Individuals & Families

Ferns in and around Snowdonia National Park

 Centre:  Rhyd-y-creuau    Tutor:  Chris Metherell
 Dates:  Friday 13 August-Monday 16 August 2010
 Sole Occupancy Room:£290     Shared Room: £260 

   Non-Res: £210

 Level:Open to Everyone
  Professional Development Course.

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Three full days will be spent in the field looking at ferns and their allies in their natural habitats. Sites will include upland and lowland, acidic and alkaline habitats, ensuring a variety of species from a number of families will be observed. Study will primarily involve identification of species, but attention will also be given to basic fern ecology and factors that affect their survival.

Daytime walks will be up to four miles long through stunning rural scenery in and around Snowdonia with fine views on good days. The terrain will be diverse, including some rocky, steep sections, but will be taken at botanical pace. Rain will not stop play, but field days may be curtailed if prevailing weather conditions are unpleasant. Evening identification sessions in the lab with fern field guides, specimens and hand lenses will help to consolidate learning.

Chris Metherell is the BSBI (Botanical Society of the British Isles) county recorder for Northumberland and an experienced botanist. He regularly leads field trips for the Wild Flower Society and other interested groups.

This course is part of our programme of Professional Development Courses. You can find out more in the Professional Development section of this website.