Nature conservation in Neeracherried
Neerach
25.09.2025
Environment
The Neeracherried is a natural habitat for countless animals and plants – it contains populations of national importance and has more than 450 documented plant species. But these native populations are being increasingly threatened by invasive plants that have been introduced to the region. Unless we take measures to protect them, newcomers like golden rod could completely overwhelm weaker native species like orchids.
It is not enough to regularly mow the reed meadows. The only way to preserve biodiversity effectively is by pulling out invasive plants by their roots.
Current project status
15 spacesare still free (out of a total of 15)
206 daysremaining until (registration deadline)
Duration:
Full day, Thursday, 25-09.2025
Location:
Neeracherried, meeting point at BirdLife Nature Center, Neeracherried
How it will work:
09:00 a.m.: Meeting and Welcome
09:15 a.m.: Work assignment morning session
12:30 a.m.: Lunch break (bring your own picnic)
13:30 p.m.: Work assignment afternoon session
03:30 p.m.: Snack break (offered)
03:45 p.m.: Guided tour of the BirdLife nature reservoir with nature watch
04.45 p.m.: End of program
(You can change clothes in the center before you go home)
Introduction:
Experienced guides explain on site what needs to be done. They point out which plant species need to be weeded and oversee the work.
Tasks:
Rooting out non-native plants and problem weeds in an effort to conserve nature
Requirements:
- You enjoy working outdoors
- Physical fitness for outdoor work
What you'll need:
Equipment:
- If available, rubber boots, otherwise closed shoes with strong soles and high shafts (hiking/trekking shoes)
- Weather-appropriate and mission-appropriate clothing (long-sleeved against scratches)
- Sun and/or rain protection (headgear)
- Gardening/Work Gloves
- Recommended: Clothing and shoes for the journey home
- Drinks for in the field (min. 1.5 liters)
- Lunch picnic for in the field
Note:
- If you suffer from allergies to pollen or plants, you may want to use anti-allergy medication.
- As a precautionary measure, it is recommended to wear clothing that covers the body and use tick repellent
Meeting point
BirdLife-Naturzentrum Neeracherried
Dielsdorferstrasse 13
8173 Neerach
Project language
German
With 70,000 members, BirdLife Switzerland is one of the largest nature conservation organizations in Switzerland. The network brings together 440 local nature conservation associations, 17 cantonal associations and two national organizations. Their members are all members of BirdLife Switzerland