# Recreational Tree Climbing Rediscovering Our Playful Nature By Brandan Babineaux | Published 2008-11-29 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/recreational-tree-climbing References: [sherrilltree](http://www.sherrilltree.com) & [richardpreston.net](http://www.richardpreston.net/books/wt.html) Recreational tree climbing is gaining popularity among adults and children. Using a system of ropes and specialized gear, trees can be safely ascended with minimum instruction. Richard Preston’s ‘The Wild Trees’ gives the reader an in-depth look at the discoveries and unique perspective that this new sport is allowing people to uncover. Websites such as [Tree Climbers International](http://www.treeclimbing.com/) and Sherrill Tree can launch you into the canopy with instruction and the necessary gear to get started. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.4/10 - Popularity: 24% | Activity: 70% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Recreational Tree Climbing:** Opportunity to develop innovative climbing equipment and gear for adults and children. ### Who This Affects Most - **Outdoor Recreational Equipment:** Expanding market for specialized gear and equipment for recreational tree climbing. - **Adventure Tourism:** Creating unique experiences and guided tours for recreational tree climbing. - **Eco-tourism:** Promoting sustainable outdoor activities that encourage tree conservation and appreciation. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Contemporary Playroom Features](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/randle-wall-climbing-handle.md) - [Contemporary Conservationist Treehouses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sylvascope-treehouse.md) - [Elevated Leisure Habitats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/elevated-leisure-habitat.md) - [Nature-Inspired Indoor Playgrounds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sarit-shani-hay.md) - [Vaulted Structural Telescopic Treehouse](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/artistree-home.md) - [Climbing Rope-Crafted Furniture Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/entwined-objects.md) - [Generational-Lasting Dynamic Playgrounds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mike-hewson-2.md) - [Living Storage Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/treevive.md) - [Abstract Colorfully Vibrant Playscapes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wired-scape.md)