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The next instalment of our Meet the Team series, this one comes from Data Manager Carla: Discovering first hand the importance of outdoor education.
We all recognise the importance of getting children outside and learning, however it’s been a while since any of the Team were the ones taking part in outdoor education. We’re now seeing it from the other side and Carla describes the recent field trip that her daughter Sansa went on.[more]
The winners of the British Wildlife Photography Awards 2024 were unveiled this month. An image of a football covered in invasive goose barnacles, having travelled thousands of miles to reach the UK shores, has taken the top prize in this prestigious award. CJS has been sponsoring the British Wildlife Photography Awards since their first competition in 2009 and in the 2023 we sponsored the Botanical Britain category. [more]
The third article from our Featured Charity for 2024: The Rivers Trust. Not just for nerds: Why data makes a difference, written by Rebecca Duncan, Media & Events Lead
Science and data are at the core of The Rivers Trust’s mission. Our work in passionately advocating for rivers and the communities who care for them is built on foundations of robust, reliable evidence. [more]
Do you know how to protect yourself from Lyme disease? Lyme Disease UK is on a mission to prevent cases of Lyme disease by raising awareness of the importance of tick bite prevention and what to do if you are bitten by a tick. [more]
Introducing Countryside Jobs Service But I already know CJS I can hear you thinking. Yes, I’m sure you do but I doubt you know everything about CJS so we feel it may be time to re-introduce ourselves. Apologies for the longer than usual notice but we have a lot to say! [more]
Value and vocation: the current state of pay and prospects in conservation by Lizzie Wilberforce, Initiative for Nature Conservation Cymru
Realising your potential as a professional Landscape Manager. Professor Ross Cameron from the University of Sheffield’s Department of Landscape Architecture discusses why innovative Managers are essential for viable, multi-functional landscapes and why an MA in Landscape Management might be your next, best step.
A natural partnership: the growing role of businesses in restoring nature in National Parks by Laura Williams, Senior Partnerships Communications Manager with National Parks Partnerships
April is Stress Awareness Month. The role of Nature in managing Stress: In Everyday Life and Beyond by Trish Darcy, Research Associate, University of York
Microvolunteering Day is on 15 April so why not offer a smidgen of time to make a huge difference for butterflies? Develop your survey skills through the UK Butterfly Monitoring Scheme by Rachael Conway, Monitoring Officer at Butterfly Conservation
The International Dark Skies Festival ended last week, running from 2 to 8 April this year. Presteigne Dark Skies by Leigh Harling-Bowen Presteigne and Norton Community Dark Skies Leader. In January 2024 the community of Presteigne and Norton were awarded International Dark Sky Community Status, the first town in Wales and England and so it was entirely fitting that they wrote about how they achieved this.
20 March was the United Nations International Day of Happiness and we were delighted to showcase Josh who, as his lovely smile shows, is very happy at work! Job Profile: Joshua Styles, Director, Principal Ecologist & Botanical Specialist, Director of Styles Ecology Ltd
Current Edition: CJS Focus on Volunteering in association with Chester Zoo. Published on 6 February 2024, read it here
Next Edition: CJS Focus on Visitor Services. Due for publication in June 2024.
Feature from CJS Focus on Conservation Support Services
As support roles go, the Visitor Centre Assistant is a pretty good example. By: Sarah Parry, Visitor Centre Officer for Natural Resources Wales
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Features from CJS Focus on Volunteering
Zoo Conservation Volunteering: A Unique and Meaningful Experience By: Lindsay Marston, Volunteer Manager
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The winners of the
British Wildlife Photography Awards 2024 have
been unveiled. An image of a football covered in invasive goose
barnacles, having travelled thousands of miles to reach the UK shores,
has taken the top prize in this prestigious award.
More than 14,000 images were submitted into this
year’s competition, with amateur and professional photographers
competing for the £5,000 grand prize.
Ryan Stalker was chosen as this year’s grand prize winner for his powerful image taken in England.
“Above the water is just a football. But below the waterline is a colony of creatures. The football was washed up in Dorset after making a huge ocean journey across the Atlantic,” says Stalker. “More rubbish in the sea could increase the risk of more creatures making it to our shores and becoming invasive species.”
The RSPB Young British Wildlife Photographer of the Year 2024 was
awarded to Max Wood for his image of a coot running across a misty lake
at sunrise. This award is supported by the RSPB to encourage young
people to get involved with nature.
The British Wildlife Photography Awards (BWPA) is a revered showcase of nature photography in Britain and a crucial reminder of what value our woodlands, wetlands and other ecosystems still hold.
CJS sponsor the Botanical Britain category won by Jason McCombe for his image Tiny Forest Balloons of Slime mould (Comatricha nigra) Essex, England.
“The British Wildlife Photography Awards brings to light the spectacular tapestry of Britain’s natural heritage,” says Will Nicholls, Director of BWPA. “This collection is more than just a gallery of images; it is a celebration, a reminder of the enduring beauty of British wildlife and a call to preserve the natural spaces that we are so fortunate to have in Britain.”
Photographers competed in 10 different categories in the adult competition: Animal Behaviour, Animal Portraits, Botanical Britain, Black & White, British Seasons, Coast & Marine, Habitat, Hidden Britain, Urban Wildlife, and Wild Woods. There were 3 age groups in the young competition: 11 and Under, 12-14 years, and 15-17 years.
All awarded images are published by Bird Eye Books in a hardback coffee-table book, which is now available online at bwpawards.org, with a foreword by Steve Backshall.
The 2025 competition is now open for entries at bwpawards.org, and invites photographers of all experience levels to submit their photos of Britain’s nature at its best.
Lyme Disease UK is on a mission to prevent cases of Lyme disease by raising awareness of the importance of tick bite prevention and what to do if you are bitten by a tick.
So many of the those working in the conservation sector, in urban settings as well as rural are at risk of being bitten by a tick. You could be lucky; the tick might not be carrying Lyme disease but if it is, early action is essential for a full recovery.
Do you know how to avoid being bitten and what to look for if you are?
It’s a good idea to share the details to prevent more people suffering from this debilitating disease.
Find out more at https://lymediseaseuk.com/prevention/
CJS Focus. |
Current Edition: CJS Focus on Volunteering in association with Chester Zoo. Published on 5 February 2024, read it here
Next Edition: CJS Focus on Visitor Services. Due for publication in June 2024.
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18/04/2024 Northern Ireland Environment Forum 2024 at Europa Hotel, Belfast 1 Day
agendaNi Contact: nienvironmentforum.com/
Northern Ireland’s major conference on environmental policy and management. The Northern Ireland Environment Forum, organised by agendaNi, is Northern Ireland’s major conference on environmental policy and management.
02/05/2024 Woodland Management and Biochar Workshop at Hexham Auction Mart, Tyne Green, Hexham, NE46 3SG 1 Day
Northwoods Contact: c-js.info/43vVHSi
Northwoods is exploring the opportunities biochar could present for land managers to bring more woods into better management. This structured workshop will explore the different possibilities biochar presents with a wide range of speakers providing insights on a number of key topics.
09/05/2024 Next Level Recording: NFBR Conference 2024 at YMa Pontypridd, Wales 3 Days
National Forum for Biological Recording Company Contact: c-js.info/3IEMJsx
Join a range of speakers from across the biological recording community about how they are taking recording to the next level. Sessions will cover themes such as recorder development, extreme geography, novel technology and the discovery of new species. The third day is an optional field trip.
16/05/2024 The Buzz Club: Citizen Science Virtual Symposium at Zoom 0.5 Day
Biological Recording Company Ltd Contact: c-js.info/43wqZbH
Join us for a citizen science knowledge-sharing event using The Buzz Club projects as case studies. the event will be hosted by Professor Dave Goulson and feature talks on volunteer retention, incorporating PhD research and assessing when to use citizen science as an approach.
23/05/2024 RECLAIM Network Plus Conference 2024 at Barbican Arts And Conference Centre, Silk Street, London, EC2Y 8DS 1 Day
University of Surrey Events Contact: c-js.info/3PYX5HV
Join this unique opportunity to share best practices around GBGI with city officials, business, NGOs, and academics who share a passion for fostering greener and more resilient communities. It will showcase artists’ work around GBGI, the latest research, councils will share their experience of implementing GBGI policies in their community.
04/06/2024 The 16th NESS - Nordic Environmental Social Science Conference 3 Days
Turku, Finland, Åbo Akademi University. Contact: https://ness2024.fi/
The 16th Nordic Environmental Social Science Conference, hosted by Åbo Akademi University in cooperation with the University of Turku, Finland, calls environmental social science scholars for meeting and discussing current challenges related to knowledge (co)production.
05/06/2024 World Environmental Awareness Day-Online Delivery-Adult Learning 0.5 Day
Online, Inspire Culture. Contact: https://c-js.info/48YJAyS
This course aims to raise awareness and to inspire action to protect our planet from climate change and raise awareness of issues around the globe.
17/06/2024 1st Workshop on Wildlife Fertility Control: What Now? What Next? Where To? 2 Days
University of York, The Botstiber Institute for Wildlife Fertility Control. Contact: https://wildlifefertilitycontrol.org/europe-workshop/
The BIWFC Europe will host a workshop on fertility control and wildlife coexistence in Europe on the campus of the University of York, in York, UK, on June 17 and 18, 2024. This two-day event will explore the practical applications of wildlife fertility control in Europe.
19/06/2024 4th European i-Tree Conference & Urban ReLeaf Conference 3 Days
Dalhousie Building, University of Dundee, Dundee City Council. Contact: https://c-js.info/3FIa1w8
Join us at the 4th European i-Tree Conference and Urban ReLeaf Conference, in the beautiful city of Dundee, Scotland. Our theme this year is Turning data into action, in and around the urban forest.
19/06/2024 5th International Social Prescribing Conference 2 Days
London, The National Academy for Social Prescribing and the Social Prescribing Network. Contact: https://c-js.info/4a1TgZM
Building on the success of our previous events, this year's conference will focus on innovation and innovative practices in social prescribing. Our objective is to spotlight pioneering approaches, both nationally and internationally, with a focus on impact and tackling health inequalities.
24/06/2024 Resilient Landscapes for People, Nature and Climate 2 Days
University of Birmingham, British Ecological Society. Contact: https://c-js.info/3HZgSm3
This 2-day symposium supports the creation of a more cohesive community around large-scale land, freshwaters and coastal/marine systems. This event will encourage the sharing of best practice, promote more standardised monitoring and evaluation approaches and support the development of new projects to enhance our evidence base.
25/06/2024 Nature Tech 2024 2 Days
Aspire, 2 Infirmary St, Leeds, LS1 2JP, Ecosystems Knowledge Network. Contact: https://c-js.info/3PBzUTF
Join experts from the public, private, non-profit and academic sectors who are harnessing the potential for digital technologies to transform nature recovery. Displays, presentations, panel discussions and workshops will provide an unrivalled learning and networking opportunity.
26/06/2024 Forest School Research Symposium 3 Days
University of Liverpool, Forest School Association. Contact: https://c-js.info/46LgjaB
The Forest School Association (FSA) and the University of Liverpool look forward to welcoming you to the world’s first International Research Symposium of Forest School. The Forest School Research Symposium is being developed in partnership with the University of Liverpool. It will take place at the University of Liverpool, in the Hub on the 26th – 28th June 2024.
26/06/2024 The Regenerative Agriculture Festival 2 Days
Lannock Manor Farm, Hertfordshire, SG4 7EE, Groundswell Agriculture Ltd. Contact: https://groundswellag.com/
The Groundswell Festival provides a forum for farmers, growers, or anyone interested in food production and the environment to learn about the theory and practical applications of regenerative farming systems.
09/05/2024 Wilder Carbon – Scheme update on projects and buyers, and plans for a Nature and Climate Credit at Online 1 Day
Ecosystems Knowledge Network Contact: c-js.info/4aIWrpA
The Wilder Carbon Standard ensures that high quality conservation projects delivered in the UK result in long-term carbon lock-up and real biodiversity gains. Wilder Carbon then matches these projects to UK buyers who are demonstrably reducing their own emissions.
05/06/2024 Bees and Heatwaves: Preparing For A Warming World (entoLIVE) 0.5 Day
Zoom, Biological Recording Company c-js.info/48kFzVz
As heatwaves become more frequent and intense, it is essential to understand how pollinators respond to such extreme conditions. The Buzz Club's Bees and Heatwaves project is investigating whether bees (honeybees, bumblebees and solitary bees) alter their activity patterns in response to heat events. Free webinar.
Administrative and Office Skills
05/06/2024 Radiological Environmental Protection 1 Day Online
https://c-js.info/2S2sPuG
The course covers all aspects of radiological environmental (non-human biota) assessment, including radionuclide transfer, dosimetry, effects, benchmarks and dispersion, mixing self-guided and interactive lectures with practical exercises using the ERICA Tool. From £899.
25/06/2024 Evidence Synthesis 1 Day at Wallingford
https://c-js.info/482IdiR
This interactive in-person course gives you the knowledge, skills and confidence to carry out an Evidence Review Synthesis for an area of natural environment research. You will gain & improve skills in undertaking an evidence review. The training involves hands-on group exercises in developing review questions & undertaking a review.
Above two courses with UK Centre for Ecology & Hydrology. Contact: 01491 69 2225 UKCEHtraining@ceh.ac.uk
Community Engagement and Environmental Education
06/06/2024 Forest School Training - Level 2-3 Top up 5 Days
Foxburrow Farm, Saddlemakers Lane, Melton, Suffolk, IP12 1NA, Suffolk Wildlife Trust. Contact: 01473 890089 accredited.training@suffolkwildlifetrust.org https://c-js.info/48XM7cr
The Level 2 to Level 3 top up qualification is a way for Forest School Level 2 Assistants to upgrade their existing qualification to become Forest School Leaders.
11/06/2024 Train the Online Trainer 3 Days
Online, UK Centre for Ecology & Hydrology. Contact: 01491 69 2225 UKCEHtraining@ceh.ac.uk https://c-js.info/2HxH0Ty
This interactive and participatory online training course will give you the knowledge, skills and confidence to train other people in formal and informal situations. How to communicate and share your expertise via coaching, training courses, workshops, teaching and knowledge sharing. 3 morning sessions.
13/06/2024 Forest School Assistant (Level 2) Training Course 5 Days
The Level 2 Award for Forest School Assistants qualification is for people wishing to assist with Forest School sessions and for those already assisting and wishing to gain an accredited qualification
13/06/2024 Forest School Leader (Level 3) Training Course 6 Days
The Level 3 Certificate for Forest School Leaders qualification is the professional standard needed to lead and create your own Forest School Project
Above two courses with Forge Learning, Forge Farm, Cropredy, Banbury, Oxfordshire. Contact: 07807620976 sarah@forge-learning.co.uk https://c-js.info/3IuvrvZ
14/06/2024 Woodland Activity Leader Training Practical Course 3 Days
Tarland, Wild Things. Contact: +441309690450 elspeth@wild-things.org.uk https://c-js.info/2Sa84AK
Once you have completed the theory part of this course online finish the qualification with this 3 day practical to gain the full accredited qualification. Please note, you need to have completed the Woodland Activity Leader Training theory before moving onto the practical.
17/06/2024 Learning Beyond the Classroom (Level 3) Training Course 1 Day
Forge Farm, Cropredy, Banbury, Oxfordshire, Forge Learning. Contact: 07807620976 sarah@forge-learning.co.uk https://www.forge-learning.co.uk/
An accredited training course exploring curriculum-based outdoor learning. Designed to boost confidence and cover all aspects of successfully managing outdoor learning.
18/06/2024 Level 2 Forest School Assistant 4 Days
This four day LASER accredited course is designed for those assisting at an existing Forest School. It includes the Forest School approach to learning and development and basic practical skills. It is taught through practical activity and discussion with a short workbook to be completed.
18/06/2024 Level 3 Award in Outdoor Curriculum Co-ordinatio 11 days over 12 months
The Outdoor Curriculum Leader course will support you in: - Developing a new outdoor curriculum for your school or setting. - Equipping you with practical skills, resources, ideas and inspiration for planning your outdoor curriculum. - The tools and experience to plan and manage the health and safety considerations of leading an outdoor curriculum. - Developing your grounds and wildlife gardens for both improving biodiversity and opportunities for learning.
Above two courses with Hampshire & Isle of Wight Wildlife Trust, based at Swanwick Lakes Nature Reserve. Contact: 01489 570240 forestschool@hiwwt.org.uk https://c-js.info/3huoyTz
19/06/2024 Knots & lashings Forest School Skills Course 1 Day
Foxburrow, Woodbridge IP12 1NA, Suffolk Wildlife Trust. Contact: 01473 890089 accredited.training@suffolkwildlifetrust.org https://c-js.info/35jNH7N
Course for adults working with children & young people to help develop skills used in Forest School sessions. Explore different knots and lashings to enable you to make a variety of play structures at Forest school and create an obstacle course with the individual pieces constructed.
19/06/2024 Somatic nature 1 Day
Dartington, South Devon, WildWise Enterprises CiC. Contact: 01803868269 info@wildwise.co.uk https://c-js.info/3PVtcsO
An introductory day of experiential learning in movement and embodiment practice for leaders/educators; for an understanding of, and skills for working with, the physical body as a place of resource. Includes instruction, movement/somatic/embodiment exercises, group, pair and personal work; theory and discussion.
29/06/2024 Woodland Activity Leader Training 7 Days
Findhorn/Forres, Wild Things. Contact: +441309690450 elspeth@wild-things.org.uk https://c-js.info/2Sa84AK
If you are interested in enhancing your skills to lead groups in a woodland environment, this course will provide you with the learning and knowledge you require. Woodland Activity Leader Training is an accredited outdoor learning course and an alternative to forest school training.
Countryside Management Techniques
10/06/2024 Introduction to Woodland Management AIM L3 2 Days
Coalbrookdale, Small Woods Association. Contact: 01952 432769 office@smallwoods.org.uk https://c-js.info/49R8UYh
This two-day course will help build the background knowledge needed to manage your woodland sustainably and work towards creating resilient, productive woods.
First Aid, Risk Assessment and other Health & Safety Related Courses
08/06/2024 Outdoor First Aid 2 Days
Bishops Wood Countryside Centre, Caswell, Swansea, SA3 3BS, Red-Dragon First Aid in conjunction with Forest School Swansea Neath Port Talbot. Contact: 01792 367118 office@forestschoolsnpt.org.uk https://c-js.info/43JrKhK
Outdoor First Aid courses can be described as emergency care for remote locations. It is not about advanced skills, but being confident and competent in using basic skills for extended periods of time and anticipating changes in the casualties status by good observation and recording of vital signs. The outline course structures and teaching methods are awarded by SQA and RQF accredited Awarding Body/Organisation ITC
10/06/2024 Aquatic Safety Qualification 2 Days
Shoreham by Sea, Lifesigns Group. Contact: 01483 810785 ukoperations@lifesignsgroup.co.uk https://c-js.info/3SZf4j1
Designed for those who work in/around the water, externally accredited by Atlantic Crest. We will take you through 3 levels designed to teach you about the particular risks associated with coastal and inland waters and give you the opportunity to practise with rescue equipment from land and in the water.
14/06/2024 Outdoor Food Safety - Level 2 Award 1 Day
Bishops Wood Countryside Centre, Caswell, Swansea, SA3 3BS, Anubis Ltd in conjunction with Forest School Swansea Neath Port Talbot. Contact: 01792 367118 office@forestschoolsnpt.org.uk https://c-js.info/43JrKhK
The course follows the Level 2 Award in Food Safety syllabus with emphasis on cooking in an outdoors environment and specific requirements of Environmental Health Officers. It covers topics such as types of bacteria, contamination and cross contamination, temperature danger, hand washing and PPE, waste and pests, and stage cleaning. The course concludes with an examination. The qualification is accredited by RSPH.
27/06/2024 First Aid for Forest School Training Course 2 Days
Daventry Country Park, Daventry, Northamptonshire, Forge Learning. Contact: 07807620976 sarah@forge-learning.co.uk https://www.forge-learning.co.uk/
This course will provide you with two qualifications; Level 3 Paediatric First Aid & Level 3 Outdoor First Aid.
Horticulture and Small Holding
01/06/2024 Create your own topiary 1 Day
West Dean, West Dean College. Contact: 01243 818 300 option2 bookingsoffice@westdean.ac.uk https://c-js.info/4aGCQr1
Enjoy a talk about the history of topiary and a practical demonstration on cutting techniques, followed by a hands-on workshop to create your own topiary to take away.
07/06/2024 Grow Leader Course - June 2024 8 Days
Grow Wilder, Bristol BS16 1EL, Avon Wildlife Trust. Contact: learningawt@gmail.com https://c-js.info/31wcWTp
Develop an understanding of fundamental growing techniques and holistic landscape management that will prepare you to grow food at allotment, community garden or small market garden scale. Delivered over 8 weeks, this course leads candidates through seven taught sessions plus a final day of student-lead practical demonstrations, micro-teaches and workshops.
13/06/2024 Experience garden design 1 Day in London
https://c-js.info/4aKsoi5
This day provides the perfect concise introduction to the world of garden design.
15/06/2024 Managing and maintaining a mixed herbaceous border 1 Day
https://c-js.info/3ty3FNx
Learn how to manage and maintain mixed herbaceous borders, using both traditional techniques and contemporary methods to create a soft and natural aesthetic.
Above courses with West Dean College. Contact: 01243 818 300 option2 bookingsoffice@westdean.ac.uk
Identification and Field Survey Skills - Herpetology, Fish and Invertebrates
05/06/2024 Longhorn Beetles of the UK Part 2 0.5 Day
Zoom, Biological Recording Company. Contact: https://c-js.info/49bkayD
Learn about some of the smaller and less distinctive species of longhorn beetle occurring across the UK with Wil Heeney (National Longhorn Recording Scheme), with tips on their ID features, ecology and distribution - as well as where and how you might find them.
08/06/2024 Ecology of Bumblebees and their Identification for Beginners 1 Day
Tyland Barn, Kent Wildlife Trust. Contact: 01622 662012 studydays@kentwildlife.org.uk https://www.kentwildlifetrust.org.uk/whats-on/wildlife-study-days
Learn about the biology and ecology of these charismatic insects, how to identify our most common species and practise skills in the field; to include an update on the Bombus subterraneus reintroduction project.
12/06/2024 The Noble Jewel-Wasp: The Range Expansion of a Brood Parasite (entoLIVE) 0.1 Day
Zoom, Biological Recording Company. Contact: https://c-js.info/3wZIzbY
The Noble Jewel-wasp is a recent colonist to Great Britain, recorded for the first time in 1998. This brood parasite has experienced a rapid range expansion throughout England over the past 20 year. Learn how climate change, habitat availability and parasite-host relationships might be responsible.
28/06/2024 An Introduction to Butterflies and Moths 3 Days
Juniper Hall, Field Studies Council. Contact: biodiversity@field-studies-council.org https://c-js.info/3YSqcyh
This beginner course will provide you with the skills to identify British butterflies and moths correctly. Develop an understanding of their ecology and monitoring techniques.
Identification and Field Survey Skills - Mammals
03/06/2024 Hazel Dormouse Ecology and Survey Techniques 1 Day
This introductory course will provide you with the skills and knowledge on how to undertake surveys for hazel dormice. The course is part classroom and part field-based.
03/06/2024 Combined Hazel Dormouse Ecology and Survey with Development and Licensing 2 Days
04/06/2024 Hazel Dormice and Development, including Licensing 1 Day
Advanced course aimed at people who have attended our Dormouse ecology and survey course or are already experienced in undertaking dormouse surveys and have a good understanding of dormouse ecology. Following attendance, you should be able to design appropriate survey and mitigation strategies and successfully apply for dormouse mitigation licences.
Above courses with Richard Green Ecology Ltd, 9C Mill Park Industrial Estate, White Cross Road, Woodbury Salterton, Devon, EX5 1EL, Richard Green Ecology. Contact: 01395 239234 office@richardgreenecology.co.uk https://c-js.info/2HbeKd0
07/06/2024 Discovering UK Seals: Identification, Ecology and Conservation (Online)
https://c-js.info/3JWzYLz
This beginner course is a starting guide to the skills required to begin identifying and observing our native seals in the field. You will learn valuable observational field identification tips, life history characteristics and general ecology of the different seal species found around the British coastline.
14/06/2024 Identification of Bats (MMU) 4 Days at Preston Montford, Shrewsbury
https://c-js.info/413j987
This bat identification course covers the identification, ecology and surveying of British bat species, also providing you with an understanding of the importance of these species for ecology, conservation and recording. The course will be delivered through a combination of seminars, classroom identification sessions and practical field work.
Above courses with Field Studies Council. Contact: biodiversity@field-studies-council.org
28/06/2024 Dormouse Ecology and Conservation (online) 1 Day
Online, Mammal Society . Contact: 02380010981 training@themammalsociety.org https://c-js.info/426AxcI
This one-day course runs from approximately 9:30 am to 3:30 pm and is recognised as the definitive course on dormouse ecology, survey and monitoring. Ideal for those with a general interest, or working towards their Dormouse Handling Licence. The course will be held online and includes information on relevant legislation, dormouse ecology and conservation, survey techniques and habitat management theory, led by expert trainer David Wells.
Identification and Field Survey Skills - Ornithology
01/06/2024 Learning Bird Song 1 Day
Thornden Wood, Blean and South Swale Local Nature Reserves, Kent Wildlife Trust. Contact: 01622 662012 studydays@kentwildlife.org.uk https://www.kentwildlifetrust.org.uk/whats-on/wildlife-study-days
Most species have unique songs. This day will help you identify or recognise birds by sound. Discover the purpose behind their distinctive songs and calls.
29/06/2024 Scottish Island Birds 2 Days
Millport, Field Studies Council. Contact: biodiversity@field-studies-council.org https://c-js.info/3J2hYhX
This beginner-intermediate bird course provides a unique opportunity to embark on a guided ornithological tour of a beautiful, yet accessible, Scottish island. Be inspired and engaged by the expertise of our specialist tutor and enjoy being surrounded by like-minded individuals who share your interests.
Identification and Field Survey Skills - Plants and Habitats
01/06/2024 NVC: Summer Habitat Survey - Understanding and Describing Plant Communities 2 Days
Juniper Hall, Field Studies Council. Contact: biodiversity@field-studies-council.org https://c-js.info/3tPku6N
This intermediate course will provide you with the skills required to confidently use the National Vegetation Classification (NVC) in summer as a framework to approach how plant communities are responding to environmental change.
02/06/2024 Mountain & alpine flowers 1 Day
Cwm Idwal NNR, Snowdonia, Nature's Work. Contact: 07813 727414 jim@natureswork.co.uk https://c-js.info/49B0gwP
This course will help you to recognise and identify mountain and alpine flowers. Snowdonia is home to specialised plants more at home in the European Alps and Arctic environments. We will look at the adaptations and ecology of these plants and develop your skills and confidence in identifying plants in the field.
02/06/2024 A morning at Ham Fen 1 Day
Ham Fen, Kent Wildlife Trust. Contact: 01622 662012 studydays@kentwildlife.org.uk https://www.kentwildlifetrust.org.uk/whats-on/wildlife-study-days
An exciting opportunity to visit Kent's last remaining Fen.
03/06/2024 Heathlands and acid grassland - Species and habitat survey ONLINE 0.5 Day
Online course teaching the main plants found in dry & wet heaths and acid grassland, with tips for easy ID in the field.
04/06/2024 Grasses, Sedges and Rushes - 2 day course 2 Days in Wiltshire/Hampshire
Grass, sedge and rush identification - Salisbury and The New Forest
Above courses with The Species Recovery Trust. Contact: 01722 322539 bookings@speciesrecoverytrust.org.uk https://c-js.info/3SoX2oq
07/06/2024 Using a Flora (MMU) 4 Days
Preston Montford, Shrewsbury, Field Studies Council. Contact: biodiversity@field-studies-council.org https://c-js.info/3YCLC2n
Your course will start with a revision of basic botanical structures and terminology, moving on to detailed study of a range of species, their characteristics and key features. The course will be delivered through a combination of seminars, laboratory identification sessions and practical field work.
07/06/2024 Wildflower Identification 1 Day
Grangemouth, TCV Scotland. Contact: 07483 045 704 t.burden@tcv.org.uk https://c-js.info/3upoZFi
This 1 day course is aimed at those with limited plant identification skills, who are keen to improve their botanical knowledge. The course will provide participants with the confidence to use field guide books and recognise different plant families.
08/06/2024 Using botanical keys NEW 1 Day
Tyland Barn, Kent Wildlife Trust. Contact: 01622 662012 studydays@kentwildlife.org.uk https://www.kentwildlifetrust.org.uk/whats-on/wildlife-study-days
Learn how to use botanical keys to identify wildflowers by understanding the terminology used and looking for the distinguishing
08/06/2024 Wildflowers: Top Ten Families Identification 1 Day at Broomlee Centre, Station Road, West Linton, Scotland
https://c-js.info/4b5xs0H
This course will provide you with an introduction to wildflower families, covering a mixture of the more common and some unusual species, with an opportunity to identify these in the field. It will enable you to build skills in identifying wildflower families, in the presence of an expert tutor.
08/06/2024 Phase 1 Survey with Plant Identification Focus 2 Days at Epping Forest Field Centre
https://c-js.info/3KbY5WI
This intermediate Phase I survey course will focus on helping you develop the botanical knowledge and field skills required to map habitats. Over the course duration, you will have the opportunity to survey and map a variety of habitats.
08/06/2024 Introduction to grasses, sedges and rushes 1 Day at Nettlecomb Court
https://c-js.info/3YQvbAh
This course will provide a perfect beginner introduction to using a key to identify grasses, sedges, and rushes with confidence. It will enable you to develop an understanding of the key features that allow us to identify members of this group and to meet many of the most common species.
Above courses with Field Studies Council. Contact: biodiversity@field-studies-council.org
10/06/2024 Habitat Indicator Species - 2 day course 2 Days in Wiltshire/Hampshire
A two-day course covering the basics of habitat assessment, particularly looking at key indicator species of a range of different habitats.
10/06/2024 Aquatic Plant ID ONLINE 0.5 Day
Online course looking at the key aquatic species of streams, rivers and ponds in lowland Britain
Above courses with The Species Recovery Trust. Contact: 01722 322539 bookings@speciesrecoverytrust.org.uk https://c-js.info/3SoX2oq
11/06/2024 Wildflowers: Top Ten Families Identification 1 Day
Bute Park Visitor Centre, North Rd, Cardiff, Field Studies Council. Contact: biodiversity@field-studies-council.org https://c-js.info/4b5xs0H
This course will provide you with an introduction to wildflower families, covering a mixture of the more common and some unusual species, with an opportunity to identify these in the field. It will enable you to build skills in identifying wildflower families, in the presence of an expert tutor.
11/06/2024 Identifying Trees in Summer 1 Day
Betws Bledwrs, Lampeter, SA48 8PB, Denmark Farm Conservation Centre. Contact: 01570 493358 info@denmarkfarm.org.uk https://www.denmarkfarm.org.uk/
Would you like to identify trees by leaf, shape and colour? Or develop your identification skills further, then join us on this workshop. We will look at leaves, bark, tree shape and more. There are an amazing variety of tree species here, making it perfect for identifying trees in summer.
13/06/2024 Habitat Indicator Species - 2 day course 2 Days in Wiltshire/Hampshire
A two-day course covering the basics of habitat assessment, particularly looking at key indicator species of a range of different habitats.
13/06/2024 Grassland Plant Identification and Survey 1 Day at Box Hill
A one-day course aimed at improving attendees? skill and confidence with identifying the main species of grasses and flowers found in semi-improved and unimproved grassland habitats
Above courses with The Species Recovery Trust. Contact: 01722 322539 bookings@speciesrecoverytrust.org.uk https://c-js.info/3SoX2oq
15/06/2024 Field Identification of Common Grass Species 1 Day at Preston Montford, Shrewsbury
https://c-js.info/3YX4hWH
This beginner-intermediate grass identification course is designed to help you understand the structure and field characters of common grasses. You will have the opportunity to take your learnings into the field and explore various lowland habitats on the course including: woodland, riverside, pond, meadow and pasture.
15/06/2024 Habitat Surveying: An Introduction 1 Day at Epping Forest Field Centre
https://c-js.info/4aZd5SX
This course is designed to give a theoretical and practical experience in botanical and habitat survey techniques available in the UK. You will learn how to select the appropriate methods for vegetation surveying and data collection in different habitats.
15/06/2024 Ferns: An Introduction 1 Day at Epping Forest Field Centre
https://c-js.info/3O8wXcG
During this course, you will start by looking at the basics of the biological definition of a fern and their place in the plant kingdom. You will be introduced to the common fern species found in the UK, studying their biology, ecology and key differences.
Above courses with Field Studies Council. Contact: biodiversity@field-studies-council.org
17/06/2024 Woodlands - Botanical Survey ONLINE 0.5 Day
Online, Species Recovery Trust. Contact: 01722 322539 bookings@speciesrecoverytrust.org.uk https://c-js.info/3SoX2oq
Online course teaching the main plants to look our for in woodlands, with tips for easy ID in the field.
17/06/2024 Plant Identification in the Field 5 Days at Canterbury and local reserves
Five days learning to identify and record wild plants in nature reserves in Kent.
18/06/2024 Broad-leaved Trees in Spring 1 Day at Tyland Barn
Learn to identify trees and shrubs by their flowers and leave
Above two courses with Kent Wildlife Trust. Contact: 01622 662012 studydays@kentwildlife.org.uk https://c-js.info/3MOQDBQ
19/06/2024 Habitat Indicator Species ONLINE 0.5 Day
Online, Species Recovery Trust. Contact: 01722 322539 bookings@speciesrecoverytrust.org.uk https://c-js.info/3SoX2oq
An online course giving participants an overview of terrestrial lowland habitats and the key indicator species which define them
21/06/2024 Grasses, Sedges and Rushes (MMU) 4 Days
Preston Montford, Shrewsbury, Field Studies Council. Contact: biodiversity@field-studies-council.org https://c-js.info/46ZkNd5
This Grasses, Sedges and Rushes course will provide you with an understanding of the importance of these species for conservation, ecology and recording. The course will be delivered through a combination of seminars, laboratory identification sessions and practical field work.
22/06/2024 Start to Identify Grasses Workshop 1 Day
Falls of Clyde SWT Reserve, New Lanark, BSBI. Contact: botany@opus44.co.uk https://c-js.info/4alskEC
This workshop aims to introduce identification of common grasses to beginners and improvers who already have a basic grasp of plant ID. There will be a mix of classroom study and fieldwork, much of it in small groups with expert tutors. Places are limited, booking essential.
22/06/2024 Trees: Summer Identification 1 Day at London: Bushy Park
https://c-js.info/3SnOlfR
This beginner course will introduce you to British trees, exploring tree biology, ecology, and identification. You will be introduced to the two main types of tree found in the UK (coniferous and broadleaf trees) and will study their key differences, biology and ecology.
22/06/2024 Wildflowers: Top Ten Families Identification 1 Day at Buckden Village Hall, Buckden, Skipton, North Yorkshire
https://c-js.info/4b5xs0H
This course will provide you with an introduction to wildflower families, covering a mixture of the more common and some unusual species, with an opportunity to identify these in the field. It will enable you to build skills in identifying wildflower families, in the presence of an expert tutor.
22/06/2024 Wildflowers: An Introduction to Botanical Skills 2 Days at Juniper Hall
https://c-js.info/3SlGJum
This beginner-level course will introduce you to the key features of flowering plants and guide you through using these to identify wildflowers. As you become familiar with the features of plants from a range of different species, your confidence and ability to use field guides and identification keys will grow.
Above courses with Field Studies Council. Contact: biodiversity@field-studies-council.org
24/06/2024 Invasive Species ONLINE 0.5 Day
Online course covering the most important invasive plants and animal in the UK.
25/06/2024 Midsummer Grass Identification 1 Day at Old Sarum
A one-day course giving participants confidence in identifying key grasses of neutral and unimproved calcareous grassland and an overview of using grass indicator species for habitat assessment
25/06/2024 Grass Identification 1 Day at Old Sarum
A one-day course giving participants confidence in identifying key grasses and sedges; a good feel for grass groups of neutral and unimproved calcareous grassland and a chance to learn memorable features, allowing grasses in any condition to be identified to species level
27/06/2024 Wildflower Identification and Survey 1 Day in Wiltshire
A one-day course giving participants the ability to identify the wildflowers in semi-improved neutral and calcareous grasslands, a good understanding of key indicator species and an introduction to yellow composites
Above courses with The Species Recovery Trust. Contact: 01722 322539 bookings@speciesrecoverytrust.org.uk https://c-js.info/3SoX2oq
28/06/2024 NVC Grasslands (MMU) 4 Days at Preston Montford, Shrewsbury
https://c-js.info/3XBv89N
This NVC course will explain the methodology, with a specific emphasis on identifying grassland indicator species. You will also be introduced to a range of different communities and explore the tools and techniques available to support correctly classifying a community.
28/06/2024 Wildflowers: Top Ten Families Identification 1 Day at Juniper Hall
https://c-js.info/4b5xs0H
This course will provide you with an introduction to wildflower families, covering a mixture of the more common and some unusual species, with an opportunity to identify these in the field. It will enable you to build skills in identifying wildflower families, in the presence of an expert tutor.
29/06/2024 Wildflowers: Top Ten Families Identification 1 Day at Haddon Hall, Bakewell, Derbyshire
https://c-js.info/4b5xs0H
This course will provide you with an introduction to wildflower families, covering a mixture of the more common and some unusual species, with an opportunity to identify these in the field. It will enable you to build skills in identifying wildflower families, in the presence of an expert tutor.
29/06/2024 Identifying Plants of Limestone Habitats 2 Days at RSPB Leighton Moss Visitor Centre
https://c-js.info/3SHp7Yj
On this beginner-intermediate course you will immerse yourself in the limestone landscape, learn how to use field guides for accurate identification, and gain an understanding of the influence of geology on plants.
Above courses with Field Studies Council. Contact: biodiversity@field-studies-council.org
Photography
13/06/2024 Garden photography - the power of observation and composition 1 Day
West Dean, West Dean College. Contact: 01243 818 300 option2 bookingsoffice@westdean.ac.uk https://c-js.info/3TRt3ID
This course is designed for garden lovers who wish to gain a greater understanding of plant photography.
Environmental Education
Level 3 Forest School Leader by Forest School Swansea Neath Port Talbot
Distance Learning
Grant Writing for Wildlife Conservation by WildTeam UK
Forest Gardening Course with The Orchard Project
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