Team effort willow walls in Neeracherried
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Progetto | Team effort willow walls in Neeracherried |
Partecipanti | Min. 5 / Max. 15 |
Lingua (del progetto) | Tedesco, Inglese |
Possibilità di volontariato
Località | BirdLife Naturzentrum Neeracherried Dielsdorferstrasse 13 8173 Neerach (ZH) |
Data | Possibile tra il 26.10.2025 e il 28.02.2026 |
Durata del volontariato | Si svolge in un giorno |
Orario | Dalle 09:00 alle 12:45 |
With its 105 hectares, the Neeracherried is one of the last large fens in Switzerland and is a nature reserve of national importance.
It provides a valuable habitat for countless birds, plants, amphibians, reptiles, and small ani-mals – and serves as a stopover site for migratory birds, a wintering area, and a breeding ground for rare species.
To ensure that we can continue to observe these fascinating animals undisturbed from our observation hides, the willow-wattle-fencing in front of the hides need to be re-newed.
We are therefore looking for motivated helpers to assist with the harvesting and trimming of the willows as well as with weaving the new willow fencing
Duration:
Team effort for half a day, from 9:00 AM to 12:45 PM.
Location:
- Meeting point at the BirdLife-Naturzentrum Neeracherried
- Other meeting points upon arrangement.
How it will work:
- 09:00 - Meeting and welcome
- 09:15 - Conservation work
- 12:45 - Group wrap-up
Introduction:
Experienced group leaders will explain the tasks on site, demonstrate the techniques, and guide the group throughout the activity.
Support:
Volunteers will be assisted and accompanied by an employee of the BirdLife nature center.
Tasks:
As part of this activity, willow branches will either be harvested, bundled, trimmed, or woven into new willow fences.
What you'll need:
- Enjoy working outdoors in nature
- Physical fitness for outdoor manual work
Note:
- For known allergies to pollen or plant contact, an antihistamine may be advisable.
- As a precaution, wear clothing that covers the body and use tick repellent.
Note:
- Assignments are possible from October 2025 to February 2026.
- The preferred assignment day will be reviewed and agreed upon based on availability.

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