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Dry Stone Walling

How to construct and repair dry stone walls, stone-faced earth banks, retaining walls and other dry stone features.

Fencing

The design and construction of fences for conservation and amenity, as well as for agricultural or other purposes

Footpaths

The design, construction, maintenance and repair of rural footpaths and informal paths in urban areas

Hedging

Hedgerow management for conservation volunteers and others interested in creating and maintaining hedgerows.

Sand Dunes

Maintenance and improvement of extremely fragile, valuable, natural habitats through manual work.

Toolcare

Guidance on the storage, maintenance and repair of tools used in conservation work, and setting up workshops and toolstores

The Urban Handbook

Recognising the unique qualities of cities and towns to understand how best to contribute to environmental improvements

Woodlands

Management of traditional British woodlands, and the creation of new woods and managing associated habitats

Waterways & Wetlands

Maintenance and improvement of valuable waterways - bodies of fresh water, springs, ponds, lakes, streams, rivers, canals and ditches

Tree Planting & Aftercare

Growing, planting and caring for trees to ensure success of planting and on providing an environment in which the young trees will thrive

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