NaturAktiv Ausserberg, Oberwallis
About the event
The flora and fauna, along with the surprisingly Mediterranean character of the landscape in Ausserberg, make this region truly unique. The area is defined by beautiful dry meadows, which are small-scale and highly diverse, ranking among the most species-rich habitats in Switzerland. However, as these less productive areas are increasingly left uncultivated, the dry habitats are becoming overgrown, leading to a loss of biodiversity.
The focus of this environmental action day is the preservation of these dry meadows. This includes maintaining the pastures, as grazing animals are essential for keeping these areas open and ecologically functional.
Tasks may include constructing a wolf-proof fence, clearing overgrown dry meadows, maintaining hedgerows and forest edges, building piles of stones and branches, and removing invasive neophyte species.
Agenda
09:06 Uhr Treffpunkt Bahnhof Ausserberg, Begrüssung durch Einsatzleitung
Anschliessend Fahrt auf Transporter zum Einsatzgebiet, zwischendurch Inputs zur Region
10:00 Uhr Kaffee und Kuchen am Einsatzort
Dazu Infos über die Besonderheiten und Philosophie des Biohofs Dorna
10:30 AM Briefing on the day’s tasks
10:45 AM Landscape maintenance work begins
1:00 PM Lunch in the field
Followed by engaging insights into the region’s unique flora and fauna
2:00 PM Continuation of landscape maintenance work
3:30 PM Hike back down to the village
4:00 PM Delicious Zabund (hearty afternoon snack) at a cozy farm tavern, featuring local specialties
5:30 PM Departure on foot to the train station
5:45 PM Return journey from Ausserberg
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Znüni: Coffee and cake at the project site
Lunch in the field
Hearty Zabund (afternoon snack) with regional specialties at a cozy farm tavern
Please indicate any allergies or dietary preferences in the comments section.
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Start Time: 9:06 AM
Meeting Point: Ausserberg train station
Arrival and Departure: Via Ausserberg station
Field Safety - Please Note:
- Follow the instructions of the field supervisors and carry out all tasks carefully. Ask questions if anything is unclear.
- Do not endanger others through your actions. For example, do not throw stones or branches downhill if people are below.
- Report any injuries to the supervisor, who is equipped with a first aid kit.
- Inform the supervisor if you suffer from allergies, asthma, cardiovascular conditions, or other limitations, and bring your personal medication.
- After the activity, thoroughly check your body for ticks. Remove any ticks immediately, disinfect the bite, mark it, and monitor for symptoms. Consult a doctor if signs of illness occur.
What to Do in Case of Emergency:
Remain calm and inform the field supervisor, who will initiate all necessary rescue measures and care for those affected. All instructions from the supervisor must be followed.
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