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Countryside Management Techniques

Typical courses include: Sustainable Woodland Management, Coastal Dune Management, Ponds for Wildlife, Managing for Biodiversity. 

Practical courses (chainsaw certificate etc) have a separate page (click Next button at foot of page).
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March   Duridge Bay Partnerships: Visiting a Wetlands & Coastal Site 1 North East Countryside Management Association (CMA)   cma@writtle.ac.uk  
10/03/2010   Integrating the needs of farmland wildlfie in lowland livestock/mixed farming systems 1 Cornwall RSPB 01767 693308 conservation-advice@rspb.org.uk www.rspb.org.uk
11/03/2010   Introduction to Permaculture 2 Brighton Brighton Permaculture Trust     www.brightonpermaculture.co.uk
11/03/2010   Sustainable Water Management - Go With The Flow 2 Losehill Hall Peak District NPA 01433 620373 training.losehill@peakdistrict.gov.uk www.losehilltraining.org.uk
13/03/10   Ponds and Wetlands 2 Jupiter  Wildlife Centre, Grangemouth  BTCV Scotland  01786 479697   www.btcv.org/scotland
14/03/2010   Butterfly Conservation Work party 1 Devil's Dyke, Newmarket Butterfly Conservation 01223 263692 vincelea@btinternet.com  
14/03/2010   Butterfly Conservation Work party 1 Witherslack Woods Butterfly Conservation 01539 532076    
15/03/2010   Habitat Creation 3 Losehill Hall Peak District NPA 01433 620373 training.losehill@peakdistrict.gov.uk www.losehilltraining.org.uk
17/03/2010   Marine Wildlife - Working Together Towards a Batter Understanding  1 Battleby Sharing Good Practice, SNH 01738 458555 sgp@snh.gov.uk www.snh.org.uk/sgp
18/03/2010   Understanding the Uplands: Shaping the future for recreation & conservation 1 Derbyshire British Mountaineering council 0161 4383333 cath@thebmc.co.uk www.thebmc.co.uk
18/03/2010   Wild Ennerdale - a landscape approach to managing a remote Lakeland valley 1 Ennerdale Countryside Management Association (CMA)   cma@writtle.ac.uk  
19/03/2010   Wildlife garden Design 1 Kings Cross BTCV London 0207 2784294 london@btcv.org.uk  
22/03/2010   OCN Sustainable Woodland Management  5 Hampshire Sustainability Centre 01730 823166 courses@sustainability-centre.org www.sustainability-centre.org
23/03/2010   Marketing your park & promoting it's events 1 Reading Institute of Parks & Green Space   stuartm@ipgs.org.uk http://www.ipgs.org.uk/Workshops.php  
23/03/2010   Living Landscapes & Junior rangers 1 Lowestoft Countryside Management Association (CMA)   cma@writtle.ac.uk  
25/03/2010   Woodland Management 3 Dulwich Upper Wood BTCV London 0207 2784294 london@btcv.org.uk  
25/03/2010   The Future of Wildlife in British Woodlands 1 Reading Butterfly Conservation     http://www.butterfly-conservation.org/text/2751/international_symposia.html
26/03/2010   Butterfly Conservation 6th International Symposium 3 Reading Butterfly Conservation     http://www.butterfly-conservation.org/text/2751/international_symposia.html
27/03/2010   Practical Permaculture Gardening 2 Brighton Brighton Permaculture Trust 01903 218963   www.brightonpermaculture.co.uk
30/03/2010   Bat Mitigation Techniques 1 Exeter Area Acorn Ecology Ltd 01392 682401 info@acornecology.co.uk www.acornecology.co.uk
April   Wildlife, History, birds, seals, management & a way of life 1 Farne Islands Countryside Management Association (CMA)   cma@writtle.ac.uk  
13/04/2010   Wet grassland management for breeding waders 1 Shropshire RSPB 01767 693308 conservation-advice@rspb.org.uk www.rspb.org.uk
16/04/2010   Self Building an Earthship 3 Brighton Brighton Permaculture Trust 01903 218963   www.brightonpermaculture.co.uk
20/04/2010   Introduction to Photovoltaics 1 Brighton Brighton Permaculture Trust     www.brightonpermaculture.co.uk
22/04/2010   Building you own visitor centre from local timer 1 Sheffield Countryside Management Association (CMA)   cma@writtle.ac.uk  
23/04/2010   Farm to Fork 3 Powys Centre for Alternative Technology     www.cat.org.uk/shortcourses
27/04/10   Woodland Management Planning  2 SAC Ayr  BTCV Scotland  01786 479697   www.btcv.org/scotland
29/04/2010   Project management  1 London Environmental Trainers Network (BTCV) 0121 3592113 etn@btcv.org.uk www.btcv.org/etn
30/04/2010   Natures Larder in Spring 3 Powys Centre for Alternative Technology     www.cat.org.uk/shortcourses
April / May   Access, Conservation & Interpretation on MOD estates 1 North East Countryside Management Association (CMA)   cma@writtle.ac.uk  
06/05/2010   Woodland Management Introductory Workshop 1 Aylesbury Royal Forestry Society 01442 822028 rfshq@rfs.org.uk www.ieem.net/workshops.asp
08/05/2010   Introduction to Permaculture 2 Brighton Brighton Permaculture Trust     www.brightonpermaculture.co.uk
19/05/2010   Best Use of Environmental Stewardship on an Arable Farm 1 Cambridgeshire RSPB 01767 693308 conservation-advice@rspb.org.uk www.rspb.org.uk
20/05/2010   Byelaw Enforcement & trip on Norfolk Broads 1 Great Yarmouth Countryside Management Association (CMA)   cma@writtle.ac.uk  
20/05/2010   Project management  1 Newcastle Environmental Trainers Network (BTCV) 0121 3592113 etn@btcv.org.uk www.btcv.org/etn
20/05/2010   Managing Woodfuel & Wildlife 1 East Sussex RSPB 01767 693308 conservation-advice@rspb.org.uk www.rspb.org.uk
22/05/10   Phase 1 Habitat  2 SAC Ayr  BTCV Scotland  01786 479697   www.btcv.org/scotland
27/05/2010   Managing Woodfuel & Wildlife 1 Surrey / Hants RSPB 01767 693308 conservation-advice@rspb.org.uk www.rspb.org.uk
27/05/2010   Making Specifications work for Wildlife 1 Milton Keynes RSPB 01767 693308 conservation-advice@rspb.org.uk www.rspb.org.uk
29/05/2010   Growing Vegetables Organically 1 Powys Centre for Alternative Technology     www.cat.org.uk/shortcourses
08/06/10   Looking after your woodland  2 SAC Ayr  BTCV Scotland  01786 479697   www.btcv.org/scotland
10/06/2010   Managing Woodfuel & Wildlife 1 Gloucestershire RSPB 01767 693308 conservation-advice@rspb.org.uk www.rspb.org.uk
11/06/2010   Self Building an Earthship 3 Brighton Brighton Permaculture Trust     www.brightonpermaculture.co.uk

12/06/2010

  Native Plants for Scottish Gardens 1 Edinburgh Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh 0131 248 2937 education@rbge.org.uk www.rbge.org.uk/education
15/06/2010   Best Use of Environmental Stewardship on an Arable Farm 1 Cambridgeshire RSPB 01767 693308 conservation-advice@rspb.org.uk www.rspb.org.uk
15/06/2010   Introduction to Photovoltaics 1 Brighton Brighton Permaculture Trust     www.brightonpermaculture.co.uk
16/06/2010   Self Building an Earthship 3 Brighton Brighton Permaculture Trust     www.brightonpermaculture.co.uk
17/06/2010   Managing Woodfuel & Wildlife 1 Derbyshire RSPB 01767 693308 conservation-advice@rspb.org.uk www.rspb.org.uk
23/06/2010   Managing Urban Greenspace for Wildlife 1 Camden RSPB 01767 693308 conservation-advice@rspb.org.uk www.rspb.org.uk
24/06/2010   Grassland NVC Survey 2 Penrith Ptyxis Ecology 01434 321199 enquiries@ptyxis.com www.ptyxis.com
05/07/2010   Natures Larder in Autumn 3 Powys Centre for Alternative Technology     www.cat.org.uk/shortcourses
22/07/2010   Permaculture Design Course 14 Cornwall Keveral 01579 346487   www.klaudia.co.uk
27/07/2010   Fen & Reed Management for wildlife - conservation & commercial 1 Norfolk RSPB 01767 693308 conservation-advice@rspb.org.uk www.rspb.org.uk
10/08/2010   Reedbed auditing for bitterns - practical workshop 1 Oxfordshire RSPB 01767 693308 conservation-advice@rspb.org.uk www.rspb.org.uk
24/08/2010   Wetland creation - from design to delivery 2 Nottinghamshire RSPB 01767 693308 conservation-advice@rspb.org.uk www.rspb.org.uk
25/08/10   Rescuing Woodlands 1 East Lothian   BTCV Scotland  01786 479697   www.btcv.org/scotland
03/09/2010   Introduction to Woodland Management 3 Powys Centre for Alternative Technology     www.cat.org.uk/shortcourses
18/09/10   Ponds and Wetlands 2 Jupiter  Wildlife Centre, Grangemouth  BTCV Scotland  01786 479697   www.btcv.org/scotland
22/09/2010   Integrating the needs of farmland wildlfie in lowland livestock/mixed farming systems 1 Shropshire RSPB 01767 693308 conservation-advice@rspb.org.uk www.rspb.org.uk
02/10/2010   Woodland Management 1 Ashford, Kent AJS Crafts 01233 820461 info@ajscrafts.co.uk www.ajscrafts.co.uk
02/10/2010   Practical Permaculture Gardening 2 Brighton Brighton Permaculture Trust 01903 218963   www.brightonpermaculture.co.uk
06/10/2010   The value of Urban Greenspace to people & wildlife 1 Milton Keynes RSPB 01767 693308 conservation-advice@rspb.org.uk www.rspb.org.uk
19/10/2010   Sustainable Reedbed Management 1 Somerset RSPB 01767 693308 conservation-advice@rspb.org.uk www.rspb.org.uk
03/11/10   Tree Planting  1 Borders  BTCV Scotland  01786 479697   www.btcv.org/scotland
8/11/2010   OCN Sustainable Woodland Management  5 Hampshire Sustainability Centre 01730 823166 courses@sustainability-centre.org www.sustainability-centre.org
03/12/2010   Practical Woodland Management: Coppicing & Products 3 Powys Centre for Alternative Technology     www.cat.org.uk/shortcourses
throughout 2009   Environmental Conservation Workshop - ‘What Will It Take? 1 Brighton? Wildlife Trust for All 07906 697226 / 01273 748405    
Various   Butterfly Conservation Work party 1  
 
East Kent
 
 
 
Butterfly Conservation
01303 815171- 07918 767634   www.dengewoods.org
tbc   Legacy or Lunacy' Conservation Issues associated with creating Olympic Park 1 North London Countryside Management Association (CMA)   cma@writtle.ac.uk  
arrangement   Conservation Management Course with BASIS 3 Loddington, Leics or arranged Game & Wildlife Conservation Trust 01425 651013  lferguson@gct.org.uk www.gct.org.uk (Advisory link)
tba   Hedgerows - Surveying & Management for Wildlife Conservation & Habitat Protection ? Goxhill, N Lincs Protected Species Projects Ltd 01469 535049 angie.neave@pspl.co.uk www.pspl.co.uk

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  Ranger Training ? Goxhill, N Lincs Protected Species Projects Ltd 01469 535049 angie.neave@pspl.co.uk www.pspl.co.uk
ad hoc Woodland Management 3 Childer Wood Heavy Horses Ltd 01531 640236   www.heavyhorses.net
ad hoc Tree Planting & Individual Tree Protection tbc Enfield Capel Manor College 020 8366 4442 andrew.lederer@capel.ac.uk www.capel.ac.uk
ongoing Farming & Wildlife Advisory Group training courses usually 1 UK wide FWAG     www.fwag.org.uk/events

 

10/3/10 Integrating the needs of farmland wildlife in lowland livestock/mixed farming systems

Explains how the requirements of priority farmland birds & wider wildlife can be practically integrated within different types of lowland livestock/mixed farming systems. conservation-advice@rspb.org.uk  Sue Lawson, Conservation Advice Co-ordinator 01767 693308

 

11/3/10 Introduction to Permaculture

A two day course introducing the basics of permaculture & show how this approach can be applied. www.brightonpermaculture.org.uk

 

15/3/10 Habitat Creation

For anyone involved in habitat creation, including landscape architects, countryside advisers, managers & ecologists. For more details & to book a place www.losehilltraining.org.uk

 

17/3/10 Marine wildlife – working together towards a better understanding with Sharing Good Practice Team at SNH

Scottish seas and coasts support a wealth of wildlife, and marine wildlife tourism is becoming an important part of Scotland’s economy. Brings together those most closely involved with marine wildlife and related industries: tour operators, scientists, NGOs, managers,  policy makers and others, to exchange information and share experiences. We will discuss how information can be collected and exchanged, now and into the future, in order to better understand and protect our precious wildlife. www.snh.org.uk/sgp

 

18/3/10 Understanding the Uplands: Shaping the future for recreation & conservation

For policy makers, researchers & agencies involved in managing access & conservation of uplands. Discuss societal, economic & environmental trends shaping the management of access & conservation in our uplands & share experiences of responses to these trends & the challenges now facing us. 0161 4383333 Cath@thebmc.co.uk  www.thebmc.co.uk

 

19/3/10 Wildlife Garden Design

Learn basic garden design concepts & apply these to develop & enhance your garden or site to attract a greater diversity of wildlife. 0207 278 4294 london@btcv.org.uk

 

22 – 26/3/10 OCN Sustainable Woodland Management (accredited by Open College Network)

This level three accredited course covers the principles & practice of sustainable woodland management with Ben Law. Non-residential £350 Residential £428 01730 823166 courses@sustainability-centre.org  www.sustainability-centre.org

 

23/3/10 Marketing your park & promoting its events, Institute of Parks & Green Space

Outlines the key elements of marketing & explores how they can be applied to the green space environment. This course is for parks professionals responsible for marketing their green spaces & for increasing visitor numbers by organising events within their parks. http://www.ipgs.org.uk/Workshops.php   stuartm@ipgs.org.uk

 

25 & 26/3/10 Woodland Management

Examine types & classifications of woodlands. Use survey & mapping methods & learn about the management techniques used to maintain & enhance the woodland habitats in management planning. 0207 2784294 london@btcv.org.uk

 

25/3/10 The Future of Wildlife in British Woodlands

This one-day conference linked to Butterfly Conservation’s International Symposium, will focus on how woodlands can be sustainably managed for wildlife. http://www.butterfly-conservation.org/text/2751/international_symposia.html 

 

26 – 28/3/10 Butterfly Conservation’s 6th International Symposium

Includes reviews of progress towards the 2010 target from the UK, Europe and countries throughout the world, as well as the latest science on how to reverse the decline of butterflies and moths, and conserve habitats. The Symposium will end with a forward look at future challenges, including the impact of climate change. http://www.butterfly-conservation.org/text/2751/international_symposia.html  for details.

 

27/3/10 Practical permaculture gardening

This course explores how Permaculture Design can be used to create beautiful, productive and wildlife-friendly gardens. http://www.brightonpermaculture.org.uk/

 

30/03/10 Bat Mitigation Techniques

Classroom based course taught by Dr Sandie Sowler MIEEM. Course covers techniques to mitigate for roost loss from a range of structures, as well as giving mitigation suggestions for loss of foraging & commuting routes.  Species specific advice will be given, along with case studies of successful & unsuccessful schemes. 01392 682401 info@acornecology.co.uk  www.acornecology.co.uk 

 

13/4/10 Wet grassland management for breeding waders

A practical look at the technical best practice requirements to successfully restore & manage wet grasslands for breeding waders & other wetland wildlife covering the ecology of key species & cover practical topics such as hydrological control, sward management & grazing regimes. conservation-advice@rspb.org.uk  Sue Lawson, Conservation Advice Co-ordinator 01767 693308

 

16/04/2010 Self-building an earthship

This course is for anyone thinking about building their own home and anyone interested in learning about Earthships and includes practical workshops http://www.brightonpermaculture.org.uk/

  

20/4/10 Introduction To Photovoltaics

The basics of off-grid solar electrics. www.brightonpermaculture.org.uk

 

29/4/10 Project management

Aims to provide those new to project management with tools & techniques, encourage a systematic approach to project planning & delivery & recognise the importance of effective teamwork. Fees: £110/ £165 + VAT 0121 359 2113 etn@btcv.org.uk

 

6/5/10 Woodland Management Introductory Workshop

Morning workshop looking at basic woodland management including how a woodland grows,  seeds & planting, establishment & sustainability. Afternoon spent in RFS Hockeridge & Pancake Woodland practising techniques. 01442 822028 rfshq@rfs.org.uk  www.rfs.org.uk

 

8/5/10 Introduction to Permaculture

A two day course introducing the basics of permaculture & show how this approach can be applied. www.brightonpermaculture.org.uk

 

19/5/10 Best use of Environmental Stewardship on an arable farm

Find out how to maximise farm wildlife conservation on farmland: how to determine which species to focus on, putting together the right package of measures & how to manage them to get the best results for the farmer & the wildlife. conservation-advice@rspb.org.uk  Sue Lawson, Conservation Advice Co-ordinator 01767 693308

 

20/5/10 Project management

Aims to provide those new to project management with tools & techniques, encourage a systematic approach to project planning & delivery & recognise the importance of effective teamwork. Fees: £110/ £165 + VAT 0121 359 2113 etn@btcv.org.uk

 

20/5/10 Managing woodfuel & wildlife

Explore the various woodland management operations that provide woodfuel, how they can help the conservation of priority wildlife, & how to ensure sustainable harvesting to avoid adverse impact on wildlife. It will also review the main grants available for managing woods for woodfuel & wildlife.   conservation-advice@rspb.org.uk  Sue Lawson, Conservation Advice Co-ordinator 01767 693308

 

27/5/10 Making specifications work for wildlife

Improve your understanding & knowledge of wildlife requirements in parks & green spaces. They will enable you to look for, & identify opportunities that help make the management of urban green space better for people & wildlife. conservation-advice@rspb.org.uk  Sue Lawson, Conservation Advice Co-ordinator 01767 693308

 

27/5/10 Managing woodfuel & wildlife

Explore the various woodland management operations that provide woodfuel, how they can help the conservation of priority wildlife, & how to ensure sustainable harvesting to avoid adverse impact on wildlife. It will also review the main grants available for managing woods for woodfuel & wildlife.   conservation-advice@rspb.org.uk  Sue Lawson, Conservation Advice Co-ordinator 01767 693308

 

27/7/10  Fen & reed management for wildlife – conservation & commercial

A practical look at fen & reedbed management techniques, combining conservation & commercial approaches.  Grazing, cutting & water management regimes will be just some of the issues we will cover, whilst utilising the RSPB’s spectacular Sutton Fen reserve as a case study & site visit venue. conservation-advice@rspb.org.uk  Sue Lawson, Conservation Advice Co-ordinator 01767 693308

 

29/5/10 Taster Day: Growing Vegetables Organically with Centre for Alternative Technology (CAT)

Learn about the varieties we use here at CAT, & why. Spend time in the garden learning about the beneficial insects. Pot up some seeds, & take home some of CAT’s seedlings for your own garden. www.cat.org.uk/shortcourses

 

10/6/10 Managing woodfuel & wildlife

Explore the various woodland management operations that provide woodfuel, how they can help the conservation of priority wildlife, & how to ensure sustainable harvesting to avoid adverse impact on wildlife. It will also review the main grants available for managing woods for woodfuel & wildlife.   conservation-advice@rspb.org.uk  Sue Lawson, Conservation Advice Co-ordinator 01767 693308

 

11/6/10 Self Building an Earthship

For anyone thinking about building their own home & anyone interested in learning about earthships. www.brightonpermaculture.org.uk

 

12/6/10 Native Plants for Scottish Gardens

Find out about the native plants of Scotland that will thrive in your garden, their cultivation, habitats and history on this 1-day course. www.rbge.org.uk/education

 

15/6/10 Introduction To Photovoltaics

The basics of off-grid solar electrics. www.brightonpermaculture.org.uk

 

15/6/10 Best use of Environmental Stewardship on an arable farm

Find out how to maximise farm wildlife conservation on farmland: how to determine which species to focus on, putting together the right package of measures & how to manage them to get the best results for the farmer & the wildlife. conservation-advice@rspb.org.uk  Sue Lawson, Conservation Advice Co-ordinator 01767 693308

 

16/6/10 Self Building an Earthship

For anyone thinking about building their own home & anyone interested in learning about earthships. www.brightonpermaculture.org.uk

 

17/6/10 Managing woodfuel & wildlife

Explore the various woodland management operations that provide woodfuel, how they can help the conservation of priority wildlife, & how to ensure sustainable harvesting to avoid adverse impact on wildlife. It will also review the main grants available for managing woods for woodfuel & wildlife.   conservation-advice@rspb.org.uk  Sue Lawson, Conservation Advice Co-ordinator 01767 693308

 

23/6/10 Managing urban green space for wildlife

Improve your understanding & knowledge of wildlife requirements in parks & green spaces. They will enable you to look for, & identify opportunities that help make the management of urban green space better for people & wildlife. conservation-advice@rspb.org.uk  Sue Lawson, Conservation Advice Co-ordinator 01767 693308

 

24 & 25/6/10 Grassland NVC survey

Melmerby, Nr Penrith, Cumbria. A comprehensive & critical look at NVC methodology, as well as covering a range of lowland & upland grasslands at their peak flowering time. This is not an identification course. Beginners should undergo some flowering grass id training first. enquiries@ptyxis.com  01434 321199

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10/8/10 Reedbed auditing for bitterns – practical workshop

Review current best practice reedbed management techniques & bittern ecology & then cover the practical methods of undertaking their own reedbed audits out in the field. conservation-advice@rspb.org.uk  Sue Lawson, Conservation Advice Co-ordinator 01767 693308

 

24/8/10 Wetland creation – from design to delivery

Learn about all stages of the process from design & planning through to bringing in the diggers & dumpers.  We will also consider the statutory requirements of such projects including planning permissions, flood risk assessments & EA licences. NB: 2 day course, cost £140 conservation-advice@rspb.org.uk  Sue Lawson, Conservation Advice Co-ordinator 01767 693308

 

22/9/10 Integrating the needs of farmland wildlife in lowland livestock/mixed farming systems

Explains how the requirements of priority farmland birds & wider wildlife can be practically integrated within different types of lowland livestock/mixed farming systems. conservation-advice@rspb.org.uk Sue Lawson, Conservation Advice Co-ordinator 01767 693308

 

2/10/10 Woodland Management

Learn how to piece together a sound management plan for a woodland & what things in particular you should be doing to maintain or preserve it. Woodland types, applicable laws & sound management practices will all be discussed. 10 – 4pm www.ajscrafts.co.uk 

 

2/10/2010 Practical permaculture gardening

This course explores how Permaculture Design can be used to create beautiful, productive and wildlife-friendly gardens. http://www.brightonpermaculture.org.uk/

 

6/10/10 The value of urban green space to people & wildlife

Improve your understanding & knowledge of wildlife requirements in parks & green spaces. They will enable you to look for, & identify opportunities that help make the management of urban green space better for people & wildlife. conservation-advice@rspb.org.uk  Sue Lawson, Conservation Advice Co-ordinator 01767 693308

 

19/10/10 Sustainable reedbed management

Innovative techniques to manage & restore reedbeds are being developed & trialled at Ham Wall nature reserve. Ground-breaking trials are turning cut reed into sustainable compost. New machinery is turning back the successional clock. Find out more in this practical look forward to a more sustainable approach to reedbed management. conservation-advice@rspb.org.uk  Sue Lawson, Conservation Advice Co-ordinator 01767 693308

 

8 – 12/11/10 OCN Sustainable Woodland Management (accredited by Open College Network)

This level three accredited course covers the principles & practice of sustainable woodland management with Ben Law. Non-residential £350 Residential £428 (prices tbc) 01730 823166 courses@sustainability-centre.org  www.sustainability-centre.org

 

3 – 5/12/10 Practical Woodland Management, Coppicing & Products with Centre for Alternative Technology (CAT) A practical introduction to woodland management in small woodlands, covering growing, harvesting coppice, selecting timber trees & managing under-storey, felling, coppicing, sorting materials, planting and layering, sharpening & safe use of tools such as billhooks. www.cat.org.uk/shortcourses

 

Nature’s Larder: Seasonal Food from the Wild with Centre for Alternative Technology (CAT)

These seasonal courses introduce you to the identification & properties of a range of medicinal & edible

plants, as well as plants with unusual & varied practical uses. www.cat.org.uk/shortcourses

 

Managing parks and urban green space for wildlife

Aimed primarily at contract managers and supervisors, landscape contractors and direct labour workforces with some, or limited ecological knowledge. Aims to improve the basic understanding and knowledge of wildlife requirements. You will be able to look for, and identify opportunities that will help make the management of urban green space better for people and wildlife. www.rspb.org.uk 

 

On arrangement Conservation Management Course with BASIS 

Course can be held at Allerton Project at Loddington in Leicestershire or based at any suitable location nationwide for a gp of 10 or more. Total of 3 days: Tuition for the course lasts two and a half days; followed by a two-hour examination by BASIS on the afternoon of the third day. www.gct.org.uk and follow “Advisory” link.

 

Environmental Conservation Workshop - ‘What Will It Take?  A Deeper Approach to Nature Conservation’ If you care about nature and the environment - and if you want to help make a difference - this workshop will interest you. The workshop is free-of-charge. For details please phone Jonathan on 07906 697226 or 01273 748405.

 

Best use of Environmental Stewardship on an Arable Farm

We will explain how to maximise farm wildlife conservation on an arable farm; how to determine which species to focus on; putting together the right package of measures and how to manage them to get the best results for the farmer and the wildlife. www.rspb.org.uk/conservationtraining

 

Managing Small Woodland

The course covers all aspects of sustainable woodland management, including the felling of trees, using or selling the timber, planting trees and regenerating woodland, as well as woodland ecology and landscape concerns. Full of practical tips, know-how and walks in the woods. www.lowimpact.org

 

Ranger Training. Covers the duties of a ranger & includes information about leading walks, interpretation, site inspections, engaging communities & wildlife & habitat management. A field trip to a local nature reserve will be undertaken during the afternoon session. 01469 535049 angie.neave@pspl.co.uk

 

Hedgerows. This comprehensive course encompasses the theory & practice of hedgerow survey work for conservation & designation for all species of flora & fauna typically encountered. A practical hedgerow survey will be carried out during the afternoon workshop session. 01469 535049 angie.neave@pspl.co.uk  

 

Managing woodland for Biodiversity

We are developing a course on managing woodland for biodiversity; please email Tracy if you are interested on info@thenetherfieldcentre.co.uk www.woodnet.org.uk

                                              

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