Sorry to hear that tree-surfing was so unpleasant for you, Sharheim!
Sounds like you haven't got used to it yet. To avoid getting stuck in the trees - jump, jump and jump! Basically, all I had to do for successful tree-surfing - jump&rum and run&jump. Actually I even enjoyed it - two careless elves jumping on tops of the trees...
But, of course, if you do not like it - simply complete Shrine of Anephas to get to Enchanted Sea
Good luck,
Tanda