When you’re out walking, have you ever wondered, “which tree is that?”
Do you know your alder from your elder? To many people our hedgerows and forests can look like a sea of green, but if we look closer and understand the clues trees give us, we can unlock their identity and so much more. On this one-day course, we’ll show you how to identify trees in summer by looking at leaves, developing seeds, fruits, bark and other clues. We’ll also look at the different uses that trees have, their place in the ecosystem and dive into a bit of woodland folklore. You will also take away your very own set of field guides covering common trees in all four seasons. This handy resource is perfect for continuing your learning and practising tree ID after the course is done.
Join James, who will be your tutor for the day. He has worked for many years in and around trees from managing the largest Community Woodland in Wales (300 acres, no less) to introducing children to the wonder of woods with his Forest School work. James has also introduced thousands of students to the subject of tree identification through his popular online programme The Complete Tree ID Course.
At lunchtime, share a hot campfire brew together at the woodland fire circle, sheltered under the canopy of native trees. You’ll learn about the restorative woodland management that is happening on site and how wildlife is returning to this special place. Your course will all be set against the beautiful backdrop of the mixed ancient woodland and parkland of the National Trust’s Chirk Castle estate with over 600 acres of nature to explore and veteran trees over 500 years old.
