Tutor: Chris Keeler

Time: 09.30  

For absolute beginners who want to learn the basics of coppicing, this course is an essential introduction to a fundamental skill for woodland management.  

The course will cover: 

- The history of coppicing

- Why coppicing is important

- The best tools for the job and how to care for them

- Safely felling small diameter trees with hand tools

- Layering hazel

- How to deal with brash

- Coppice products

- Threats and opportunities