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Interested in the countryside, agriculture, horticulture, but don’t have time to attend a college? Why not try a distance learning course with ACS Distance Education. Over 400 courses on offer. Visit our website at www.acsedu.co.uk, email us at info@acsedu.co.uk or ring 0800 328 4723 for more information.

Acorn Ecology runs field based courses that are led by practicing ecologists. Our short courses cover a range of survey techniques and are open to anybody who feels that they lack the necessary field skills to succeed in an ecological job. For more information and on-line booking visit www.acornecology.co.uk (CJS)

ADH Training & Consulting Ltd offers one day courses on EIA. We have supplied training to a wide range of local authorities, wildlife trusts, and to most of the major consultancies in the UK. Contact Shirley at 01608 663217 or by email Shirley@adhtrain-consult.co.uk for more information. www.adh-train-consult.com

Nationally Recognised QCA qualification in Outdoor First Aid delivered by experienced, competent and friendly training team. Group courses and open dates available. See www.adventurefirstaid.co.uk for details (1/11/09)

AJS Crafts: Rural Craft Training.
A comprehensive range of training available in rural crafts & land management, including: Coppicing, Woodland Conservation & Management, Green Woodworking Skills, Sculpture, Environmental Art, Weaving, Basketry etc. Other courses are available by request or can be tailored to your specific requirements. Contact: info@ajscrafts.co.uk Web: www.ajscrafts.co.uk

amazonails is a not for profit social enterprise developing the use of strawbales and natural materials in building. Training and seminars: Intro to strawbale: lime and clay plasters; High performance sustainable buildings. Practical courses in UK and Europe. Building support and Consultancy. Full Design service 0845 4582173 info@amazonails.org.uk www.amazonails.org.uk (1/1/10)

We offer a wide range of tree related courses for organisations to include; tree surveying and inspection, tree & woodland management, tree risk assessment, trees and development, tree planting, trees and the law. Courses include the LANTRA Basic Tree Inspection course as well as a wide range of bespoke courses. lanerowe@aol.com 01884 840386

Arbor Venture, the South's leading training school for the forestry and arboricultural industry. You will receive individual, professional training from highly motivated, fully qualified LANTRA registered instructors and NPTC assessors. We provide both ground based and aerial chainsaw courses. Contact us on 01590 683540 or see our web site for more information, www.arborventure.co.uk . (CJS)

The UK's largest provider of Forest Schools training courses from level 1 up to level 4. Also Woodland Skills courses and ITC First Aid.

Assington Mill in Suffolk, offers short courses on many countryside crafts, at an introductory level. Topics covered include garden machinery maintenance, hedgerow basketry, hedgelaying, willow for the garden, coracle making, food for free, strawbale building, woodcarving & letter-cutting, cane & rush chair seating, badgers, fruit tree pruning and coppicing. 01787 229955 www.assingtonmill.com (1/11/09)

The Barn Owl Trust is a small national charity committed to conserving wild Barn Owls and their habitat. It provides one-day courses, Barn Owl Ecology, Surveys & Signs, at which attendees learn the essential skills and knowledge required to conduct Barn Owl surveys and compose appropriate mitigation strategies. Contact info@barnowltrust.org.uk (1/11/09)

The Bat Conservation Trust provides training courses in a range of land-based subjects to allow you to further your knowledge of bats, their habits & habitats. Each course has a specific audience in mind & involves classroom-based theory & practical outdoor sessions. www.bats.org.uk dsutton@bats.org.uk 020 7501 3638 (CJS)

Belfast Metropolitan College is the largest Further and Higher Education College in Northern Ireland. Providing a wide range of full-time and part-time courses. We also offer a wide choice of higher level qualifications with include Foundation Degrees and Degrees. Contact Course Hotline Tele 028 90 265265 or www.belfastmet.ac.uk (1/11/09)

For courses about land and the environment including Agriculture, Countryside, Arboriculture and Horticulture from entry to degree level, full and part-time. From chainsaws, trailer towing and horse riding to environmental arts & crafts and environmental education. Telephone 01395 562400, website www.bicton.ac.uk or email enquiries@bicton.ac.uk

The Bill Hogarth MBE Memorial Apprenticeship Trust was set up to develop apprenticeships in coppicing and now has five apprentices in the NW of England. For information about the apprenticeship and details of our ‘Woodland Pioneers: introduction to coppicing’ week-long course held each September, go to http://www.coppiceapprentice.org.uk

Bison Bushcraft are an eleven year established school offering training in bushcraft, wilderness survival skills and crafts. We also offer a complete outfitting service for your back country adventures. 0845 8387062 www.bisonbushcraft.co.uk

The Bridgwater College, Cannington Centre for Land-based Studies in Somerset offers a range of courses in Agriculture, Countryside Management, Animal Care & Equine Studies, Floristry, Horticulture, Arboriculture and Sports Turf Management; supported by professional staff and purpose built accommodation. Call 0845 6011300 or visit our website at www.bridgwater.ac.uk (1/1/10)

Brighton Permaculture Trust promotes greener lifestyles and sustainable development through design. It raises awareness and facilitates learning in supportive environments. We run a range of events and courses, from an introduction to permaculture to an advanced diploma course and specific courses/events on green architecture, gardening and fruit growing. http://www.brightonpermaculture.co.uk

A registered charity, founded in 1963 to protect British wild deer. Learn about deer, stalking & management, with events & training courses, including DSC 1, DSC 2 & Deer Management, available throughout the UK. Further details are available at www.bds.org.uk 01425 655434 (CJS)

The British Naturalists Association, founded in 1905, is run entirely by Volunteers. At National Conference volunteers learn about wildlife from leading Experts by attending numerous Field Workshops. Throughout the year BNA Branches have workshops and talks which they can attend. Specific Voluntary roles can be seen at www.bna-naturalists.org (CJS)

The British Traditional Molecatchers Register (Britain’s leading Molecatching Training Provider) offers an innovative training programme teaching Traditional Molecatching skills to all who want to take advantage of this lucrative and rewarding Traditional Profession. BTMR do not use poisons so as to protect the environment and animals of the British countryside. www.britishmolecatchers.co.uk (CJS)

Practical conservation courses in West Sussex. Coppicing, hedgelaying, chainsaw skills, charcoal burning.

BTCV Cymru The conservation charity offering a range of volunteering opportunities: Practical Conservation work, Community Development and health projects. Gain experience and training in conservation tasks, leadership skills, first aid, health & safety. Work with communities on nature gardens, waste management projects, community audits, environmental education and healthy eating. Tel: 01978 261538 Email: h.dodd@btcv.org.uk Web: www.btcv.org.uk (1/9/09)

BTCV Scotland is committed to the training & development of individuals working & volunteering with community & environmental projects.. We offer high quality traditional environmental skills, Lantra qualification skills & Community Development skills. For more information call Helen Paul on 01786 479697 or h.paul@btcv.org.uk www.btcv.org/scotland (CJS)

London's only specialist college for landbased studies with centres across London; Enfield, Gunnersbury Park, Regent's Park, Crystal Palace Park and at Barking College. Offering full-time, part-time, short courses, apprenticeships and Train to Gain schemes in Horticulture, Arboriculture, Environmental Conservation, Garden Design, Floristry, Animal Care and Saddlery. 08456 122 122 laura.diggins@capel.ac.uk

The Centre for Alternative Technology (CAT) is an internationally recognised centre of excellence for environmental education, with over 30 years’ experience in the field. With courses to suit every level of knowledge, from introductory weekends through to accredited professional installers’ courses & postgraduate degrees, & with on-site examples of sustainable systems. 01654 705981 www.cat.org.uk courses@cat.org.uk (CJS)

Check out the new environmental postgraduate courses at the Centre for Conservation Ecology & Environmental Change, Bournemouth University. You can choose between flexible study modes combining research, professional placements, field, lecture, and independent study to gain an MSc in Biodiversity Conservation, Environmental Management, Geoinformatics or Environmental Informatics. Contact Dr Kathy Hodder, CCEEC Postgraduate framework coordinator khodder@bournemouth.ac.uk

Chris Bull Associates is a small personal and organisational development consultancy. Our Sustainable Leadership workshop is designed for Environmental Managers, Sustainability Coordinators and anyone who leads a team of staff or volunteers in the general area of sustainable development. We focus on the skills needed to involve, enthuse and get results through others. Jim Hopwood 023 8084 5901 jim@chrisbullassociates.co.uk (1/12/09)

CIWEM is an independent professional body and registered charity, advancing the science and practice of water and environmental management for a clean, green and sustainable world. CIWEM wants to create a sustainable, multi-skilled profession, and so provides professional development opportunities, access to government consultations, conferences and publications. For more information contact admin@ciwem.org or visit www.ciwem.org (1/11/09)

Whether you are looking to find a woodland-related training course, want to go to a woodland event, looking for volunteering opportunities, or just want to get more involved in your local woodland, the Coed Lleol website will give you the information and contacts relevant to Wales. www.coedlleol.org.uk (1/11/09)

Coleg Powys provides a wide range of educational opportunities for the whole community, which includes hundreds of courses from a wide spectrum of areas. There are full-time and part-time courses, with flexibility built in to meet individual needs. For further information visit our website at www.coleg-powys.ac.uk or telephone 0845 4086200.

Compass Education Ltd is a widely approved distance learning college privately providing education at all levels and in a wide range of subjects related to animals and animal behaviour. Courses cater for those undergoing career development and those satisfying a personal interest. Contact www.compass-education.co.uk or telephone 0845 4585981

Specialist courses for outdoor workers, paediatric workers plus First Aid at Work . We run courses for outdoor contactors, nature reserve managers, farm workers, surveyors, outdoor instructors, youth workers, minibus drivers, school group leaders etc. Courses for validating NGB awards (MLTB, BCU, BOF, RYA etc) HSE approval number 1670/96. Contact Cory Jones Associates at www.cory-jones.com or coryjones2000@yahoo.co.uk (1/1/10)

Cotswold Woodland Crafts offers short courses in Green Woodworking. Learn traditional woodworking skills in a woodland setting & become an expert with an axe, drawknife & pole-lathe. Make yourself a dibber, bat, stool, hurdle, chair, shave-horse, pole-lathe etc. Further information & courses at www.cotswoldwoodlandcrafts.co.uk (CJS)

For developing your knowledge of good practice and contacts why not join the Countryside Management Association. Offer range of free study days for members, a magazine and e-group. Also offer a continual performance development framework with mentor support to help you along your developmental path. http://countrysidemanagement.org.uk or contact via Writtle College 01245 424116 cma@writtle.ac.uk (1/11/09)

Professional development training with Countryside Management Services (UK) Ltd. Courses this year: Community consultation, Visitor surveys, Interpreting environmental heritage, Managing broadleaved woodland, Tree identification, Project management. Acorn to Oak training courses originally established in partnership with BTCV Durham in 2000 www.cms-ne.co.uk for more details (1/11/09)

Learn in the Yorkshire Dales

Craven College, Skipton offer a wide range of countryside courses to suit all levels these include Countryside Management, Equine Studies, Agriculture, Animal Care, Horticulture, Practical land based skills and Rural mechanics. Call 01756 708008 for more details. www.craven-college.ac.uk (CJS)

Lantra Awards Centre delivering from beginner, Taster, through basic skills, Level 1 to more technical work, Level 2 with a facility for Level 3 and 4 Tests. Highly qualified Instructors, Institute for Lifelong Learning registered. 07858154590 dgunnwalls@hotmail.com

The Web Site www.deerland.co.uk provides further information. The training includes safe and efficient use of firearms and specialised ammunition which is used for culling UK Deer and Game, as well as the recognition of wild animal health including meat inspection procedures, disease identification and modern hygiene standards required by law.

Denmark Farm Conservation Centre, Lampeter, Mid Wales:
a unique training project offering a range of low cost courses – some accredited - in wildlife conservation, land management for biodiversity and sustainable living, delivered by highly experienced tutors, ecologists and conservation professionals. 01570 493358 or http://www.shared-earth-trust.org.uk/en/train02.htm for current programme. (CJS)

The Devon Rural Skills Trust is a charity which aims to preserve the traditional skills, such as dry stone walling and hedge laying, which have been practised in the county for centuries. It offers one day courses and a training scheme. For more information on courses go to www.devonruralskillstrust.co.uk

A highly valued course run by Dialogue Matters and based on years of experience designing and facilitating real environmental decisions. We run three-day, open training courses throughout the year in Wye, Kent, SE England and can also provide in-house or bespoke training courses. 01233 813875 www.dialoguematters.co.uk/training.htm

Down to Earth Training can offer: customised training for staff on or off site; workshops; assistance planning, running & delivering training events; identification of training needs and organisation of conferences & events. Recently set up by Janice Burley, find out more via 01629 583913 Janice.d2e@googlemail.com (1/11/09)

Courses available at all levels in Conservation and Countryside Management, from NVQ Level 1 and upwards - including a brand new Foundation Degree. Contact us for more information – places available for September start.

Earthed are artists and builders specialising in cob, roundpole timber framing, lime, and stonework. Our educational workshops provide hands on learning experiences which enable people to access their own creativity and bring about positive change in their own lives, communities and environment. Please visit www.earthedworld.co.uk for more info or mob: 07917361580.

Easton College offers vocational courses including Foundation Degrees, Access Course, NVQs, Apprenticeships, First and National Diplomas. Subject areas include Agriculture, Landbased Technology, Sustainable Engineering Arboriculture, Countryside Management, Ecology, Gamekeeping and Horticulture. Short courses are also available. Please contact 01603 731232 or info@easton-college.ac.uk for information or visit us at www.easton-college.ac.uk (CJS)

We have a proven track record of delivering successful training events and offer a wide range of courses covering subjects such as Bat Ecology & Bird Identification. Please follow this link for more information http://echoesecology.co.uk/training.php

Within 42 acres of countryside EcoDysgu delivers workshops in arts & crafts, complementary therapies, conservation, community activities & other forms of recreation. Projects are carried out where visitors & volunteers to the centre can learn environmental awareness skills. Volunteering opportunities & excellent bunkhouse accommodation for rent. 01656 728137 www.ecodysgu.co.uk (CJS)

Elmwood College delivers a range of specialist countryside management qualifications in an impressive rural setting. We offer NC Conservation and Countryside Recreation, HNC Countryside Management and HND Countryside Management. We also have a variety of Horse Studies, Gamekeeping and Agriculture courses. We are recognised specialists in land-based education. 01334 658800 www.elmwood.ac.uk (1/11/09)

Environment Skills Training based in Mid Wales, offers training courses in Chainsaws, Brushcutters, Quad Bikes, 1st Aid and Manual Handling to name but a few. If you have a suitable venue we will be happy to run the course on your site. Please visit our website www.environmentskills.co.uk or telephone on Free Phone 0800 1185511. (CJS)

Environmental Trainers Network
The ETN training programme has been running since 1994, & is aimed at encouraging contact & networking amongst participants & their organisations as well as providing quality training at reasonable cost to voluntary, public & statutory organisations. CONTACT: Jacki or Helen on 0121 359 2113 (Website) or Email ETN@btcv.org.uk (CJS)

Consultancy providing specialist support in equality & diversity with projects, to improve access & quality of design of buildings & spaces. Our object is to highlight issues & opportunities early in the development process. 0845 8388440 info@equalitytraining.com www.equalitytraining.com (1/9/09)

The Field Studies Council (FSC) is a charity bringing environmental educational to all. The organisation runs 17 field centres delivering a range of environmental educational courses to students and learners across the age spectrum. Also run several community initiatives & a ground breaking volunteer project that works with biological recorders to increase their skills and provide the next generation of experts in groups of fauna and flora.

to see the CJS Environmental Education Special Edition Supplement in association with FSC (1/1/10)

First Aid Academy provides a professional, innovative, friendly & fun first aid training to all its customers & clients. We are approved to run HSE first aid training courses (FAAMS 1670/96) through our awarding body ITC First Aid Ltd & nationally recognised Outdoor Emergency First Aid. 0844 357 1426 www.firstaidacademy.co.uk

Flora Locale workshops offer an opportunity to learn practical conservation in the design, management and restoration of landscapes and biodiversity from experienced conservationists and include an opportunity to see projects "on the ground". Further details and fees are available from our website at www.floralocale.org; email info@floralocale.org or phone 01672 515723 (1/11/09)

Offers NVQ 's in Environmental Conservation and short courses in conservation skills. Contact Land-based Studies 01247 308 707 or aine.welsh@cathedralcentre.com for more details. (1/12/09)

Four Winds Inspiration Centre is an environmental education and craft based charity situated in an attractive setting within Inverleith Park, Edinburgh. Four winds provides a unique opportunity for you to connect with nature, yourself and others whilst learning new skills and knowledge with our wide range of crafts and herbal courses. 0131 3322229 www.four-winds.org.uk

Simon Fowler: Hedgelaying and hurdle making courses: Enjoy weekend or tailor made week day courses set in the Peak District. At Sparklow Wood, near Matlock, Derbyshire. Quality tuition, excellent tools and local materials on each course. For more details visit www.peaktraditionalfencing.co.uk or contact Simon Fowler 07889 107008 email simon.fowler@zoom.co.uk (updated, 1/11/09)

Freshwater Biological Association - Freshwater Recorders and Schemes Project

A range of training courses will be offered in 2007-2008 including identification of freshwater invertebrates (beginner and advanced level), plants (macrophytes) and algae, and in fish disease pathology.

The Game & Wildlife Conservation Trust is a leading wildlife research charity providing practical, science based training on game, fisheries, wildlife management and species recovery. The Trust’s research is included in agri-environment schemes and training leading to a BASIS Certificate in farmland conservation management can be achieved. 01425 651013 or email: lferguson@gct.org.uk

Glasgow Caledonian University’s School of the Built & Natural Environment is the largest of its kind in Scotland, with an excellent reputation in delivering undergraduate and postgraduate environmental courses. All programmes are offered on a full and part-time basis and are accredited by relevant professional bodies. Visit www.gcal.ac.uk/bne (CJS)

Accredited training to enable you to work more effectively with children of all ages out of doors, with a focus on child centred learning and developing their confidence and self esteem whilst having fun. Suitable for teachers, LSAs and outdoor education professionals.

Based in the West Midlands and working on a farm, smallholding or in forestry? You could be eligible for a Defra West Midlands assisted place on our OCN accredited courses in Coppicing, Hedgelaying or Small Woodland Management. See our website www.greenwoodcentre.org.uk or call Katherine for more details on 01952 432769. (1/1/10)

Courses in traditional woodland crafts. Hedglaying, hurdle making, pole lathe turning, coracle making, chairmaking longbow making and many more Also demonstrations of pole lathe turning at your event. Contact peter on 01332 86452 or e-mail courses@greenwooddays.co.uk

Level 1 Environmental Awareness certificate courses are available at Groundwork Leicester & Leicestershire, or a venue of your choice.

Bespoke training covering any of the issues detailed below • Energy/Resource/Water efficiency • Legal compliance • Implementing and maintaining Environmental Management systems. Emma Crosby email ecrosby@gwll.org.uk or 0116 222 1598 (1/12/09)

Hadlow College, located in Kent, is one of the top three land-based institutions in the UK. We offer qualifications and training in conservation & countryside management, landscape management, fisheries, horticulture, agriculture and sustainable land management. To find out more, visit www.hadlow.ac.uk, e-mail enquiries@hadlow.ac.uk or call 0500 551434.(1/11/09)

Hands on Environmental Education specialises in providing education progammes and environmental awareness activities. With over 15 years experience the company is happy to provide training days such as Techniques for group work, Environmental activities, Session planning and Building education programmes. For further information contact Elspeth English on 01324 825942, Elspeth@englishe.freeserve.co.uk (1/11/09)

Harper Adams offers continual professional development through a range of flexible qualifications. Specialist professional courses specific to BASIS, FACTS, RICS and AMTRA are available as well as courses relating to engineering, driving, business management, pesticide use, and rural affairs and environment. Courses can be individually tailored to suit organisation needs. www.harper-adams.ac.uk/shortcourses (1/11/09)

HBGBS Master Classes for Horticulturists: Veteran Trees Management, Taxonomy, Management Skills and more. One day practical training courses looking at a broad range of horticultural skills needed in the historic garden context. See the Historic & Botanic Garden Bursary Scheme website for more details and an application form: www.hbgbs.org.uk

Learn to lay a hedge with National Hedgelaying Society accredited hedgelayer Oswald Hoskyns. One to one friendly training for all ages. Starter course for individuals or groups. Excellent birthday or Christmas present. Telephone 01983 731514 or write to Hobbit House, Whitwell, Ventnor, Isle of Wight, PO38 2QQ. (1/11/09)

The Institute of Ecology and Environmental Management (IEEM) is a professional body which supports ecologists and environmental managers. IEEM runs one- and two-day training courses across the UK and Ireland and currently runs five topical conferences a year. For further information about our training events please go to www.ieem.net

We are a new centre developed as a partnership between North Nottinghamshire College and Nottinghamshire Wildlife Trust. As the centre develops we will be offering courses in a variety of conservation subjects. For details visit www.nnc.ac.uk or ring 01909 504522 (CJS)

Ignite Woodfuel Training is the UK’s only certificated woodfuel training course. The course covers everything you need to know about woodfuel, including the woodfuel resource, technology, systems and supply chain. Courses are running across the UK – call Rural Development Initiatives on 0845 226 2890 for more information. (1/11/09)

The IGOMANGO initiative currently offers volunteer placements at our conservation and community project sites in Guatemala, Central America. Gain practical work experience and recognised qualifications and insight into a different culture and lifestyle on the other side of the world. For information visit www.igomango.com or email info@igomango.com

With access to our world-renowned captive breeding facility, residence and variety of courses including species management, facilitation and current conservation issues the ITC is an ideal environment in which to learn effective conservation techniques. ITC has trained nearly 1700 students from 121 countries worldwide. www.durrell.org 01534 860037 itc@durrell.org (1/12/09)

You don't need expensive equipment to make exciting wildlife films. Learn the skills of video camera work, editing and story creation first. Share a camera with a friend if you like. For the absolute beginner to the semi pro. Courses in association with Cornwall Wildlife Trust. www.jeffgoodman.co.uk

Short course training across Devon and Cornwall including Chainsaws, Brushcutters, Woodchippers, Knapsack Pesticides, Rural Crafts, Hedgelaying, Stone Walling, First Aid, Manual Handling and much more. Discounts available. Call for more info or see our website www.kenseytraining.co.uk (CJS)

The Kingcombe Centre in rural West Dorset lies at the heart of a nationally acclaimed nature reserve, often referred to as ‘the farm that time forgot’. We offer a variety of short courses on flora, fauna, ecology, environmental and conservation topics. Full details at www.kingcombecentre.org.uk, 01300 320684. (1/11/09)

A wide range of courses for Tree Surgeons, Arborists, Foresters, Consultants, Tree Officers, Local Authority Highway Inspectors, Park/Estate Rangers, Conservation Personnel, Landscape Gardeners and Grounds Maintenance Personnel. Based in Surrey we offer excellent training facilities. Courses between 1 and 5 days are LANTRA Awards registered or lead to NPTC qualification.

LANTRA – Women And Work Project – “Raising Skills and Unlocking Potential”

The project has been designed to encourage the development and career aspirations of women in under represented sectors. The funding is aimed at women 19 plus to carry out any training activities to support their personal development plan Training examples have included landscape gardening, tree felling, IT courses, chainsaw cutting.

Funding is available for flexible training for both technical and soft skills and you can choose your choice of provider. You are also appointed your designated skills coach to help you. Funding must be completed by March 2009. Don’t miss out – contact us today

Visit our website www.learning-at-home.co.uk to see our range of paper-based and online distance learning conservation, ecology and environmental courses. All leading to nationally recognised qualifications. (1/11/09)

Environmental education activities and events for all ages and abilities. Career development courses in protected species litigation such as water vole, badger, bat and barn owl ecology. Plus many more general interest courses. www.lincstrust.org.uk (CJS)

Courses in green woodwork and chairmaking with Mike Abbott, author of 'Green Woodwork' and 'Living Wood'. Courses cover timber selection, cleaving, shaving, pole-lathe turning, steam bending, seasoning, chair assembly and chair seating. Courses are held in the beautiful Living Wood woodland workshop in Herefordshire, see www.living-wood.co.uk

Llysdinam Field Centre, Cardiff University
Lively and practical day courses taught by enthusiastic and skilled professionals. Courses are available for both beginners and professionals looking to learn more about the natural environment and practical ecology.
Amy Tibble Tel: 02920 879040 Email: tibbleal@cardiff.ac.uk web: www.llysdinam.com (1/11/09)

Walking Group Leader, First Aid, Navigation, Caving, Canoeing & Forest School courses available on various dates throughout the year & arranged to order. Delivered in a quality learning environment in Herefordshire / Black Mountains by experienced instructors . Contact:- longtown@northamptonshire.gov.uk or 01873 860225 or look at www.longtownoec.co.uk (CJS)

Losehill Hall, the Peak District National Park Authority's Learning and Environmental Conference Centre, is one of Britain's leading training providers for countryside, greenspace and environmental professionals, offering residential courses and tailor-made training. For more details, visit www.losehilltraining.org.uk email training.losehill@peakdistrict.gov.uk or phone Sue or Margot on 01433 622472

Low-impact Living Inititative (LILI) is dedicated to helping people gain the skills to live a more low-impact lifestyle. We have the best range of environmental courses in the country, at many different locations. All these plus 45 free factsheets, eco & book shop, forum, links library & WWOOF can be found at www.lowimpact.org (CJS)

Making traditional longbows in yew. 3 day courses by mutual arrangement. mwhiteman@ukonline.co.uk 01884 32234

Lynher Training
Providing training for short courses in Chainsaws, various machinery & rural skills. "Matrix" accredited, offering certificates through NPTC, Lantra, C & G & others. Specialist training can also be arranged in many cases. Run from one of our pre-selected venues or on site if there are sufficient numbers and facilities. www.lynher.com or 01822 832232

The Mammal Society works to protect British mammals and halt the decline of threatened species. Our training courses cater for a wide range of people, from interested individuals to ecological consultants and mammal workers. For more information see our website www.mammal.org or contact us on 02380 237874, enquiries@mammal.org.uk (1/11/09)

Merrist Wood offer courses in a wide range of land-based subjects including, arboriculture and countryside.

We have considerable experience in providing quality education and training to enable you to acquire all the practical and theoretical skills of an arboriculturist or for work in the countryside sector including tree climbing, chainsaw skills and managing trees and woodland. 01483 884040 www.guildford.ac.uk (1/11/09)

We provide professional accredited training courses suitable for everyone working in Land based industries Please visit us at www.millhousetraining.co.uk

Moelyci provides a wide range of conservation/ecology/identification courses, based at their 350 acre farm near Bangor, Gwynedd. The farm is a community-owned not-for-profit resource which manages over 200 acres of SSSI and SAC heathland. For course details, go to www.moelyci.org (CJS)

Warwickshire College's Moreton Morrell Centre, is leading the field in education for the land-based industries. We run courses in Countryside Management, Agriculture, Equine, Animal Welfare and Horticulture. Our working farm, where our agriculture and countryside students study, is one of six to be chosen by RASE as a development farm. www.warkscol.ac.uk 0845 217 7414 (1/04/10)

National Amphibian & Reptile Recording Scheme (NARRS) training events are aimed at those who want to survey a NARRS amphibian and/or reptile square and would like training in survey techniques. Subjects covered include amphibian and reptile identification, habitat assessment, survey methods, NARRS instructions and protocols, H&S, licensing, and landowner permissions. http://www.narrs.org.uk/training_narrs.html (1/1/10)

There are 2 types of events: Public moth trapping events and training workshops covering a variety of moth-related topics. For list please see the Moths Count (National Moth Recording Scheme) website www.mothscount.org. Details and booking from nmrs@butterfly-conservation.org or 01929 406009. (1/11/09)

Weekend Dry Stone Walling courses are available throughout the spring, summer and autumn. Learn from very experienced and highly qualified wallers the art of Dry Stone Walling in the Derbyshire Dales at the National Stone Centre. More details on our website www.nationalstonecentre.org.uk. or phone 01629 824833. (CJS)

Sylvan Environmental Enterprises Ltd – ‘See the wood through the trees’

“Working horses in forests and woodlands” Training in the use of horses as a method of low-impact timber extraction. 2 or 5 day courses available in Kent / Sussex learning the basic handling skills and safe working practice of working a horse to timber. For more information and course bookings, contact: Frankie Woodgate 01233 850418 frankie@sylvanenvironmental.com (1/11/09)

Bushcraft and Wilderness Living Training. Learn the skills of our ancestors in a quiet and peaceful setting in East Wiltshire. For more information please see www.naturescraft.co.uk

We offer a range of quality short courses aimed at spreading environmental understanding & awareness. Courses include fieldwork survey techniques, flower & tree identification, habitat ecology & conservation. For more info go to www.natureswork.co.uk

Interested in learning more about Permaculture, Forest Gardens and Food Growing? You are welcome to volunteer at our forest garden and permaculture allotment in North London, or join one of the many courses. londoncourses@naturewise.org.uk (1/11/09)

Wide range of land based skills; including Pesticides (PA1-PA6a), Brushwood Chipper. Can tailor specific courses to your needs and all can be held on site. Set daily fee, and can be split depending on numbers of attendees. 07793 902795 nbdtraining@live.co.uk (1/8/09)

We offer courses in gamekeeping, equine studies, veterinary nursing, golf management, deer management & environment & heritage studies, among many others, by different study methods, many online through a virtual learning environment. We're renowned for the flexible study equestrian courses available at stables in many localities throughout Scotland, To find out all that is available, visit www.northhighland.ac.uk email info@northhighland.ac.uk or call Admissions on 01847 889250

In house landbased training courses Arranged for your employees at your place of work. Lantra registered courses giving Lantra certificates. Courses include: chainsaw – lift truck – mowers – strimmers – pesticides – tractors – abrasive wheels – vermin control – health and safety – etc. Contact Oakthorn Training Telephone 01572 770614 website: www.oakthorntraining.co.uk email: enquiries@oakthorntraining.co.uk (1/11/09)

Oxford Brookes University offers MScs in Environmental Assessment and Management, Environmental Management and Technology and Conservation Ecology. Engage in applied and near-market scientific research whilst benefiting from our flexible programmes and friendly support network. Please contact our Postgraduate Administrator( fben-ghorab@brookes.ac.uk or +44 (0) 1865 483932) for further information (1/11/09)

People’s Trust for Endangered Species offers an exciting range of wildlife watching events – from the tiny harvest mouse to the giant basking shark and almost everything in-between! Please visit http://wildlifewatching.org to book online or call 020 7498 4533 for a brochure. (1/12/09)

Permaculture Association Our permaculture courses take place across the British Isles giving you three levels of qualification: Introductory (usually 1-2 days), Full Permaculture Design courses (at least 72hrs teaching), and the Diploma in Applied Permaculture Design (2 years). For further details see www.permaculture.org.uk, email office@permaculture.org.uk or call 0845 4581805. (1/11/09)

Plas Tan y Bwlch – the Centre for Training Excellence has been running training courses for environmental professionals since 1991. Magnificent Grade 2 listed building has the latest technical resources, comfortable en-suite bedrooms and renowned cuisine. But its greatest resource is the huge variety of habitats and site management scenarios on its doorstep in the heart of the Snowdonia National Park. 01766 772600 www.plastanybwlch.com (1/9/09)

Plumpton College is an ideal place to study Countryside Management. Set at the foot of the Sussex Downs, Plumpton has a 800-hectare estate, ancient semi-natural woodlands, chalk downland and a network of streams. Its proximity to the South Coast with its varied coastal habitats is also an advantage. The estate is managed for habitat conservation providing an excellent learning resource. www.plumpton.ac.uk (1/9/09)

Would you like your staff to be able to identify the wildlife they see for survey work or to inform the public on walks etc? We run courses on wildlife identification and can design a course, or series of courses, to suit your needs. See our website for more details

Ptyxis Ecology offers a range of training courses in botany including grass identification, using the Wild Flower Key and wildlife law. John and Clare O'Reilly are both trained teachers, experienced ecologists and leading British botanists. For details enquiries@ptyxis.com or visit www.ptyxis.com/training.html (1/8/09) CJS Monthly advert

Reaseheath College offers a tremendous range of Higher Education courses which are run in partnership with Harper Adams University College and The University of Chester. Countryside, Golf and Sports Turf Management and Agriculture are just a few of the Higher Education areas available to study. Visit www.reaseheath.ac.uk for more information. (1/11/09)

Get practical, hands-on building experience with RESET’s timber frame, straw bale and rammed earth workshops, for emergencies, reconstruction and adaptation to climate change. Experts with experience in humanitarian response and development lead 2-day courses at University of East London, exploring technical, practical and social issues of each material. Info: blanche.cameron@reset-development.org (1/12/09)

Sustainable building training. Learn how to use straw bales, lime, cob and larch to build sustainable buildings. Taught by a local Kentish expert our courses have been used by building professionals to build their businesses and those looking to self-build an eco-home. Contact us at www.rippledown.com or call 01304 364854

Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh We offer a wide range of day, evening and weekend courses: botany, horticulture, botanical art and photography. For pleasure or qualifications including practical certificates in Field Botany and Horticulture. Schools programmes and teacher CPD in environmental arts and science. www.rbge.org.uk/education or 0131 248 2937. (1/11/09)

Maximise wildlife benefits of habitat management: Throughout 2009, RSPB are running training events on a range of high priority habitats. Interested in how best to manage woodland, heathland, parks/urban green space, farmland, wet grassland, reedbeds and wild birds and the law? Cost: £75 / £140 (2-day) Contact conservation-advice@rspb.org.uk for further details. (1/1/10)

Rural Development Initiatives. Basic Wildfire Fighting: Introduces wildfire behaviour and suppression techniques, allowing the trainee to safely and effectively assist with managed burning and wildfire suppression operations. Advanced Wildfire Fighting: Explores advanced concepts of wildfire behaviour and suppression techniques, wildfire prediction and incident management. Contact Darrin Woods: darrin.woods@ruraldevelopment.org.uk or phone 01670 513292

RDI runs a number of forestry & woodland skills training projects in the North East, Yorkshire & Humber & East Midlands regions funded by RDPE Lantra Landskills, including grant aid for management & technical training. Also woodfuel training across the UK. Contact Carrick Armer 01765 609355 carrick.armer@ruraldevelopment.org.uk

Study countryside, environment, sustainability and land management at SAC - Scotland's land-based higher education college. Degrees and Higher National courses available including a distance learning HNC in Countryside and Environmental Management. Visit www.sac.ac.uk/learning or email recruitment@sac.ac.uk to find out more. (1/10/09)

SAC Training Services – Providing land-based training in environmental conservation, plant and equipment, pesticides, business and enterprise management, business diversification. Vocational skills to professional updates – opportunities throughout Scotland. SAC Training Services 01292 525285, training@sac.ac.uk (1/11/09)

Shuttleworth College, Bedfordshire offers quality training to NPTC & Lantra standards in chainsaws & related operations, machinery & agricultural equipment, pesticide application & many more. A wide range of full & part time courses are also available.

Peter Holmes is a freelance instructor in conservation & land management offering tailor-made courses & workshops in hedge-laying, dry-stone walling & sculpture, tree identification & planting, coppicing & crafts & footpath design & features. Contact soilypete@yahoo.com 0773 421 6775

Ecological training and experience for graduates seeking a career in the environmental sector. This training scheme is recognised as providing the relevant experience employers require. Success rate in getting trainees into paid jobs in ecology and conservation nearly 100%. Key skills provided in botanical survey, GIS mapping and habitat assessment info@somerc.com 01823 664450

Southern First Aid Supplies have the ability and expertise to train your staff in varying aspects of First Aid. As qualified First Aiders your staff will possess the skills to deal with any situation, from minor slips and trips to serious incidents. For more information on training, please go to our website. www.s-f-a-s.co.uk (1/11/09)

Course categories: Agriculture & Rural Land Management - Animal Management & Vet Nursing - Arboriculture & Woodland Management - Fishery Studies - Game, Wildlife & Countryside Management - Horticulture & Floristry - Sport & Outdoor Ed. 01962 776441 enquiry@sparsholt.ac.uk http://www.sparsholt.ac.uk (1/1/10)

Wildlife photography training by professionally qualified photographer Chas Spradbery. Make your pictures stand out from the rest. Group and individual tuition available. chas@spradbery.com 07801 067457

Suffolk Wildlife Trust offer one-off, short courses/workshops for adults over a day or half day. Prices for these Wildlearning courses vary from £8 - £30.Please go to www.suffolkwildlifetrust.org , click on 'Education for all' & go to 'Adult learning' , wildlearning@suffolkwildlifetrust.org or call Alison on 01473 890089 (CJS)

OCN sustainable woodland management, environmental education, wood fuel, yurt-making, campcraft, hedge-laying, shingle-making, coppicing, hurdle-making & willow plus many more. Residential options available in our eco-lodge, yurts, tipis or camping. For a brochure or more info please ring Raina on 01730 823166 or email: courses@sustainability-centre.org http://www.sustainability-centre.org/html/adult_courses.html (CJS)

Landscape & Nature Photography Workshops on the Norfolk Coast, Norfolk Broads and Suffolk Coast. info@theuklandscape.com 01603 460825 (CJS)

Tony Darbyshire Arb Training : With 20 years experience in arboricultural training at both Merrist Wood and Sparsholt College and now an independent NPTC and Lantra Training Provider and Assessor, Tony offers personalised courses for all Arboriculture and Forestry Chainsaw related qualifications, leading to nationally and industry recognised certification. See www.sawpod.co.uk for details (CJS)

The practical trailer driving course will bring you up to standard so you can pass the additional category B+E car & trailer DSA driving test. You will receive individual tuition in all the exercises and disciplines required to pass the test successfully. www.towing-solutions.co.uk (1/11/09)

Trackways is a Wilderness Survival School, teaching a wide range of skills: Wild craft Survival, Tracking, Nature Awareness and Wilderness Spirit work. Through teaching physical survival and spiritual skills, we seek to share a vision that reconnects people to a sense of passion and purpose, learning how to exist sustainably on the land. Thomas 01273 480 429 or 07801 492 482 www.trackways.co.uk (1/11/09)

Based in the Midlands, Train-a-Lift Ltd provides the highest standard of excellence in fork lift training and other mechanical handling equipment safety training. We now operate a large independent Fork Lift Training Centre and offer both operator and instructor courses. Other courses can be held nationally on customers premises. www.train-a-lift.co.uk 02476 469027

Quality training in chainsaw skills. From the occasional user, to the aspiring arborist. Visit www.treeschool.co.uk or call 07974715099 for more information and to discuss your needs. (1/11/09)

Training Courses for people working or leading others in the hills, mountains, or upland areas. Courses cover Safety, Navigation, Leadership and Technical Skills for Summer and Winter conditions. Approved Mountain Leader Training Provider. See www.widehorizons.org.uk/tyb or email tynyberth@widehorizons.org.uk or call 01654 761678 for further details.

UHI Millennium Institute UHI is a higher education institute based in the Highlands and Islands of Scotland. Many UHI courses can be studied at a distance and are available at undergraduate and postgraduate level. They can be studied as a whole, or individual modules can be studied as CPD. Check www.uhi.ac.uk for details. (1/1/10)

Integrated Environmental Management by distance learning. University of Bath
Courses include 3 year MSc, 3 month IEMA Associate Membership course, 3 month specialist environmental management topics. Contact Sue Cox: Email iem@bath.ac.uk, telephone +44 (0)1225 386405. www.bath.ac.uk/iem/ (1/11/09)

World leading research in each of our research groups (RAE 2008). £25 million investment in state-of-the-art facilities. £12 million funding in Research Council grants; top six UK university for successful NERC awards. High quality research supervision develops and nurtures the scientific potential of all graduates. www.exeter.ac.uk/biosciences (1/3/10)

The University of Cumbria offers courses at undergraduate, postgraduate and further education level, in a range of subject areas that includes agriculture, conservation, environment and sustainability, and woodland management. Its Newton Rigg campus near Penrith is home to the National School of Forestry. For more information, please visit the website at www.cumbria.ac.uk (1/10/09)

Short courses in Outdoor Learning, Sustainability and Global Citizenship, University of Glamorgan:

Outdoor Learning, Sustainability / Global Citizenship - Short Courses linking to valuable work that exists in the community/workplace. Academic and practical elements address actions for SGC through the use of outdoor learning in the community in areas such as sustainable lifestyles/education, health and well-being, conservation and, community and environmental regeneration. www.glam.ac.uk Kim Polistina, Outdoor Learning 01143 482770/24551 (1/11/09)

Warwick HRI is at the forefront of research and teaching in plant and environmental sciences. We offer a range of taught and research degrees including BSc Environmental Biology, MSc Environmental Bioscience in a Changing Climate & OhD in Plant and Environmental Sciences. www.warwick.ac.uk/go/whri/study, whri.msc@warwick.ac.uk 024 7657 4995 (CJS)

WCoH is the ideal centre for anybody interested in the land-based industries. The premier land-based College of Wales provides qualifications from entry level through to degree level in animal care, equine, floristry, horticulture, and machinery. Full and part time, and work-based learning options are available in all subject areas. 01352 841000 info@wcoh.ac.uk www.wcoh.ac.uk (1/12/09)

Wildernessexperiences are based in the Scottish Highlands and provide training in practical environmental education, woodland skills and bushcraft. We are registered as a CPD training provider with Learning Teaching Scotland. We also run courses, trips and expeditions in mountaineering and open canoeing as well as canoe based bushcraft courses. Please see our main website. www.wildernessexperiences.co.uk (1/9/09)

Wildeye run a number of courses, workshops and training expeditions for aspiring wildlife and conservation film-makers and enthusiastic amateurs. If you are just starting out we suggest you start with the Introduction to Wildlife Film-making weekend in Norfolk. Explore the website for the range of training opportunities: www.wildeye.co.uk

WildWise Events offer an exciting programme of cutting edge training courses to develop skills and resources and to inspire professionals working in the field of outdoor and environmental education, e.g. teachers, forest school leaders, youth workers. Courses include Environmental Storytelling, Forest Skills and the Muir Trek Leadership Training. 01803 868269, www.wildwise.co.uk (CJS)

Wildwood Trust is a charity for the conservation of British Wildlife. We provide training on small mammal surveying, dormouse handling, water voles, mammal identification and more, all using our unique animal collection. We can tailor a course to suit your group/organisation. Contact Hazel Ryan on 01227 711900 or hazel@wildwoodtrust.org (CJS)

We offer the only professional Level 3 NCFE Certificate in Bushcraft Leadership which starts in September '09 for 10 months. Interviewing May & July for 2009/10 instructor places. Many other shorter professional bushcraft and general interest courses are available in West Sussex. Please see website www.woodcraftschool.co.uk or call 01730 816299. (1/11/09)

With a relaxed, fun and friendly approach we can teach you many different aspects of bushcraft, including building your own shelter, collecting and purifying water, fire lighting by friction, game preparation, navigation, natural foods, off road driving, canoe building, fungi identification and desert survival. www.woodland-ways.co.uk

WoodNet Training near Flimwell, East Sussex. Short courses on woodland management, wood products and craft skills run in partnership with Plumpton College at Flimwell. Subjects include coppice products, charcoal making, trug making, hurdles, green woodwork, archaeology, machinery & hand tools, tree climbing, first aid. More information at www.woodnet.org.uk

Writtle College, Chelmsford Essex, www.writtle.ac.uk - one of the UK's leading providers of education in conservation and environment. The College provides full and part-time vocational training, University of Essex Foundation and Honours degrees and Postgraduate programmes, as well as short courses and training programmes for employers within the countryside sector. (1/04/10)

Yellow Wood based near Hay in Herefordshire, we facilitate learning about woodlands in a 30 acre ancient semi-natural woodland. We teach bushcraft, woodland crafts, treeclimbing and chainsaw use. We have a campsite for visitors, and are developing an arboretum and nursery. www.yellowwood.co.uk info@yellowwood.co.uk (CJS)

Yorwoods can provide up to 70% funding for training courses for the Forestry and Woodlands sector in the Yorkshire & Humber region. If you work in a business, organisation or social enterprise dependant on forestry or woodland products, you could be eligible. Contact carrick@yorwoods.org.uk for more details