GET RECONNECTED TO NATURE
During this short course you will learn how to identify 4 species of common wildflower and 3 species of native tree. The course is taught through video, shot on location in North Wales. After each section you can take a quiz to test your knowledge.
This course is perfect for anyone wanting a better understanding of the plants that call the riverbank their home.
About Your Tutor
James Kendall
I am the Head Bushcraft Instructor and Forest School Leader at Woodland Classroom, based in North Wales, delivering bushcraft courses, forest school programmes, wild food experiences and reconnecting people with nature.
I have been working in environmental education & conservation for over 10 years now. I received the Bushcraft Competency Certificate awarded through the Institute for Outdoor Learning after 2 years of teaching experience and practical study. Before setting up Woodland Classroom Ltd I was the Project Manager for Long Wood Community Woodland, the largest community-owned woodland in Wales, overseeing the management of 300 acres of broadleaf and conifer forest. I am also a former Director of Llais y Goedwig, the voice of community woodlands in Wales.
My approach to teaching has always been with an emphasis on steering my students toward fostering a deeper connection with nature through understanding the landscape around us. I have always had an affinity with woods, being at home amongst the trees.
Know Your Wildflowers
Learn to confidently identify species of wetland wildflowers out in the countryside with our video lectures, out on location.
Look Closer
You will look closely at details on trees species such as bark, buds, twigs, leaves and seeds, so that you can identify them at any time of the year.
Learn the Land
You will discover the reason why you see scenes like this (above) along riverbanks and the traditional countryside management techniques behind this.
Example Curriculum
Other FREE Online Courses
If you love nature but can't see the trees from the wood (excuse the pun) then try our introductory Tree ID course. You will gain confidence in identification, learn new skills which will enhance your time spent in the countryside.