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    a 7-day educational expedition about large carnivores, mountain ecology, and modern conservation in the European wild
    URSINE EXPLORATION in the SLOVAKIAN HIGH TATRAS
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    This educational expedition offers enthusiasts of nature and ecology a guided opportunity to experience the wild, in Tatra National Park, Slovakia. Our participants will follow the fresh tracks of brown bears along cascading mountain streams, and through remote alpine valleys; quietly observe the interaction of a rich biodiversity of species, including beaver, three-toed woodpecker, nutcracker and Arolla pine; confront the critical role of ecological disturbances – avalanche, windstorm, insect outbreak, and flood – in mountain ecosystems; experience the magic of ancient forests with scientific precision and artistic spontaneity; and learn about the challenges and opportunities for modern conservation in Eastern European landscapes. With an exploratory emphasis on the magnificent brown bear, participants will become familiar with the scientific approaches to the study of animal ecology – animal tracking, behavioral observations, digiscoping and the deployment of motion-activated cameras; engage the contemplative and artistic process of creating in-field drawings of wild locations; and share hands-on experiences and personal reflections with ecologists, conservation biologists, wildlife movie makers and artists. Throughout the tour we will seek to challenge our relationship with nature and attempt to define a scientific, artistic and cultural baseline for comprehending the European wild.

     Brown Bear 

    © Nathan Ranc 

    Meals: All meals are included in the expedition price; we will have a balance of packed lunches, home-cooked meals and Slovakian cuisine.

    Accommodations: The group will be hosted in a rustic cottage at the entrance of the Tatra National Park (TANAP), along a mountain stream. The cottage will host three or four participants in each room, and includes a small kitchen and an exterior common space. The cottage is located on a campground, where we will have access to all sanitary facilities.

    Itinerary Outline: Please find a comprehensive itinerary HERE.

    Day 1:

    - Meet in Krakow

      at 16:00

    - Arrival in the

      Slovakian High

      Tatras

    Day 2:

    - Bear tracking

      and observation

    - Deployment of

      trail cameras

    - Introduction to

      digiscoping

    Day 3:

    - Introductory

      drawing lesson:

      with Jean

      Chevallier in the

      Tatras foothills

    - Ancient Arolla

      pine forest

      exploration:

      with Erik Balaz

    Day 4:

    - Day hike on

      mountain

      ridges

    - Viewing and

      discussion of

      wildlife

      documentary

    Day 5:

    - Early morning

      drawing lesson:

      with Jean at a

      mountain

      stream

    - Bear tracking

      and observation

    - Evening bear

      drawing lesson:

      with Jean

    Day 6:

    - Day excursion:

      following the

      tracks and traces

      of brown bears

    Day 7:

    - Exploration of

      naturally

      regenerating

      forest

    - Visit of ongoing

      rewilding

      project

    - Wildlife

      watching at

      beaver pond

    Day 8:

    - Departure: at

      10:00

    €TBD for students
    €TBD for two participants
    7 days for
    €TBD
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    (flights not included)
    Dates
    TBD 2018
    Tour Downloads
    - 2017 Brochure (text-only)
    - Booking Conditions
    - Personal Equipment List
    - FAQs
    Need Assistance?
    Contact our Tour Manager
    Nathan Ranc at:
    info@diakron.org
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