Nigel Pinhorn from the Devon Nature Walks Group gives an introductory course on "Wildflowers of the Exe & beyond".

The series of walks and talks take place on either Sundays or Wednesdays. They are all outdoor walks and each session will be at a different venue, introducing the wonderful world of botany.

There will be particular focus on the identification, folklore, habitat preferences, medicinal and culinary uses of our wild flora. We will look at trees, wild flowers, grasses, sedges and rushes, ferns, mosses, lichens and galls. The associated wildlife will also be discussed.

There will be opportunities for photography. Hand outs accompanying the course will include species profiles, recommended societies, groups, books and websites".

Botany Course 1: Sundays 2pm-4.30pm

19 May, 16 June, 14 July, 18 August, 22 September, 20th October 2013

£60 per person for full course of 7 sessions. Booking in advance only. Maximum of 15 people only, please book early to avoid disappointment. Cheques made out to ‘Nigel Pinhorn’ (& write on back what course & your contact details) and post to address at bottom of this email.

Botany Course 2: Wednesdays 10am - 12.30pm

15 May, 19 June, 17 July, 21 August, 18 September, 16 October 2013

£60 per person for full course of 7 sessions. Booking in advance only. Maximum of 15 people only, please book early to avoid disappointment.

Booking Arrangements: call Nigel Pinhorn on 01392 211247.

These events are always popular - so book early to avoid disappointment. For more information visit www.devonnaturewalks.co.uk