Heathland Management on Ilkley Moor

This event introduces people to the ecology and conservation of the heathland habitat on Ilkley Moor. The event covers the identification, distribution and status of heathland, relevant legislation, habitat requirements and threats to habitat survival. People will also learn about the plant bracken, different methods to control this and to celebrate the Friends of Ilkley Moors success in securing funding to control bracken, in selected areas using a flailbot. A circular walk of 3 miles, with some uphill climbing.