This half-day course in Nature Training is designed for groups of volunteers, project officers, community rangers, or anyone who interacts and engages with the public and wants to increase their confidence in sharing their passion and knowledge for the natural world.

From tips and tricks on identifying common species, fun facts to impart, and how to get the most out of Field Studies Council WildID guides, this introductory environmental education trainer course will also introduce you to the basic concepts of group and risk management so you can confidently lead nature walks. 

Included with the course will be a bundle of our WildID guides for your team, covering a selection of topics (e.g. birds, butterflies, trees, wildflowers) that we can tailor to your needs.

We take on-demand bookings for this course at a date and location to suit your group. Get in touch to discuss: [email protected]

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The Field Studies Council have over 80 years of experience in environmental education and are passionate about enabling others to share their love of the natural world.

Objectives – Learners will be able to: 

  • Utilise tips and tricks for effective communication about the natural world.
  • Recognise some key species and have interesting facts at your fingertips.
  • Know how to use fold-out guides to engage the public with different species.
  • Understand the basics of group and risk management.

Who Should Book? – This course is ideal for groups of volunteers, project officers, community rangers, or anyone who interacts with the public to impart knowledge about nature, habitats, or conservation.

Knowledge Level – Introductory/Beginner. Level descriptors can be found on the following web-page: Framework and Course Level Descriptors.

Prior Knowledge –  No prior knowledge or experience is needed for this course, just a willingness to explore and learn and a passion for nature engagement.

Pricing and Booking Information

If you and your team of employees, volunteers, or students are looking for a starting point in discovering and understanding the natural world, this course is for you. We take on demand bookings for this course at a date and time to suit your group.

We can adapt the content to focus on your local area, drawing out the special features of the habitats present and teh species that live there. The WildID guides provided can also be tailored to suit your area and key interests.

Get in touch: [email protected]

Example Timetable

This half-day session will last roughly 3 hours and the timings can be arranged to best suit you. It could be 10am - 1pm, 2pm - 5pm, or you could have a lunch break in the middle of two 1.5-hour sessions.

An example timetable:

  • Welcome and introductions - 15 minutes
  • Introduction to leading groups outside - working with risk assessments and group management - 30 minutes
  • Field session practising using Field Studies Council WildID guides and exploring key species found at the site, as well as sharing tips and tricks for group management and engagement - 2 hours
  • Summary and questions - 15 minutes

 

What's Included

  • Expert Tuition

The course has been carefully created by expert tutors and educators to help you build your knowledge and apply it within the field surrounded by like-minded individuals.

The course includes:

  • Classroom learning and discussions
  • Field excursions to gain practical experience
  • Expert tuition for which the Field Studies Council is renowned
  • Clear objectives and progression

You can rest assured that the absolute best content from an expert in environmental education will be provided. In choosing a Field Studies Council course, you will be joining thousands of people who learn with us each year.

Before You Attend

What to bring :

  • A notebook and pen
  • Any species guides or keys you like to use
  • Outdoor clothes (allowing for all weathers), waterproofs, sturdy shoes.

Opportunities to attend this course

This course is not currently available to book. Dates will follow soon.

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Progress Your Learning

This is a training course from the Field Studies Council, delivered by expert tutors with an approachable learning style. After attending this course, you may like to progress your learning with further relevant courses or branch out into other areas of natural history. The Field Studies Council offers both online and in person courses, so you can choose the learning style that suits you best.

The course gives you the opportunity to immerse yourself in a new subject and acquire novel skills. Our online portal gives you time to study at your own pace and fit the lessons around your own schedule.

If you have any questions about our courses, please check out our Frequently Asked Questions or email [email protected].

Group Bookings Made Easy

If you have a group of 10 or more individuals wanting to complete one of our courses, our team are available to discuss your options – from discounts to private team courses. Find out more!

You can rest assured that the absolute best content from an expert in environmental education will be at your fingertips. In choosing a Field Studies Council course, you will be joining thousands of people who learn with us each year.