Simple Outdoor Adventures for Boys {Day 11}: Climb a Tree
Go Climb a Tree…
Supplies:
- Shoes (sandals were not a wise choice)
- A Good Climbing Tree
- Pants
Climbing trees is a right of passage for boys. However, there is some technique to the sport. You first want to find a sturdy tree that will support your child’s weight. Find a tree with branches that are close together, strong, and begin close enough to the ground to reach.
Helpful Tips/Resources:
- The Giving Tree
- “’1 in 3 Children Have Never Climbed a Tree” {Let’s change this statistic!}
- 50 Dangerous Things (You Should Let Your Children Do)
* Hooking your arms and using your legs for power is a great technique.
* A tree branch should be thicker than your arm to hold your weight.
* Remember whatever goes up must come down!