Newbie climber

[squizzleb]

Hi all, apologies if this is in the wrong section, im new to the forum!

 

I currently work as a landscape gardener at a zoo and have just this week passed my nptc climbing assessment, which i took to get more involved in tree work and climbing. As my job isnt purely tree or climbing based im a bit worried about leaving it too long if there are other projects on, i know practicing and getting experience is invaluable, and plus i really enjoyed it!

Is there any where/way to climb safely out side of work to get more experience, like recreational climbing groups etc?

 

Sorry if this sounds like a ridiculous question, i just thought i'd ask!

 

Thanks in advance :-)

 

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[Steve Bullman]

Theres not really any groups as such, keep an eye open though as there are occassionaly rec climbing meet ups at random times

[htb]

Where abouts do you live

[will.morris]

Welcome

 

Heaps of information on this site mate (you can use the search bar) and it's full of very knowledgeable and helpful people.

 

You can learn a lot in this industry from the comfort of you own home. Spend time on the sofa getting yourself familiar with knots and arbtalk/YouTube to get a feel for it.

 

In terms of getting out doing it, do you have access to trees in your garden (I.e with somebody in the house) or could you persuade a friend/family member to perhaps sit in a park/woodland whilst you climb for an hour or 2? I wouldn't have said this for a complete beginner but as you have your ticket I'm guessing that you are at a safe enough level.

[bluebedouin]

Is there any where/way to climb safely out side of work to get more experience, like recreational climbing groups etc?

....

Sadly this seems to be a problem nationwide.If you want to climb rocks as a hobby,you're welcomed with open arms all over the UK.If you want to climb trees for pleasure,you're looked on as mad or childish.

"You're climbing trees at your age?!!!!"

Okay,I appreciate that trees are "owned" by someone & can be damaged by climbers but so can rocks.How many tree climbers drill into the tree & attach anchor points?Rocks may not be living but can still be damaged & they are still owned by someone,albeit the Crown.

I grew up in the Cotswolds & we were forever up in trees.

Unfortunately the cash for claim culture has robbed many an individual of their childhood.

[treequip]

Okay,I appreciate that trees are "owned" by someone & can be damaged by climbers but so can rocks.How many tree climbers drill into the tree & attach anchor points?

 

How many rock climbers drill to attach anchors?????

[Taupotreeman]

How about talking to a couple of the local climbers and seeing if they'd be interested in a get together, bit of a BBQ, maybe a few beers after? Just a few hours rec climbing and make a few contacts.

 

 

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[squizzleb]

Where abouts do you live

Im in the Colchester area and no trees in my back garden unfortunately :-(

 

There are some nice woodland areas nearby, i just wasnt sure about the legal side. As long as im not destroying the tree i cant see it being a problem? As long as i wasnt trespassing!

 

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[bluebedouin]

How many rock climbers drill to attach anchors?????

Quite a few.

[stihlmadasever]

Just go reccy climbes in some smaller trees till you become more confident and then move on to bigger stuff.Just take it low and slow at first,always check and double check all your gear.I d recommend throwing ahead method so you can see your anchor points up close to inspect them before tying in to them.

Have fun,walk out on limbs challenge yourself to go a little higher or farther out of your comfort zone each time.

Stay safe and always let someone know where you are and when you plan to return.