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Training Directory:Identification and Field Survey Skills - Plants and Habitats Short Courses

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Identification and Field Survey Skills - Plants and Habitats

 

Practical training in how to identify higher and lower orders of plants, how to classify vegetation groups and invasive alien species, also survey techniques. This page also details courses where a full habitat is considered.

02/06/2023 The Wonder of Trees 1 Day

Nower Wood / Leatherhead, Surrey Wildlife Trust 01372379523 adult.learning@surreywt.org.uk c-js.info/3i9ijES

Learn about the biology of our native trees, how they communicate with each other and why they are so important to us.

Cost £60.00

02/06/2023 Difficult Higher Plants 4 Days

Preston Montford, Shrewsbury, Field Studies Council biodiversity@field-studies-council.org c-js.info/3YsgX8l

This course will provide you with a scientific introduction to the identification of higher plants, use and construction of keys, preparation of voucher specimens, plus surveying and recording.

Cost £360-570

02/06/2023 The Mountain Environment 1 Day

Capel, Curig, Snowdonia, Nature's Work 07813 727414 jim@natureswork.co.uk c-js.info/3mg8PtJ

This workshop is aimed at developing your understanding of the natural world. We take at look at the mountain environment from its geological history to its vegetation and human influences upon the landscape. We will identify general characteristics of rock types, habitats and take a closer look at the wildlife which inhabit this environment. A series of engaging activities are used to help promote our understanding and these will offer ideas for you to use with your own clients

Cost £50

03/06/2023 Grasses as habitat indicators 2 Days

Durham city, Verde-ecology Consultancy 07875544635 juliageno@gmail.com verde-ecologyconsultancy.com/

Grasses are one of the most useful groups to use as key habitat indicators. In this two-day course we will learn the key features to look for in a grass that will help in its identification.

Cost £175

03/06/2023 Building Field ID Skills: Wildflower Families 1 Day

Juniper Hall, Old London Road, Mickleham, Field Studies Council biodiversity@field-studies-council.org c-js.info/3xbBthq

This course will enable you to build skills in identifying wildflower families in the field, in the presence of an expert tutor. You will go out into the field and observe the wide variety that can be found.

Cost £60

03/06/2023 Mountain flowers of Snowdonia 1 Day

Cwm Idwal NNR, Snowdonia, Nature's Work 07813 727414 jim@natureswork.co.uk c-js.info/3mg8PtJ

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.

Cost £50

05/06/2023 Plant Identification in the Field 5 Days

Canterbury, Kent Wildlife Trust 01622 662012 studydays@kentwildlife.org.uk c-js.info/3rMjPOj

Five days learning to identify and record wild plants in nature reserves in Kent.

Cost £200 per person

05/06/2023 Grasses Part 2 (online) 0.5 Day

Online, The Species Recovery Trust 01722 322539 bookings@speciesrecoverytrust.org.uk c-js.info/3SoX2oq

Follow on course looking at another 25 key grass, species which are commonly encountered in the UK.

Cost £44.5

07/06/2023 Introduction to Wild Flowers for Absolute Beginners 1 Day

Sevenoaks, Kent Wildlife Trust 01622 662012 studydays@kentwildlife.org.uk c-js.info/3rMjPOj

Learn how to identify and classify flowers and use an identification book. Practise new skills by using keys to identify flowers collected from habitats in the reserve.

Cost £35 per person per day. Concessionary discount for KWT volunteers, senior citizens, unemployed and students

08/06/2023 Identifying Wildflower Families (Online)

Online, Field Studies Council biodiversity@field-studies-council.org c-js.info/3DWEmqg

Develop your botanical knowledge as you begin to explore the most common UK wildflower families in this beginner to intermediate online course. This 2 week course includes live webinars and a certificate upon completion.

Cost £30

09/06/2023 Wildflower Identification 1 Day

Stirling, TCV Scotland 01786 479697 Scotland-training@tcv.org.uk tcvscotland.eventbrite.com

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.

Cost £65

09/06/2023 Habitat Indicator Species (online) 0.5 Day

Online, The Species Recovery Trust 01722 322539 bookings@speciesrecoverytrust.org.uk c-js.info/3SoX2oq

An online course giving participants an overview of terrestrial lowland habitats and the key indicator species which define them

Cost £50.48

10/06/2023 Grasses for beginners 1 Day

Tyland Barn, Kent Wildlife Trust 01621 662012 studydays@kentwildlife.org.uk c-js.info/3rMjPOj

There are over 150 species of native grasses in Britain. Learn how to identify some of the common species.

Cost £35 per person per day. Concessionary discount for KWT volunteers, senior citizens, unemployed and students

10/06/2023 Grasses - don't just ignore them! 1 Day

Birches Farm, Hidden Herefordshire 07980863577 tim@clan-cic.org c-js.info/3uB92tn

Grasses are often neglected, and this course aims to get the beginner and improver to look again. Led by County Recorder Stuart we will explore the meadows for the common species and examine their differences and similarities. Tutor: Stuart Hedley

10/06/2023 Discovering Botany 2 Days

Amersham Field Studies Centre, Mop End, Amersham, Buckinghamshire, Field Studies Council biodiversity@field-studies-council.org c-js.info/3DYs1C2

Delve into the fascinating world of Botany in this introductory course and enjoy the opportunity to get hands-on with flowering plants. As you become familiar with the features of plants from a range of different species, your confidence and ability in using field guides and identification keys will grow.

Cost £150

10/06/2023 Building Field ID Skills: Wildflower Families 1 Day

Bishops Wood, Crossway Green, Stourport-on-Severn, Field Studies Council biodiversity@field-studies-council.org c-js.info/3xbBthq

This course will enable you to build skills in identifying wildflower families in the field, in the presence of an expert tutor. You will go out into the field and observe the wide variety that can be found.

Cost £60

10/06/2023 Phase 1 Survey with Plant Identification Focus 2 Days

Epping Forest, Paul's Nursery Road, High Beach, Field Studies Council biodiversity@field-studies-council.org 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 of a variety of habitats!

Cost £150

10/06/2023 Grass and Sedge Identification Workshop 1 Day

The Kingcombe Visitor Centre, Dorset Wildlife Trust 01300 320684 kingcombe@dorsetwildlifetrust.org.uk c-js.info/3mcnztI

Learn about the sedges that adorn Kingcombe's old droveways and the grasses which make up the botanically diverse meadows.

Cost £40

15/06/2023 Grasses Identification 1 Day

Nower Wood / Leatherhead, Surrey Wildlife Trust 01372379523 adult.learning@surreywt.org.uk c-js.info/3EWhY18

Discover the huge variety of grasses that populate our chalk grasslands in Surrey.

Cost £60.00

16/06/2023 The Geology of Reculver Country Park 1 Day

Reculver, Kent Wildlife Trust 01622 662012 studydays@kentwildlife.org.uk c-js.info/3rMjPOj

Discover the geological materials used in buildings and shore defences around Reculver and examine a classic coastal cliff section.

Cost £35 per person per day. Concessionary discount for KWT volunteers, senior citizens, unemployed and students

16/06/2023 Around Britain in 25 sedges (online) 0.5 Day

Online, The Species Recovery Trust 01722 322539 bookings@speciesrecoverytrust.org.uk c-js.info/3SoX2oq

Online course looking at the key sedge species which are commonly encountered in UK habitats.

Cost £45

17/06/2023 An Introduction to Fossils 1 Day

Tyland Barn, Kent Wildlife Trust 01622 662012 studydays@kentwildlife.org.uk c-js.info/3rMjPOj

Discover more about fossils, especially those that can be found locally

Cost £35 per person per day. Concessionary discount for KWT volunteers, senior citizens, unemployed and students

17/06/2023 Field Identification of Common Grass Species 1 Day

Preston Montford, Shrewsbury, Field Studies Council biodiversity@field-studies-council.org c-js.info/3YX4hWH

This beginner 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!

Cost £60

18/06/2023 Introduction to Grasses, Sedges and Rushes 1 Day

Slapton Ley, Slapton, Kingsbridge, Field Studies Council biodiversity@field-studies-council.org 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.

Cost £60

18/06/2023 Plant Families Workshop 1 Day

Holyrood Park Education Centre, Edinburgh, EH8 8HG, Botanical Society of Britain and Ireland aileenammeek@gmail.com c-js.co.uk/3Ay1Gsg

Plant Families workshops are ideal for beginner botanists aiming to improve their plant identification. Workshops involve classwork and fieldwork with expert tutors, following the principle of 'finding the family first'. A copy of the Pocket Guide to Wildflower Families is included. Places are limited, booking essential.

Cost £40 (50% discount for BSBI members and full-time students)

19/06/2023 Aquatic Plant ID (online) 0.5 Day

Online, The Species Recovery Trust 01722 322539 bookings@speciesrecoverytrust.org.uk c-js.info/3SoX2oq

Online course looking at the key aquatic species of streams, rivers and ponds in lowland Britain

Cost £49

19/06/2023 Wildflower Identification and Survey 2023 (field course) 1 Day

Salisbury, The Species Recovery Trust 01722 322539 bookings@speciesrecoverytrust.org.uk c-js.info/3SoX2oq

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

Cost £97

19/06/2023 Swiss alpine flowers 1 Day

Solalex, Gryon, Switzerland, Nature's Work 07813 727414 jim@natureswork.co.uk c-js.info/3mg8PtJ

Cost £80

21/06/2023 Discovering Botany (Online)

Online, Field Studies Council biodiversity@field-studies-council.org c-js.info/3Ev3h3E

In this beginner wildflower online course, you will build your understanding of wildflower basics considering their biology, ecology and the structure of flowering plants and be introduced to the species commonly encountered in the UK.

Cost £60

22/06/2023 Wildflower ID on Chalk Grassland 1 Day

Nower Wood / Leatherhead, Surrey Wildlife Trust 01372379523 adult.learning@surreywt.org.uk c-js.info/3EXcvHs

Gain valuable insight into identifying wildflowers from an expert ecologist.

Cost £60.00

23/06/2023 Grasses, Sedges and Rushes 4 Days

Preston Montford, Shrewsbury, Field Studies Council biodiversity@field-studies-council.org c-js.info/3YyB70D

This Grasses, Sedges and Rushes course will provide you with an understanding of the importance of these species for conservation, ecology and recording.

Cost £360-570

23/06/2023 Introduction to Surveying 5 Days

Leeds, The Conservation Volunteers 0113 274 2335 hollybush@tcv.org.uk c-js.info/3Uifa4n

This course runs for five weeks on a Friday Learn why surveying nature is important, how to conduct a habitat survey and then undertake your own self-directed survey. You will learn how to survey birds, trees, ponds, and plants and make your own wildlife friendly feature for your home or garden.

Cost £90

24/06/2023 Discovering Botany 2 Days

Blencathra, Threlkeld, Keswick, Field Studies Council biodiversity@field-studies-council.org c-js.info/3DYs1C2

Delve into the fascinating world of Botany in this introductory course and enjoy the opportunity to get hands-on with flowering plants.

Cost £150

24/06/2023 Identifying Grasses, Sedges and Rushes 2 Days

Blencathra, Threlkeld, Keswick, Field Studies Council biodiversity@field-studies-council.org c-js.info/3k63qnZ

This beginner-intermediate course will help you demystify identifying grasses, sedges and rushes! These are not the easiest plants to learn by yourself, so a weekend focusing on these in the presence of an expert tutor will help you expand this important botanical skill.

Cost £160

24/06/2023 Phase One Habitat Survey 2 Days

Stirling, TCV Scotland 01786 479697 Scotland-training@tcv.org.uk tcvscotland.eventbrite.com

This popular 2 day course will benefit ecologists, land managers, foresters, rangers, planners, environmental consultants and students. The course will provide participants with supervised tuition on how to correctly assess a habitat type using the Phase 1 survey methodology and understand how the information can be used.

Cost £145

25/06/2023 The Ethnobotanist 1 Day

Betws Bledrws, Lampeter, Denmark Farm Conservation Centre 01570 493358 info@denmarkfarm.org.uk c-js.info/2ujBpPj

Ethnobotany is not just the study of trees and plants but it is also how we interact with them, have connected with them and utilised them from the beginning of time. We will look at ecology, herbal medicine, foraging for food, uses of different woods, fire lighting and more!

Cost £60

26/06/2023 Woodlands - Botanical Survey (online) 0.5 Day

Online, The Species Recovery Trust 01722 322539 bookings@speciesrecoverytrust.org.uk c-js.info/3SoX2oq

Online course teaching the main plants to look our for in woodlands, with tips for easy ID in the field.

Cost £49

27/06/2023 Discovering Fungi (Online)

Online, Field Studies Council biodiversity@field-studies-council.org c-js.info/3x7Y8eG

Explore the weird world of fungi! This course will cover: Fungi Biology, Fungi Ecology, Where to Find Fungi, The Importance of Fungi. This is a 4-week online course with live webinars.

Cost £60

27/06/2023 Grass Identification (field course) 1 Day

Salisbury, The Species Recovery Trust 01722 322539 bookings@speciesrecoverytrust.org.uk c-js.info/3SoX2oq

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

Cost £97

29/06/2023 Tree Identification 1 Day

Nower Wood / Leatherhead, Surrey Wildlife Trust 01372379523 adult.learning@surreywt.org.uk c-js.info/3EAvrdx

Learn to use a variety of techniques to identify woodland trees.

Cost £60.00

29/06/2023 Grassland Plant Identification and Survey (field course) 1 Day

Box Hill, The Species Recovery Trust 01722 322539 bookings@speciesrecoverytrust.org.uk c-js.info/3SoX2oq

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

Cost £86

30/06/2023 NVC Grasslands 4 Days

Preston Montford, Shrewsbury, Field Studies Council biodiversity@field-studies-council.org c-js.info/3XBv89N

The National Vegetation Classification (NVC) system is a key standard technique used by ecologists and conservation agencies to describe the various plant communities. This course will explain the methodology behind the technique, gaining the skills needed to classify a range of communities with a focus on identifying all-important indicator species.

Cost £360-570

30/06/2023 Invasive Species (online) 0.5 Day

Online, The Species Recovery Trust 01722 322539 bookings@speciesrecoverytrust.org.uk c-js.info/3SoX2oq

Online course covering the most important invasive plants and animal in the UK.

Cost £45

01/07/2023 Identifying Plants of Limestone Habitats 2 Days

Castle Head, Grange over Sands, Cumbria, Field Studies Council biodiversity@field-studies-council.org c-js.info/3SHp7Yj

You will be exploring the key habitats and encounter many of the species that are characteristic of base-rich soils. The course will be entirely based in the field ? finding plants and identifying them.

Cost £170

01/07/2023 Wildflowers, Orchids and Grasses with Leif Bersweden 2 Days

The Kingcombe Visitor Centre, Dorset Wildlife Trust 01300 320684 kingcombe@dorsetwildlifetrust.org.uk c-js.info/3mcnAhg

Join expert botanist Leif Bersweden and learn how to identify the diverse flora of Kingcombe Meadows.

Cost £160/260

01/07/2023 Plant Families Workshop 1 Day

Dulnain Bridge, Grantown-on-Spey, PH26 3LT, Botanical Society of Britain and Ireland aileenammeek@gmail.com c-js.co.uk/3nbm3II

Plant Families workshops are ideal for beginner botanists aiming to improve their plant identification. Workshops involve classwork and fieldwork with expert tutors, following the principle of 'finding the family first'. A copy of the Pocket Guide to Wildflower Families is included. Places are limited, booking essential.

Cost £40 (50% discount for BSBI members and full-time students)

03/07/2023 Midsummer Grass Identification 2022 (field course) 1 Day

Salisbury, The Species Recovery Trust 01722 322539 bookings@speciesrecoverytrust.org.uk c-js.info/3SoX2oq

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

Cost £97

04/07/2023 Heathland - a Rare & Beautiful Habitat 1 Day

Horsell Common, Surrey Wildlife Trust 01372379523 adult.learning@surreywt.org.uk c-js.info/3moLkyS

Discover more about this unique and globally important habitat through a talk from the Education & Engagement Officer of Thames Basin Heath and then a guided walk.

Cost £40

06/07/2023 Practical Re-wilding (field course) 0.5 Day

Online, The Species Recovery Trust 01722 322539 bookings@speciesrecoverytrust.org.uk c-js.info/3SoX2oq

An immersive course covering the history & potential future of this alternative approach to nature conservation

Cost £185

07/07/2023 Aquatic Plants 4 Days

Preston Montford, Montford Bridge, Shrewsbury, Field Studies Council biodiversity@field-studies-council.org c-js.info/3kCiSIQ

This course will introduce you to the identification of aquatic plants, the key features for discrimination, and the importance of these species for ecology,? conservation, and recording.

Cost £360 - 570

07/07/2023 Site Assessment Using Vegetation 4 Days

Preston Montford, Montford Bridge, Shrewsbury, Field Studies Council biodiversity@field-studies-council.org c-js.info/3kEV3Ac

The course will cover survey and recording techniques, data analysis and methods of evaluating sites including botanical species lists, phase 1 habitat survey, British plant communities, National Vegetation Classification (NVC), and how to put the information into context. There will be lectures, fieldwork and study sessions involving data analysis.

Cost £360 - 570

08/07/2023 Aquatic Plants for beginners 1 Day

Davies Meadow, Hidden Herefordshire 07980863577 tim@clan-cic.org c-js.info/3uB92tn

The world of aquatic plants is often overlooked simply because you can see them without getting wet. On this course you will understand the riparian, marginal, floating and submerged forms that plants can take and learn a few of the key species. Whether you are a developing botanist or a complete beginner come and join us on a watery adventure in the lovely HWT site.

Free Course

08/07/2023 NVC for grasslands 2 Days

Chopwell Meadows, Gateshead/High Moorsley, County Durham, Verde-ecology Consultancy 07875544635 juliageno@gmail.com verde-ecologyconsultancy.com/

Two days of practising how to do quadrats and take samples to be used for NVC surveys especially on grasslands habitats. We will be using Rodwell methodology as well as a program called MAVIS to analyse data.

Cost £175

10/07/2023 How to Create a Woodmeadow 2 Days

Three Hagges Woodmeadow, Escrick, York, Woodmeadow Trust 07874873908 joel@woodmeadowtrust.org.uk c-js.info/3Iqx8wf

Whether you are creating a woodmeadow on half an acre, 25 acres or 150 acres - in a garden, park or field - the principles are the same. Join us for this two day course where we will explore the principles and practice of woodmeadow creation.

Cost £120

15/07/2023 Dragonfly and Damselfly Walk 1 Day

Three Hagges Woodmeadow, Escrick, York, Woodmeadow Trust 07874873908 joel@woodmeadowtrust.org.uk c-js.info/41kINVZ

Learn how to tell apart dragons from damsels, discover their fascinating life cycle, and identify common species. No prior knowledge is required!

Cost £8

15/07/2023 Ethnobotony Overnight - Summer 2 Days

Betws Bledrws, Lampeter, Denmark Farm Conservation Centre 01570 493358 info@denmarkfarm.org.uk c-js.info/2ujBpPj

Ethnobotany is not just the study of trees and plants but it is also how we interact with them, have connected with them and utilised them from the beginning of time. We will look at ecology, herbal medicine, foraging for food, uses of different woods, fire lighting and more!

29/07/2023 The Botany and Ecology of Bogs and Mires 1 Day

Preston Montford, Montford Bridge, Shrewsbury, Field Studies Council biodiversity@field-studies-council.org c-js.info/41tzgfn

This intermediate course will introduce a plethora of habitats, all falling under the umbrella of ?mire?. You will spend time exploring the ecology of these unique habitats and the rich botanical assemblages that can be found there!

Cost £85

29/07/2023 Grasses Identification Workshop 1 Day

Birnam, Botanical Society of Britain and Ireland faithanstey@gmail.com c-js.info/3VeYs6z

This workshop covers identification of common grasses for beginners and improvers who already have a basic grasp of plant ID. It will involve classroom study and fieldwork with expert tutors, and is based on the Start to Identify Grasses booklet, a copy of which is included. Places limited, booking essential.

Cost £40 (50% discount for BSBI members and full-time students)

02/08/2023 Arable Plant Identification and Ecology (field course) 1 Day

Winchester, The Species Recovery Trust 01722 322539 bookings@speciesrecoverytrust.org.uk c-js.info/3SoX2oq

A course to help participants get to grips with arable plants, learn different conservation techniques and arable management options.

Cost £97

02/08/2023 Wildflower Identification 1 Day

Droxford Rd, Nr East Meon GU32 1HR, The Sustainability Centre 01730 823166 courses@sustainability-centre.org c-js.info/3zzDlBS

This beginners’ evening workshop in wildflower identification is suitable for anyone who wants to get more familiar with our native wildflowers. The course will include a tour of some of our beautiful wildflower meadows at The Centre, you will learn the names and defining features of a selection of wildflowers.

Cost £35

04/08/2023 Fern Identification - MMU 4 Days

Rhyd-y-creuau, Betws-y-coed, Field Studies Council biodiversity@field-studies-council.org c-js.info/3OieivO

This Fern Identification course includes botany, ecology and identification of ferns in their natural habitats in North Wales.This course will be spent in the beautiful, rugged landscape of the Snowdonia National Park, looking at Pteridophytes: ferns and their allies, in their natural habitats.

Cost £360-570

05/08/2023 Wildflower Meadows 1 Day

Droxford Rd, Nr East Meon GU32 1HR, The Sustainability Centre 01730 823166 courses@sustainability-centre.org c-js.info/3Ug1h6F

This wildflower meadow course will equip you with the skills and knowledge to create, restore and enhance meadows, with a particular focus on chalk grassland. Whether you want to establish a mini meadow in your back garden or on a large scale, this course is for you. Rachael Mairey will take you on a guided tour of The Sustainability Centre’s beautifully vibrant buzzing meadows and teach you how to establish and manage your own meadow effectively. 

Cost £85

05/08/2023 Exploring Rocky Shores 2 Days

Millport, Scotland, Field Studies Council biodiversity@field-studies-council.org c-js.info/42GOpdx

Rocky shorelines are home to a remarkable diversity of organisms. This immersive beginner course will be a chance for you to explore life on the rocks and in the pools, encountering many of the species that are characteristic of the UK coastline.

Cost £130

08/08/2023 Broad-Leaved Trees ? MMU 3 Days

Preston Montford, Shrewsbury, Field Studies Council biodiversity@field-studies-council.org c-js.info/3Iekcu8

Much of the course will be spent looking at specimens and getting to grips with the the terminology that refers to the shape of leaves and the structure and classification of fruits. You will also practice working with different identification keys in the presence of our expert tutor.

Cost £240 - 380

10/08/2023 Aquatic Plants 2022 (field course) 1 Day

Langford Lakes, The Species Recovery Trust 01722 322539 bookings@speciesrecoverytrust.org.uk c-js.info/3SoX2oq

A 1 day course covering identification of common submerged, floating, emergent and bank-side plant communities

Cost £97

12/08/2023 Botanical Foraging and Folklore 1 Day

Three Hagges Woodmeadow, Escrick, York, Woodmeadow Trust 07874873908 joel@woodmeadowtrust.org.uk c-js.info/3YODnkl

This workshop takes you on a tour of Three Hagges Woodmeadow to discover the past and present uses of various plants species, for medicine, food, and as religious or cultural symbols. We will forage for any edible items currently in season and discuss foraging at different times of the year.

Cost £12

12/08/2023 Plant Identification Using the Vegetative Key 2 Days

Slapton Ley, Slapton, Kingsbridge, Field Studies Council biodiversity@field-studies-council.org c-js.info/3pIBKrL

On this intermediate course you will look at a range of plants, from those usually seen in flower, to grasses sedges and ferns. This course will include: Identification of species, Learning the required vocabulary, Plenty of practice outside using a key to build confidence.

Cost £150

12/08/2023 Field Ecology of Ferns 1 Day

Preston Montford, Shrewsbury, Field Studies Council biodiversity@field-studies-council.org c-js.info/3Myl0wb

During this course, you will be introduced to the common fern species found in the UK, studying their biology, ecology and key differences. Finally, you will look at basic identification of the most common species you may find and practice identifying them in the field.

Cost £70

14/08/2023 Fungi Field Skills (Online) 1 Day

Online, Field Studies Council biodiversity@field-studies-council.org c-js.info/3o1dQrb

This is the perfect course for beginners looking to learn more about the fungi around them and start to identify fungi groups. You will learn valuable observational field skills; what to look for, what to record and how to record it.

Cost £30

17/08/2023 Botany for blanket bog and upland habitats 2 Days

Geltsdale nature Reserve, Cumbria, Verde-ecology Consultancy 07875544635 juliageno@gmail.com verde-ecologyconsultancy.com/


Two days exploring the different upland habitats in Geltsdale and practising to identify the plants associated with the habitats.

Cost £175

18/08/2023 Create a Wildflower Meadow 1 Day

Brockham, Surrey Wildlife Trust 01372 379523 adult.learning@surreywt.org.uk c-js.info/3IqOHNA

Discover how you can create a wildflower meadow, cornfield or wildflower bed in your garden or green space.

Cost £60.00

19/08/2023 Introduction to Grasses 1 Day

Haddon Hall Medieval Park, Bakewell, Derbyshire, DE45 1LA, Field Studies Council biodiversity@field-studies-council.org c-js.info/3WdwQyZ

Grasses can be tricky, so join this beginner course to unveil the myths! You will look at terminology, key structural details and where to find grasses, which will enable you to easily identify 10 common grasses by the end of this course.

Cost £60

23/08/2023 Phase One Habitat Survey 2 Days

Stirling, TCV Scotland 01786 479697 Scotland-training@tcv.org.uk tcvscotland.eventbrite.com

This popular 2 day course will benefit ecologists, land managers, foresters, rangers, planners, environmental consultants and students. The course will provide participants with supervised tuition on how to correctly assess a habitat type using the Phase 1 survey methodology and understand how the information can be used.

Cost £145

26/08/2023 Wildflower Folklore and Foraging 1 Day

Nettlecombe Court, The Leonard Wills Field Centre, Williton, Field Studies Council biodiversity@field-studies-council.org c-js.info/3Mv7qtz

In this beginner course, you will learn about a variety of wildflowers and their traditional uses. You will also learn to identify certain edible plants and how to use them in meals.

Cost £60

26/08/2023 Lichens of Birch and Pine Woodlands 2 Days

Glenmore Lodge, Aviemore, Inverness-Shire, Scotland, Field Studies Council biodiversity@field-studies-council.org c-js.info/3pMIll4

You will be introduced to some of the characteristic lichen species and their identification characteristics as can be seen with a hand lens in the field, as well as investigate the range of substrata present in these habitats and the specific lichen communities these attract, and aspects of their ecology.

Cost £150

29/08/2023 Introduction to Woodmeadows for Conservation Professionals 1 Day

Three Hagges Woodmeadow, Escrick, York, Woodmeadow Trust 07919467175 joel@woodmeadowtrust.org.uk c-js.info/3XQ4I4o

This is a condensed version of our two-day “How to Create a Woodmeadow” workshop, tailored for conservation professionals with some experience of habitat assessment and creation. The workshop will cover: - The value of wooded grasslands for biodiversity, people and livestock. - Woodmeadow design process. - Woodmeadow creation and management. - Restoring wooded grasslands.

Cost £90

30/08/2023 Botanical Anatomy (Online) 1 Day

Online, Field Studies Council biodiversity@field-studies-council.org c-js.info/3jJ6rKI

Build your understanding of botanical anatomy considering the structure and function of leaves, flowers and fruits and seeds, germination and flower fertilisation in this intermediate wildflower course.

Cost £60

01/09/2023 An Introduction Geology NEW 1 Day

Tyland Barn, Kent Wildlife Trust 01622 662012 studydays@kentwildlife.org.uk c-js.info/3MOQDBQ

Investigate rocks and minerals and learn about fossils and plate tectonics

Cost £35 per person per day. Concessionary fee: KWT volunteers, senior citizens, unemployed and students £5 off.

02/09/2023 Ferns for Complete and Utter Beginners 1 Day

Scottish Wildlife Trust, 2 New Lanark Road, New Lanark, ML11 9D, Botanical Society of Britain and Ireland botany@opus44.co.uk c-js.info/3Vstlol

This workshop is for 'complete and utter beginners' in fern identification. Introductory work in the classroom with experienced tutors will be followed by fieldwork in the SWT's Falls of Clyde Reserve. Those with some experience in fern identification are welcome to attend if refreshing. Places are limited, booking essential.

Cost £40 (50% discount for BSBI members and full-time students)

02/09/2023 Intertidal Ecology: Exploring a Scottish Island Rocky Shore 2 Days

Millport, Scotland, Field Studies Council biodiversity@field-studies-council.org c-js.info/42JkJfw

This one day beginner-intermediate course will introduce you to the rocky shore habitat of the beautiful Scottish island of Great Cumbrae and cover important aspects of intertidal ecology, through classroom-based theory and practicals out in the field.

Cost £87.5

02/09/2023 An Introduction to Ferns 1 Day

National Trust Quarry Bank Mill, Styal Road, Wilmslow, Field Studies Council biodiversity@field-studies-council.org c-js.info/3W94eHm

This beginner course is designed to provide you with a basic overview of ferns and their ecology. The course will focus on the identification of common ferns. In the field you will also examine the anatomy, morphology, and taxonomy of ferns.

Cost £60

04/09/2023 Heathland, Acid Grassland and Bogs - Vegetation Survey and Assessment (field course) 1 Day

Brockenhurst, The Species Recovery Trust 01722 322539 bookings@speciesrecoverytrust.org.uk c-js.info/3SoX2oq

Botanical Identification and Survey of Heathland, Acid Grassland and Bog in the New Forest

Cost £99

05/09/2023 Discovering Ferns (Online) 1 Day

Online, Field Studies Council biodiversity@field-studies-council.org c-js.info/3VqrOhe

This course is an introduction to the fern species found in the UK. The course covers their biology, ecology and where you can find them. Focusing on their key features such as fronds, spores and structure.

Cost £45

05/09/2023 Autumn Botany Evening course 10 Days

Tyland Barn, Kent Wildlife Trust 01622 662012 studydays@kentwildlife.org.uk c-js.info/3MOQDBQ

Participants will learn how to confidently identify and record plants and seek confirmation when necessary. They will identify plants in families and genera by the use of keys, specimens and descriptions.

Cost £135

06/09/2023 Biodiversity Skills: Animal Monitoring and Management 1 Day

Bishops Wood, Crossway Green, Stourport-on-Severn, Field Studies Council biodiversity@field-studies-council.org c-js.info/3xeAmxD

This beginner course will make use of both online and in-person learning to introduce you to skills and knowledge needed for a successful career in ecological consultancy, specifically related to faunal surveys.

Cost £135

07/09/2023 Late Season Grass Identification (field course) 1 Day

Salisbury, The Species Recovery Trust 01722 322539 bookings@speciesrecoverytrust.org.uk c-js.info/3SoX2oq

Identification of key grass species of neutral and unimproved calcareous grasslands late in the season.

Cost £97

07/09/2023 Autumn Botany Evening course 10 Days

Canterbury, Kent Wildlife Trust 01622 662012 studydays@kentwildlife.org.uk c-js.info/3MOQDBQ

Participants will learn how to confidently identify and record plants and seek confirmation when necessary. They will identify plants in families and genera by the use of keys, specimens and descriptions

Cost £135

07/09/2023 Introduction to Ecology 1 Day

Online, Royal Society of Biology training@rsb.org.uk c-js.info/3osLB4O

This course looks at the definition of ecology, the different types of ecology and the branches of ecology, before moving on to the ecological hierarchy. The second half of the session is an interactive workshop on two case studies, including examining the effect of non-native species.

Cost £50 + VAT Members of RSB; £100 + VAT Non-members

08/09/2023 Create a Foraging Basket with Willow 1 Day

Nower Wood / Leatherhead, Nower Wood Educational Nature Reserve 01372379523 adult.learning@surreywt.org.uk c-js.info/412eP8F

Work with willow to weave a small basket that can be used for a multitude of purposes.

Cost £90.00

09/09/2023 Learn Your Ferns! 1 Day

The Kingcombe Visitor Centre, Dorset Wildlife Trust 01300 320684 kingcombe@dorsetwildlifetrust.org.uk c-js.info/3KFvycg

Discover the fascinating world of ferns during this one-day workshop.

Cost £40

09/09/2023 Practical Fungi Field Skills 1 Day

Glenmore Lodge, Aviemore, Inverness-Shire, Scotland, Field Studies Council biodiversity@field-studies-council.org c-js.info/3OiDIcO

This is the perfect course for beginners looking to learn more about the fungi around them and start to identify fungi groups. You will learn valuable observational field skills; what to look for, what to record and how to record it with the support of our expert tutor.

Cost £60

10/09/2023 Fungi: Beginner Identification to Genus 1 Day

Glenmore Lodge, Aviemore, Inverness-Shire, Scotland, Field Studies Council biodiversity@field-studies-council.org c-js.info/42GOpKz

This course will introduce you to the world of spore printing and its potential to reveal diagnostic features that will help you identify fungi to genus using a range of written, digital and online keys. You will also touch upon fungi classification and macro characters.

Cost £60

11/09/2023 Around Britain in 25 Rushes (online) 0.5 Day

Online, The Species Recovery Trust 01722 322539 bookings@speciesrecoverytrust.org.uk c-js.info/3SoX2oq

Online course looking at the Rush family (Juncaceae) in the UK, with top tips on how to identify them, and where to find them.

Cost £49

11/09/2023 Discovering Trees (Online) 1 Day

Online, Field Studies Council biodiversity@field-studies-council.org c-js.info/3tlWWCx

During this introductory online course, you will start at the very basics of the biological definition of a tree and their place in the plant kingdom. You will continue to build your knowledge and explore their incredible biology and ecology.

Cost £60

12/09/2023 Bryophytes: Field Identification Course 1 Day

Nomansland, The Species Recovery Trust 01722 322539 bookings@speciesrecoverytrust.org.uk c-js.info/3SoX2oq

A 1 day course covering the field identification of a range of common bryophytes found in heathland, woodland and bogs

Cost £70

14/09/2023 Introduction to Alternative Broadleaf Species 1 Day

Westonbirt Arboretum, GL8 8QS, The Royal Forestry Society 01295 678588 Events@rfs.org.uk rfs.org.uk/events-category/training/

Tutor: Chris Reynolds, Project Leader at Forest Research - An essential introduction for anyone keen to widen their knowledge of alternative broadleaf species in the quest to increase woodland resilience in the face of pests, disease and climate change.

Cost £75.00 RFS members / £85.00 Non-members

16/09/2023 Plant Identification Using the Vegetative Key 1 Day

Preston Montford, Shrewsbury, Field Studies Council biodiversity@field-studies-council.org c-js.info/42KXkKK

This intermediate course will guide you through what may at times seem like a daunting amount of botanical terminology, and help you to build confidence in using the vegetative key for successful identification.

Cost £75

16/09/2023 Fern Identification 1 Day

Slapton Ley, Slapton, Kingsbridge, Field Studies Council biodiversity@field-studies-council.org c-js.info/457aIKK

This beginner course will help you understand the features which will help you identify the common groups and species. As part of this course, you will see our most common ferns in their natural habitat and use keys to identify them in the presence of your expert tutor.

Cost £70

18/09/2023 Around Britain in 25 grasses (online) 0.5 Day

Online, The Species Recovery Trust 01722 322539 bookings@speciesrecoverytrust.org.uk c-js.info/3SoX2oq

Online course looking at the key grass, sedge and rush species which define five of the main habitat types found in the UK.

Cost £49

22/09/2023 Identifying Mosses and Liverworts - MMU 4 Days

Preston Montford, Shrewsbury, Field Studies Council biodiversity@field-studies-council.org c-js.info/3Wa5uK8

This course will provide you with an introduction to the skills that are needed to collect and identify bryophytes. You will learn through a combination of field and laboratory sessions, using field keys and keys using microscopic characters to identify common species from a variety of habitats.

Cost £350 - 570

23/09/2023 Identifying Grasses Using Vegetative Features 2 Days

Juniper Hall, Old London Road, Mickleham, Field Studies Council biodiversity@field-studies-council.org c-js.info/3DYaCcq

This beginner-intermediate course will help you develop your skills in identifying grasses using vegetative features! You will briefly look at flowering features before diving into the world of vegetative features, and looking for grasses in a variety of habitats alongside your expert tutor.

Cost £160

23/09/2023 Practical Fungi Field Skills 1 Day

Broomlee Centre, Station Rd, Field Studies Council biodiversity@field-studies-council.org c-js.info/3OiDIcO

This is the perfect course for beginners looking to learn more about the fungi around them and start to identify fungi groups. You will learn valuable observational field skills; what to look for, what to record and how to record it with the support of our expert tutor.

Cost £60

23/09/2023 UK Habitat Classification (UKHab) Online Training Course - TBC 1 Day

Online, Kent Wildlife Trust 01622 662012 study.days@kentwildlife.org.uk c-js.info/3MOQDBQ

An online training day on the UK Habitat Classification, a new comprehensive classification system for vegetation habitats used in conservation and land management

Cost £90

25/09/2023 Around Britain in 30 Bryophytes (online) 0.5 Day

Online, The Species Recovery Trust 01722 322539 bookings@speciesrecoverytrust.org.uk c-js.info/3SoX2oq

Online course looking at the key bryophytes that are commonly found in grassland, heathland and woodland in lowland Britain

Cost £43

27/09/2023 Identifying Fungi and Using Keys (Online) 1 Day

Online, Field Studies Council biodiversity@field-studies-council.org c-js.info/3Mzioyg

This is the perfect course for beginners looking to further their fungi identification skills by looking more closely at the characteristics needed to start using keys. Using commonly encountered groups of fungi the course will focus on identifying features that distinguish groups and use techniques such as spore printing.

Cost £60

29/09/2023 The Mountain Environment 1 Day

Capel, Curig, Snowdonia, Nature's Work 07813 727414 jim@natureswork.co.uk c-js.info/3mg8PtJ

This workshop is aimed at developing your understanding of the natural world. We take at look at the mountain environment from its geological history to its vegetation and human influences upon the landscape. We will identify general characteristics of rock types, habitats and take a closer look at the wildlife which inhabit this environment. A series of engaging activities are used to help promote our understanding and these will offer ideas for you to use with your own clients

Cost £50

30/09/2023 Glaciation in the Upland Environment 1 Day

Ogwen valley, Snowdonia, Nature's Work 07813 727414 jim@natureswork.co.uk c-js.info/3mg8PtJ

This workshop is an introduction to regional glaciation of North Wales. North Wales is a post-glacial environment with spectacular glacial features. We will identify and explain the formation of these features both large and small scale including features of erosion, transportation and deposition.

Cost £50

30/09/2023 Practical Fungi Field Skills 1 Day

Dounans Centre, Aberfoyle, Field Studies Council biodiversity@field-studies-council.org c-js.info/3OiDIcO

This is the perfect course for beginners looking to learn more about the fungi around them and start to identify fungi groups. You will learn valuable observational field skills; what to look for, what to record and how to record it with the support of our expert tutor.

Cost £60

30/09/2023 Botanical Folklore 1 Day

Nettlecombe Court, The Leonard Wills Field Centre, Williton, Field Studies Council biodiversity@field-studies-council.org c-js.info/3RMOY0t

This beginner folklore course will look at the history, mythology, and significance of a variety of trees and common wildflower species. Trees and wildflowers have been beneficial in terms of industry and medicine but also sacred to a variety of civilisations throughout time.

Cost £60

02/10/2023 Around Britain in 20 ferns and their allies (online) 0.5 Day

Online, The Species Recovery Trust 01722 322539 bookings@speciesrecoverytrust.org.uk c-js.info/3SoX2oq

Online course looking at ferns and fern allies, covering all the commonly found species as well as a few rarer specialities.

Cost £43

04/10/2023 Beginners Guide and Introduction to Fungi 1 Day

Sevenoaks Wildlife Reserve, Kent Wildlife Trust 01622662012 studydays@kentwildlife.org.uk c-js.info/3MOQDBQ

An important first step to understanding this fascinating group.? Classroom studies and some field work

Cost £35 per person per day. Concessionary fee: KWT volunteers, senior citizens, unemployed and students £5 off.

05/10/2023 Grasses Part 2 (online) 0.5 Day

Online, The Species Recovery Trust 01722 322539 bookings@speciesrecoverytrust.org.uk c-js.info/3SoX2oq

Follow on course looking at another 25 key grass, species which are commonly encountered in the UK.

Cost £49

06/10/2023 Identifying Fantastic Fungi 1 Day

Nower Wood / Leatherhead, Surrey Wildlife Trust 01372379523 adult.learning@surreywt.org.uk c-js.info/3o0dBvR

Learn how to find and identify a multitude of fungi living in local woodland.

Cost £60.00

07/10/2023 Ethnobotany Overnight - Autum 2 Days

Betws Bledrws, Lampeter, Denmark Farm Conservation Centre 01570 493358 info@denmarkfarm.org.uk c-js.info/2ujBpPj

Ethnobotany is not just the study of trees and plants but it is also how we interact with them, have connected with them and utilised them from the beginning of time. We will look at ecology, herbal medicine, foraging for food, uses of different woods, fire lighting and more!

07/10/2023 Introduction to Plankton 2 Days

Marine Biological Association, Plymouth, The Marine Biological Association 01752 426493 events@mba.ac.uk c-js.info/422XJYR

Dive into the incredible world of Plankton with the Continuous Plankton Recorder Survey. There will be a series of talks and practicals as well as short excursion to collect live samples is included (weather dependant). This course is approved by the Royal Society of Biology for purposes of CPD.

Cost £500 Full price; 400 Member price; 355 Student member price

09/10/2023 How to survey and assess hedgerows using the Hedgerow Regulations (online) 0.5 Day

Online, The Species Recovery Trust 01722 322539 bookings@speciesrecoverytrust.org.uk c-js.info/3SoX2oq

A half-day online course which will teach participants how to get to grips with the 1997 Hedgerow Regulations.

Cost £59

12/10/2023 Woodlands - Botanical Survey (online) 0.5 Day

Online, The Species Recovery Trust 01722 322539 bookings@speciesrecoverytrust.org.uk c-js.info/3SoX2oq

Online course teaching the main plants to look our for in woodlands, with tips for easy ID in the field.

Cost £49

14/10/2023 The Mountain Environment 1 Day

Capel, Curig, Snowdonia, Nature's Work 07813 727414 jim@natureswork.co.uk c-js.info/3mg8PtJ

This workshop is aimed at developing your understanding of the natural world. We take at look at the mountain environment from its geological history to its vegetation and human influences upon the landscape. We will identify general characteristics of rock types, habitats and take a closer look at the wildlife which inhabit this environment. A series of engaging activities are used to help promote our understanding and these will offer ideas for you to use with your own clients

Cost £50

15/10/2023 Glaciation in the Upland Environment 1 Day

Ogwen valley, Snowdonia, Nature's Work 07813 727414 jim@natureswork.co.uk c-js.info/3mg8PtJ

This workshop is an introduction to regional glaciation of North Wales. North Wales is a post-glacial environment with spectacular glacial features. We will identify and explain the formation of these features both large and small scale including features of erosion, transportation and deposition.

Cost £50

16/10/2023 UK Habitat Classification (online) 0.5 Day

Online, The Species Recovery Trust 01722 322539 bookings@speciesrecoverytrust.org.uk c-js.info/3SoX2oq

An online course giving participants an overview of the UK Habitat Classification system, and how best to carry out surveys with it

Cost £80

30/10/2023 Aquatic Plant ID (online) 0.5 Day

Online, The Species Recovery Trust 01722 322539 bookings@speciesrecoverytrust.org.uk c-js.info/3SoX2oq

Online course looking at the key aquatic species of streams, rivers and ponds in lowland Britain

Cost £49

02/11/2023 Heathlands and acid grasslands (online) 0.5 Day

Online, The Species Recovery Trust 01722 322539 bookings@speciesrecoverytrust.org.uk c-js.info/3SoX2oq

Online course teaching the main plants found in dry & wet heaths and acid grassland, with tips for easy ID in the field.

Cost £45

06/11/2023 Habitat Indicator Species (online) 0.5 Day

Online, The Species Recovery Trust 01722 322539 bookings@speciesrecoverytrust.org.uk c-js.info/3SoX2oq

An online course giving participants an overview of terrestrial lowland habitats and the key indicator species which define them

Cost £59

06/11/2023 UK Habitat Classification (UKHab) Online Training Course - TBC 1 Day

Online, Kent Wildlife Trust 01622 662012 study.days@kentwildlife.org.uk c-js.info/3MOQDBQ

An online training day on the UK Habitat Classification, a new comprehensive classification system for vegetation habitats used in conservation and land management

Cost £90

11/11/2023 Fascinating Fungi Walk 1 Day

Three Hagges Woodmeadow, Escrick, York, Woodmeadow Trust 07874873908 joel@woodmeadowtrust.org.uk c-js.info/3krhGb5

Join mycologist Rhona Sutherland on this fascinating fungi walk in Three Hagges Woodmeadow. Discover and learn about the wonderful array of fungal fruiting bodies in all shapes, sizes and colours with wonderful names.

Cost £15

13/11/2023 Around Britain in 25 sedges (online) 0.5 Day

Online, The Species Recovery Trust 01722 322539 bookings@speciesrecoverytrust.org.uk c-js.info/3SoX2oq

Online course looking at the key sedge species which are commonly encountered in UK habitats.

Cost £45

18/11/2023 Identification of Fungi III 1 Day

Hemsted Forest, Kent Wildlife Trust 01622662012 studydays@kentwildlife.org.uk c-js.info/3MOQDBQ

Helpful tips on identification of larger fungi and their habitats in the field.

Cost £35 per person per day. Concessionary fee: KWT volunteers, senior citizens, unemployed and students £5 off.

18/11/2023 Introduction to Conifers 1 Day

Tyland Barn, Kent Wildlife Trust 01622 662012 studydays@kentwildlife.org.uk c-js.info/3MOQDBQ

Pine, spruce, larch, fir, cedar, redwood?. an introduction to identification in the classroom through foliage and cones. Linked to next day.

Cost £35 per person per day. Concessionary fee: KWT volunteers, senior citizens, unemployed and students ?5 off.

19/11/2023 Conifers of Bedgebury 1 Day

Bedgebury Pinetum, Kent Wildlife Trust 01622 662012 studydays@kentwildlife.org.uk c-js.info/3MOQDBQ

Field studies amongst the largest collection of conifers in the UK. Linked to previous day.

Cost £35 per person per day. Concessionary fee: KWT volunteers, senior citizens, unemployed and students £5 off.

04/12/2023 Invasive Species (online) 0.5 Day

Online, The Species Recovery Trust 01722 322539 bookings@speciesrecoverytrust.org.uk c-js.info/3SoX2oq

Online course covering the most important invasive plants and animal in the UK.

Cost £45

11/12/2023 Identification of Fungi II 1 Day

Cuckoo Wood (High Elms), Kent Wildlife Trust 01622662012 studydays@kentwildlife.org.uk c-js.info/3MOQDBQ

Helpful tips on identification of larger fungi and their habitats in the field.

Cost £35 per person per day.Concessionary fee: KWT volunteers, senior citizens, unemployed and students £5 off.

19/12/2023 Winter Tree ID 2022 (online) 0.5 Day

Online, The Species Recovery Trust 01722 322539 bookings@speciesrecoverytrust.org.uk c-js.info/3SoX2oq

A half-day online course giving participants the skills and confidence to identify trees and shrubs when not in leaf and a set of c.25 labelled UK native twigs posted to your address prior to the course.

Cost £75

Various Ash dieback in the UK

Online, Countryside Science simon@countrysidescience.co.uk c-js.info/3xNEAN6

Online digital training giving a complete professional overview of ash dieback in the UK. Ecology, lifecycle, identification and symptoms, management, history, and future developments. 90 mins of content plus additional downloads. Developed for those working in natural resources management

Cost £50

Various Fascinating Fungi

Online, Ecology Training UK Ltd 0330 165 3024 admin@ecologytraining.co.uk

Open yourself to the amazing world of fungi - from medicines, food and alcohol to carbon sequestration, plant nutrition and bioremediation, fungi are very versatile and useful. This online, 8-module course, will open your eyes to the vast number of uses and the usefulness of fungi.

Cost £105

Various Phase 1 Habitat Mapping

Online, Ecology Training UK 07818073660 admin@ecologytraining.co.uk www.ecologytraining.co.uk

Video-based course giving classroom and field sessions as well as tutor access for questions. Videos show how to identify habitats and how to draw a Phase 1 Map. Useful for ecologists and conservationists. Self study in your own time.

Various Introduction to Bryophytes

Nationwide, Ecology Academy 01453 367450 hello@ecologyacademy.co.uk c-js.info/3QQMLzY

This course introduces this ancient group of plants, gives lots of reasons why they deserve your love and adoration, goes through basic identification features and looks at some of our most common species.

Cost £29

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