Grasses for Beginners
-Did you know that there are over 150 species of native grasses in Britain? Come along and learn how to identify some of the most common species.
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Lichens for beginners
-Make a start on identifying these notoriously difficult yet intriguing, beautiful and environmentally sensitive plants.
An Introduction to Geology
-Investigate rocks and minerals and learn about fossils and plate tectonics
Introduction to Pollinators
-Find out how to identify pollinators and learn about their ecology.
Introduction to solitary bees
-There are around 250 species of solitary bee in the UK. Find out how to identify them and where to find them, and learn about their ecology.
Introduction to Water Vole ecology and surveys
-Learn about European Water Voles: their ecology, field signs and survey methods. Then put into practice what you have learned in an outdoor survey
Geology of Kent
-An illustrated review of the geology of the Kentish landscape from the oldest rocks to the youngest sediments
Amphibian Ecology and Survey Techniques
-This course will help you understand the importance of habitats to the different amphibians. You will learn how to recognize the key species and be part of a torchlight survey at Vinters Valley Nature Reserve.
Family Event: Kestrel Pellet Workshop at Tyland Barn
-Have a go at dissecting a Kestrel pellet, learn about Kent's birds of prey, and see what your discoveries teach us about local populations.
Family Event: Salt-Dough Wildlife Mosaics at Tyland Barn
-Join us at Tyland Barn for a spring salt-dough mosaic workshop. Make and decorate your biodegradable mosaic to take home!