This in-person tracks and signs workshop is designed to both introduce a prospective new tracker to the general concepts involved in interpreting tracks and signs and add to the knowledge of the more experienced naturalist.

We will focus on the recognition of the tracks and signs left behind by the passing of mammals.

Although the programme is aimed at anyone new to tracking or those wanting to know more about wildlife it is taught to a deep level with some real and very useful information imparted, with this in mind even those with some experience of the subject will benefit from the course.

The workshop mixes theory and practical covering:

• Foot morphology in relation to track families

• Print identification

• Scat identification

• Beds, homes and nests

• Feeding signs

• Kill sites

• Gaits and track patterns

Trainer:

Mila Saunders is a level 3 tracker certified in the Cybertracker system, achieving an impressive 99% in recognition and interpretation of track and sign Specialist Evaluation, and a level 3 in the art of trailing animals. She organises tracking and trailing courses to different locations across Europe with John Rhyder and is assisting on the long-term Wildlife Identification & Tracking course at Woodcraft School plus various other tracking programmes.

Accessibility:
We are committed to ensuring the accessibility of our training courses. If you require accommodations or have any accessibility concerns, please contact Fiona (training@themammalsociety.org) in advance, and we will be happy to assist you.

For booking terms and conditions click here.

*Please note - If not enough delegates book on to this course it may be postponed with two weeks notice, this is because we are a small charity and need to make sure our events are viable.