Essential Guide to Caring for your Wood
Tutor: Professor Julian Evans OBE FICFor - Returns with his invaluable introduction to the art and science of woodland management for beginners.
A one day course for those new to woodland management that seeks to provide, at an introductory level, the issues and operations that can be expected. The course examines what’s involved, looks at access, gates and boundaries, explores setting objectives and enjoying one’s wood, and introduces aspects of silviculture. Researching woodland history, planning for future and an overview of grants and licences are all touched upon.
Participants learn what’s involved caring for woodland, where to find more detailed information, and how to get started. The grand aim is to enhance informed woodland management, especially for those unfamiliar with forestry.
This course is limited to a maximum of 16 delegates to ensure that everyone can contribute and have their individual questions answered.
Some feedback on the course from previous delegates:
“Julian was the most welcoming of hosts and set the tone for the day as a relaxed, flexible session to suit everyone’s needs. There was plenty of information about practical matters associated with managing a wood and Julian was very happy to discuss all subjects regarding his Northdown Plantation.”
“Very informative course – a good mix of introductory information and practical field visits. Very knowledgeable presenter and a good balance of questions and answers.”
“Fantastic day – really interesting content. Enjoyed it thoroughly.”
Tea, coffee will be provided on arrival, please bring a packed lunch as lunch is not provided. Bring outdoor clothing and suitable footwear for the outdoor sessions. You will receive a complimentary copy of Julian’s book “Getting Started in Your Own Wood” on the day.
Price: £75.00 RFS members / £95.00 Non-members
Professor Julian Evans OBE FICFor
Professor Julian Evans, formerly a Forestry Commissioner, formerly Professor of Forestry at Imperial College and previously the Forestry Commission’s Chief Research Officer (S), is also a past president of the Institute of Chartered Foresters, vice-president of the Commonwealth Forestry Association and chaired (2013-19) the Forestry Commission’s Expert Committee on Forest Science. Memberships include Confor, the Royal Forestry Society, and Woodland Heritage. He is an honorary fellow of Bangor University and author of over 100 research papers and many books on tree and forestry-related matters. For nearly 40 years he has owned a 30-acre woodland in Hampshire. He was appointed OBE in 1997. He is a member of RFS Council and of the Editorial Board of QJF and was awarded the RFS Gold Medal in 2024 in recognition of his remarkable impact on the British forestry.
