A FREE bat survey training course is on offer in Barnard Castle.
The Heart of Teesdale Landscape Partnership is offering the course to volunteers on Wednesday, April 8, at 7.30pm.
The course, led by Tricia Snaith from Durham Bat Group, will cover an introduction to the bats of County Durham, details about the methodology used to survey bats, instructions on how to use bat detectors and some practical experience of surveying bats.
The course will consist of an indoor introduction and a practical outdoor session, with the hope that volunteers will use their skills to help the Heart of Teesdale survey the bats around the Teesdale area this summer.
However the course is open to everyone and there is no obligation to volunteer afterwards.
No previous experience is required. Equipment is provided and participants are asked to bring waterproof clothing and sturdy footwear.
For more information and to book a place, contact Susie Lane on 03000-264903 or susanne.lane@durham.gov.uk.
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