Introduction to Identifying Trees in Summer

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Introduction to Identifying Trees in Summer

Location:
Carsington Water Visitor Centre, Carsington Water Visitor Centre, Derbyshire, DE6 1ST
Book
Get ready to learn all about identifying trees in the summer season on our popular ID course!

Event details

Date

Time
9:30am - 1:00pm
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About the event

This hands-on workshop will teach you how to recognise different tree species with trees in full leaf. Your tutor will lead you through the basics of tree identification, from bark patterns to twig shapes and leaf patterns, as well as site and environmental factors which favour certain species. This is a great opportunity to enhance your ecological knowledge, and grow your appreciation for the beauty of trees in all seasons.

Venue: Wildlife Discovery Room - Carsington Water Visitor Centre

Level: Beginner

Age: 14+ (under 16s booking onto this course must be accompanied by a paying adult )

Things to bring: Please dress for the weather and wear suitable, outdoor footwear. Hot drinks will be provided.

About your tutor:

This course will be run by Simon Lowe, Training Officer at Derbyshire Wildlife Trust. He has over twenty years of experience planning and leading work parties and managing volunteers in the conservation sector alongside delivering practical and theoretical training in a broad range of traditional habitat management skills. He has a particular specialism in woodland management and regularly delivers training on behalf of the National Forest Company.

Booking

Price

£40 per person

Suitable for

Adults, Beginners

Know before you go

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Mobility

The guided walk as part of the session will last up to 2 hours. We will be walking on public footpaths and will go at a pace suitable for the whole group.

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What to bring

Please dress for the weather and wear suitable, outdoor footwear. Hot drinks will be provided.

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Parking information

Free parking at Carsington Visitor Centre for those attending the course. You will need to provide your vehicle's registration at reception on the day in order to claim free parking, otherwise you may be liable for a penalty charge.
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Facilities

Toilets
Shop
Cafe/refreshments
Picnic area
Accessible toilet
Disabled parking

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