Activities
A Rocha is actively involved in the conservation and research of birds and their environment in several locations. In the Golden Brook valley, the team focuses on research on forest birds, especially on the breeding success of cavity nesting species, in collaboration with ornithologists from Ireland, the Netherlands and the UK. Visitors to the Krupárna eco-centre have the opportunity to observe birds and take part in research activities.
We carry out year-round trapping and ringing of river kingfishers in the vicinity of the eco-centre at Dobré, monitoring their health, parasites and protecting their breeding sites. In addition, we build replacement nesting containers for kingfishers in places where the banks are unsuitable for nesting. In the Eagle Mountains, A Rocha is involved in the protection of the corncrake and other species, involving students interested in field research.
The A Rocha eco-centre’s model nature garden is located in the floodplain of the Golden Brook, which was devastated by the 1998 flood and is now an example of ecological restoration. The garden contains a wetland area with pools, an edible forest, flowery meadows, an arboretum and other natural features that serve as a sanctuary for local animals. In addition, it offers a space for children’s nature exploration and meditative walks for adults.
The eco-centre is housed in the former Krupárna mill, whose Maria Theresa-era waterworks still flow through the building and are planned for use as a water turbine to generate green energy. Surrounded by nature, the A Rocha Czech EcocCentre in Krupárna provides facilities for educational and environmental programmes that include research and practical field work. Once the renovation is complete, Krupárna will serve as a place for teaching, volunteer accommodation and support for organic farming.
The A Rocha Eco-centre offers educational programmes for children of all ages, from kindergarten to high school, as well as for various organizations and associations. The programmes are aimed at discovering nature, encouraging curiosity and developing a sense of the world around us.
Children learn to observe the details of nature and engage in games and hands-on activities that lead them to a responsible relationship with the environment. The afternoon eco- club provides a space for creative activities where children are introduced to environmental topics, learn about nature conservation and deepen their knowledge of the world around them in a fun way.
Všechna práva vyhrazena.