Between land and water: protecting biodiversity In Melle!

CODE: SJ33

Work:

You'll be working to protect the local flora and fauna while enjoying a unique experience combining nature and culture. From 15th to 17th July, you'll be helping to set up the Jazz Festival, and then spending the rest of your stay taking part in ecological actions at the RBC (Municipal Biodiversity Reserve) de la Craie (2.5 km from the campsite). On the programme: creation and restoration of ponds, development of a mudflat, installation of wildlife shelters (nest boxes, bat houses, perches). Your commitment will contribute directly to preserving an ecosystem rich in amphibians, dragonflies, birds and bats.

Accomodation and food

You will sleep in tents for 1 or 2 persons at the Melle municipal campsite. Mattresses will be provided. You must bring your own duvet and pillow. A Tivoli (large arbour) will be available with all amenities (fridge, gas cooker, cooking utensils, etc.). You will have a vehicle at your disposal for any mobility in the region. Food will be provided for breakfast, lunch and dinner (you will have a food budget which the leaders will manage and communicate with you throughout the work camp). Meals will be prepared in turn by you, especially for lunch and dinner, while respecting environmental values and local resources, as well as everyone's culture (hot and cold dishes as well as vegetarian and vegan dishes will be prepared).

Location and leisure

Melle (79500), department of Deux-Sèvres, 60 km from the sea, between Poitiers and La Rochelle.

At the crossroads of some pretty little villages in the Deux-Sèvres departement, you can take full advantage of the local heritage. Visits to the region will be organised collectively according to your wishes, for example, the silver mines of the kings of France, the cinema, the municipal swimming pool, etc. You can also discover local towns such as Niort and Celles-sur-Belle. Leisure activity time and local activities will encourage you to meet the locals!

Project hosted by

For many years, the commune of Melle has been working hard to protect the environment. It is therefore committed to safeguarding and promoting biodiversity. This year, it is focusing its efforts on the Étang de la Craie, where you will be taking care of this exceptional wetland.

Directions to meeting point

The meeting point is at Niort station on Wednesday July 9th, between 4p.m and 6p.m. The organisers will provide a shuttle service between the station and the accommodation.

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