Illinois Tree Climbing Championship
June 6th, 2026 - June 7th 2026
2026 Champions & Top Finishers
Men's Division
🥇 1st Place: Ryan Sams
🥈 2nd Place: Josh Arington
🥉 3rd Place: Daniel Sancen
Women's Division
🥇 1st Place: Libby Bower
🥈 2nd Place: Dana Brelowski
🥉 3rd Place: Liz Carroll
Special Awards
🏆 Jeremy Dunivan Spirit of the Competition Award: Lisa Mende
🏆 Norm Hall Outstanding Volunteer Award: Zac King
🏆 ComEd Corporate Cup: The Davey Tree Expert Company
Congratulations to all of this year's competitors, volunteers, and award recipients. The Illinois Tree Climbing Championship celebrates excellence in professional tree care, outstanding sportsmanship, volunteerism, and a commitment to advancing the arboriculture profession. We thank everyone who participated, volunteered, sponsored, and attended the event for helping make the 2026 Championship a success.
Join us for 2 days of competitive tree climbing and fun at the IAA Tree Climbing Championship. The 2026 IAA Tree Climbing Championship will be held June 6th, 2026 - June 7th 2026.
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 ~ Masters' Challenge
Thank You Sponsors!
