Free rewilding course aimed at farmers and policymakers
The course – 'Introduction to rewilding in Europe' – brings together insights from leading experts and practitioners across more than 20 European countries.
Aimed at students, policymakers, farmers, artists, or those curious about nature recovery, the Massive Open Online Course – which is hosted by the Open University in the UK – is meant as a gateway to understanding rewilding and playing an active part in it.
Rewilding Europe has said that those who complete the course won't just understand rewilding – they will be ready to make it happen.
Rewilding Europe's head of upscaling, Amy Duthie said: 'Rewilding is growing at a phenomenal rate across Europe.
'Every day we're asked 'how can I start rewilding?' The truth is, everyone can.
'We've created this course to share our experience and showcase the best rewilding efforts across Europe, so that everyone has the information and inspiration to start rewilding.'
Sharing lessons learned
The eight-module course is said to be suitable for all learners and no prior knowledge required.
It features real-life stories, the latest thinking in rewilding science, and practical tools to kickstart individual or community action.
Each module explores rewilding in diverse landscapes – on land, in rivers, and at sea – and culminates in a personal rewilding action plan to turn new knowledge into practice.
Rewilding Europe
Rewilding Europe said that rewilding offers hope at a time of multiple global crises – biodiversity loss, climate change, and disconnection from the natural world.
This course is an invitation to explore how rewilding can contribute to healthier ecosystems, stronger communities, and a more resilient future for all.
'Rewilding gives us a unique and exciting opportunity to ensure nature recovery delivers game-changing impact,' the group said.
'An opportunity to rediscover and reconnect with wild nature to improve our own health and well-being. This course is an invitation to be part of that change.'
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