Business Details
Custom Adventure Course Design & Construction Services
Geronimo Construction is a design, building, and training company specializing in adventure structures that blend safety, innovation, and environmental stewardship. With decades of combined experience in aerial rigging, tree-based construction, and operational excellence, we create canopy tours, zip lines, suspension bridges, and treehouses tailored to clients' unique goals. Our patented designs prioritize tree health and minimal ecological impact, allowing structures to coexist with natural growth for 5-7 years.As ACCT-certified professionals, we exceed industry standards for safety and durability while maintaining a commitment to transparency, client collaboration, and post-installation support. Our team's deep understanding of participant experience ensures every project delivers thrilling, seamless adventures that align with environmental and programmatic objectives.
Services
Canopy Tours
Zip Line Tours
Suspension Bridges
Treehouse Construction
Course Inspections
Safety Training
Brake System Installation
Environmental Impact Consultation
Custom Course Design
Maintenance Programs
Highlights and features
- We offer patented designs ensuring tree growth compatibility for 5-7 years
- Our team brings decades of experience in aerial rigging and adventure course construction
- Patented brake systems provide graduated stops for enhanced participant safety
- We deliver minimal-impact installations compatible with sensitive ecosystems
- Comprehensive ACCT-certified staff training included with every installation
Associations and certifications
- Association of Challenge Course Technology (ACCT)
Services
Canopy Tours
Our canopy tours combine patented tree-attachment systems with strategic route planning to create immersive forest experiences. Structures mechanically accommodate tree growth while maintaining ACCT-certified safety standards. Modular platform designs minimize environmental disruption during installation, allowing construction in ecologically sensitive areas without heavy equipment. Each tour balances thrill elements with educational opportunities about local ecosystems.
Zip Line Tours
Custom zip line installations feature our patented graduated brake systems for controlled landings and head-first 'Super Hero' positioning options. Courses integrate seamlessly with natural terrain while meeting or exceeding ACCT structural requirements. We provide complete logistical support including access trails and landing zone design to ensure operational efficiency and participant safety.
Suspension Bridges
Engineered suspension bridges use minimal-tree-contact designs that allow natural growth while maintaining structural integrity. Our patented connection systems distribute weight efficiently for stability and longevity. Bridges are constructed from durable materials that withstand environmental exposure while providing safe, scenic transit between adventure course elements.
Safety Training
Comprehensive ACCT-compliant training programs cover daily inspections, emergency evacuations, and participant safety protocols. Staff receive hands-on practice with rescue techniques and equipment maintenance procedures. Training includes customized documentation packages with inspection logs, incident reports, and operational manuals tailored to each specific course configuration.
Environmental Consultation
We provide ecological impact assessments and mitigation strategies for adventure course development. Our designs minimize long-term environmental effects through low-impact installation methods and growth-accommodating hardware. Services include site-specific tree health evaluations and sustainable construction practices that maintain ecosystem integrity during and after installation.
People
Reid
Owner, Designer, Builder, Inspector, Sales
Adventure industry veteran with 20+ years experience designing and constructing tree-based structures across North America. Former camp staff turned zip line innovator, combining wilderness expertise with technical construction skills. Specializes in creating seamless participant experiences that balance thrill with safety.
Fletcher
Project Manager, Builder, Inspector
Certified rock climbing guide and technical tree access specialist with 15+ years in adventure course construction. Expertise spans large-scale zip lines to complex suspension bridge installations. Combines operational knowledge from rafting and horseback guiding with advanced rigging techniques for challenging terrain.
Questions
What types of adventure structures do you specialize in?
We design and build canopy tours, zip lines, tree-based suspension bridges, and treehouses using patented eco-friendly construction methods.
How do your designs accommodate tree growth?
Our patented attachment systems allow trees to grow naturally for 5-7 years without structural interference, minimizing ecological impact.
Are your courses compliant with safety standards?
All designs exceed ACCT standards with features like graduated brake systems and engineer-stamped drawings for local code compliance.
Do you provide staff training for new courses?
Yes, we include comprehensive ACCT-certified training covering safety protocols, inspections, and emergency procedures with every installation.
Can you build in environmentally sensitive areas?
Our modular designs allow foot-based installation with minimal equipment, making construction possible in delicate ecosystems without heavy machinery.
