The Geology of Kent
-An illustrated review of the geology of the Kentish landscape from the oldest rocks to the youngest sediments
Event types: Study Day
Woodland Mosses for Beginners
-Learn more about the complex lives and identification of mosses.
Broad-leaved Trees in Summer
-Learn to identify trees by their foliage
Introduction to Ferns
-Discover how to recognise our native ferns using leaf shapes and other distinctive features.
Introduction to Wildflowers
-Learn to identify wildflowers and how to use keys
Reptile Ecology and Survey Techniques
-Identify and learn about reptile requirements. Then search for them in Vinters Valley Nature Reserve, a nature reserve nearby.
Introduction to Solitary Bees
-There are around 250 species of solitary bee. 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
Responsible Beginners' Beekeeping
-An introductory course for anyone interested in learning more about bees and the craft of beekeeping.
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.