Illinois Tree Climbing Championship


Join us for 2 days of competitive tree climbing and fun at the IAA Tree Climbing Championship. The 2025 IAA Tree Climbing Championship will be held on May 31st & June 1st.

Tree climbing competitions are designed to simulate the working conditions of production arborists who work in the field. Utilizing the highest level of professional skills and safety, the events provide a competitive learning environment for those working in the industry.

~ Aerial Rescue  ~ Ascent Event  ~ Belayed Speed Climb Event  ~ Work Climb Event  ~ Throwline Event


  • • Silky’s Zubat Professional 330mm Hand Saw
  • • Buckingham MFG/ArborMaster® Outfitters Throttle
  • • Marlow Ropes 150 Ft Spliced Maverick 11.5 mm, 1 Rope bag, 1 Hat & 1 Buff
  • • DGP (Dynamic Green Products) 1 case of Pro 100 Series Bar & Chain Oil
  • • Greenworks Commercial Logo’ed Travel Coffee Mug
  • • OREGON® Professional Maintenance Kit & OREGON® Logo’ed Backpack
  • • ArborMaster® – 50% savings for a 2-Day, 3-Day or 5-Day Hands-On Training Modules


Lunch


Date:
May 31st & June 1st, 2025

May 31st: 7:00am with gear check
Competition start 8:00am
June 1st: 8:00am

Location: 
 Herrick Lake in DuPage County Forest Preserve – Butterfield Rd, Wheaton, IL 60189

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Illinois Arborist Association