International Wilderness Camp - Poland

Do you know how climate change affects forests?

Would you like to learn about what can be done to increase forest biodiversity?

Does spending a few days in the picturesque wilderness of northeastern Poland sound appealing to you?

JOIN OUR CAMP IN THE LAND OF WILD FORESTS AND BEAUTIFUL LAKES!

About the camp

During the camp, young participants from Poland, the Czech Republic, Hungary and Slovakia will explore the Augustów Primeval Forest. Accompanied by foresters and natural scientists, participants will go out into the wilderness and learn the difference between natural forest fluctuations and the impact of climate change. Moreover, they will get to know the unique flora and fauna of the area — including the possibility of encountering the European bison, characteristic of the region.

As part of the camp, the participants will do some physical work as they learn about wild pollinators and gain practical knowledge about how forest beehives are built. They will learn what a forest beekeeper does and what are the benefits of forest pollinators for the climate and biodiversity.

Camp participants will stay in a cosy agrotourism establishment at the edge of a forest. The owner will provide traditional dishes from the regional cuisine. The establishment contains a common space, where participants will be able to spend time with their peers.

Requirements

• you are from Poland, the Czech Republic, Slovakia or Hungary
• you are between 16 and 30 years old
• you know English at a communicative level
• you are interested in nature