Resources & Projects
Here you'll find information about our current projects and surveys, and essential tools and information for mammal conservation in Kent. Explore the Mammals of Kent Atlas, apply for Kent Mammal Group Grants, and learn about Dormouse conservation efforts. You'll also find Dormouse nest boxes for purchase and useful downloads, including forms and training records.
Kent Mammal Group (KMG) are running dormouse training workshops at Wildwood for volunteers who would like to help monitor a dormouse site for KMG.
The Dormouse Ecology and Conservation course is offered at a special discounted price of £35 for KMG members (you can join on the day if you are not already a member) who are prepared to train for a dormouse licence with KMG and then monitor a site for KMG for a minimum of one year. Training time varies depending on the number of dormice found during site visits and your individual competence. Be prepared to train once per month for at least 2 survey seasons.
These well made and designed Dormouse boxes are amazing value and are made exclusively from sustainably sourced Birch wood.
We have four grant schemes available. The purpose of these grants is to support any projects, activities or research which seeks to raise awareness, contribute towards the conservation of or improve our understanding of Kent's mammals.
Successful applicants of a KMG grant will be required to write a brief report (maximum 500 words) summarising how the money thay have received has been used and any findings of the research that has been undertaken. This may be selected for publication on the KMG website or in 'Quadrupedia' the KMG quarterly newsletter.
The Mammals of Kent Atlas provides a comprehensive snapshot of mammal distribution and recording across Kent during 2002–2012, with detailed accounts for 69 species and 58 distribution maps based on more than 33,000 records.
This publication was produced through the collaboration of local experts, supporters, and dedicated volunteers from the Kent Mammal Group, Kent Bat Group, East Kent Badger Group, Kent Field Club, and the Kent & Medway Biological Records Centre.
