Amateur Naturalist Training Course (ANAT)
January 14 to January 19, 2024
Amateur Naturalist Course, A-NAT, has been curated for wildlife & nature enthusiast who wish to learn and appreciate more regardless of their educational background. For such candidates who deeply desire to learn about nature, Wildlife and Forestry Services in association with Pugdundee Safaris has curated ANAT. As experienced lodge operators & wildlife professionals, we realize that the forest is an observatory of passionate nature lovers, and this course serves as an opportunity to be more informed about various sides of nature.
The program offers
- Course delivery from subject experts
- Excellent opportunity of peer learning
- First hand exposure to the life of a naturalist
- Certificate of accomplishment
This course is strictly for people who are new to wildlife as it introduces the highlights of wildlife in central India.
Who should join
- Have you been longing to gain scientific knowledge about forests and creatures- big and small?
- Do you wish to quit the routine and experience the distantly fascinating life in natural settings?
As a stepping stone into the world of natural systems, diversity in subjects has been at the core of the course design. Candidates will be provided introduction to the following subjects-
Modules covered
Module 1 Mammals
- What are Mammals
- Biogeography of India and mammalian distribution
- Social organization of mammals
- Diets: Herbivores, Carnivores and Omnivores
- Habitat and niches of Mammals
- Sexing of Mammals by observation
- Interpreting alarm
- Scratching, wallowing and dust bathing
- Interpreting parental interactions with the young
- Interpreting tracks and signs
- Critical endangered mammals of India and conservation
- Identification of common Mammals
Module 2 Birds
- Definition of birds
- Anatomy and characteristics of birds
- Plumage terminology
- Biogeography of India and bird species
- Importance of birds
- Diets: granivores, frugivores, carnivores and omnivores
- Habitat and niches of birds
- Sexing of birds by observation
- Effect of season and geography on pelage
- Interpreting fear, threat and aggression
- Interpreting alarm
- Scratching, wallowing and dust bathing
- Interpreting parental interactions with the young
- Interpreting specialized behavior
- Interpreting tracks and signs
- Critical endangered birds of India and conservation
- Identification of common Birds
COURSE COST
January 14 to January 19, 2024
If enrolled till 30th Sept 2024
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Promotional Price - Rs 38,500/ + 5% GST per person on twin sharing basis
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Single supplement –Rs. 24,000/ + 5% GST
If enrolled Post 30th Sept 2024
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Promotional Price - Rs 44,000/ + 5% GST per person on twin sharing basis
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Single supplement –Rs. 26,000/ + 5% GST
Seats Available: 15
To enroll, you are required to deposit 25% fee at the time of filling the application form.
INCLUSIONS
The venue of the course is at Denwa Backwater Escape in Satpura National Park.
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Twin sharing accommodation (same gender sharing) in standard rooms with attached facilities.
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All meals, tea/coffee service.
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1 safari in national park.
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1 late evening safari in buffer zone.
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1 boat ride.
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Several nature walks.
CANCELLATION POLICY
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Initial deposit once paid is nonrefundable.
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50% cancellation charges between 31-59 days from the commencement of course.
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100% cancellation charges within 30 days from the commencement of course.