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Volunteering in Nature Conservation at BirdLife Klingnauer Stausee

Leuggern

05.05.2026

20 places are still free 28 days remaining until

The Gippinger Grien is a valuable floodplain of national importance. Its species‑rich wet meadows are home to rare plants such as the Siberian iris and swamp spurge. At the same time, so‑called neophytes—introduced plant species like the New York aster—are spreading rapidly and displacing native, less competitive species. As part of this voluntary nature conservation effort, you will make a tangible contribution to preserving this rare habitat. Under the expert guidance of experienced leaders from the BirdLife Nature Center at Klingnauer Stausee, you will learn to identify and effectively remove problematic plant species. Along the way, you will gain insights into ecological relationships, biodiversity, and the importance of maintenance work for endangered natural areas. The assignment combines meaningful engagement with hands‑on learning in nature. In addition to practical work, participants benefit from expert knowledge and develop a deeper understanding of the natural landscape around Klingnauer Stausee—an experience that creates lasting value beyond the volunteering day itself. After the field work, participants are invited to take part in a guided tour of the BirdLife Nature Centre Klingnauer Stausee, including nature observation.

Empower youth: Volunteer as an IT assistant for Animation & AI bootcamp

Lausanne

07.04. - 10.04.2026

Free spaces available 8 days remaining until

We empower youth—both refugees and locals—through Social Tech and GenAI. In April 2026, we are excited to welcome Jamy Wheless, animator for Star Wars and Hulk, for an exclusive week of events in Lausanne. Highlights include the "Rendez-vous with Jamy" Masterclasses and a four-day youth bootcamp. As a volunteer, you will play a key technical and logistical role in supporting 20 young talents. Your responsibilities will include sourcing free laptops, providing on-site troubleshooting and English-French translation during the bootcamp, and securing high-tech prizes for the student competition. We are looking for individuals who demonstrate honesty, integrity, proactivity, and accountability. In return, you will receive a work certificate and a valuable boost to your CV through this meaningful NGO experience.

Nature conservation and promotion of biodiversity – active volunteering

La Ferrière / La Chaux d’Abel

12.07. - 19.07.2026

Free spaces available 48 days remaining until

Experience a nature-packed week. The forest project week for adults is aimed at forest enthusiasts who want to lend a hand, actively shape the forest and learn a lot about the natural environment in the process. Under the expert guidance of forestry professionals, you will work in small groups at exciting locations that change every day. Whether it’s hand-felling with traditional tools such as a planer-tooth saw, building and maintaining paths, caring for the young forest or planting trees for the future – every task strengthens the forest in the long term and gives you a deeper understanding of its importance. There’s a special focus on species knowledge and biodiversity: You will learn about different plant and animal species, discover how diverse life in the forest is and how important it is to preserve this diversity for a stable ecosystem. Through targeted observations and practical activities, you will become aware of the importance of biodiversity and can apply your knowledge directly on site. This week offers authentic insight into forestry work, promotes an understanding of ecological relationships and raises awareness of the sustainable use of our environment. Together, we shape the forest and strengthen it for tomorrow.

Volunteering in the Weerd‑Fischergrien at BirdLife Klingnauer Stausee

Kleindöttigen / Böttstein (AG)

11.06.2026

20 places are still free 65 days remaining until

The Weerd‑Fischergrien is a valuable floodplain area of national importance. Its open landscapes, with numerous ponds and water bodies, provide important habitats for many rare animal and plant species. Amphibians in particular, such as the yellow‑bellied toad, benefit from the well‑sunlit, sparsely vegetated pools found in this dynamic floodplain environment. At the same time, woody vegetation and so‑called neophytes—introduced plant species such as annual fleabane—are spreading in parts of the area and can displace native species that are less competitive. As part of this nature conservation volunteering activity, participants make a tangible contribution to preserving this valuable habitat. Under the expert guidance of experienced leaders from the BirdLife Nature Centre Klingnauer Stausee, volunteers learn how targeted management measures help maintain open areas and ensure sufficient sunlight for the ponds. This includes removing young woody shoots, particularly willows and poplars, as well as controlling invasive neophytes before they set seed. The activity combines meaningful engagement with hands‑on learning in nature. Participants gain insights into the ecological importance of floodplain landscapes, learn more about biodiversity, and become familiar with practical management measures that are essential for conserving threatened habitats. At the same time, the experience encourages a more conscious appreciation of the natural environment around the Nature Center Klingnauer Stausee—an added value that extends well beyond the day of volunteering. Following the practical work, participants are invited to join an engaging guided tour of the BirdLife Nature Centre Klingnauer Stausee, including nature observation.

Volunteering in Nature Conservation at BirdLife Klingnauer Stausee

Leuggern

04.08.2026

20 places are still free 119 days remaining until

The Gippinger Grien is a valuable floodplain of national importance. Its species‑rich wet meadows are home to rare plants such as the Siberian iris and swamp spurge. At the same time, so‑called neophytes—introduced plant species like the New York aster—are spreading rapidly and displacing native, less competitive species. As part of this voluntary nature conservation effort, you will make a tangible contribution to preserving this rare habitat. Under the expert guidance of experienced leaders from the BirdLife Nature Center at Klingnauer Stausee, you will learn to identify and effectively remove problematic plant species. Along the way, you will gain insights into ecological relationships, biodiversity, and the importance of maintenance work for endangered natural areas. The assignment combines meaningful engagement with hands‑on learning in nature. In addition to practical work, participants benefit from expert knowledge and develop a deeper understanding of the natural landscape around Klingnauer Stausee—an experience that creates lasting value beyond the volunteering day itself. After the field work, participants are invited to take part in a guided tour of the BirdLife Nature Centre Klingnauer Stausee, including nature observation.

Volunteering in Nature Conservation at BirdLife Klingnauer Stausee

Leuggern / AG

13.08.2026

20 places are still free 127 days remaining until

The Gippinger Grien is a valuable floodplain of national importance. Its species‑rich wet meadows are home to rare plants such as the Siberian iris and swamp spurge. At the same time, so‑called neophytes—introduced plant species like the New York aster—are spreading rapidly and displacing native, less competitive species. As part of this voluntary nature conservation effort, you will make a tangible contribution to preserving this rare habitat. Under the expert guidance of experienced leaders from the BirdLife Nature Center at Klingnauer Stausee, you will learn to identify and effectively remove problematic plant species. Along the way, you will gain insights into ecological relationships, biodiversity, and the importance of maintenance work for endangered natural areas. The assignment combines meaningful engagement with hands‑on learning in nature. In addition to practical work, participants benefit from expert knowledge and develop a deeper understanding of the natural landscape around Klingnauer Stausee—an experience that creates lasting value beyond the volunteering day itself. After the field work, participants are invited to take part in a guided tour of the BirdLife Nature Centre Klingnauer Stausee, including nature observation.

A week of volunteering in nature – climate change and the forest

Aurigeno / TI

04.10. - 09.10.2026

Free spaces available 132 days remaining until

A week of volunteering in nature – practical week on “Climate change and the forest” Experience a week full of nature, community and genuine engagement with our forest – and do something on its behalf. The practical week is aimed at forest enthusiasts who want to get involved, actively help shape the forest and learn a lot about it and the impact of climate change. Under the expert guidance of forestry professionals, you’ll work in small groups at exciting locations that change daily, all of which are related to climate change. Whether caring for young trees, building paths or preserving biodiversity, each task makes the forest stronger in the long term and provides a deeper understanding of its relevance to climate change. The week offers an authentic insight into forestry work and shows how we can meet the challenges of climate change. Together, we are working to create a resilient forest and strengthen it for the future.

Volunteering in Nature Conservation at BirdLife Klingnauer Stausee

Leuggern / AG

27.08.2026

20 places are still free 141 days remaining until

The Gippinger Grien is a valuable floodplain of national importance. Its species‑rich wet meadows are home to rare plants such as the Siberian iris and swamp spurge. At the same time, so‑called neophytes—introduced plant species like the New York aster—are spreading rapidly and displacing native, less competitive species. As part of this voluntary nature conservation effort, you will make a tangible contribution to preserving this rare habitat. Under the expert guidance of experienced leaders from the BirdLife Nature Center at Klingnauer Stausee, you will learn to identify and effectively remove problematic plant species. Along the way, you will gain insights into ecological relationships, biodiversity, and the importance of maintenance work for endangered natural areas. The assignment combines meaningful engagement with hands‑on learning in nature. In addition to practical work, participants benefit from expert knowledge and develop a deeper understanding of the natural landscape around Klingnauer Stausee—an experience that creates lasting value beyond the volunteering day itself. After the field work, participants are invited to take part in a guided tour of the BirdLife Nature Centre Klingnauer Stausee, including nature observation.

Nature conservation in Neeracherried

Neerach

18.08.2026

18 places are still free 133 days remaining until

With its 105 hectares, the Neeracherried is one of the last large lowland moors in Switzerland and is a nationally significant protected area. It provides valuable habitat for countless birds, plants, amphibians, reptiles, and small animals—and also serves as a resting place for migratory birds, a winter refuge, and a breeding ground for rare species. More than 450 plant species have been recorded here. However, these populations are threatened by problematic and invasive non-native plants. Without protective measures, these so-called neophytes, such as goldenrod, can completely wipe out less competitive species (e.g., orchids). Regular mowing of the meadows is not enough. Only pulling out these plants along with their roots is effective enough and makes a valuable contribution to preserving biodiversity. For this, we rely on active support.

Volunteering in the Weerd‑Fischergrien at BirdLife Klingnauer Stausee

Kleindöttigen / Böttstein (AG)

03.09.2026

20 places are still free 149 days remaining until

The Weerd‑Fischergrien is a valuable floodplain area of national importance. Its open landscapes, with numerous ponds and water bodies, provide important habitats for many rare animal and plant species. Amphibians in particular, such as the yellow‑bellied toad, benefit from the well‑sunlit, sparsely vegetated pools found in this dynamic floodplain environment. At the same time, woody vegetation and so‑called neophytes—introduced plant species such as annual fleabane—are spreading in parts of the area and can displace native species that are less competitive. As part of this nature conservation volunteering activity, participants make a tangible contribution to preserving this valuable habitat. Under the expert guidance of experienced leaders from the BirdLife Nature Centre Klingnauer Stausee, volunteers learn how targeted management measures help maintain open areas and ensure sufficient sunlight for the ponds. This includes removing young woody shoots, particularly willows and poplars, as well as controlling invasive neophytes before they set seed. The activity combines meaningful engagement with hands‑on learning in nature. Participants gain insights into the ecological importance of floodplain landscapes, learn more about biodiversity, and become familiar with practical management measures that are essential for conserving threatened habitats. At the same time, the experience encourages a more conscious appreciation of the natural environment around the Nature Center Klingnauer Stausee—an added value that extends well beyond the day of volunteering. Following the practical work, participants are invited to join an engaging guided tour of the BirdLife Nature Centre Klingnauer Stausee, including nature observation.

Nature conservation in Neeracherried

Neerach

08.09.2026

18 places are still free 149 days remaining until

With its 105 hectares, the Neeracherried is one of the last large lowland moors in Switzerland and is a nationally significant protected area. It provides valuable habitat for countless birds, plants, amphibians, reptiles, and small animals—and also serves as a resting place for migratory birds, a winter refuge, and a breeding ground for rare species. More than 450 plant species have been recorded here. However, these populations are threatened by problematic and invasive non-native plants. Without protective measures, these so-called neophytes, such as goldenrod, can completely wipe out less competitive species (e.g., orchids). Regular mowing of the meadows is not enough. Only pulling out these plants along with their roots is effective enough and makes a valuable contribution to preserving biodiversity. For this, we rely on active support.

Volunteering in Beverin Nature Park: Building traditional wooden Fences

Grisons

30.07. - 31.07.2026

9 places are still free 98 days remaining until

Beverin Nature Park and its project partners are committed to conserving the landscape of the region. This includes the historic trail in Pignia, which currently forms part of the “Walserweg” long-distance hiking trail . The Walserweg has a lot of historical significance, but was badly damaged by the construction of the national highway. Experience two rewarding days in the Beverin Nature Park and help to sustainably enhance the landscape along the historic Walserweg near Pignia. Together with other volunteers and experts from Beverin Nature Park, you will build traditional wooden fences from local larch, support nature-friendly land management, and make a valuable contribution to the environment and the region. Your voluntary commitment makes a difference – for the environment, local agriculture, and all hikers!

Building Dry Stone Walls: Volunteering in the Beverin Nature Park – Alp Durnan

Andeer (GR)

12.08. - 14.08.2026

5 places are still free 104 days remaining until

Beverin Nature Park works together with farmers to preserve dry-stone walls. In Andeer on Alp Durnan, a historic dry-stone wall is to be renovated and preserved. The wall is located on a flat moor and borders the Lai Lung mountain lake, in the midst of a beautiful mountain landscape. The motto of the assignment is “learning by doing.” Learn the ancient craft of drywall construction under expert guidance and test what you have learned directly on a historic dry-stone wall. By taking part, you make a valuable contribution to the preservation of the landscape, cultural objects and the promotion of biodiversity.