📝 Detailed information
🏢 About the local organisation
The local partner, Donau-Auen National Park is in charge of the protection and ecological development of their respective region, with its particular biodiversity. Some areas need ongoing management to form sustainable habitats for rare species such as meadows or dry grassland. The management of national park also lays great emphasis on environmental education and visitor management.
💼 What the programme involves
In the wetlands of the Donau-Auen National Park we will selectively eliminate invasive alien plant species to support the native flora. We will also cut free little oak trees and manage areas between woods and meadows. Our goal is to conserve and enhance biodiversity in unique and rare habitats. This camp contributes to the Natura 2000-region objectives.
🏠 Accommodation on site
During our time in Donau-Auen National Park we will stay at the Nationalpark-Camp Meierhof next to the castle of Eckartsau. We will sleep in big tents and therefore you will need a sleeping bag and perhaps a camping mat. In the camp there is also a house that contains common areas, kitchen, toilets and showers
📍 About the location
Situated between the European capital Vienna and Bratislava, the Donau-Auen National Park preserves the last remaining major wetlands environment in Central Europe. Here, the Danube is still free flowing and there is the lifeline of the National Park.
⚠️ Requirements
We will work 4 days a week for six hours a day with breaks in between. The work will be physical and in steep terrain. Therefore, some basic fitness as well as solid ankle-high hiking boots are required. Before you sign up for this camp PLEASE make sure that you are healthy enough to participate. Please send us the motivation letter and let us know the reason why you want to take part at the camp.
ℹ️ Additional information
During our time in Donau-Auen National Park we will stay at the Nationalpark-Camp Meierhof next to the castle of Eckartsau. We will sleep in big tents and therefore you will need a sleeping bag and perhaps a camping mat. In the camp there is also a house that contains common areas, kitchen, toilets and showers.