The course is for the complete beginner who is interested in Game Keeping or for those who have have always wandered where the large populations of pheasants come from and how they survive, or why people are so passionate about their countryside pursuits, then this practical hands on workshop is just for you week 1 History of a Gamekeeper and the modern role. Types of Game and open seasons Go through the typical Gamekeepers Calendar. week 2 Pest and Predator control techniques. - Out on the estate practical workshop Feeding Methods and Medication Intro to how to release Game birds week 3 Introduction to Game Cover Crops Habitat management for Game Birds Various practical on estate Materials will vary with the seasons but as an introduction to the use of some equipment would be good to demonstrate/ for those attending to have a go with. Equipment Rabbit Snares Fox Snares Fenn traps
Name: Introduction to Game Keeping(Funded by Staffs County Council) Qualification title: Non regulated Community Learning provision, Animal Care and Veterinary Science Qualification type: Assessment Awarding Generic award - no awarding body Created 20170109 16:59:23 Updated 20170109 16:59:23
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South Staffordshire College
Further Education
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The Green Town: Cannock County:Staffs
Title: Non regulated Community Learning provision, Animal Care and Veterinary Science Qualification: Non regulated Community Learning provision, Animal Care and Veterinary Science Classification: Agriculture, Horticulture and Animal Care