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Recreational Climbing ATP
This program is
designed to teach participants skills in equipment selection and use,
safety in ascent and descent techniques, safety in positioning and
safety in the tree. Emphasis is placed on safety and the value of
trees, their protection and the exciting sport of recreational tree
climbing. This program is often desired by outdoor camps in order to
enhance their recreational activities and provide an opportunity for
experiencing a controlled level of risk.
Companies and Groups
should invite ATP to provide this course for their team building event.
With proper time to plan for the activity ATP can supply saddles,
ropes, helmets and the basic accessories to include over twelve
individuals with in the experience at the same time. Group climbing and
uniting in the trees can provide a very unique experience for people
who are usually in the office or city center and do not have enough
chances to be outside and enjoy the natural environment.
This course is also desired for those who are environmentally sensitive and want to enhance their union with nature as a team.
ATP Provides Recreational Training to many Groups;
- Commercial Companies
- Recreational Camp Directors & Personnel
- Government Bodies
- Educational Institutes and Groups
- Parks Staff and Technicians
- Safety Managers and Trainers
- Firefighters, emergency response & Rescue Teams
- Red Cross & EHAP Teams
- Church Groups and Clergy
- Children’s Groups & Youth Groups
- Special Needs Individuals
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Asia Tree Perservation Ltd. (ATP) is incorporated in Hong Kong and also has an office in China. ATP services the Asian region. This includes Hong Kong, China, Malaysia, Singapore, Taiwan, Thailand, Indonesia, Korea, Japan, India, Vietnam, The Philippines as well as other countries located in Southeast, South, and East Asia.Copyright 2007 by Asia Tree Preservation Terms Of Use Privacy Statement
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ATP: Hong Kong
Asia Tree Preservation, Ltd.
C. 5th Floor, Windsor Mansion
29-31 Chatham Road
T.S.T. Kowloon, Hong Kong
Office: (852) 8124-1229
Mobile: (852) 9124-8291
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Basic Requirements
Basic requirements for attendance: - at least 18 years of age.
- no physical or health condition that may create unreasonable risk for climber or others.
- a minimum set of tools.
- approved safety helmet (personal, one user)
- Proper climbing clothing (proper fitting long trousers & long or short sleeved shirt)
- Approved tree climbing boots (leather construction that supports the ankle)
- Proper fitting gloves that permit strong grip
- Approved, tree climbing rope – 40 meters long
- Tree climbing lanyard (2-N-1 recommended; two sides with three double-locking carabiners or snaps)
- 3 Double-lock carabiners and/or double-locking snaps
- throwline (1.75 – 2 mm diameter X 60 meters long)
Note: ATP can allow two to share saddle and rope or will consider providing some basic equipment upon request at registration.
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RTC: Recreation Climbing 
