A new online group is starting soon with the first meeting planned for the evening of Tues 21st January 2025 and monthly thereafter. It's for anyone who's been looking at lichens for a while and is familiar with the basics of lichen ID (ie an experienced beginner or perhaps early intermediate), but wants to move on to the next level. It's described as an informal self-learning support forum where there will be a few more experienced lichenologists who can offer advice. It's not a tutorial but there might be the occasional talk. Participants will be expected to come prepared with a short presentation on something they've been working on. They might have got stuck and want some help or perhaps have successfully reached an ID - both will be interesting for others to see.
The Skills and Knowledge for Lichenologists page on the BLS website might be useful if you're unsure what level you are - or come along and find out.
https://britishlichensociety.org.uk/learning/skills-and-knowledge
If you'd like to join the group or have any questions email Caz on cazwalker3@gmail.com