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Nature, Ecology & Permaculture: Earth on Fire
This course offers a comprehensive introduction to volcanoes, exploring their locations, mechanisms, and profound impacts on both life and landscapes. Students will delve into the geological processes that drive volcanic activity, understand the distribution of volcanoes across the globe, and study the various types of eruptions. The course also examines the environmental and societal effects of volcanic activity, from the creation of new landforms to the challenges posed by volcanic hazards. Through a blend of lectures, case studies, and hands-on activities, participants will gain a deep appreciation for these powerful natural phenomena.
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Dates:Thu 03/10/2024 -
Thu 31/10/2024Times:10:30am - 12:30pmDuration:4 sessionsLocation:Poringland Community Centre (Poringland)
Overtons Way
Poringland
NR14 7WBTutor:Charles LewisCourse code:Q00018002How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £33.60
Nature, Ecology & Permaculture: West Norfolk’s wonderful peatlands
We will start off by examining how the peatlands in west Norfolk have formed, the differences between different types of peatland habitat (fens and mires) and the wonderful wealth of species that they support, before considering the factors that have caused their degradation and loss and the restoration techniques that are returning them to their former glory. Suitable for both beginners and those with an existing knowledge of peatland conservation and restoration.
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Dates:Sat 19/10/2024 -
Sat 19/10/2024Times:10:30am - 5:30pmDuration:1 sessionsLocation:Friends Meeting House (King's Lynn)
38 Bridge Street
King's Lynn
PE30 5ABTutor:Guest SpeakerCourse code:Q00017665How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:7 places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £30.00
Nature, Ecology and Permaculture: Introduction to Environmental Science and Sustainability
By the end of the course, the participant will have an understanding of the meanings of basic environmental terms; have a rudimentary awareness of the importance and benefits of sustainable development; have a straightforward understanding of Environmental Management Systems and how they work, have sufficient knowledge to identify and understand issues with pollution and waste; be aware of Environmental Emergency Procedures and be able to individually reduce their impact on the environment as best they can.
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Dates:Fri 10/01/2025 -
Fri 28/03/2025Times:10:00am - 1:00pmDuration:11 sessionsLocation:Plymouth Central Library (Plymouth)
Central Library
167 to 171 Armada Way
Plymouth
PL1 1HZTutor:Lee ArmonCourse code:Q00019259How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £88.20
Nature, Ecology & Permaculture: Fossils and Ancient Life
A hands on course using the tutor’s huge fossil collection. Find out about life on Earth over millions of years and learn how to identify these fossils and interpret how they lived.
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Dates:Sat 18/01/2025 -
Sat 18/01/2025Times:10:00am - 4:00pmDuration:1 sessionsLocation:The Cornerstone (Wokingham)
Norreys Avenue
Wokingham
RG40 1UETutor:Guest SpeakerCourse code:Q00017592How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £25.20
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Duration:12 monthsFee:£15
Nature, Ecology & Permaculture: An introduction to Water and Plastic Pollution in the Environment
We will discuss the main sources of water pollution and the types of water pollution. We will list the
major sources of water pollutants; describe the effects on water due to organic materials, plant
nutrients and toxic, physical, and biological pollutants; list the main diseases caused by
microorganisms that can be carried by water.
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Dates:Fri 18/04/2025 -
Fri 25/04/2025Times:10:00am - 1:00pmDuration:2 sessionsLocation:Neetside Community Centre (Bude)
The Crescent
Bude
EX23 8LBTutor:Lee ArmonCourse code:Q00017797How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £25.20
Nature, Ecology & Permaculture: An introduction to Water and Plastic Pollution in the Environment
We will discuss the main sources of water pollution and the types of water pollution. We will list the
major sources of water pollutants; describe the effects on water due to organic materials, plant
nutrients and toxic, physical, and biological pollutants; list the main diseases caused by
microorganisms that can be carried by water.
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Dates:Thu 10/07/2025 -
Thu 17/07/2025Times:10:00am - 1:00pmDuration:2 sessionsLocation:Neetside Community Centre (Bude)
The Crescent
Bude
EX23 8LBTutor:Lee ArmonCourse code:Q00017798How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £25.20