I would like to give a hearty CONGRATS! to John Gathright, Tree Climbing Japan and the Growing Village staff for sharing their love of the trees and forest with the world.
A special round of "woofs" (treebark) out to Toshiko Hikosaka, the famous tree climber in Japan who I beieve is the spirit of what RTC is all about! She was the last person to offically end the climbing at the Growing Village.
Helmets off to everyone involved, I know that I will never forget the warm heartful experience of working at the expo. Thanks to all who made this possible!
I can't wait to see what comes next from our friends in Japan.
You can check out the closing party at:
http://www.growingvillage.com/Closing_Party.htm

and other pictures at: (click on first photo)
http://www.treeclimbingjapan.org/phtglery.html