Introduction to Habitat Assessment (09/05/2023)

Tutor:  Laurie Jackson

The course will provide an introduction to habitat assessment, and is aimed at community groups, land owners and other interested individuals. We will cover Phase 1 habitat survey, which is used to map and classify habitats, and discuss other classification systems available, the use of indicator species, and introduce some of the survey methods used to identify and evaluate the importance of ecological features. We will also discuss how to design a survey and monitoring programme for conservation.

There will be a classroom component along with a field session to apply some of the survey techniques discussed. No previous knowledge is required. The course is suitable for those with a general interest.

Location:  Woods Mill, Henfield, West Sussex, BN5 9SD.

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