newbie here; need help in many ways

[The Count]

hello guys, I am an PhD student and I occasionally supplement my scholarship working at a local company that is into gardens, orchard maintenance, lawn and in general exterior design.

I made an effort and bought myself a 346XP to be able to buck firewood and fall few trees for money.
I will need a 70cc saw soon,and a top handle(far from happening) but atm I`m more in the need of climbing equipment.
I have relatives in USA that can buy it for me and send it.
however money is a big issue so i`m asking you: what`s the cheapest gear I can buy and still keep me alive and allow me to earn some extra money.
i don`t know how lucrative the business will be but the niche is empty as I see it and i could fill that void.
Thanks.
any other tip is much appreciated: tutorials, books, any king of knowledge.
any www of new&cheap&decent or used gear would help alot.

 

[derwoodii]

Some good stuff to watch n learn here sport. I often end up with bits of old climbin gear if any useable pass my way I'll keep you in mind.
Start by gettin in shape (if you need) sit ups chin ups this will help till ya skills take over the need for strength

International Society of Arboriculture

 

[The Count]

thanks bud, i`d rep ya if they`d let me.

 

[The Count]

I watched some videos. very helpful. thanks again.
I needed that.

 

[The Count]

Are you going to be climbing?

If you are looking for the least expensive yet advanced climbing system, a lot can be found right here.

I`m looking for the least amount yet enough to get me started.
where exactly is "here"?

 

[chad556]

wesspur.com has a basic rope climbing kit for $360 and includes the Tree Climber’s Companion by Jeff Jepson, an excellent little book that covers all the basics of getting into a tree and working safely. From there all you need is some PPE, a top handled climbing saw, and maybe a set of climbing spurs if your going to be doing removals. Ebay is also a good place to find certain gear but if your personal safety is your top priority I would recommend going new with most of the life support gear.

 

[The Count]

wesspur.com has a basic rope climbing kit for $360 and includes the Tree Climber’s Companion by Jeff Jepson, an excellent little book that covers all the basics of getting into a tree and working safely. From there all you need is some PPE, a top handled climbing saw, and maybe a set of climbing spurs if your going to be doing removals. Ebay is also a good place to find certain gear but if your personal safety is your top priority I would recommend going new with most of the life support gear.

I got that book. the second edition they say. good book in deed
thanks.