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February 2020

Hedgehog Ecology and Land Management Course for Practitioners

February 11, 2020 @ 10:00 am - 4:30 pm
Regent’s Park, London, London, NW1 4NR United Kingdom
Hedgehog by David Cooper

This unique training course provides a professional guide to hedgehog ecology, surveying and mitigation. Course content Talk 1: Ecology and behaviour – an overview of basic biology, ecology, behaviour, disease and rehabilitation Talk 2: Threats to hedgehogs and the law – urban and rural threats; UK conservation status and decline; UK legislation; the latest survey methods Outdoor session: To reinforce theory Talk 3: Land management for hedgehogs – practical advice on management and mitigation Cost: £75 per person (lunch not…

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November 2020

Dormouse Ecology, Conservation and Woodland Management – Nov 23rd & 24th 2020

November 23, 2020 @ 1:30 pm - November 24, 2020 @ 4:30 pm
Hazel-Dormouse-Credit-Jamie-Edmonds

This is an online course. This course will be run over two afternoon sessions. Cost for entire course is £30.  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…

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March 2021

Hazel Dormouse Ecology, Conservation and Woodland Management – 1st & 2nd March 2021

March 1, 2021 @ 1:30 pm - March 2, 2021 @ 4:30 pm
The Big Reintroduction - dormouse appeal PTES 2020

– SOLD OUT – This is an online course. This course will be run over two afternoon sessions. Cost for entire course is £30.  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…

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Hazel Dormouse Ecology, Conservation and Woodland Management – 15th & 16th March 2021

March 15, 2021 @ 1:30 pm - March 16, 2021 @ 4:30 pm
The Big Reintroduction - dormouse appeal PTES 2020

– SOLD OUT – This is an online course. This course will be run over two afternoon sessions. Cost for entire course is £30.  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…

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April 2021

Hazel Dormouse Ecology, Conservation and Woodland Management – 12th & 13th April 2021

April 12, 2021 @ 1:30 pm - April 13, 2021 @ 4:30 pm
The Big Reintroduction - dormouse appeal PTES 2020

This is an online course. This course will be run over two afternoon sessions. Cost for entire course is £30.  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…

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September 2021

Hazel Dormouse Ecology, Conservation and Woodland Management – 20th & 21st September 2021

September 20, 2021 @ 1:30 pm - September 21, 2021 @ 4:30 pm
The Big Reintroduction - dormouse appeal PTES 2020

This is an online course. This course will be run over two afternoon sessions. Cost for entire course is £30.  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…

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April 2022

Hazel Dormouse Ecology, Conservation and Woodland Management – 25th & 26th April 2022

April 25, 2022 @ 1:30 pm - April 26, 2022 @ 4:30 pm
The Big Reintroduction - dormouse appeal PTES 2020

This is an online course. This course will be run over two afternoon sessions. Cost for entire course is £30.  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…

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May 2022

Hedgehog Ecology and Land Management Course for Practitioners – 25th May 2022

May 25, 2022 @ 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Hedgehog by Miroslav Hlavko/Shutterstock.com

Course content Talk 1: Ecology and behaviour An overview of basic biology, ecology, behaviour, disease and rehabilitation. Talk 2: Population, monitoring and the law An overview of recent trends in the UK hedgehog population, the hedgehog’s conservation status and the legislation surrounding them. Talk 3: Threats and mitigation An overview of threats to hedgehogs and discussion around potential solutions and barriers. Cost: £30 per person Duration: Half day (1pm-5pm) Tutors: Hugh Warwick and Grace Johnson Location: Online (Zoom) Why do…

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August 2022

Hazel Dormouse Ecology, Conservation and Woodland Management – 1st & 2nd August 2022

August 1, 2022 @ 1:30 pm - August 2, 2022 @ 4:30 pm
The Big Reintroduction - dormouse appeal PTES 2020

This is an online course. This course will be run over two afternoon sessions. Cost for entire course is £30. 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…

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Hazel dormouse habitat management and hedgerow management – 23 August 2022

August 23, 2022 @ 9:30 am - 4:00 pm
Briddlesford Woods, Briddlesford Woods, Wootton Bridge, Isle of Wight United Kingdom
Hazel dormouse in Briddlesford Woods - Isle of Wight. Credit Clare Pengelly

Hazel dormice are one of Britain’s most enigmatic species, but they are hard both to find and study. This is because they are small, they live in the tree and shrub canopy when active and they come out at night. They are also closely associated with old, managed woodlands, where they live, and with hedgerows, that they use as dispersal corridors. Briddlesford woods on the Isle of Wight is a private reserve owned by the People’s Trust for Endangered Species…

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April 2023

Grafting Workshop – 15th April 2023

April 15, 2023 @ 10:30 am - 3:00 pm
People’s Trust for Endangered Species, 3 Cloisters House, London, Greater London SW8 4BG United Kingdom
Grafting fruit trees - PTES

  Learn to graft fruit trees with PTES Orchard Biodiversity Officer Steve Oram. You’ll learn how to make your own fruit tree to plant in your garden, school, a community orchard, or any little wild corner you can find. You’ll learn why we graft fruit trees and how to do it, and have the opportunity to graft one yourself from a wide range of varieties. We’ll cover: A brief history of grafting Collecting and storing “scion” wood A little about…

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May 2023

Water Vole Ecology and Field Signs Training – Wednesday 10th May 2023

May 10, 2023 @ 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
A water vole Image Credit Hugh Clark

This course will cover water vole ecology, lifecycle, habitat, survey techniques, and the identification of field signs. No prior knowledge necessary. The course is suitable for anyone with a professional or personal interest in this species, and is designed to guide you towards taking part in our National Water Vole Monitoring Programme (NWVMP). Water voles are fully protected by law, but they can be elusive and difficult to detect. It is important that NWVMP volunteers, conservationists, and ecologists know how…

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Hazel Dormouse Ecology, Conservation and Woodland Management – Monday 15th & Tuesday 16th May 2023

May 15, 2023 @ 1:30 pm - May 16, 2023 @ 4:30 pm

  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 introduction 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.   Tutor: PTES Dormouse and Training Officer, Ian White Date: Mon…

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