On Saturday, May 30, 2015 on NAU Campus at The Quad in front of Old Main, tree climbers from all over Arizona will be showcasing their incredible skill and agility as they maneuver through trees at the annual Arizona Tree Climbing Championship sponsored by the Arizona Community Tree Council.  Climbers will perform in five different events from 8:00 am – 5:00pm.

Each event is designed to test the competitors’ ability to quickly, professionally, and safely climb through a tree as they perform the tasks required by each event. 

Tree climbing competitions are designed to simulate the kind of real-time working conditions that arborists and tree workers experience every day in their challenging line of work.  Utilizing the highest level of professional skills and safety, these events give working arborists the opportunity to use their skills in a competitive environment.

The overall winner will be designated the 2015 Arizona Tree Climbing Champion and prizes will also be awarded to the top finishers in each event.

The Arizona Tree Climbing Championship is open to climbers from Arizona as well as out-of-state competitors.  Climbing gear must meet approved standards and will be inspected the day before the competition on Friday, May 29.

The whole family is welcome to come and spend an enjoyable day together at NAU campus in the shade of the amazing tree in front of Old Main.  Bring a picnic and put down a blanket on the lawn where you can watch the day’s activities.  Parking is in the High Country Conference Center parking structure.  Outside food vendors are not allowed on campus so please plan to bring your lunch, snacks and non-alcoholic beverages.

For more information visit the event page online at http://www.aztrees.org/Tree-Climbing-Championship

The Arizona Community Tree Council is a nonprofit, community organization that promotes the planting and caring of trees, the communication and the exchange of information about trees and the essential role they play in the well being of all Arizona communities.  The Council is composed of representatives from individual Arizona counties, tribal communities, government agencies, professional organizations and other individuals who have a statewide interest in the Council's mission.