Multi award winning wildlife photographer, filmmaker, and author David Plummer shares his secrets in this one-day course aimed at teaching you the fieldcraft required to get closer to wildlife, while respecting and not disturbing the wildlife itself.
Learn valuable tips about:
Tracking and stalking animals.
Animal tracks and signs in the field.
Using bird alarm calls to locate predators.
Camouflage, clothing and hides
...and much more.
The course will be a combination of work in the classroom as well as out on the reserve at Woods Mill. Useful for wildlife photographers or those who just want to quietly observe British animals at close quarters.
Tutor David Plummer is a wildlife expert, conservationist and professional photographer and multi award winning filmmaker. His images are regularly featured in leading wildlife publications and national and international press, and he appears regularly on national and international radio and television. He has been running courses for Sussex Wildlife Trust for many years, focusing on some of his passions: photography, badgers and owls. His acclaimed book “7 Years of Camera Shake: One Man’s Passion for Photographing Wildlife” was published in 2017.
Find out more about fieldcraft with our recent interview with David.
Venue: The Classroom, Woods Mill, Henfield, West Sussex, BN5 9SD
What to bring: Wear suitable clothing and footwear for the weather conditions. Bring a pack lunch, water bottle and something to take notes with. Tea and coffee will be provided.
Facilities: Free parking available. Toilets can be found in the car park and the classroom.
Public transport: Compass Bus 100 Burgess Hill-Pulborough stops outside Woods Mill Monday – Saturday. No Sunday Service. http://www.compass-travel.co.uk for timetable.
Accessability: Easy walking. Can be muddy after rain.
If our standard priced tickets are simply out of reach at the moment, you can opt for our open concession ticket. This is available to all with no questions asked.
Participants must be at least 14 years old to attend an adult course or event. Young people, aged 14-17, must be accompanied by a paying adult aged 18 or over.
Please read our terms and conditions before booking.
Photo: David Plummer Camouflaged © David Plummer
