Best Tree Climbers Podcasts (2024)

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Vectors: One System for Putting Less Stress on the Tree and Climber 10:42

13d ago10:42

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BY ANTHONY TRESSELT, CTSP As with any technical undertaking, there are various ways to mitigate or dissipate force in our rigging systems. Rember to subscribe to TCI Magazine by visiting tcimag.tcia.org.By TCI Magazine

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Every Body Outdoors in Gloucestershire 24:21

2h ago24:21

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Clare is in the Cotswolds this week with a fantastic group called Every Body Outdoors. They begin their walk in the village of King’s Stanley, Gloucestershire and complete a five mile circuit taking in a stretch of Stroudwater Canal, before heading up to the top of Selsley Common. Co-founded by Steph Wetherell, Every Body Outdoors is a walking grou…

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Proper Equipment Storage and Challenge Course Managers 17:05

2h ago17:05

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In this episode, Phil discusses the importance of proper equipment storage at challenge courses. He highlights common issues such as equipment being stored in damp areas, lack of organization, and staff using equipment for personal use. Phil provides steps to improve equipment storage, including organizing gear for easy inspection, discarding and r…

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Donegal with rock climber and mountain guide Iain Miller 24:17

7d ago24:17

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In the second of two walks in the Republic of Ireland, Clare meets rock climber, mountain instructor and walking guide, Iain Miller, to explore a stretch of the wild, rugged and spectacular Atlantic coastline of County Donegal. They meet at what Iain describes as the most remote place in Ireland, An Port, and the route they take from there affords …

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To preserve the Andes, he’s planted millions of trees 18:32

2d ago18:32

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Biologist Constantino Aucca Chutas has spent two decades coordinating a continent-wide tree planting effort in South America. He joins Alex Honnold to explain how he’s preserving this magnificent landscape using one very special tree.By Rolex and The Washington Post Creative Group

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Building Relationships and Adapting to Individual Needs | Stephen Ham 29:59

4d ago29:59

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The conversation explores the importance of relationships and adapting to individual needs as a facilitator. The speaker shares their experience working with diverse populations and emphasizes the role of relationships in connecting with participants and creating meaningful outcomes. They discuss the challenge of teaching the importance of relation…

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TCI EXPO Makes Its Mark: Past Attendees and Exhibitors Share Their Stories 8:58

9d ago8:58

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BY TRACEY MILLER For many attendees, TCI EXPO is not just an event; it’s a pilgrimage for tree care professionals, a place to meet new friends and reunite with old ones. The industry is growing and changing rapidly, and many companies bring their whole teams each year. Rember to subscribe to TCI Magazine by visiting tcimag.tcia.org.…

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Donegal with Nikki Bradley - Adaptive Adventurer and Amputee 24:20

9d ago24:20

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In the first of two episodes recorded in the Republic of Ireland, Clare travels to Moyle Hill in County Donegal to meet adventurer and motivational speaker, Nikki Bradley. Diagnosed with a rare bone cancer at just 16 years of age, Nikki (now in her 30s) has defied expectations by living a very active life. She was the first person on crutches to cl…

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Fall Protection and Rescue Plans for Nontraditional Job Sites – Case Studies 9:58

11d ago9:58

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BY RUDY RUTEMILLER, TIMOTHY M. WALSH, CTSP, and JEREMY LEWIS In November 2023, at TCI EXPO in St. Louis, Missouri, we three authors presented two case studies where The Davey Tree Expert Company and Petzl worked congruently to find safe and compliant work-positioning solutions for crews on unique and nontraditional work sites. Rember to subscribe t…

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Can I Use My Own Personal Equipment? 12:18

11d ago12:18

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Phil discusses whether staff should be allowed to use their own personal equipment while facilitating on a challenge course. The main points covered include the comfort factor, the availability of gear loops, and instilling confidence in participants. Phil argues against the policy of using personal equipment and provides reasons such as the limite…

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Heartwood and Heart Rot, Part II: Heart Rot – Is It Serious? 9:47

16d ago9:47

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BY CHRISTOPHER J. LULEY, PH.D., AND KEVIN T. SMITH, PH.D. Part 1 of this two-part series, “Heartwood and Heart Rot, Part 1: Are They Important to Arborists?” ran in the May 2023 issue of TCI Magazine. Rember to subscribe to TCI Magazine by visiting tcimag.tcia.org.By TCI Magazine

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SO YOU BOUGHT A GRAPPLE SAW, NOW WHAT TO DO WITH ALL THAT WOOD 17:05

13d ago17:05

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BY TAMSIN VENN “Getting the tree down is no longer the problem, managing the wood waste is. ‘Now what do I do with all this volume?’ Rember to subscribe to TCI Magazine by visiting tcimag.tcia.org.By TCI Magazine

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Where Is the Weak Link? 9:29

13d ago9:29

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BY JEFF INMAN JR., CTSP Do you think about weights when rigging, or just tie stuff on and proceed to cutting? Are you someone who spends time factoring in angles, vectors and the system that needs to be built for the task ahead, or are you just throwing a rope up there and hoping for the best? Rember to subscribe to TCI Magazine by visiting tcimag.…

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Kristoffer Rasmussen: “CTSP Is My Most Valuable Credential” 4:03

13d ago4:03

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BY ARABELLA ARDEN “CTSP, it’s who I am,” states Kristoffer Rasmussen, TCIA Accreditation auditor and the owner of arboriststrong.com, a tree care safety consulting company based in Azle, Texas. Rember to subscribe to TCI Magazine by visiting tcimag.tcia.org.By TCI Magazine

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Blowy Bamburgh Beach with David Almond 24:20

16d ago24:20

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David Almond marks 25 years of his extraordinary book, Skellig, with a walk from Seahouses to Bamburgh in Northumberland. As he tells Clare, it's a landscape that has long inspired his imagination and writing. Skellig tells the tale of Michael, a young boy who befriends a magical creature - part owl, part angel – that needs Michael’s help to surviv…

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Strategies for Enjoying Facilitating Team Building Activities 18:38

18d ago18:38

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Phil explores the challenges and solutions related to team building and team development activities. It delves into personal experiences, frustrations, and strategies for enjoying and improving the facilitation of such activities. The discussion covers the importance of finding enjoyable activities, program design, relaxation, and managing external…

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Painting Bluebells in Shropshire 24:12

23d ago24:12

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Clare walks to a glorious display of bluebells to capture them in watercolour in the company of artist Shelly Perkins. On a beautiful day in mid-May they set off into Mortimer Forest near Ludlow to find several acres of bluebells that stretch across high meadlowland. Shelly is an artist and while Clare is not known for her painting prowess, they ta…

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Honoring Empowerment: Participant Choice and Control 14:28

25d ago14:28

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In this episode, Phil discusses the concept of power in the context of challenge courses and ropes courses. He identifies six areas where facilitators may unintentionally take power away from participants and provides solutions to empower them. The areas include harnesses, knots, belaying, the challenge itself, support, and lowering. Phil emphasize…

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Using tradition to make clothing sustainably 21:08

1M ago21:08

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Fashion touches every person on Earth. Denica Riadini-Flesch, an Indonesian entrepreneur, tells Alex Honnold how she’s reimagining it as a force for good.By Rolex and The Washington Post Creative Group

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The History of Outdoor Education | Hutch Hutchinson 42:23

1M ago42:23

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Hutch Hutchinson, a senior lecturer at the Questrom School of Business, shares his journey in experiential education and the historical context of outdoor education. He discusses the impact of industrial education, the role of associations like AEE, and the future of experiential education in a changing world. Takeaways; Experiential education has …

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A Glimpse at Biochar Options from “The Biochar Handbook” 10:30

1M ago10:30

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BY KELPIE WILSON The following is an excerpt from Kelpie Wilson’s new book, “The Biochar Handbook” (Chelsea Green Publishing June 2024), and is printed with permission from the publisher. Rember to subscribe to TCI Magazine by visiting tcimag.tcia.org.By TCI Magazine

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The Business of Biochar 12:24

1M ago12:24

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BY TAMSIN VENN In February 2024, The Davey Tree Expert Company fired up its new biochar facility in East Dundee, Illinois. The facility recycles wood waste from its many client properties in the Chicago area and turns it into an environmentally friendly soil additive, biochar. Rember to subscribe to TCI Magazine by visiting tcimag.tcia.org.…

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ANSI A300, Clause 5, Expands Use of Mechanical Pruning 9:21

1M ago9:21

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BY GEOFF KEMPTER Revisions to ANSI A300 standards often reflect emerging research or attempts to balance tree health with economics and safety. Rember to subscribe to TCI Magazine by visiting tcimag.tcia.org.By TCI Magazine

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Establishing Legitimacy in the Outdoor Industry | Andrew Jillings 58:06

1M ago58:06

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In this conversation, Phil Brown and Andrew Jillings discuss their shared passion for adventure and experiential education. They delve into their personal experiences, the evolution of risk management, and the advice for emerging professionals in the field. The conversation also touches on the balance between experience and certifications in the in…

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An Introduction to Supplemental Tree-Support Systems, Part 1: The Need for Supplemental Support 7:34

1M ago7:34

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BY ANDY JONES, CTSP, AND NICK GREENWOOD, CTSP At TCI EXPO ’23 in St. Louis, Missouri, we hosted a training on the show floor called “Cabling Made Easy.” With the assist of our training partner, Thomas Paine, CTSP, we demonstrated our preferred method of cable installation and attempted to explain the merits of this method. Rember to subscribe to TC…

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Mad For Mulches: Single-Species Mulches Can Provide Many Benefits 13:03

1M ago13:03

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BY GLYNN C. PERCIVAL, PH.D. The benefits of a woodchip mulch layer over the root system of a tree are now widely recognized. These include conservation of soil moisture to reduce the detrimental effects of drought and weed suppression, and, as the mulch layer is degraded, the nutrients released provide a valuable organic fertilizer. Rember to subsc…

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Grapple-Saw Safety 11:39

1M ago11:39

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BY HANS J. TIELMANN III, CTSP As a New Jersey Licensed Tree Expert, TCIA Certified Treecare Safety Professional (CTSP) and TCIA Qualified Trainer, I have witnessed the profound impact that technological advancements have had on the tree care industry. Rember to subscribe to TCI Magazine by visiting tcimag.tcia.org.…

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Selecting One Implement for a Compact Loader or Skid Steer 12:00

1M ago12:00

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BY RICK HOWLAND It’s become a given. Compact loaders and mini skid steers are a godsend for the tree care industry. They come in several configurations – ride in or on, stand on, perhaps articulated, wheeled or tracked. Rember to subscribe to TCI Magazine by visiting tcimag.tcia.org.By TCI Magazine

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Part 8, Chapter 6: Safety Standards 13:20

1M ago13:20

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BY JOHN BALL, PH.D., BCMA, CTSP Arborists work within an array of regulations, standards and policies. The foundation for these is the federal Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) Act of 1970. Rember to subscribe to TCI Magazine by visiting tcimag.tcia.org.By TCI Magazine

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In a Diverse Workforce, Building Confidence Is Key 4:44

1M ago4:44

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By TAMSIN VENN As health & safety manager, Josue Palacios oversees the safety training of a largely Hispanic workforce at Rancho Tree Service, a six-year TCIA member company headquartered in Bakersfield, California. Rember to subscribe to TCI Magazine by visiting tcimag.tcia.org.By TCI Magazine

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Season 4 Trailer 1:15

1M ago1:15

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Join host Alex Honnold for Season 4 of “Planet Visionaries.” Meet the explorers, scientists and adventurers who are tackling Earth’s biggest climate challenges in this podcast.By Rolex and The Washington Post Creative Group

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Thoughts on Facilitation Props 35:57

2M ago35:57

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This conversation explores the pitfalls of over-reliance on props and tools in facilitation, emphasizing the importance of prioritizing conversation and relationship-building. It delves into the need for time and depth in facilitation, the skills and goals of facilitation, and the challenges of the adventure education field. The conversation also a…

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Connection before Content | Chad Littlefield 49:30

2M ago49:30

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In this episode, Phil Brown interviews Chad Littlefield, the Chief Experience Officer of We and Me Inc. They start with a fun segment of random questions before diving into Chad's journey in experiential adventure education. Chad shares his first experience in experiential education and how it influenced his career path. He also discusses the impor…

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The Global Organization of Tree Climbers | Harv Teitelbaum 29:25

2M ago29:25

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Harv discusses his journey into tree climbing and the emotional and physical benefits it provides. He explains the accessibility of tree climbing and the equipment used. The conversation also touches on the overlap between tree climbing and challenge courses, emphasizing the importance of connecting with nature and the environment. Harv shares info…

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Can You Be Rescued? 12:55

2M ago12:55

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BY KARSTEN FOERSTER In the various recreational climbing disciplines, you will often hear risk or hazards categorized in two ways: “subjective” and “objective.” Acknowledging and categorizing these different hazards can help us choose the most effective path for mitigation or remedy. Rember to subscribe to TCI Magazine by visiting tcimag.tcia.org.…

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Visual Art and Adventure | Adam Ames 44:04

2M ago44:04

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Adam Ames, a visual artist, shares his experience attending a workshop at High 5 and how it transformed his approach to art and teaching. He discusses the initial skepticism he had, the moments of reflection and realization, and the impact of experiential education on his life. The conversation also touches on the creation of a sculpture that repre…

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The Well-Prepared Climber 10:34

2M ago10:34

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BY JEFF JEPSON The following is an excerpt from the newly revised “The Tree Climber’s Companion,” by Jeff Jepson. This excerpt, mostly new content from Part 1 of the revision, was adapted for TCI Magazine by Jeff Jepson. Rember to subscribe to TCI Magazine by visiting tcimag.tcia.org.By TCI Magazine

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Demand Growing for Insulated Compact Lifts 15:57

2M ago15:57

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BY RICK HOWLAND While there may be a slew of reasons for it, one thing seems certain: demand for insulated compact lifts in tree care is growing. In this article, we look at what is driving the increase in demand for insulated models, some of the equipment that is available and its features and benefits. Rember to subscribe to TCI Magazine by visit…

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Well What to Do When Things Go Wrong in Tree Climbing 10:27

2M ago10:27

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BY MIKE TILFORD, CTSP, AND RYAN TORCICOLLO, CTSP We all like to talk about, or at least think about, how we are the picture of perfection when it comes to tree work. However, once we really make a mess of the simplest task – maybe involving a throw line at a 25-foot union – we quickly abandon our delusions of grandeur. Rember to subscribe to TCI Ma…

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The One Thing to Rule Them All 12:27

2M ago12:27

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BY JEFF INMAN JR., CTSP Back in November 2023, at TCI EXPO in St. Louis, Missouri, I gave a presentation titled “The One Thing to Rule Them All.” The premise of the presentation was based upon finding one thing we can focus on in our day-to-day work to help with our longevity in the industry, to make sound decisions on the job site and to prevent a…

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Climbing Efficiency 13:21

3M ago13:21

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BY LAWRENCE SCHULTZ When it comes to teaching climbing in the tree care industry, we need to focus more on strategy and efficiency. Rember to subscribe to TCI Magazine by visiting tcimag.tcia.org.By TCI Magazine

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Part 7, Chapter 5: Emergency Response and Aerial Rescue 25:00

3M ago25:00

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BY JOHN BALL, PH.D., BCMA, CTSP Contact with electrical current is the third-leading source of fatal incidents among arborists. About three-quarters of these incidents are aloft, either to a climber or aerial device operator. Rember to subscribe to TCI Magazine by visiting tcimag.tcia.org.By TCI Magazine

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Justifying Two Climbers on Takedowns 18:20

3M ago18:20

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BY JIM KASPER Justin Donahue, owner of Donahue Arborists in Honolulu, Hawaii, seasoned International Tree Climbing Championship (ITCC) competitor and a veteran tree worker with more than 30 years in the industry, talks from a place of experience. Rember to subscribe to TCI Magazine by visiting tcimag.tcia.org.…

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The Importance of SEL for Educators | Tre Gammage 24:03

2M ago24:03

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Tre Gamage shares his journey into social-emotional learning (SEL) and the importance of SEL in education. He discusses the need for SEL programs for both students and adults, bridging the gap between generations, and the impact of every decision in life. He emphasizes that now is the time for SEL to shine, especially in the current climate of COVI…

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High 5 Executive Director and Founding Director | Jen Ottinger and Jim Grout 25:38

3M ago25:38

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In this conversation, Phil Brown interviews Jim Grout and Jen Ottinger about their roles at High 5 Adventure Learning Center and the past, present, and future of the organization. Jen shares how she was drawn to High 5 and the adventure education field, while Jim reflects on the early days of High 5 and the growth of the organization. They discuss …

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Kingfishers on the River Frome with Nadeem Perera 24:24

3M ago24:24

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Nadeem Perera is not your conventional image of a birdwatcher. In fact growing up in inner city London he was not raised as or encouraged to be a 'nature boy'. But dropping out of school as a troubled teen he had a revelation. One day he was sitting in woodland and saw a green spotted woodpecker in front of him and his passion for birds was born. N…

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Walking at Night on the South Downs near Seaford 24:20

3M ago24:20

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When author Annabel Abbs suffered a series of bereavements she found herself unable to sleep. Eventually she began getting up and walking around her garden and neighbouring fields around 3am. But when she heard about Caroline Whiteman who runs guided walks at night without head torches, she just had to go along on one. Caroline began the walks as a…

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Poles, Zip Line Brakes and Facilitation Techniques | High 5 Trivia 25:14

3M ago25:14

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High 5 Trivia is a quiz show about the challenge course industry. The host, Jamie Thibodeau, asks questions from different categories such as gear, facilitation, construction, history, and general knowledge. The participants compete to answer the questions correctly and earn points. The show covers topics like wooden utility poles, passive zip line…

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The Dunning-Kruger Effect and Educating Clients 14:25

3M ago14:25

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BY JOHN BALL, PH.D., BCMA, CTSP Everyone providing pruning or removal quotes has come across this situation. You pull up to the next appointment at a house in a well-wooded neighborhood. Rember to subscribe to TCI Magazine by visiting tcimag.tcia.org.By TCI Magazine

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Improving Safety Culture in the Tree Care Industry 13:37

3M ago13:37

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BY ANDREA SIMONIN The tree care industry faces many challenges regarding safety. From working at heights to working around power lines, and from using heavy machinery and chain saws to driving, tree care workers are involved daily in many high-risk activities. Rember to subscribe to TCI Magazine by visiting tcimag.tcia.org.…

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