Climbing 

Workshop

August 29, 2024

7:30 AM – 5:00 PM  
Farview Park / Minneapolis, MN​​
621 N 29th Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55411

Workshop Details

Improve the safety and efficiency of aerial work in trees through discussion, demonstrations, and hands-on experience at the MSA Climbing Workshop. Topics include gear inspection, gear showcase, anchor point selection, in-canopy work positioning, throwline, and more!
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This workshop is designed for tree care industry professionals. Beginner to advanced levels are welcome, but it is encouraged that participants have some familiarity with fundamental rope and saddle tree climbing or have worked on a crew with a climbing arborist. Be ready to learn from some of the most skilled tree climbers in Minnesota.

Required PPE: hard hat, safety glasses, proper work pants, and work boots

Participants need to bring their own gear (saddle, ropes, anchor points, climbing devices, and hardware). All climbing gear must meet the ANSI Z133 safety standards.​​

Space will be limited to 50 participants​.
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Schedule At-A-Glance (Subject to Change)

​7:30 am       Doors open / Checkin
8:00 am       Welcome / Introductions / Gear Check
9:00 am       Stations
11:00 am    Lunch
12:00 pm    Stations
5:00 pm       End​​

Registration 

​​$155 – Non-MSA member  
$125 – Discounted MSA Member ​​​

Registration includes light breakfast and lunch. ISA CEUs available.

​Cancellation Policy

Cancellation notices submitted to MSA on or before August 22, 2024, will receive a refund less a $10 processing fee. No refunds will be issued for cancellations after August 22. ​
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Questions​

msa@msa-live.org