NARRS Training Days (amphibians and reptiles)

wildgarlic · NARRS Training Days (amphibians and reptiles)

Angus training days for participants in NARRS:

The National Amphibian Survey
&
The National Reptile Survey
Volunteer surveyors are currently sought in the Angus area for the National Amphibian and Reptile Recording Scheme (NARRS). No specific experience is necessary as free training will be provided in amphibian and reptile identification, habitat assessment, survey methods, survey protocols, recording, health & safety, licensing, and landowner permissions. If you have a love of wildlife and the great outdoors, and can spare some time over the spring and summer months, this survey is for you! Please bring stout footwear, wellies and waterproofs.

Amphibian Training Day: Sunday 15th March 2009, 10:00-22:00hrs
Venue: Aberlemno Village Hall, Aberlemno, Nr. Forfar (NO 521 558)

Amphibian Programme: 09:30-10:00 Arrive (tea/coffee)
10:00-14:00 Amphibian classroom session
14:30-16:30 Amphibian survey field session
16:30-20:00 Break (optional pub/meal)
20:30-22:00 Amphibian torchlight field session

Reptile Training Day: Sunday 12th April 2009, 10:00-15:00hrs
Venue: Glenesk Hotel, Edzell, Nr. Brechin (NO 602 685)

Reptile Programme: 09:30-10:00 Arrive (tea/coffee)
10:00-13:00 Reptile classroom session
13:30-15:00 Reptile survey field session

To ensure your place on either or both of the above courses, please contact:
Trevor Rose on 07778 830192 or email to secretary@thebhs.org

For more information about NARRS, please visit www.narrs.org.uk

wildgarlic

There are NARRS training days for all areas of the UK - check the website for further details.