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Introduction to Beekeeping

9th January 2019, by Coigach & Assynt Living Landscape

This beginner’s one day course is classroom based and designed to provide an introduction to the world of honeybees and beekeeping. All the information required to understand the responsibilities of a beekeeper, and help you decide whether you want to keep bees. Beekeepers with little formal beekeeping experience may also benefit from this course. Tutors are available all day to…

Crofters and smallholders skill boost, Crofting, Highlands and Islands Enterprise, Scottish Crofting Federation, Scottish Natural Heritage, Scottish Rural Development Programme, skills training

Birch Sap Workshop

20th November 2018, by Coigach & Assynt Living Landscape

16th March, 10am—1pm £5 Assynt Leisure Centre This workshop will take you through the process of tapping a Birch tree using some basic tools and equipment. You’ll learn about the health benefits and how to make syrup and wine from birch sap. Participants will need walking boots/ wellies, warm clothes and waterproofs as the workshop involves going into Culag woods.…

Assynt Learning, Big Lottery Fund, Heritage Lottery Fund, skills training, The Radcliffe Trust, Trees

Charcoal Making Workshop

20th November 2018, by Coigach & Assynt Living Landscape

Saturday 23rd/24th February, 9am—4pm, £10 Location to be confirmed. Learn how to create Charcoal with Chris! Using a charcoal kiln and other containers to make charcoal to take home. Day 1 is filling and burning the wood with time to learn how to use artist charcoal. Day 2 (optional) is emptying the kiln, bagging and taking away your own bag…

Assynt Learning, Big Lottery Fund, Heritage Lottery Fund, skills training, The Radcliffe Trust

Strained Wire Fencing Course

2nd October 2018, by Coigach & Assynt Living Landscape

Participants will learn all skills required from placing a strainer to tensioning wire and finishing off. The aim of the course is to finish a 50m stretch of stock fence and learn skills that can be used to repair fences. Tutor: Brian Denoon Local Course Director: Anne Campbell Cost per person £40 Coigach & Assynt Living Landscape Partnership Scheme can…

Crofters and smallholders skill boost, Crofting, Highlands and Islands Enterprise, Scottish Crofting Federation, Scottish Natural Heritage, Scottish Rural Development Programme, skills training, The Scottish Govenment

Access to Crofting Toolkit

27th September 2018, by Coigach & Assynt Living Landscape

An introduction to Scottish agriculture directly relating to crofters and smallholders. Peer to peer support and face-to-face training event with industry experts to give you a step up to starting out in crofting, taking on a croft or update your knowledge and develop your crofting business. This highly acclaimed 2 day classroom-based course is designed specifically for new or aspiring…

Crofters & Smallholders Skills Boost, Highlands and Islands Enterprise, Scottish Crofting Federation, Scottish Natural Heritage, Scottish Rural Development Programme, The Scottish Govenment

Birch Bark Pot Workshop

27th September 2018, by Coigach & Assynt Living Landscape

Join Wooden Tom to learn traditional techniques and create a birch bark container from raw materials. No experience necessary. Assynt Leisure Centre. Booking essential. Ages 11 plus. £10. Contact Sandra sandramcallus@gmail.com

Assynt Learning, Big Lottery Fund, Heritage Lottery Fund, skills training, The Radcliffe Trust, Trees

Willow Weaving Workshop

27th September 2018, by Coigach & Assynt Living Landscape

Back by popular demand this two day workshop led by Tim Palmer will take you through the process of weaving and is suitable for both beginners and those wanting to develop existing skills. Assynt Leisure Centre, £15 plus cost of materials. Booking essential, contact Sandra sandramcallus@gmail.com Willow Weaving Poster

Assynt Learning, Big Lottery Fund, Heritage Lottery Fund, skills training

Cup Carving Workshop

27th September 2018, by Coigach & Assynt Living Landscape

Join Wooden Tom to learn traditional woodcarving techniques and carve your very own cup. No experience needed as you will be guided through the process on the day. Assynt Leisure Centre, ages 11 plus, £10. Booking Essential, contact Sandra on sandramcallus@gmail.com

Assynt Learning, Big Lottery Fund, Heritage Lottery Fund, skills training

Footpath Skills Training Day

27th September 2018, by Coigach & Assynt Living Landscape

Come along and learn some footpath building skills on Quinag. Training will be provided by the John Muir Trust’s footpath officer Chris Goodman. Meet at Quinag Carpark Ref: NC233274. Please bring warm clothes, waterproofs, good sturdy shoes/boots, work gloves and a packed lunch/ snack. Booking is recommended as places are limited.

Cracking views, Inspiring landscape, John Muir Trust, Path building and repairs, Quinag, skills training

Outdoor First Aid Training – OWL

27th September 2018, by Coigach & Assynt Living Landscape

Training on Outdoor First aid primarily for teachers within the CALL area. Spaces for general public may be available. Part of the Outdoor and Woodland Learning Project.

Outdoor and Woodland Learning, skills training

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