Course: Woodland Plant Identification

This beginner to intermediate identification 1-day course will introduce you to the wonderful world of woodland plants.

Woodlands are an important UK habitat and being able to accurately identify woodland plants and specifically Ancient Woodland Indicator species (AWIs) can aid in establishing the conservation value and significance of these habitats. 

This course will include:

• Identification characters of woodland plants and similar-looking species. 
• Distinguish the major groups of woodland plants and recognise the key characters of those you can’t identify.
• Use of a range of keys and other identification guides. 
• Practical botanical skills outdoors 

By the end of the course, you will be able to:

• Understand what comprises an Ancient Woodland Indicator (AWI) species, how they might vary over the British Isles and how they can be useful in assessing a woodland.
• Recognise and name a wide number of AWIs, including a number of ferns and grasses.
• Distinguish between a number of AWIs and look-a-like species which may include invasive relatives and Schedule 9 species.

This course is eligible for a student discount. If you are a current student, please use discount code BioStudent20 at checkout for 20% off.