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Hartpury Outreach for Schools & Colleges

Animal

Camera trap use for conservation

In this workshop, students will learn what camera traps are and why they are used in industry. They will get experience of finding the perfect camera trap location and to the camera trap to take pictures and videos. Finally in this session students will review camera trap footage from research by the university conducted on campus and abroad to gain skills in animal and behaviour identification. Equipment required: Sensible shoes such as trainers/boots for walking outdoors. Duration: 45 to 60 minutes Year groups: College years:

Drone use in population sampling This workshop will introduce drones to the students and how they can be used in the study of animals. In this session we will discuss the legalities of drone photography and using a drone to remotely follow animals, survey remote areas, and calculate populations numbers and densities through aerial photography. Equipment required: Sensible shoes such as trainers/boots for walking outdoors. Duration: 45 to 60 minutes Year groups: College years:

Method of delivery: Face-to-face on campus.

Method of delivery: Face-to-face on campus.