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Wyre Pathfinder Woodfuel Training

July 23-24 in Bewdley

Training of Wyre woodfuel ‘champions’ will be delivered over two days by Heartwoods in partnership with the Forestry Research, who are the research agency of the Forestry Commission. The training will cover:

  • Why and when to choose woodfuel.
  • Woodfuel types and standards

  • Woodfuel supply chain organisation

  • Woodfuel supply chain costs

  • Woodfuel boiler types

  • Boiler sizing

  • Assessment of fuel requirements

  • Assessing woodland for woodfuel potential, in terms of access, tree species and volume.

  • Common Pitfalls
     

There will also be site visits to an existing installation and presentation from a local wood fuel supplier.  For booking and further information, contact Andy on 01952 432769 or e-mail Andy@heartwoods.co.uk.


A Week in the Woods

22-26 September. For anyone interested in coppicing and woodland crafts, topics covered:

Coppicing and woodland management, green woodworking, hurdle making and a visit to Prickly Nut Wood, managed by Ben Law.

Cost £120 – £220. Upon completion, there is an option to apply for a 3 year apprenticeship.

For more information contact Fran on 01952 432769 or e-mail courses@greenwoodcentre.org.uk

 


 

 

 

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