WTCW North Carolina 2026

WTCW is proud and excited to be returning to Camp Chestnut Ridge in Efland, NC for the 5th time!

EVENT DETAILS:
Camp Chestnut Ridge is a magical place tucked in the scenic region of Efland. This will be our 5th time being honored to climb trees and be on the Camp’s lovely campus.  

Since 2009, the Women's Tree Climbing Workshop® has created tree-climbing experiences for professionals, tree lovers, nature enthusiasts, artists, and authors alike.

This workshop will provide a rare and exciting opportunity to spend three days safely exploring and climbing in the rooted forest trees.  Chestnut Ridge has a connection to it’s community and you can feel the magic once on campus.

This welcoming and empowering weekend will renew your spirit as you discover the magic of trees. You will bond with other tree people and you will leave with new social and sylvan communities.

This workshop includes food, lodging, instruction, use of gear, networking and 19.75 ISA (professional arborist) CEU’s.  

Dates: November 20-22, 2026

Location: Camp Chestnut Ridge, Efland, NC 27243
Audience: For Women
Experience Level:  For Beginners (those who have never climbed before) to Experienced

Check in:
Check in is at Noon on Friday. Feel free to arrive earlier; enjoy some time walking, exploring, or reading under a tree. Allow yourself to come unplug for a bit - walk around the pond, go for a forest walk, or relax and read by the pond.

Travel:
Efland is accessible  to travel to by car, train, or air. Please research car share programs (Taxi, Uber, Lyft, etc.). or if you wish to coordinate rides with other participants, we will be sending out an email to assist with coordination with others.

Lodging:
Included in this event.  Lodging is in a camp bunkhouse with 4 beds to a room. Bring all of your own linens/towels.  A full bath is in each room.

Food:
All meals are included in your registration costs! Friday: dinner, Saturday: breakfast, lunch and dinner, Sunday: breakfast and lunch.  If you need special snacks, please bring them.  Delicious meals are crafted from ingredients from local farms.

Tree Climbing Gear:
If you have your own tree climbing gear and wish to use it at the event, please bring it with your gear inspection documentation. Your gear shall be inspected and signed off by a WTCW team member before using.

Topics:
This workshop will cover all aspects of tree climbing. The course will be adapted to all participant's experience and competence levels. If you’ve never been in a tree, or you’ve been climbing for 10 years come learn and play with the best.

Clothing:
The weather can change quickly; please come prepared for all weather! Please pack long pants, long sleeves, hiking (over the ankle) boots, rain and warm jackets, warm hat and gloves, and don't forget sunscreen and bug spray. Please come prepared; this entire course will be held shine or rain.  

Yoga:
Your yoga mat and blocks want to join in on the fun! If you don't have them, WTCW has some to share (first come, first serve).

Footprint Reduction:
Please bring your own cutlery, cloth napkin, water bottle, travel mug, and snack container. A large water cooler will be available in the field. Bringing your own plate and silverware helps reduce the environmental footprint of our group events.

Course Check Out:
The workshop ends at 5:30pm on Sunday. Please honor this scheduled time; sponsors share amazing prizes and you don't want to miss.

WTCW Event Cancellation Policy

• 6 weeks before event: Full refund
• After 6 weeks: No refunds
• If Waitlist: Refund less $100 admin fee
• If medical emergency, communicate with us.  We may be able to provide a course credit.