"Training for canopy research tree climbing" Researchers wishing to do "hands on" research in the forest canopy need to receive adequate training in techniques and safety protocols before going aloft. The Institute for Tropical Ecology and Conservation (ITEC) offers such courses.
While there are many venues for learning to climb, ITEC offers this training in a field/research environment that goes beyond the training offered elsewhere. Most climbing courses do not take place in the same environment where tropical research will take place and students who have not been familiarized with climbing under tropical forest conditions will be at a disadvantage when the time comes to go aloft. Our course runs from mid-June through early July, but for those with scheduling issues, the course can be arranged for other dates. This course is also offered during ITEC's winter session. The course will take place in the rainforest environment and students will learn to climb while experiencing conditions relative to what they will actually encounter while performing research. To learn more go the [email protected] website or contact Joe Maher [email protected] It's the chance to learn a new way to study the forest while engaging in real adventure." ** Thanks!---Joe Maher---
