Typsey

I run an ecological consultancy and we need a subby climber (CS38 and CSCS card) to assist with some tree climbing inspections we have. Our usual subby has now gone off to work full-time and we need someone local to East Yorkshire who can assist occasionally with surveys. No actual tree work will be done as we are only inspecting the trees for bats under our licence. Contact: [email protected]

I have three sites in Hull that I need tree surveys conducted on. The surveys need to be completed by a suitably qualified arboriculturalist (whatever that is) and be conducted according to BS5837. If you're interested them PM me and I'll get back to you as soon as I can. Typsey

I'm an ecologist that performs aerial tree inspections for bats. I currently hold CS 38 (since 2009) but am looking for somewhere in East Yorkshire (will travel further if needed) that can provide a refresher course so that I can carry out some CPD. I managed to break my leg about 14 months ago and haven't been up a tree in that time. I'm about fit enough to climb again and would really like to not just have a refresher but really get better at climbing. Your recommendations are welcomed. Typsey

I have a job on inspecting trees for bats and need a climber with CS38 and an in date CSCS card. The job is for three days and must be completed by 02/03/16. We can arrange which days to suit. Location is Daventry but I will driving down from East Yorkshire so can pick up if required. Hotel accommodation and food is included. PM with a number and I will ring you.

Practice makes perfect Jimmy! I need to start getting to grips with Quantum GIS which is a free to use GIS package. The fun we have!

East Yorkshire. Close to Hull.

Been away for the weekend Ted. Just replied.

Now with added HSE First Aid certificate.

Thanks for that Spence. They look a good operation, if a little far away.

Love the picture Codlasher. I have never found BLEs in such numbers. As you will be aware, bats move roosts regularly and usually have several in an area. I know of four CPip roosts within my village and I am sure that they will all be part of a larger community. However, without radio tracking I won't be able to prove it. I understand your point on the use of roof voids and buildings as roosts but several bat species have only been found in tree roosts. Therefore, it is essential that as many trees with potential roost features are surveyed correctly prior to any work being conducted. This is why the key produced by Henry is, in my opinion, going to have a great impact. I am always available for advice should you need it, but here's one you haven't asked for: if you are considering an upgrade to your bat detector then the Batbox Duet is an excellent alrounder. Coupled with a decent MP3 player you can get great recordings that can be analysed with freely available software when call diagnosis is difficult in the field.

Thanks for that Goaty. Price looks right. I will ring them today.

Tried them. I did 30/31 with them and they proved a right pain. If I remember rightly, the course was cancelled twice before I finally got on to it. I have been on their waiting list for 32 for about 2 years now. The instructors were very good and the training was great but the organisation left a lot to be desired.

Hi guys, I'm looking to do a bit more training and want to do both CS 32 and 39. I'm based in East Yorkshire and the chappy I did my training with has now retired. Is there anyone with local knowledge who can point me in the right direction? Many thanks.

Ask for it in writing then find enough excuses to delay until the nesting season has started (normally considered the start of March unless you already spot birds nesting) then you can wait to do it until the nesting season is over (normally considered July but may extend due to late summer weather - just check).