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April 2025
Dormouse Ecology, Conservation and Woodland Management – Tuesday 1st April & Wednesday 2nd April 2025
During this online course, we will look at the ecology of dormice, their conservation and relevant legislation. We will also consider woodland management for the species. This course is an excellent first step for those wishing to get involved in dormouse conservation and it is recommended as a first step for those wishing to train for their dormouse license. It will not, however, provide you with a reference for your dormouse license application. This course will be run over…
… Find out more »Dormouse Ecology, Conservation and Woodland Management – Tuesday 1st April & Wednesday 2nd April 2025
During this online course, we will look at the ecology of dormice, their conservation and relevant legislation. We will also consider woodland management for the species. This course is an excellent first step for those wishing to get involved in dormouse conservation and it is recommended as a first step for those wishing to train for their dormouse license. It will not, however, provide you with a reference for your dormouse license application. This course will be run over…
… Find out more »Water Vole Ecology and Field Signs – Wednesday 9th April 2025
This training course provides a comprehensive introduction to water vole ecology, behaviour, habitat requirements, and survey techniques. It is designed for anyone with a personal interest in water voles to professional ecologists conducting watercourse surveys for consultancy work. No prior experience is required. By the end of this course, you will be able to: Understand water vole ecology, lifecycle, breeding behaviour, habitat preferences, and the key threats they face. Identify water vole field signs, including droppings, feeding remains, burrows, and…
… Find out more »May 2025
Hedgerow myth busting – (So you think you know hedgerows?) – 6th May 2025
Hedgerows are an incredible habitat, offering a wide range of environmental as well as on-farm benefits. But in a lot of ways they can be hugely misunderstood; Is trimming hedgerows unnatural? Is the flail killing our hedges? Hedges are a man-made habitat; not as good as a ‘natural’ one? Did hedges lose their value when we got barbed wire? We will discuss the ENORMOUS wildlife value of hedges, the many ways they benefit us, their fascinating history, how they’re…
… Find out more »Water Vole Ecology and Field Signs – Thursday 22nd May 2025
This training course provides a comprehensive introduction to water vole ecology, behaviour, habitat requirements, and survey techniques. It is designed for anyone with a personal interest in water voles to professional ecologists conducting watercourse surveys for consultancy work. No prior experience is required. By the end of this course, you will be able to: Understand water vole ecology, lifecycle, breeding behaviour, habitat preferences, and the key threats they face. Identify water vole field signs, including droppings, feeding remains, burrows, and…
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