“Tree Climber’s Companion” 3rd Edition Book By Jeff Jepson

Product Specs

• Title: Tree Climber’s Companion
• Edition: Newly revised 3rd edition with expanded content
• Size: 5 1/2″ x 8 1/2″
• Pages: 192 pages
• New Additions:
  • The Well Prepared Climber
  • Descending the Tree
  • Working in the Tree
• Expanded Sections:
  • Entering the Tree – focused on moving rope systems, stationary rope systems, and climbing with spikes
  • Knots for Climbing and Rigging section
• Illustrations: Many new illustrations included in this edition
• Usage: Reference and Training manual for climbing arborists
• Covered Topics:
  • Climbing preparation
  • Tools of the trade
  • Pre-climbing inspections
  • Installing climbing lines in the tree
  • Climbing Systems
  • Ascending techniques
  • Work positioning techniques
  • Descending from a tree
  • Rigging and tree removal techniques
  • Selecting and tying the best knots
  • And much more

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Product Features

• Comprehensive guide for tree climbers and anyone looking for a good resource for climbing trees safely and efficiently.
• Updated 3rd edition with 192 pages including new content and illustrations
• Includes sections on preparing, climbing, descending, and rigging
• Expanded coverage on entering the tree, climbing systems, and knots
• Trusted manual used by arborists, researchers, firefighters, and more
• Teaches safe and efficient tree climbing techniques
• Suitable for beginners and experienced climbers alike

Product Shipping Weight

• .62 pounds

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What are the new additions in the newly revised edition of the Tree Climber’s Companion?
The new additions in the revised edition include “The Well Prepared Climber”, “Descending the Tree”, and “Working in the Tree”.

2. How has the “Entering the Tree” section been expanded in the Tree Climber’s Companion?
The “Entering the Tree” section has been expanded, especially on moving rope systems, stationary rope systems, and climbing with spikes.

3. Does the 3rd Edition cover knots?
The “Knots for Climbing and Rigging” section has been much expanded in the revised edition.

4. Who can benefit from using the Tree Climber’s Companion besides arborists?
Besides arborists, canopy researchers, wildlife biologists, treehouse builders, firefighters, window washers, roofers, Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts, and many others can benefit from using the Tree Climber’s Companion.