TCI received a whopping $700 check earlier this week from
Pathfinder Inc. in St. Petersburg, Florida. Pathfinder is a non-profit organization that offers experiential education programs to adults and kids. Abe was their instructor who taught them how to run a tree climbing gig. Here's some of what they wrote in the note accompanying the check:
Truly, it is a joy to partner with you in support of Abe during his time of need. We could not be more pleased in sharing our appreciation for Abe's passion in teaching us to facilitate, as well as the connection we feel to TCI in passing on the gift of tree climbing to so many, than by hosting an open benefit climb; indeed, it seemed only natural and the best _expression_ of our love for tree climbing. We look forward to partnering with you in other canopy endeavors.What a lovely and loving tribute to Abe, who these people value so much as their teacher and friend. Thank you.
patty
