DAKSY'S NATURE WORKSHOP
for children from 6 to 12 years
This summer, the Visito Center of Fanes-Sennes-Braies Nature Park is once again organizing programmes for children every Friday afternoon to deepen their knowledge of plants, animals and geology, ... - each week the focus is on a new topic that we will explore together.
Route
By bus: There are connections to Brunico, Corvara and Val Badia. Change at “Longega (Marebbe), Longega” and get off at the stop “S. Vigilio (Marebbe), Nature Park Visitor Center,” 100 meters from the Center.
By car: Free parking directly at the Park Visitor Center.
Cancellation policies
In case you cannot attend the event, please call the Vistor Center of the Fanes-Senes-Braies Nature Park (+39 0474 506120) by Thursday, 6:00 p.m. to cancel your reservation, so that we can invite those on the waiting list.
BEETLE, BEE, BUTTERFLY
The diversity of insects
Around three quarters of all living creatures on earth are insects. They are by far the most species-rich group of animals. And they can live almost anywhere - in high mountains, under water, in deserts and in the eternal ice. Discover the secret rulers of the earth.
18.07.2025
15:00 - 16:30
(Duration 01 h 30 min)
ORIENTEERING!
The art of not getting lost
Have you ever had the feeling of not knowing exactly where you are? Do you think you could manage if you only had a compass and a map? Let's learn together the techniques of orientation in nature through challenges, games and much more.
25.07.2025
15:00 - 16:30
(Duration 01 h 30 min)
THE WOLF IS BACK
The call of the wild
For some years now, the wolf has returned to inhabit the mountains of South Tyrol. But how is a wolf pack organised? What drives these canids to howl? How do they obtain the food they need to survive? Come and discover all the secrets of the lives of these magnificent animals.
01.08.2025
15:00 - 16:30
(Duration 01 h 30 min)
WATER IS LIFE!
Secrets of an indispensable element
This week we will explore the element that gives life to every species on our planet. We will follow the path of water from its source in our mountains to the sea. We will discover the role that water plays for flora and fauna - and for us.
08.08.2025
15:00 - 16:30
(Duration 01 h 30 min)
THE BARK BEETLE
the woodland pest
Have you ever noticed whole clusters of completely dry trees in our local forests? The culprit is much smaller than you think. In fact, it is a tiny pest called bark beetle. Let's go together to discover the spruce tree killer and its secrets.
15.08.2025
15:00 - 16:30
(Duration 01 h 30 min)
BETWEEN WATER AND LAND
The amphibians of South Tyrol
What does the alpine newt wear when it goes looking for a mate? Why doesn't the Alpine salamander need a body of water to give birth to its young? Which native frog cimbs bushes? Let's find out in Daksy’s Nature Workshop!!
22.08.2025
15:00 - 16:30
(Duration 01 h 30 min)
TRU DLES LIONDES
The legendary "Kingdom of Fanes"
The stories of Moltina and the marmots, of Princess Dolasila with her magic arrows, of the wizard Spina de Mül and the precious gemstone Raiëta, of the brave warrior Edl de Nöt and the Latemar dwarves - do you know them? If you are curious, come with us and discover them!
29.08.2025
15:00 - 16:30
(Duration 01 h 30 min)
ORIENTEERING!
The art of not getting lost
Have you ever had the feeling of not knowing exactly where you are? Do you think you could manage if you only had a compass and a map? Let's learn together the techniques of orientation in nature through challenges, games and much more.
05.09.2025
15:00 - 16:30
(Duration 01 h 30 min)
THE WOLF IS BACK
The call of the forest
For some years now, the wolf has returned to inhabit the mountains of South Tyrol. But how is a wolf pack organised? What drives these canids to howl? How do they obtain the food they need to survive? Come and discover all the hidden secrets of the lives of these magnificent animals.
12.09.2025
15:00 - 16:30
(Duration 01 h 30 min)
MICROCOSMOS
Nature under the microscope
What is no longer visible to our eyes can be explored with a microscope. The exciting discoveries begin with a drop of water from a puddle. When you look through the microscope, this inconspicuous drop turns into a huge mass. The microscope is like a magical portal into a strange world, right before our eyes.
19.09.2025
15:00 - 16:30
(Duration 01 h 30 min)
UPCYCLING
Small creative treasures made from garbage
During the Clean Up Days, we want to deal with the topic of waste even in Daksy's Nature Workshop. Not only will we learn about the problems we cause for nature when we simply throw things away, but we will also try to use our creativity and make beautiful little things out of disposable materials.
26.09.2025
15:00 - 16:30
(Duration 01 h 30 min)
We build a
BIRD HOUSE
Birds have to overcome many challenges to survive the cold season. Many migratory birds therefore prefer to undertake the arduous journey to Africa in the fall. In this workshop, we will look together at which birds spend the winter with us and build a bird feeder.
03.10.2025
15:00 - 16:30
(Duration 01 h 30 min)
THE BARK BEETLE
the woodland pest
Have you ever noticed whole clusters of completely dry trees in our local forests? The culprit is much smaller than you think. In fact, it is a tiny pest called bark beetle. Let's go together to discover the spruce tree killer and its secrets.
10.10.2025
15:00 - 16:30
(Duration 01 h 30 min)
BEETLE, BEE, BUTTERFLY
The diversity of insects
Around three quarters of all living creatures on earth are insects. They are by far the most species-rich group of animals. And they can live almost anywhere - in high mountains, under water, in deserts and in the eternal ice. Discover the secret rulers of the earth.