Researchers from the Nature Branch of the Transcarpathian Regional Museum of Local Lore named after T. Lehotskyi, along with IRCEF experts Mykhailo Bilanych and Ruslana Dzhahman, recently conducted thematic tours of the “Nature of the Native Land” exhibition. This educational event was organized for students from the Ecological and Naturalistic Center for Students of the Vynogradiv City Council of the Transcarpathian Region, accompanied by their supervisors Svitlana Sheresh, Halyna Chabrun, Oksana Melnyk, Yuryna Klyap, Myroslava Dankanych, and Karina Sheresh.

During the event, the children explored the diverse flora and fauna of the region, delving into its geography, climatic features, geology, and paleontological finds. A special focus was placed on rare and endangered species listed in the Red Book of Ukraine. The highlight for many students was the “Mysterious Flowers: Orchids” exhibition, showcasing the region’s unique and captivating orchid species.

Throughout the tour, interactive tasks placed within the exhibition, developed in collaboration with IERS and IRCEF, helped the students better understand and remember the information presented. The event created a warm and educational environment that inspired young people to cultivate a stronger passion for natural sciences and environmental preservation.

The event was held in the framework of cooperation between the Interreligious and Civil Environmental Forum of Eastern Europe (IRCEF) headed by Olexander Bokotey) and the German Nature Conservation Union (NABU Bundesverband, NABU International), project coordinators  Ivan Tymofeiev (NABU), and Nataliya Kulya (IRCEF).

Mykhailo Bilanych, Head of the Nature Branch of the Transcarpathian Regional Museum of Local Lore named after T. Lehotskyi