Learn about a range of peatland monitoring methods in this hands-on course, taught on site in the Yorkshire Dales.

Introduction to Peatland Monitoring

A day of hands-on learning on a blanket bog in the heart of the Yorkshire Dales.

Join Yorkshire Peat Partnership's expert practitioners to learn how to...

Understand a range of peatland monitoring methods and their uses

Collect monitoring data on peatlands

Deploy monitoring kit

Consider practical solutions to challenges and pitfalls

Enjoy friendly, interactive learning led by the professionals with years of practical experience in peatland restoration.

Who should attend?

Introduction to Peatland Monitoring is suitable for

Peatland restoration professionals

Ecological consultants

Project officers & assistants

Volunteers

Conservation/ecology students

People who enjoy hands-on outdoor learning

Course level: beginner

What to expect

Venue

Kingsdale Head Farm, Westhouse, Ingleton, Carnforth LA6 3PH

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What to bring

Clothing suitable to spend time outdoors in wet and cold weather, including waterproof coat and trousers, and boots with ankle support.

Notepad & pen if desired for note taking.

Catering

Please note that lunch is not included and there is nowhere to purchase food at Kingsdale Head. Attendees must bring a packed lunch. Hot drinks are provided.

Joining us on the day

Your course will start at 10:30am.

By car

Please help us reduce traffic in the Dales by sharing lifts where possible. We can help arrange carsharing from Skipton - please indicate when booking if you're interested.

Parking

Parking at Kingsdale Head Farm is limited and may be unsuitable for some vehicles. You will receive detailed instructions in advance of your course date.

Public transport

Kingsdale Head Farm is not directly accessible by public transport. The nearest bus stop is located in Ingleton. It may be possible to arrange lifts from Ingleton, or YPP's office in Skipton - please contact us for more information.

Accessibility

Participating fully in the course requires walking approx. 1km each way up a steep hill, and crossing boggy and uneven ground. If this sounds unsuitable for you or you have other access needs, please contact us at peat.training@yppartnership.org.uk to discuss.

A toilet is available at the course venue.

Sorry, no under-18s.

Contact us

If you're having difficulties with your booking, or you have more questions about the event, please don't hesitate to get in touch via our website, or email peat.training@yppartnership.org.uk

Our Policies

Read our policies on our website.

About Yorkshire Peat Partnership

Yorkshire Peat Partnership is restoring peatlands in the Yorkshire Dales and North York Moors National Parks and Nidderdale National Landscape. Our goal is to restore and conserve upland peat resources in order to ensure the long-term future of these unique and valuable habitats. We are an umbrella organisation led by Yorkshire Wildlife Trust, the only charity entirely dedicated to conserving, protecting and enhancing Yorkshire's wildlife and wild places.

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