Promotion of biodiversity in Dänikon
Dänikon
29.11.2025
Environment
Promotion of biodiversity in the municipality of Dänikon – a model for private gardens.
In the spring of 2025, a flower meadow was created on a 230 m2 plot of land owned by the municipality. In a second step, small structures will be created to promote biodiversity, including sand lenses for insects that live in the soil, piles of stones and branches and reptile castles for polecats, reptiles, hedgehogs and other small animals.
The facility is intended to encourage private garden owners to contribute to the promotion of biodiversity in their gardens with small structures.
We are looking for volunteers who can lend a hand in setting up the small structures, and we are happy to share our knowledge on how to do so.
Current project status
8 placesare still free (out of a total of 8)
21 daysremaining until (registration deadline)
Duration:
- Saturday, 29 November 2025 from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
- Second date: Saturday, 6 December 2025 – registration link
Location:
- Meeting point: Town hall, Oberdorfstrasse 1, 8114 Dänikon
- Volunteering location: Unterer Müliweiher, Oberdorfstrasse 22, 8114 Dänikon
How it will work:
- 9:00 a.m. Welcome at the meeting point, short walk to the site
- 9:15 a.m. Introduction to the tasks, followed by gathering wood for brush piles in the community forest and collecting stones – both large and small – from various stone piles belonging to local farmers.
- 12:00 noon Lunch break
- 1:00 p.m. Resumption of tasks
- 3:00 p.m. End of assignment
Introduction:
Introduction on site, no prior knowledge required
Support:
On-site, knowledgeable members of the association will also be present and available for questions.
Tasks:
- Collect stones from the stone piles of neighboring farmers
- Collect branches in the forest
- Dig holes for various small structures
What you'll need:
- No specific knowledge required
- Able to use a pick, shovel, hand saw, pruning shears
- Fit for physical work such as digging and possibly lifting larger stones (up to 20 kg)
Note:
Equipment:
- Closed shoes with sturdy soles and high uppers (hiking/trekking shoes)
- Weather-appropriate clothing suitable for the task at hand
- Gardening/work gloves (can also be borrowed)
- Catering will be provided by the association
Project language
German, French, English
The Dänikon-Hüttikon Nature and Bird Protection Association has been caring for birds and nature in our communities for over 30 years. We are committed to preserving and maintaining the natural values in Dänikon and Hüttikon, are involved in local politics and offer a diverse program to all members and interested members of the public.