Climbing 

Workshop

Thursday, September 26, 2024 | 8:00 am – 5:00 pm

Farview Park / Minneapolis
621 N 29th Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55411 

This workshop has been rescheduled to September 26, 2024. 

MSA and the instructor team have been closely monitoring the weather for Thursday’s Climbing Workshop. Based on the forecast as it currently stands, and to ensure the safety and a worthwhile experience for all, the decision has been made to postpone the event.

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!

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​.

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 September 19, 2024, will receive a refund less a $10 processing fee. No refunds will be issued for cancellations after September 19. ​

Questions​

msa@msa-live.org​

Thank you to our Sponsors!
The Climbing Workshop is sponsored by the Minnesota Shade Tree Short Course and supported by the UFOR Lab.