Sedges, Grasses and Rushes in Uplands and Lowlands

This course introduces and deals with the differences between the grass, sedge and rush families and their identification. It is aimed both at beginners and those, including professionals, who wish to improve their existing identification skills. The use of Keys will be introduced as the course progresses.

The diversity of habitats in and around the National Park mean field visits to both upland and lowland sites are intergrated into the course. Particpants will visit Migneint Moor, or similar upland environment in Northern Snowdonia, which will contrast with visits to lowland meadows around Penmachno and Llanrwst. Although much of the recognition will be learnt in the field, evenings sessions in the lab will be used to discuss the days findings and for looking at certain features in more detail.

Kate Thorne is a freelance ecologist with a particular interest in botany. Much of her work is concerned with carrying out detailed vegetative studies to determine plant communities, and then to advise on management. Although specialising in grassland, she has spent many years recording plants from all types of habitat in Shropshire (and other areas of Britain) and has collated a list of the Shropshire wild roses. She is the BSBI county recorder for Montgomery.

Further Information

View your basket