Wildwood Trust: October 2016

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Conservation Training & Courses at Wildwood Trust
October 2016 - February 2017


	Welcome to our new programme of autumn/winter courses! (printable colour leaflet attached)


	To book a course now, please e-mail: courses@wildwoodtrust.org or call 01227 711 471 Booking is essential for all courses Office hours: Monday - Friday 9am - 5pm

Kent Mammal Identification

In partnership with Kent

Mammal Group (KMG)

Saturday 8th October

Learn how to identify our larger mammals from their tracks, signs and sightings. Includes a tour of the park to see some of the animals in the flesh and a close up examination of skins, skulls and antlers. Please note that this course does not include mice, voles or shrews which are covered in the small mammals survey skills course.

9.45am - 4.15pm

Tutor: Suzanne Kynaston

Harvest Mouse Ecology and Surveying

Sunday 9th October, Saturday 22nd October or Saturday 12th November

This course is for anyone wishing to participate in the Kent Mammal Group Harvest Mouse Survey. It will inform you about the key factors affecting the status and distribution of harvest mice in this country. You will have the opportunity to examine a variety of harvest mouse nests and gain the practical surveying experience in the field needed for the survey.

10.00am - 4.00pm Free to survey volunteers

Tutor: Steve Kirk

Fungi Ecology and

Identifcation (part 1)

Sun 30th October

Aimed at beginners, this course will begin with a presentation 'The Kingdom of Fungi' to introduce these amazing life forms. We will look at and discuss some specimens in the classroom before venturing on a foray in the park and the woods of two hours or more, depending on conditions. We will observe fungi in situ and also make a collection. Course participants will have the opportunity to take digital photographs and notes as they are given insights into how to identify fungi as well as background information on their ecology, history, folklore and uses, including as food and as medicine.

11.00am - 4.00pm £30 per person

* £50 for fungi part 1 and 2

Tutor: Steve Kirk

Fungi Ecology and

Identification (part 2)

Sat 5th Nov

Aimed at intermediate level - those who completed part 1 or who wish to expand their knowledge. Scientific terms will be applied as will an extensive foray in the park and woods, including drawing fungi. Participants will be introduced to simple chemical tests to assist in the identification of species. They will also be taught how to make spore prints and will examine spores under the microscope to understand their use in the identification process.

10.00am - 4.00pm £30

Tutor: Steve Kirk

Natural Skin Products and Remedies

Sunday 20th November

Make your own lip balm, body scrub, herbal ointment and more, using certified organic, Fairtrade and local ingredients. Discover the importance of avoiding harmful ingredients found in some shop-bought products for your health, for wildlife and the environment. Take home what you make as gifts or to pamper yourself and some recipes to make at home.

10.00am - 3.00pm £40

Tutors: Donna Murphy and Helen Lynn


Festive Willow Wreaths
Saturday 10th December Use locally grown colourful willow and dogwood stems to make a reusuable wreath base then decorate it with natural materials, all sourced locally. Take it home to hang on your front door or as a table decoration. Materials provided.

10.30am - 1.00pm £25 Tutor: Hazel Ryan

Small Mammal Survey Skills

In partnership with Kent

Mammal Group (KMG)

Sat 14th January

Learn how to survey for our smallest mammals using live, humane traps. Includes handling, sexing and identification, trap designs and mechanisms and principles of baiting and setting traps, surveying methods and legislation.

9.30am - 4.30pm

£30 per person

(Book together with Kent Mammal Id course held on 11.2.16 for £50).

Blame the Ice Age

Sat 28th January

How did the Ice Age influence the mammal fauna of Britain? How was it woolly mammoths walked here, followed by mammals we find today, but the humble house mouse was caught out by the rising seas. This course also explores modern science's plans to bring back those Ice Age giants.

10.30am - 4.00pm

£30 per person

Kent Mammal Identification

In partnership with Kent

Mammal Group (KMG)

Saturday 11th February

Learn how to identify our larger mammals from their tracks, signs and sightings. Includes a tour of the park to see some of the animals in the flesh and a close up examination of skins, skulls and antlers. Please note the this course does not include mice, voles or shrews which are covered in the small mammals survey skills course.

9.45am - 4.15pm

£30 per person (Book together with small mammals survey skills course held on 14.1.16 for £50).

Tutor: Suzanne Kynaston


	Important Information -Minimum age for all courses is 18yrs unless specified. All under 16’s must be accompanied by a paying adult. - All courses are held at Wildwood Trust and include Wildwood entry fees unless otherwise specified. Please check listing. - All courses are booked directly with Wildwood unless otherwise stated, please check listing for details. - All courses must be paid for at the time of booking and are nonrefundable unless cancelled by Wildwood. - Lunch is not provided unless stated. Participants are welcome to bring their own packed lunch or purchase lunch in the Wildwood Cafe.


	We also deliver tailor-made courses for environmental organisations and consultancies, including practical handling experience and on-site training. For further information, please visit: www.watervole.wildwoodtrust.org


	To book a course please call: 01227 711 471 or email: courses@wildwoodtrust.org Booking is essential for all courses For more information, please visit: www.wildwoodtrust.org/conservation DONATE TO WILDWOOD TRUST Wildwood Trust, Herne Common, Herne Bay, Kent, CT6 7LQ Registered Charity No. 1093702. Don't miss out! Add conservation@wildwoodtrust.org to your address book or contact list.