A new and exciting part of the Arbor Day celebration at Joyner Park on Saturday, April 21, will be guided recreational tree climbs.
Patrick Brandt with Piedmont Tree Climbing will hold six tree-climbing sessions with six climbers each using the gear used by professional arborists. Designed for interested attendees of all ages and abilities, the tree-climbing sessions will be offered in 45-minute segments at the following times:
- 11-11:45 a.m.
- 11:45 a.m-12:30 p.m.
- 12:30-1:15 p.m.
- 1:15-2 p.m.
- 2-2:45 p.m.
- 2:45-3:30
Sign up for a time slot to climb a tree on a first-come, first-served basis or by contacting Julie Canavin in advance at jcanavin@wakeforestnc.gov or 919-435-9588. Signs and maps will direct participants to the designated tree climbing location in Joyner Park. Registered participants are urged to arrive at the tree climbing location at least 15 minutes before their scheduled climb. The climb is free, but participants will be required to sign a waiver.
For more information, visit www.piedmonttreeclimbing.org/p/tree-climbing-videos.html or contact Urban Forestry Coordinator Jennifer Rall at 919-435-9565 or jrall@wakeforestnc.gov.
