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Dear all,

Field science courses below including one run (ahem) by myself.

All the best,

Richard

Sent: Tuesday, 18 February 2014, 13:55
Subject: Expeditions and Fieldwork: Spring Update 2014

Spring Training Opportunities

Geography Outdoors; the centre supporting field research, exploration and outdoor learning

Forthcoming courses on remote medicine, conservation & mapping field techniques, as well as a unique full-day seminar on the natural heritage of the Sultanate of Oman.

Expedition Medicine Training Course

Saturday 15 and Sunday 16 March 2014

This two-day course goes beyond conventional first aid. It has been specifically designed for people working or travelling in remote and challenging environments where medical support is limited. Upon completion of the course participants will receive a certificate which is valid for 3 years. This course fulfills the first aid training for the Mountain Leader Award.

Cost: student £140/standard £250

Camera Trapping Workshop

Saturday 15 March 2014

Camera trapping gives a glimpse into the hidden world of animals. This one day workshop will look at how to set up a systematic survey in the field. Suitable for students and researchers.

Cost: student £85/standard £140

Sound Recording & Editing Workshop

Saturday 15 March 2014

Sound recordings can support and enhance a range of research projects and provide archives for later researchers. This one day workshop covers the technical skills needed to record and edit sound from the field.

Cost: student £85/standard £140

Field Science in Oman: past, present and future

Tuesday 4 March 2014

For anyone interested in conservation, development, landscapes and wildlife in Oman.

Cost: student £25/standard £45/RGS-IBG member £20

Introduction to GIS for fieldwork

Friday 14 March 2014

Learn the theory behind GIS for fieldwork and watch practical demos in GIS equipment, GPS and GIS software.

Cost: student £50/standard £75

GIS Expeditions & Field Research

Friday 14 , Saturday 15, Sunday 16 March 2014

For those with a field project using GIS already in mind. Build on the introduction to GIS with hands-on training over the weekend, developing effective project plans and practical fieldwork skills. Only 16 places availble. Early booking recommended.

Cost: student £175/ standard £340

Price includes a copy of the GIS, GPS and Remote Sensing manual, recommended retail price at £15

For details on our range of courses, information on fees and booking:

Contact Geography Outdoors

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