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Nature, Ecology & Permaculture: West Norfolk’s wonderful peatlands
Course details
Course code
Q00017665Course date
Number of classes
1 sessionsTimetable
Branch
King's LynnTutor
Guest SpeakerFee range
How you'll learn
Venue
Friends Meeting House (King's Lynn)38 Bridge Street
King's Lynn
PE30 5AB
Level of study
Entry Levels 1,2,3: If you have never studied this subject before and you’re not confident in your ̨Íåswag, Entry levels are a good starting point.
Level 1: Covers basic ̨Íåswag and knowledge needed for this subject
Level 2: Building on basic knowledge or experience. Similar to Grade 4/ C at GCSE or O level in England or Standards in Scotland.
Level 3: Learn about the topic in-depth and have a broad range of ̨Íåswag. Independent working Equivalent to an A level in England or Higher in Scotland.
Beginners: A perfect introduction if you have no experience and ̨Íåswag in this subject.
Improvers: The next step if you have basic ̨Íåswag or knowledge but want to progress them further.
Advanced: Build on the solid experience and ̨Íåswag you have in this subject, applying your ̨Íåswag and knowledge in a more complex way.
Course overview
Course description
This course will focus on the chain of peatlands (fens and mires) that have formed along west Norfolk’s Greensand ridge. We will explore how the unique geology of the area has helped to create and sustain these peatlands, using maps and geological samples to illustrate physical processes. Learn about the special wildlife that healthy, vibrant peatlands support and discover how humans have shaped and changed the landscape over time. Over the last 200 years the majority of west Norfolk’s peatlands have been destroyed or damaged. We will examine the factors that have led to these losses and what can be done to reverse this damage. Using real, local examples, we will delve into the different techniques used to restore out peatlands, the importance of doing so and the amazing results that this work is yielding. The course will use powerpoint presentations, access to specialist texts, physical samples of materials to illustrate processes (geological samples, as well as plants and invertebrates), as well as discussion-based learning.
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