Introduction to Bat Ecology and Management

Where:

Nr Stroud, Gloucestershire

When:

Summer 2010 (tbc)

Includes:

Course notes, resource CD & evening buffet meal

Price:

£165

Aimed at those just starting to get involved in bat work, this course provides a comprehensive introduction to bat ecology and the basics of surveying. Instruction is provided by a commercial consultant with extensive experience carrying out bat survey work. A classroom session will cover aspects of basic ecology, legal issues and approaches to conducting surveys. A field session will provide an opportunity to plan and conduct bat survey work on an area of farmland, with associated outbuildings and a wind turbine.

The more advanced aspects of identifying bats using detectors are covered in the ‘Bat Identification using Bat Detectors’ course, and a 10% discount is available on the total cost when both are booked together.