Last updated 21st Nov.2009

Appie's Winter Day-time Classes

18th January - 22nd February 2010

MONDAYS

9.45 - 11.45 - Why Weather Happens

Tutor: Arthur Pottinger

A beginner's introduction to the thermodynamics of weather systems, how and why they move (friction/laws of motion) forecasting using cloud recognition and the terms and presentation of weather forecasts.
1.15 - 3.15 - Connect With Your Pet

Tutor: Stephen Jenkinson, MSc, Pet Behaviour Counsellor for the Pet Fostering Srrvice, Scotland

Why does it do the things the things you like - dislike? Discover positive ways to change its behaviour. For any pet including: dogs, cats, rabbits, horses and birds.

TUESDAYS
1.15 - 3.15 - Planning & Landscaping Your Garden

Tutor: Andrew Bowman, Orkney's 'Master Composter'!

What makes an attractive garden? Learn how to use themes, styles, textures and colours to create a pleasant space to enjoy.

WEDNESDAYS
9.45 - 11.45 - Homeopathy

Tutor: Caroline Melody

We will learn about some remedies and how to treat common ailments such as injuries, colds and tummy upsets homeopathically.
1.15 - 3.15 - Tai Chi

Tutor: Mike Henderson

This course is open to all. The basis of the class will be the Tai Chi Short Form. No experience required.

THURSDAYS
9.45 - 11.45 - Gregorian Chant

Tutor: Ben Whitworth. Learn to sing this music of timeless beauty. Open to men and women. Continues as a more advanced course in January.
1.15 - 3.15 - Map Reading & Compass Use

Tutor: Malcolm Handoll (All Five Senses Buschcraft and Ecotours).

This course is classroom based ending with a short field trip where skills gained are put into practice. Continues as a more advanced outdoor-based course in January, where each week will pose problems to solve, such as micro-navigation, pacing, timing, rescue and night exercises. (Also Saturday Fields Trips, see below).

FRIDAYS
9.45 - 11.45 - In To Spin,

Tutor: Jan Judge.

A light-hearted introduction to the skills of spinning, both on the wheel and with the drop spindle, using wool and a range of other fibres to create your own unique yarns.
1.15 - 3.15 - Digital Photography

Tutor: Doug Houghton.

Continues as a more advanced course in January.

Fees for the above 6 week. courses (excluding Saturday field trips) - £36. Tea and cakes will be available after each class and a soup and sandwich lunch if booked in advance

SATURDAY CLASSES & FIELD TRIPS
EACH COURSE MEETS ONCE A MONTH between January & June

Introduction to Geology - Examples from Orkney,  (£36)

Tutor: John Brown, BSc, DPhil.

The Earth as a planet, tectonics, rocks and minerals, stratigraphy and geologic time, fossils, ice ages, as observed in Orkney field trips.

Explore Orkney's Hidden Gems (£36?)

Tutor: Malcolm Handoll.

Get off the beaten track and explore the forgotten, neglected or unknown countryside of Orkney. Each week we'll explore a new area uncovering the history, archaeology, wild plants, or whatever turns up!

Recognising Orkney's Birds through Sound, Sight & Habitat (£50)

Tutor: Tim Dean.

The course aims to help participants recognise Orkney's birds through sound, sight and habitat from the depths of Winter to the highs of Summer.

Orkney Archaeology - new discoveries & wider perspectives(£36)

Tutor: Helen Woodsford-Dean BSc Hons, MSc

This course is going to look at the recent archaeological discoveries in Orkney, tying them into some of the current popular theories of interpretation and linking them to what was going on elsewhere in the British Isles during the same period.  A lively course full of debate, discussion and team work!

For more details on any of the above please either drop in to Appie's Tea Room in Sandwick, or phone Pam on 841562. We look forward to seeing you here.