The assisted felling training course from H&W is an advanced course for experienced operators of chainsaws. The course will involve the felling and processing of trees with an overall diameter at felling height above and below 380mm (15 inches).
This course covers the use of winches and rope systems to assist with the felling of trees as well as the following areas:
Courses are run on demand and usually last for 3 days (including assessment) Get in touch on 07855571312 or ctlogue@aol.com
Courses include the following: Safe Use of Pesticides (PA1) Boom Mounted Sprayers (PA2) Variable Geometry Boom Sprayers (PA3) Slug Pellets and Granular Applications (PA4) Hand Held Applicators (PA6) including Application in or near Water (PA6AW), Stem Injection, Stump Treatment, Invasive Weeds…
Monday 24th - Friday 28th August 2026
Our “Woodland Pioneers – an Introduction to coppicing” week-long course introduces you to coppicing and greenwood crafts, and to our 3-year coppicing apprenticeship scheme. This course will run from 24 – 28 August at Silverhelme Scout Camp, Silverdale, Lancashire. The course fee (which includes…
Date And Time: 28 April 2026 09:00 to 16:00 Graythwaite Estate, Ambleside, Cumbria, LA22 0QF
This course will cover the practical application of forest operations to achieve stand transformation using resilient silvicultural systems. You will learn and share your own knowledge about the principles and practice of Continuous Cover Forestry (CCF) in the context of estate woodland management.…
Our Foundation Degree in Wildlife Conservation course is based at our Kirkley Hall campus, and you will receive your timetable previous to starting your course.
Explore the fascinating world of wildlife conservation focusing on the protection of species, habitats, and ecosystems both in the UK and globally. Engage in critical discussions on ethical issues and the role of modern zoos in conservation efforts. Kirkley Hall’s zoo provides a unique opportunity…
Lancaster University Open Days and Campus Tours
Barrow Skills Fair 28 April 2026
Cumbria Nature Festival 8-10 May 2026
