Nature connecting people

 A Comenius- project with partners from Kääpa (Estonia, Coordinator), Vaala (Finland), Debrecen (Hungary) and Paderborn (Germany)  supported by Comenius Action I within the scope of the educational program SOKRATES of the European Commission.

There are remarkable nature areas such as  „Meenikunno raba“ near Võru, Estonia,  „Manamansalo“ island near Vaala, Finland, the national park „Hortobagy“ near Debrecen, Hungary and the heathland „Senne“ near Paderborn, Germany.

Students should make comparing observations in these areas looking for similarities and differences.

They enhance their knowledge about both species, plants and animals and their living conditions. They realize the influence of mankind on nature and the need to assume responsibility across the borders to protect and develope these areas.

 Manamansalo

Most of the forests in Manamansalo  are dry pine forests. On the islands, also spruce-mixedwood forests and older forests can be found. In the areas which are central to tourism and hiking, there are handsome pine forests and older planted forests. There are only very small areas where the forest is in its natural state. The most impressive old-growth forests can be found in Rapsunkangas. The special natural features of Manamansalo include the lichen-covered heaths.

The herbarium “Plants of Manamansalo” is a collection of the typical plants of Manamansalo.

 Birds of Manamansalo