International Tree Climbing Champions Ken Palmer and Rip Tompkins
present this six-lesson, in-depth training series on climbing techniques. Supplemented with a study guide containing CEU tests and
answer sheets, completion of each of the six lessons with a score of
80% or greater on each ISA-graded test will earn a total of
six CEUs, or one CEU per lesson. Additional workbooks may also be purchased separately. (©1997, each lesson approx. 20 min.)
Member Price: $99.95
Climbing Techniques lessons include:
• Introduction to Belay: Equipment and Techniques Demonstrates and discusses use of the Muenter hitch,
deaf figure-8, rescue-8, micropulley, and GriGri for belaying the ascent and descent of a climber. (1.0 CEU)
• Introduction to Climbing Techniques and Equipment Exhibits use of the seat, leg strap, and flowing D-style
tree climbing saddles. Demonstrates the micropulley, split-tail system, and redirect. (1.0 CEU)
• Introduction to Secured Footlock: Equipment and Techniques Demonstrates ascent and descent on a
climbing line using the secured footlock and Prusik loop techniques and the figure-8 knot. Discusses
advantages and limitations of these techniques. (1.0 CEU)
• Climbing Knots and Hitches Includes instruction on several types of knots and hitches including the
Prusik, tautline, Blake’s, and more. Explains best situations for using various knot and hitch styles. (1.0 CEU)
• Introduction to Ropes: Care, Construction, and Limitations Explains the construction and specific uses of
different kinds of rope as well as recommended care and maintenance. (1.0 CEU)
• Introduction to Throwline: Equipment and Techniques Demonstrates throwing techniques and related
equipment, and discusses practical uses of the throwline. (1.0 CEU)
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