Invitation to a free professional excursion for teachers
Get to know the pedagogical programmes of the DINA Centre and the Pivka Lakes Ecomuseum!
The Pivka Tourism Institute and the Biotechnical Faculty of the University of Ljubljana invite teachers of primary and secondary schools, especially those who include natural science, environmental education and sustainability in their teaching programme, to a professional excursion within the framework of the project “UL for a Sustainable Society - ULTRA”.The excursion is part of the project “UL for a Sustainable Society - ULTRA”.
The excursion will take place on Wednesday 27 August 2025 at the DINA Centre on Large Carnivores in Pivka.
Participants will learn about the possibilities for implementing natural science and sustainability programmes through guided activities, with a focus on learning about large carnivores and coexistence.
The programme will include a guided tour of the DINA Centre, a Walk with a Hunter and a visit to the Pivka Intermittent Lakes Ecomuseum. The number of places is limited to approximately 50 persons. Participation in the excursion with refreshments is free of charge. The participant only has to cover the transport costs.
Planned programme:
9:00 - 9:30 arrival (coffee and snacks)
9:30 - 11:15 Guided tour of the DINA Centre and presentation of the educational programmes
11:15 - 12:30 Walk with the Hunter (pedagogical programme)
12:30 - 14:00 Refreshments
14:00 - 15:30 Guided tour of the Pivka Intermittent Lakes Ecomuseum
15:30 Departure
In order to be able to coordinate your transport, please indicate your mode of transport on the form. Train arrival and carpools are encouraged. We will publish and share the contact details of those who indicate their willingness to carpool with other participants to enable you to connect.
You can register for the excursion using the form: https://forms.gle/dhMWtrfdYesZvx2Q6
The excursion is designed to present opportunities for school visits and to implement educational programmes focusing on coexistence with large carnivores and the natural heritage of the Pivka World.
The project “UL for a Sustainable Society - ULTRA” is co-financed by the Republic of Slovenia, the Ministry of Higher Education, Science and Innovation and the European Union - NextGenerationEU.