When was the last time you climbed a tree? Personally, I can’t remember, but I’m guessing it was at least a decade ago. I’d actually completely forgotten about tree climbing as an activity (these days ...

Unlike most of us, arborists and competitive tree climbers still benefit from scrambling up sturdy and dignified old trees. These professionals know the classic childhood activity isn’t just ...

T.J. Davenport pulls his way to the top of a 100-foot oak during a recreational tree climbing course at Camp Wyman in Eureka, Mo., last month. Such climbs offer good full-body workouts, advocates say.

What's Your Workout: Tree Climbing Ann Koenig is an urban forester for the Missouri Department of Conservation. In her downtime, she's up in the trees -- as a competitive tree climber.

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