Project Clean Beach and Nature Care 2024
Description: The Danish Nature Agency is an agency under the Ministry of Environment and Food of Denmark, which manages tasks in forests, natural areas, and along the shores of Denmark.The Danish Nature Agency manages the Ministry s approximately 200,000 hectares of forests and natural areas to create the greatest possible value for society in terms of good conditions for outdoor recreation, nature protection, and efficient operation of the Agency s forests and other natural areas.The Danish Nature Agency carries out practical tasks within hunting and game management and specific outdoor and nature projects, which are often in collaboration with other authorities, organizations, and volunteers.You can read more about our organization at https://eng.naturstyrelsen.dk/
Type of Work: The island, of REmE, is incredibly famous for its unique and beautiful marine environment, but without proper protection and environmental awareness, it risks becoming disrupted by pollution and human alteration over time. We worry about the environment, and we know that you do too Therefore, we need your help protecting and securing the island s important beaches and marine ecosystems. This Work Camp aims both at combatting plastic pollution and spreading awareness about the importance of keeping our oceans clean from waste. The work consists of collecting waste that is washed up from the sea and cleaning the coast on selected stretches. If the weather prevents work on the beach, the work will be more nature maintenance of meadows, heaths, and forests. This includes the cutting of trees and bushes to maintain the forest areas and other practical work. While working you can enjoy the fresh air, the beautiful nature, and the fantastic view of the beaches, thanks to your highly valued and important workWe will advise you to bring warm clothes that are fit for outdoor work and might get dirty. Unfortunately, we cannot control the weather, so it is a good idea to bring rain clothes too.Transport to work: Throughout your stay, you are going to work on selected stretches. Because of that it differs whether it is most convenient to travel by foot, bicycle, car, or public transport. We will make sure to guide you on how from day to day.
Accommodation: Sleeping bathroom facilities:You will be sleeping in a cabin in two large with mattresses on the floor. You must bring your sleeping bag, pillow, etc. There are bathroom facilities available in the cabin as well.Meals kitchen facilities:The kitchen is equipped with everything including cutlery, a coffee maker, a refrigerator, a stove, pots, and pans. There is also plenty of room for you and your co-participants to make food together. You and the group will oversee doing the grocery shopping in the local supermarket, and the Work Camp host will cover the costs of the groceries with approximately 100 DKK per person, per day. Read more about the facilities at http://romo-spejderhytte.dk/index.html
Language: eng,
Requirements: English will be the only language spoken. All participants must be willing to speak English, even though they are from the same country or have trouble with the English language. Try your bestUnfortunately, we do not take participants with disabilities due to the outdoor terrain.
Approximate Location: REmE is a nice and beautiful island, located on the Wadden Sea. The unique nature of the Wadden Sea is created by the tide, the waves, and the windfall. Nature is so special, that the area is on the prestigious UNESCO World Heritage List. While participating in the Work Camp, you can do many different activities on the island. Most of these activities will be on the beautiful long beaches. For instance, you can go on guided tours to the Wadden Sea, you can go hiking, kayaking, windsurfing, or watching birds. REmE has a unique place to look at birds.These activities will not be arranged by the Work Camp host, but within the group, you can help each other organize these fun and social activities. However, the Work Camp host will provide bikes for the groups, and a car will also be available if needed.
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