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.
Locations: Maidstone
A community's plan to restore turtle doves in Kent
Join your Talk on the Wild Side host, Rob Smith, for a journey through Marden's farms and gardens - where farmers, scientists, and keen birders are working together to make space for the rare turtle fove.
An Introduction to Sedges and Rushes
-Learn more about the sedges and rushes - plant species which are found in many of our wilder, unimproved habitats but are often unfairly dismissed or overlooked.
Broad-leaved Trees in Spring
-Learn to identify trees and shrubs by their leaves and flowers
Lichens for beginners
-Make a start on identifying these notoriously difficult yet intriguing, beautiful and environmentally sensitive plants.
Fungi for Beginners
-A simple guide to fungi groups and classifications and the features to look out for
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.
Maidstone Home Ed Forest School - Sep/Oct 2024
-Join us for Forest School for the home education community. Discover ways to have fun outdoors and meet new friends. Suitable for ages 4-11.
Nature Tots Maidstone (Sep/Oct- Friday morning)
-Nature Tots is Forest School tailored specifically for little ones, and can inspire a love of nature that lasts a lifetime.