4.1 Continuous Cover Forestry
£510.00 + VAT
An overview of sustainable ways of timber harvesting, including silvicultural principles and operations design.
Eligible for the Future Foresters Training Fund and Women in Forestry Training Fund. Applications for funding will re-open soon. Register your interest here.
12 in stock
When
09 – 11 September 2025, 9am to 5pm
Where
Winton, East Lothian
In a nutshell
This module provides an overview of the principles of CCF management, focusing particularly on silvicultural methods for stand transformation and the development of multi-storied woodlands. Late transformation scenarios for mature stands and aspects of operational planning are also covered in detail. The module includes indoor sessions as well as extensive site visits and practical exercises.
Learning outcomes
Delegates are familiar with the definition of CCF and can explain the principles of the main transformation methods. They are able to assess forest stands for their potential for transformation to CCF (including the risks of failure) and design operations accordingly.
Pre-Requisite knowledge
- Basic understanding of forestry practice and/or undergraduate degree or equivalent
- Familiarity with terms and conventions of forest mensuration and forest growth & yield (module 3.2)
- Understanding of site conditions and tree species selection (module 1.1)
- Understanding the principles of forest establishment (module 2.1)
- Understanding tree ecology and the principles of thinning interventions (module 3.1)
Additional details
All course materials included in price. A lunch of soup, sandwiches and home baking will be available to purchase as an optional add on.