These are self guided tracking workshops is designed to introduce a prospective new tracker to the general concepts involved in interpreting tracks, interpreting signs and trailing or following animals using tracks and sign. they are designed for the novice tracker and to add to the knowledge of the more experienced practitioner. The workshops mixes theory and practical through the use of real examples and videos.
Identifying Tracks
Part 1Tracking Principles
Content
- What to look for in a track
- Foot structure and Morphology
- Tracking aids and resources
Part 2 Gaits and track patterns
Content
- Walks and trots
- Lopes and Gallops
- Hops and bounds
- Variations
Part 3 Plantigrade animals
Content
- Rodents
- Lagomorph
- Insectivores
- Mustelids
- Bears
- Introduced species
Part 4 Digitigrades
Content
- Canines
- Felines
Part 5 Ungulates
Content
- Deer
- Wild boar and pigs
- Horses and similar
- Bison/cattle
- Sheep and Goats
- Introduced species
Part 6 Reptiles and amphibians
Content
- Snakes and lizards
- Toads, frogs and newts
Part 7 Common invertebrates
Content
- Beetles
- Spiders
- Caterpillars, millipedes
Part 8 Bird Tracks
Content
- Small passerines
- Large passerines
- Birds of prey
- Owls
- Webbed birds
- Game birds and waders
- Water birds
