Will lunch be provided?

There is a cafe on site at the Eskdalemuir Community Hub, so you are more than welcome to purchase a lunch in advance (recommended) or bring a packed lunch from home. Teas, coffees, and biscuits will be provided and are included in the course cost.

Is there parking on site?

Yes, there is ample parking at the Eskdalemuir Community Hub and the Boreland Forest site.

Do you provide overnight accommodation?

We are unable to offer overnight accommodation for delegates attending from out of town, but we are more than happy to make suggestions for places to stay in the area! Don't hesitate to be in touch.

What pre-requisite knowledge is required?

A basic understanding of forestry practice and/or undergraduate degree or equivalent

Is there any gear I need to bring?

Yes, you will need to bring a spade, clipboard or all-weather writer, any training materials (list provided upon registration), and suitable outdoor clothing and footwear.

Postponed

Planning a forest: Site assessment & Tree species

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Discover Nature Award - Community Tree Planting Day
Sat, Nov 1, 10:00
Borders Forest Trust Car Park Corehead • pine level
Free
Guided Walk with Borders Forest Trust
Sun, Sep 14, 10:30
Town Hall • Moffat
Free
Assessing your climate risk – an introduction to climate data and reporting
Mon, Oct 13, 11:30
United Kingdom • remote learning (teams)
Free
Guided Walk with Borders Forest Trust
Sat, Sep 13, 10:30
Town Hall • Moffat
Free
Borders Forest Trust: Guided Walk at Talla and Gameshope
Sun, Aug 31, 10:00
Borders Forest Trust Gameshope • Biggar
Assessing your climate risk – an introduction to climate data and reporting
Mon, Feb 2, 11:30
United Kingdom • remote learning (teams)
Free
Site visit: Crofthead woodland creation and James Jones sawmill
Wed, Sep 3, 09:30
Forest Sawmills Ltd • Lockerbie
Free
2025 SXC Championships & R5 - Ae Forest
Fri, Aug 29, 10:00
AE Bike Shop & Cafe, • Ae Village
£5 - £22.38
Introduction to Food Forests
Fri, Oct 3, 09:00
Faldonside House • Melrose
£65.71
Kirkconnel Flow Peatland Restauration Site Visit
Fri, Sep 5, 14:30
Kirkconnel Flow • Dumfries
Free

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