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The Pacific Northwest Chapter of the International Society of Arboriculture is pleased to host the Southern Oregon Tree Climbing Competition (SOTCC) scheduled for April 6 - 7, 2024 at the Palmerton Arboretum located at 300 W Evans Creek Road in Rogue River, Oregon. This event will take place Saturday April 6th starting at 8 am to 6 pm PT (Climber check In 7:30 am PT) with Gear Check on Friday April 5, 2024 from 2 pm and ending promptly at 6 pm PT. The Masters Challenge will take place on Sunday April 7th starting at 9am PT.
Climbers participate in five events: aerial rescue, belayed speed climb, ascent event/secured footlock, throw line, and work climb. Regional Tree Climbing Competitions are open to PNW Members and Non-Members alike. Anyone can compete in the Regional TCC event and win prizes. The top four qualifiers (who have been PNW region residents for 6 months prior to Championship event) are guaranteed a spot to compete in the Chapter Tree Climbing Championship this fall in Penticton, Canada.