Wildwood events & courses - October 2013
Don't miss out - book now for our fantastic events and courses at Wildwood this October!
Saturday 5th October – Harvest Mouse Ecology & Surveying
A course on the key factors affecting the status and distribution of harvest mice in the UK. You will have the chance to examine harvest mouse nests and gain practical surveying experience.
10.00am - 4.00pm. £30 per person.
Please book with Suzanne Kynaston on 01227 711 471 or email courses@wildwoodtrust.org
Saturday 12th October – Water Vole Ecology & Surveying
In partnership with the Mammal Society
A course covering water vole field signs, habitat requirements, ecology, legal protection and threats. Participants will view captive water voles and handle/sex them under supervision.
9.30am – 4.30pm. From £99 per person.
Please book with the Mammal Society on 023 8023 7874 or www.mammal.org.uk
Sunday 13th October – Wolves Workshop 1: Life in the Pack
The first of two wolf workshops. This one looks at the wolf pack, how wolves communicate and conservation efforts to restore them back to their former range. Includes a visit to see Wildwood's European wolves.
10.30am - 4pm. £35 per person (£50 when booked with Wolves 2 - Understanding the Wolf in Your Dog on Oct 27). Min age 12yrs.
Please book with Suzanne Kynaston on 01227 711 471 or email courses@wildwoodtrust.org
Sunday 13th October – Marine Mammals
An introduction to the seals and cetaceans found in and around the coast of Southern England. Ecology and identification of these animals will be explored, followed by a seal-watching trip.
1.00pm – 6.30pm £45 per person. Held at Sandwich Bay Bird Observatory.
Please book with Suzanne Kynaston on 01227 711 471 or email courses@wildwoodtrust.org
Saturday 19th October – Fungal Foray
Join Natural Heritage Officer Steve Kirk for a woodland walk to discover some of the top autumn mushrooms and toadstools found around Wildwood.
10.30am - 1pm or 2pm - 4.30pm. £3 per person*. Min age 7yrs. Please note that Wildwood membership or entry fees apply.
Please book with the Wildwood office on 01227 712 111.
Sunday 20th October – Hunter's Moon Night Tour
See our animals under the moonlight on a guided night tour to coincide with the full moon.
6.30pm - 9pm. £25 per person inc. meal. Min age 10yrs.
Please book with the Wildwood office on 01227 712 111.
Saturday 26th October – Fungi Ecology & Identification
An introduction to fungi identification and their importance in the ecosystem. Includes microscopic examination and a woodland forest foray to find fungi in their natural habitats.
10.00am – 4.00pm £30 per person. Subject to season.
Please book with Suzanne Kynaston on 01227 711 471 or email courses@wildwoodtrust.org
Sunday 27th October – Wolves Workshop 2: The Wolf in Your Dog
The second of our wolf workshops. Understand how your dog's behaviour is an echo of his wild wolf ancestry with dog trainer Dave Butcher and wolf expert Anne Riddell. It will include a visit to see Wildwood's own European wolves.
10.30am - 4pm. £35 per person (book together with Wolves 1 on Oct 13 for £50) . Min age 12yrs.
Please book with Suzanne Kynaston on 01227 711 471 or email courses@wildwoodtrust.org
The Wildwood Team
Wildwood Trust, Herne Common, Herne Bay, Kent, CT6 7LQ
Registered Charity no 1093702
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