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Walks with Talks – Summer 2018

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walkers-907574_1920.jpgThe first meeting at the Mill will involve students in planning the 4 walks. There will be pointers to safe excursion guidelines and individual needs will be taken into account. The ability to stroll 4 miles or so with appropriate breaks is needed for the full experience. Geology and geomorphology will underlie the course. Plant and animal identification will be at a simple level. Student contributions are welcomed.

Tutor – Gerry Shaw
Fee – £53.90 or Free
Venue – WEA, The Mill, Lodge Lane, Derby DE1 3HB
Date – Wednesday 10:15am – 12:15pm, 5 meetings from 11 April 2018
Course Ref – C2338970

Enrolment is now open – go to wea.org.uk or call 0300 303 3464 to book your place

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Geology and nature walks – Summer 2017

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IMG_0283.JPGA chance to explore the geology, scenery and wildlife of the East Midlands. First session at The Mill; outdoor meetings thereafter. It is hoped to arrange shared transport and lifts. Walks will involve distances of 3-4 miles, usually starting at 10.30am and finishing at 3pm. Visit locations to be confirmed after consultation with students.

Tutor – Gerry Shaw & Debbie Alston
Fee – £53.90 or Free
Venue – WEA, The Mill, Lodge Lane, Derby DE1 3HB
Date – Wednesday 10:15am – 12:15pm, 5 meetings from 26 April 2017
Course Ref – C2337138

Online enrolment is available from 5 December – go to https://enrolonline.wea.org.uk/online/coursesearch.aspx

Earth and nature studies – Autumn 2016

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Dovedale, Peak DistrictA unique opportunity to investigate the rocks plants, animals and their interaction in the landscape. Gerry and Debbie will share their biological and geological expertise to discover new ways of looking at nature focusing on Derbyshire and the Peak District.
There will be a field trip included; date to be confirmed at first session

Tutor – Debbie Alston & Gerry Shaw
Fee – £80.85 or Free
Venue – WEA, The Mill, Lodge Lane, Derby DE1 3HB
Date – Wednesday 10:15am – 11:45am, 12 meetings from 21 September 2016
Course Ref – C2336479

Online enrolment is available from 4 July – go to https://enrolonline.wea.org.uk/online