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Fieldwork

What you'll need

  • Walking shoes and rainwear
  • Notebook and pen
  • Measuring tape
  • Ordnance survey map of your area
  • A bag for equipment

What to do
1. Carefully survey the area you have decided to cover.

2. If you find a stand (area where the plant is growing) of Knotweed or Himalayan Balsam we would like you to do the following:
  • Measure the length and width of the stand
  • Make a sketch map showing cover and details of location such as nearest road, river or building.
  • Obtain a six-figure grid reference for the centre of the stand.
  • Write notes to describe what you see

Follow-up

Thank you for taking part!

We would also love to see any of your drawings, photos or writing connected with this project and put them up for others to see.
[Teacher's note: These can be e-mailed or posted to Fiona Lyczynska, 3 Glyncastle, Resolven. Neath SA11 4NW, with an SAE if you want posted items returned. The students' work will be identified by first name, class and school or any other details that you request]