TREE CLIMBING NORTHWEST
If you want to share tree climbing with family and friends but hesitate because of the “what-ifs,” this workshop is for you. We developed the DRT Rescue Workshop in response to requests from several students who want to be prepared to rescue their loved ones should the need arise. Prior to this workshop, we offered rescue training only as part of our Facilitator Program. We realize that not everyone wants to become a professional facilitator, but rescue training is of value to all.
Prerequisite
Basic Tree Climbing Course or TCNW Basic Tree Week
Participants must provide their own personal DRT tree climbing gear (subject to instructor approval)
Minimum number of participants for the workshop to go forward is 3, maximum enrollment is 6. Minimum age for participation is 18 years.
Course Description
The focus of this workshop will be single pitch DRT rescue. Four types of rescue will be presented:
--Non-Critical Ground Rescue
--Non-Critical Aerial Rescue
--Critical Ground Rescue
--Critical Aerial Rescue
This workshop is designed for technical DRT tree climbing. You will learn how to use special tools designed specifically for rescue. We will cover how to improvise with what you have on your saddle at any moment. We will examine multiple rescue scenarios, from a stubborn climber not wanting to come down to an unconscious climber stuck high aloft. We will address problem solving and challenge your creative thinking. As with all TCNW classes, you will get plenty of time on rope to practice every scenario.
As a bonus, we will demonstrate multi-pitch DRT and SRT rescues. Training in these will be included in a future Advanced Rescue Workshop that will be open to graduates of this DRT Rescue Workshop.
Click here to view the DRT Rescue Workshop Outline.
A certificate will be awarded to each student who successfully completes the workshop.
3 days. Tuition $450 
2010 DRT Rescue Workshop Schedule
These are the proposed dates for DRT Rescue Workshop in 2010. Class schedules are subject to change until they are booked. You may apply for the class session you prefer, or call us to ask for the dates of your choice.
(Click CALENDAR to see the full schedule of Tree Climbing Northwest classes and events.)
Registration
To book the Rescue Workshop, please open and read the orientation letter link below. Then complete the following three registration forms and return them to us with a deposit to hold your place in the class.
Just click on these interactive documents, fill them out from your computer, and follow the directions to submit the forms to Barbara Rodriguez by email at connect@newtribe.com or by mail to New Tribe, PO Box 638, Grants Pass, OR 97528. Barbara will send you an email reply with further information.
You will need Adobe Acrobat Reader software to open these documents. Get the free download here:
Release Agreement with optional Photo Release
What happens next:
Barbara will send you a welcome letter confirming the location and dates of your course, what time it will begin, and what to bring.
About your climbing gear:
Please bring your own appropriate and approved DRT tree climbing gear. If you have questions about the suitability of your gear, please ask us about it in advance.
What you provide:
In addition to your climbing gear, you provide your own transportation, food and lodging during your course. For local maps, transportation and lodging information, click on your course location: PORTLAND or CAVE JUNCTION.
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Have a question?
Please call us at 1-541-476-9492 or toll free 1-866-223-3371
or email connect@newtribe.com