory

Qualified Brisbane Tree Lopping

Brisbane Tree Care, Consultations and Arborist Reports

Forum Sponsors

arbdog

Yeah well worth it just to learn the up to date techniqes! How much is that in u.k ?'s anyway?

Ekka

About ?100 if entering for $220 Aussie

__________________

Free Tree and Green Industry Link Directory

Qualified Brisbane Tree Lopping

Brisbane Tree Care, Consultations and Arborist Reports

Forum Sponsors

Quintrex

Why is the discount rate not offerred to members of TCAA?

__________________
Heightmaster

polly

This is a steal! The price for what you get is almost unheard of.

These guys have so much experience and what you would learn on the day would pay for itself tenfold.

Not to mention all food and drink provided inclusive.

It's also worth a mention the the Waite Arboteum is the perfect spot for it, with 2300 trees , it's a beautiful setting, amazing trees, so also a relaxing couple of days.... a Friday and Saturday.

Come to think of it considering airfares are so cheap it's is really worth to fly over, if anyone is concerned about accomadation sent me a private message and I'll help you find a good deal.( we also have great pubs in Adelaide)


cheers

Polly

polly

just as a matter of interest.....


Tutors experience and qualifications.

Richard Kenyon.

? Level IV arb. Melb. Uni.
? 2006 UK/Ireland Tree Climbing Champion.
? 3 time UK/Ireland finalist
? 7 time National Climbing comp finalist.
? 14 years industry experience.
? 2004 Victorian Tree Climbing Champion.
? 3 years Contract climbing Europe and UK.

Grant Cody.

? Dip. Horticulture. (Arb) Melb Uni.
? 2005 Australian Tree Climbing Champion.
? 2005 Victorian Tree Climbing Champion.
? 4 time National comp finalist.
? 5 Time State finalist.
? Australian representative 2006 Internation Tree Climbing Comp.
? 6 years contract climbing, Australia, Europe, UK.

polly

The discount would be offered to TCAA if they were members of TREENET.

arbdog

Bargain even without the discount. Trust me to be in the u.k! If we wanted to attend a refresher or advanced climbing course we would be looking at ? 300 and thats just training not for assesment. Basic tree climbing and ariel rescue is ?400.

RC1

Is this the first event of its kind by Treenet?

If its a success, perhaps they could take the show on the road. Lets hope people make the effort because it looks like great value for money.

Nothing like hands-on tuition to learn the short-cuts

polly

They would like to make it a regular thing if it is a success. I am hoping they will allow non climbers to come along as spectators, we would also learn alot.

Treenet also does some really interesting other things, like street tree trials, and it's grown rosemary from anzac cove( some solider brought back a little plant from gallipolli and their growing lots of it.) Their avenues of honour is also a big thing and such a nice idea.


Polly

RC1

Sounds like a very pro-active setup Polly. I sure hope the folks in Adelaide not only appreciate but take advantage of such a great opportunity to not only learn without pressure, but also to network and enjoy the company of like-minded individuals....At least, thats how similar events usually work out over here.

Tell Richard and Grant to bring the show over to the UK when they've finished with you lot

polly

Give me your number I'll tell them.

How are similar things in the U.K advertised? And what kind of numbers do you get?


I think it's great they are trying to organise for groundies to come as well, it's so important for groundies to understand all this stuff as well.


Polly

RC1

Unfortunately, to the best of my knowledge, things are generally more formal i.e. training - assessment - certificate, so its a more pressured environment and generally quite expensive.

However, there are a group of guys called The European TreeClimbers Forum who put on similar such workshops at the shows each year. I believe they are funded by various sponsors and are fast gaining recognition for their excellent work.

I jumped on this thread because I believe its a just cause which deserves encouragement and support. As a freelance climber, I get to work with crews who are really falling behind on the evolution of treework. Sure they get the job done but is often the case that they are truly working much harder than need be. The fact that they can manage without is really not the point. Work smart not hard.....only a fool would disagree

Latest techniques and gadgetry are not always the answer of course, but the how and more importantly when to apply can truly be invaluable in the now very competitive market that is commercial Treework. So hands on expert tuition = great opportunity in my experience.

Also, Polly, I couldn't agree more with you on your last point.

I look forward to reading the reviews on this event, some photos would also be a great addition.

In a sporting sense of course, you wont hear this very often from a pommie, but just this once..... 'Go the Aussies' lets see you set the standard!

polly

Hooray RC1 your onto it!!

I have written to TREENET to tell them the great things you write.

that is very encouraging and you are on the money, gosh just to have an ordinary good climber for two days to teach you everything they know( if you are begining) is an bloody good deal let alone two of such high caliber and lunch is supplied.

I'm going and i'm not a climber or a groundie( not fast enough and I wear heels) but it is invaluable for me also.

I will post pics I promise.

If there are any of you tree world guys thinking of flying over for it do let me know i can try and organise transport, accomodation that is cheap etc.
It could be a weekend of intense learning to improve your own standards; plus relaxing in a beautiful environment and a mini holiday for not much money at all.The Adelaide arbortetum really rocks.You could spend days in there alone just looking at the trees.

we just want you all to come along

Ekka

Hey Playford,

You going?

I'm sure they sell helmets there so you'll be right.

__________________

Free Tree and Green Industry Link Directory

Qualified Brisbane Tree Lopping

Brisbane Tree Care, Consultations and Arborist Reports

Forum Sponsors