This class provides an introduction to tree climbing and features the opportunity to have supervised climbing instruction in trees. It is ideal for tree companies looking to advance promising grounds staff, or for gardeners and landscapers who want to add new skills. Effective methods for climbing trees will be demonstrated by instructors and practiced by students. Safety rules will be reviewed and stressed. Students will learn how to tie critical knots regularly used by arborists. If you have them, bring an arborist’s rope and saddle, a hard hat, gloves, and safety glasses to the class. If not, there is equipment you may use. Wear boots, long pants, and dress for the weather. This class will meet at the Bloomfield Farm Horticulture Center before heading outdoors. This class has been approved for 6 CEUs with the ISA, LA CES, and the NJ Board of Tree Experts. Instructor: Peter Fixler, Chief Arborist, Morris Arboretum & Gardens. 

Fee: $165. To register online, visit www.morrisarb.org/classes. To register by phone, have your credit card ready and call us at (215) 247-5777 ext. 125.