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Western Regional Congress 2025: Catan's Compass
2025-03-17 14:00 - 2025-03-21 12:00 (Europe/Brussels) | De Hoge Rielen, Molenstraat 62, Kasterlee, 2460, Belgium
Introduction

Hello and welcome to the official web page of the Western Regional Congress 2025 hosted by EGEA Leuven and EGEA Brussels!

The strategic location of Flanders in Europe has resulted in the fact that it held the highest population in northwestern Europe for centuries. In Flanders a city is always in close proximity. This makes that people can live in the countryside and work in the city. This makes that the border between countryside and city becomes very fuzzy. Competition for land is very strong in Flanders, and in the last 50 years the spatial planning was unsatisfactory. This caused that ribbon development was able to appear. Primarly in the Campine area this phenomenon is very common. Therefore, it is very difficult to make efficient public transport and to connect natural areas. The negative consequences go however much futher than this. Flanders face many sustainable land use challenges. Protecting further hardening of the land will be key to maintain groundwater levels and prevent flooding, but legislation is often blocked in the Belgian Parliament.

Just like the boardgame Catan, land use is important in the real life as well, and the land uses of the past can have a great impact on the land use of the future. Together with our partners we, the WRC 2025 Orga Team, are happy to show European geographers what challenges keep Belgian geographers up at night.

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Register Here! The Registration deadline is 17/12/2024 at 23:59

Excursions

🚢Excursion 1: Port of Antwerp and Antwerp city-centre

🧭Excursion 2: Abandoned Town of Doel & Geo-park Scheldedelta

🚲 Excursion 3: Hard Bike Excursion across the Campine Ridge

🏙️Excursion 4: Brussels Urban Development History and the Ferraris maps

Workshops

Apply to become a workshop leader by filling in this forms: WORKSHOP OPEN CALL FORM. PROLONGED DEADLINE AS LONG AS THERE ARE WORKSHOP LEADERS NEEDED. Be fast if you want a fixed spot at the WRC!

Some workshop ideas we had, but we would love to hear your ideas for Workshops as well:

A workshop learning how to use Python to model land use changes

How to interpret remote sensing data and how to produce land cover maps based on remote sensing data

A workshop exploring the unique soil properties of Belgium, learning about how sandy Belgian soils were modified in order to use them for agriculture

A workshop about the risks of flooding and how to address these issues. The floods in 2021 in Wallonia were a good example of Belgium’s poor river management. Dike-building at the seaside could also be interesting

A workshop about the urban planning or public transport challenges in Belgium because of it’s typical ribbon urban sprawl patterns

A workshop about how historic maps can be used as a scientific data source, especially the Belgian Ferrarismaps which are highly detailed land cover maps from the 18th century.

A workshop about the local economic development, especially local beers and fruits

A workshop about regional rural development, especially because of the LEADER+ program active in most Belgian rural areas.

Training/Skill session

Apply to become a Trainer/Skill session leader! This is a short training session for participants to follow to enhance certain life or organisational or other skills. If you would like to become a Trainer/ Skill session leader at the WRC you can register here via this forms: TRAINING/ SKILL SESSION LEADER REGISTRATION FORMS. PROLONGED DEADLINE AS LONG AS THERE ARE WORKSHOP LEADERS NEEDED. Be fast if you want a fixed spot at the WRC!

Leisure excursion

Hike – Herentals: The Capital of the Campine region
HerentalsExplore this lovely city which had a significant impact on the regional development of the Campine region.We will explore the historic city centre, the Begijnhof,the ‘lakenhal’ and a number of medieval churches.

Hike – Visit the regional landscape park Kleine & Grote Nete
The Regional Landscape ‘Kleine & Grote Nete” is the regional ecological management organisation in the Campine region. They have a wide array of experts and partners that work together to implement different constructive and sustainable projects. Their projects revolve around nurturing the region, safeguarding and improving biodiversity and nature. They also have projects focusing on recreation, leisure and heritage. This leisure excursion will walk through the regional landscape, which our accomodation is part of, and will show you a few of their amazing projects.

Easy Bike – Goat farm and the gnome-forest
On this leisure excursion, you’ll visit a nearby goat farm (yes normally you’ll be able to pet the goats). Afterwards, you’ll go for a short hike in the gnome-forest! 🙂

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Accomodation

Previously a munition depot of the Belgian army, De Hoge Rielen has become one of the most famous youth centers in Belgium. Located in the heart of the Campine (Kempen) area, in the middle of a forested area, we’ll be bringing all-European vibrations to this quiet area. We have booked two buildings, adding up to 105 spots for participants in addition to the Orga Team. The rooms are mostly for 4 persons. The bathrooms are located on the corridor. We look forward to giving you the awesome congress experience in this wonderful accomodation.

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How to get there

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Which station do I go to?

The quickest ways to get to Belgium are 1) Night trains: European NightJet goes from Prague and Berlin, or from Venice and Innsbruck. ÖBB has a night train from Vienna and München to Brussels 2) During the day, there are high speed trains arriving from all over Europe to Antwerp or Brussels. From both Antwerp and Brussels, there are direct trains to Tielen.

The station of Tielen is located around 20 minutes walking from the accommodation. In Tielen there are not a lot of opportunities to buy food for lunch on monday noon so if you have the time, you should do that in one of the bigger cities.

What is the best train fare for me?

In Belgium train tickets do not change their price based on how much on beforehand you buy them. Always try to buy your train ticket before you get on the train. If you buy them in the train you have to pay an extra 7 euros. You can buy tickets via the NMBS/SNCB app quite easily. Otherwise you can always buy them in the blue vending machines in every train station. Below you have our recommendations. Do some math to find out which type of ticket is more advantageous for you. If you’re not sure, you can always contact us through our instagram, LinkedIn or via e-mail (wrc2025@egea.eu) and we’ll gladly help you!

Solo traveller

If you are younger than 26 you should buy a Youth Ticket -26. This reduces the fare to €7,50 euros per journey. This applies between every pair of Belgian (and Luxemburg) train stations. This also only applies for one specific route, so if you want to do a city trip before going to the accommodation location, be sure to check whether or not the city is on route to the accommodation. It does not matter if you take a Belgian or Dutch train on the Belgian territory. This ticket however DOES NOT apply to any high speed firms or night trains. With an ICE ticket you are also not allowed to get onto Eurostar or the other way around.

It’s important to note: The Youth Ticket -26 is NOT always the cheaper option. Be sure to check the standard fare because for short journeys this might actually be cheaper than €7.5

Groups

Groups are recommended to buy a Youth Multi, which has 10 rides on it, not connected to a name. This can be bought at a train station for 62 euro or you can buy it directly from the NMBS/SNCB app for €60. The paper version you will have to fill in with a pen. The app version can be activated in the NMBS/SNCB app (and has to be activated multiple times depending on how many you are travelling with).

The Orga Team is also going to do a city tour of Leuven on Friday afternoon after the WRC. For this the transportation costs are not included in the price of the WRC.

Depending on your itinerary, it can be much cheaper to buy a domestic ticket in one of the neighboring countries until the last stop before crossing the border into Belgium (for example Aachen/ Lille). When you get in the last stop, it can be cheaper to buy a ticket for the short journey between the two border stops. Once in Belgium, you can use the Youth Pass or Youth Multi to get from the border town all the way to Tielen with just one ticket. This ticket is difficult to find online, therefore, I would buy it at the blue vending machine of the Belgian train company (SNCB/NMBS) in the foreign station.

Car

If you are visiting some cities in Belgium, a Low Emission Zone might apply, which means your car needs to be of a certain environmental standard. These LEZ are enforced in Ghent, Antwerp and Brussels. You can check if your car is allowed here: There are park and rides on the city margins.

Ghent

https://lez.stad.gent/en/flows/controleertoegang

Antwerp

https://lez.antwerpen.be/?taal=EN

Brussels

https://lez.brussels/mytax/en/

Carpoolsheet

In order to promote more sustainable ways of travel, we greatly encourage all participants coming by car with some seats left to register in the carpoolsheet. You can give your starting location and your route so people could be picked up along the way. This saves costs and is more sustainable then everyone driving alone. This is also a great way to meet people! The carpoolsheet will be communicated to the participants later on!

Bus

There are flixbus stations in Antwerp, Brussels and Turnhout. From Turnhout it makes more sense to take a bus instead of train to the accomodation. Belgian buses cost around 2 euros. In Flanders, you should buy tickets from DeLijn (yellow buses)

Cycling

Biking infrastructure is great in the Netherlands and Belgium so feel free to come by bike. You should bring a lock with you as well to safely store your bike during the WRC!

Hitchhiking

Hitchhiking is not common but can be done as well. Any clothes that show that you are a talkative youngster and sign that shows where you want to go will help to get you there in no time.

Plane

Whilst we do not support plane travel because of its high emissions, we do understand that for some people it is quite unrealistic to make the journey to the WRC by train, bus or car. Here are some tips to get to the accomodation quickly and cheaply.

Brussels Airport-Zaventem (BE)

If you fly to Brussels Airport Zaventem, you can take the train from Brussels Airport to Tielen with one change. Remember, you have to pay an Airport Tax of 6 euros if you take the train from and to the airport. If you really don’t have any money and you want to be extra cheap, you can walk or take the bus to another station. There you don’t have to pay an airport tax. The most convenient route is to just take the train from Brussel Airport. For more information about train fares, check the train section

Eindhoven Airport (NL)

This airport is located close to Eindhoven in the Netherlands. They have plenty of cheap flights from airlines like WizzAir and Ryanair. From Eindhoven, you can take the train from Eindhoven-Centraal to Breda, then to Antwerp-Berchem and from there to Tielen. You can get your tickets from this site: https://www.b-europe.com/EN (don’t forget to change your age to get youth discount!)

Charleroi Airport- Brussels South (BE)

This airport is NOT near Brussels at all, but it does have more cheaper flights. You get to Tielen the quickest way by taking the shuttle bus from the airport straight to Brussels-South station. In Brussel you can take a direct train to Tielen. Note: Check in which train station you arrive with the shuttle bus and if you can get a direct train to Tielen from there. For more information about train fares, check the train section.

Karstic Weekend '24
2024-08-08 13:00 - 2024-08-11 18:00 (Europe/Zagreb)
Welcome to Karstic Weekend ’24, an EGEA Zadar event in Croatia’s captivating Velebit karst region where mountains meet the sea! Join us to explore this unique land—caves, dolines and much more. Dive into nature’s mysteries, from forests to the magic of coastal karst, all amidst the embrace of Croatia’s stunning geography!

Location

Hostel Čelina

Hostel Čelina“An oasis on the coastal side of Velebit“

Nestled along the coastal side of Velebit, you’ll find the charming Hostel Čelina, a hub of warmth and hospitality year-round, managed by Božena Radošević and her mother Marija, with the helping hands of their two teenage daughters during school breaks. Every detail of this accommodation is carefully crafted, from the thoughtfully designed interiors to the eco-friendly materials used throughout, creating a serene oasis where guests can feel at home.The ever-changing weather, with its sudden shifts and dramatic Velebit storms, adds a touch of excitement to the experience, reminding us of nature’s power and endless variety.Perched nearly 700 meters above sea level, the air here is refreshingly pure, offering a cool retreat from the summer heat, while the sparkling sea lies just a brief 10-minute journey away. It’s a blend of climates and temperatures, where guests can slumber peacefully amidst the gentle slopes of Velebit.

Baške Oštarije
Baške Oštarije is one of the rare settlements in the peak area of Velebit. It is located by the road Gospić-Karlobag, at the border of the Central and Southern Velebit.Once upon a time there was a Venetian merchant caravan on this important Velebit passage and the place became known as the Oštarije. The name Oštarije comes from the Romance languages (tal. osteria – tavern). They are situated at 924 meters above sea level and are surrounded by beautiful Dabri and Dabar peaks. Dabar not only a name for beaver in Croatia (there are none here), but also for the special Velebit valleys with the flat bottom.The village was established following the construction of Karolina Road. The Military Frontier Management encouraged settlement near the road in Oštarijsko polje field to support travelers and those involved in transportation. Houses were provided by the Military Frontier Management, allowing settlers to cultivate cleared land for farming and livestock. Increased trade between the continent and coastal areas eventually attracted more residents to the village.

NP Paklenica
The Paklenica karst river canyon is a national park in Croatia. Due to its unique natural features, magnificent forests, and extraordinary geomorphologic structures, the area of Velika and Mala Paklenica was proclaimed a national park in 1949. The main reason for proclaiming this area a national park was the protection of the largest and best-preserved forest complex in the territory of Dalmatia, which was threatened by overexploitation. The Paklenica National Park covers an area of 95 km2 and includes the highest peaks of the Velebit Mountain – Vaganski vrh (1752 m a.s.l.) and Sveto brdo (1753 m a.s.l.).The name Paklenica probably derives from Black Pine sap called “paklina”, which the locals used in traditional medicine, for wound treatment, for light, and for coating wooden boats (but it also sounds like “hellish” – “pakleno” lol). It covers the area of torrent flows of Velika Paklenica and Mala Paklenica, and their distinctive canyons carved vertically into the southern slopes of the Velebit Mountain as well as their surrounding area. The relatively small area has an abundance of geomorphological phenomena and forms, diverse flora and fauna, attractive landscapes and intact nature. Near the entrance to the Velika Paklenica is an artificial tunnel complex built for Josip Broz Tito during the tension between Yugoslavia and the USSR in the late 1940s and early 1950s (that’s the real important info haha, but tbh we might have have a presentation in here).

Caves
We will have the opportunity to show you two wonderful caves as well:Modrič Cave, located in the town of Rovanjska, offers a journey into an underground world. Stretching 829 meters, this natural wonder provides an authentic experience without concrete paths and bright lights. You can see stunning formations, including stalactites, stalagmites, and unique speleo themes resembling jellyfish and more. With its spacious chambers and consistent temperature of 16-17°C, Modrič Cave promises an unforgettable adventure.

Modrič cave (Croatia) by Geospatial Analysis Laboratory Zadar on Sketchfab

Nestled within Paklenica National Park, Manita Peć is the other cave on our karst advnture. As the only show cave open to the public, it has captivated visitors since 1937. It has incredible expansive chambers adorned with exquisite speleothems, including stalagmites, stalactites, columns, and flowstones. Each formation, such as the Helmet, the Organ, and the Witch, tells a fascinating story of natural beauty and wonder.

PROGRAMME

Prepare to delve into the captivating world of karstology and related sciences! Upon arrival in Gospić, we’ll explore Nikola Tesla’s early life in the nearby village of Smiljan. Our journey begins with a lecture on karst by our wonderful professor from the University of Zadar’s Geography Department. The following day, a karst researcher will lead us on an exciting expedition to Modrič cave and Paklenica National Park, promising a delightful mix of caves, rivers, and stunning landscapes!

Expect an engaging scientific theme throughout Saturday with workshops facilitated by our enthusiastic geographers and karst scientists, covering topics like GIS and Karst research. Meanwhile, another exciting excursion near our accommodation awaits, featuring the breathtaking Premužić Path. And fear not, our weekend won’t be solely about science! We’ll sprinkle in some classic EGEA fun and Croatian adventures for an unforgettable experience!

HOW TO GET TO GOSPIĆ

To get to Gospić from Zagreb and Zadar, here’s a breakdown of transportation options:

By Bus:
From Zagreb:

Bus Operators: FlixBus, Velebit Tours, Samoborček, Arriva Croatia

FlixBus operates buses to Gospić three times a day, with tickets costing between €17 – €24. Other operators also offer services on this route.

From Zadar:

Bus Operators: FlixBus, Velebit Tours

FlixBus operates a bus from Zadar bus station to Gospić five times a day, with tickets costing between €10 – €14. Velebit Tours also services this route three times a day.

By Train:

Train Operator: Croatian Railways (HŽPP)

Croatian Railways operates a train from Zagreb Glavni Kol. to Gospić once daily. Tickets typically range from €12 – €17 for this journey, which takes approximately 3 hours and 32 minutes.

Good luck 🙂

By Plane:
There are no direct flights to Gospić as it doesn’t have its own airport. However, you can fly to nearby airports:

From Zagreb: Zagreb Airport (ZAG) is the closest major airport. From there, go see by bus or by train.

From Zadar: Zadar Airport (ZAD) is the closest airport to Gospić. You can fly domestically from Zagreb Airport (ZAG) or internationally to Zadar. After landing, see by bus.

By Car:
From Zagreb:

The drive from Zagreb to Gospić takes around 2 hours and 30 minutes via the A1 highway. The distance is approximately 190 km.

From Zadar:

The drive from Zadar to Gospić takes around 1 hour and 30 minutes via the D50 road. The distance is approximately 100 km. (wow perfect 100)

Now for the registration! – DEADLINE May 23rd 2024

Link to the FORM

See you there! 🌅⛰️🤍✨ Follow us on INSTA for more cool stuff!

Eastern Regional Congress 2024
2024-04-29 00:00 - 2024-05-03 23:59 (Europe/Prague) | Mariánské Lázně, Nádražní nám. 292, Mariánské Lázně, 35301, Czech Republic
Within the framework of the Czech EGEA entities, we decided to organize a congress dedicated to the topic of Mobility shifts. We wish to take you on an adventure to discover how has mobility changed in the past. One of the most recent changes in paradigms of human mobility was caused by the covid-19 pandemic. What other dramatic changes have happened in the last few years? One of the workshop sessions will be dedicated to this topic, others will dive into the areas of sustainable tourism, history of internationalism, remote sensing, spas and hydrology, noise pollution and animal habitat displacement. Do not miss the chance to take part in the only urban congress of 2024 and register with your EGEA account.

Workshops

Theme of the congress is Mobility shifts. Our workshops will focus on changes covid-19 pandemic brought to the human society, but also on local mineral springs and the changes they are encountering. The scientific topic can be broadly understood as focus on breaking points and changes of paradigms. This will connect human- and physical- geography oriented workshops.

Above you can see the venue for scientific and EGEA programme of ERC 2024, the Frédéric Chopin House in Mariánské Lázně

Suit up for this special occasion

Join us to engage in the very last ERC. We will start off the congress with a gala opening, so make sure to bring something sophisticated. The more of a distinguished lady or gentleman you will be, the more you will fit in the spa environment. After all, “šaty dělají člověka.”

Location

We are inviting you to Czechia. Our congress will take place in a town environment. Mariánské Lázně (Marienbad) consists of 13,000 inhabitants as well as thousands of visitors at any point in time. We will be using multiple facilities (buildings) for the duration of the congress. During excursions you will be able to visit pristine natural reserve Kladská, vibrant Karlovy Vary and hike towards breathtaking views in this hilly part of the country.

Transportation

Reach the location of congress by train. Place of accommodation is few hundred meters from the main station Mariánské Lázně. Trips from Nürnberg and Prague take a little over 2 hours. You will also be able to find connections through Cheb (Eger) and through Plzeň (Pilsen). Flixbus operates a convenient Frankfurt–Cheb line. For holders of ISIC card travelling inside of Czechia: you can get a ticket from Brno for €12.3, from Praha for €5.7 or from Ostrava for €16

Who is behind this project?

We are a team of 11 proud EGEAns from all parts of Czechia. The people owning this project are Adéla Husáková, Denisa Hadrová, Jan Brodský, Kateřina Podzimková, Kryštof Richter, Jakub Joksch, Ľuboš Rybnikár, Matyáš Ludvík, Miroslava Pazourková, Monika Zuzaňáková and Ondřej Míka. We are a non-profit event. If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to contact us at participants.erc2024@egea.eu

Registrations for the Eastern Regional Congress are closed as of December 2023. However, attendees from our partner’s organizations are still more than welcome to register by sending us email to erc2024@egea.eu. Two-day programme (one overnight stay) is offered at a flat rate of 1700 CZK. This event is organized with close cooperation of the Czech Geographical Society

Main sponsors of the event are www.mm-servis.cz, www.ensanahotels.com/cs/destinace/ceska-republika/marianske-lazne, www.kr-karlovarsky.cz, www.muml.cz and www.cuni.cz

Scientific Conference 2023
2023-11-02 13:00 - 2023-11-05 13:00 (Europe/Warsaw)
Forest under Pressure

The majority of current forest ecosystems are subject to a number of natural disturbances (e.g. drought and extreme weather events) that can adversely affect their health and vitality by causing tree mortality or reducing their ability to provide goods and services. Extended to a larger scale, these outcomes will have multiple effects on biosphere-atmosphere interactions. This will play an important role in future water-carbon cycle feedbacks through complex effects on forest biophysical properties and biogeochemical cycles. Understanding the dynamics, processes, and effects of tree mortality and related forest die-offs from drought is a vital step in identifying innovative practices and success factors to mitigate these effects. This requires crossing scales and disciplines ranging from physiology and ecology to vegetation modelling and forest management. We aim to gather a broad range of observational, theoretical, and experimental studies, spanning a range of scales and conditions often characterised by a multidisciplinary approach.

Our Motivation

Recognising the urgency of the situation, scientists, researchers, policymakers, and stakeholders need to come together to share knowledge, expertise, and innovative solutions to tackle this complex issue. This will ensure the sustainable management and conservation of forests for present and future generations. Our institute of Geography is carrying out research in the Hainich National Park in human and physical geography, as well as remote sensing and GIS on this particular topic. Through interdisciplinary approaches and evidence-based discussions, a scientific conference can foster collaborations, generate new ideas, and inform policy decisions to effectively address the pressing challenges faced by forests worldwide. Together with our Institute of Geography and local authorities we want to show some examples of how sustainable forest management can be addressed.

COSTSLocationHow to get there

90 Euro

Sponsored & supported by:

ThüringenForst

Friedrich-Schiller-University Jena

Hainich Nationalpark

Digital Forest Project

The SciCon2023 is taking place in the Hainich National Park in the wooden heart in the middle of Germany. The accommodation is located on a green meadow in the middle of beech forests (UNESCO World Heritage Site). It is the ideal starting point for our excursions and field work. We can relax at the bonfire in the evenings after a long day in the field or chill in the sauna (so don’t forget to bring your swimwear and towel).

Since we are literally in the middle of a forest, there is no public transportation to get there. The nearest train station is Mühlhausen/Thüringen, approx. an hour apart from Erfurt.

Here are the three possible routes from Erfurt to Mühlhausen:

Departure Erfurt at 12:33 – Arrival Mühlhausen at 13:25

Departure Erfurt at 13:07 – Arrival Mühlhausen at 14:15

Departure Erfurt at 14:04 – Arrival Mühlhausen at 14:57

Here are the three possible routes from Göttingen to Mühlhausen:

Departure Göttingen 13:14 – Change in Eichenberg at 13:28 – Arrival Mühlhausen at 14:31

Departure Göttingen 14:08 – Arrival Mühlhausen at 14:58

We will offer 2 shuttle times from Mühlhausen to the accommodation, which you will have to sign up for via email:

Shuttle 1: 14:45

Shuttle 2: 15:30

Workshops

Workshop 1Workshop 2Workshop 3

A Dendrochronological View in the Past Century

By Dr. Gottfried Jetschke & Prof. Dr. Zech

Step into the captivating world of dendrochronology within the lush embrace of Hainich National Park. In this workshop, you’ll embark on a compelling journey to explore how trees respond to recent dry summer years. Through hands-on experience, you’ll venture into the forest to gather sample cores from ancient trees. These cores will then be meticulously sanded and polished, enabling us to measure the tree-ring width with extraordinary precision, down to 0.01 mm. In a fascinating twist, you’ll compare the annual growth increments during dry years to the average growth, allowing us to create characteristic indices. These indices will provide us with insights into how trees adapt to environmental shifts, particularly in response to summer temperature and rainfall. This workshop caters to the curious minds and budding scientists, offering not just theoretical knowledge, but the chance to be an active participant in deepening our understanding of nature’s intricate workings. Join us for an enlightening and adventurous voyage through time, as we decode the secrets hidden within the ancient trees of Hainich National Park.

Exploring Ecohydrology

Session 1 by Sophia Sieber & Marcus Böhm

Session 2 By Prof. Dr. Beate Michalzik & Prof. Dr. Anke Hildebrandt

This workshop, hosted at Hainich National Park, focuses on intensive forest monitoring for water and matter transport. It’s part of the Hainich Critical Zone Observatory, linked to Collaborative Research Centre 1076 “AquaDiva.” The aim is to understand the connection between surface and subsurface water, local geology’s impact on subsurface diversity and ecology. Together you will collect water samples from various forest areas, measuring volume, nitrate content, and pH. Participants will also discuss climate change’s effects on water flow and quality. Additionally, soil respiration rates and pH will be measured in various locations and tree species to understand their influence on carbon release. In summary, this workshop offers insights into field monitoring in ecohydrology and biogeochemistry, hands-on experience, and discussions on climate change’s impact on forest ecosystem processes, particularly water and nutrient cycling.

Environmental Modelling

By David Montero, Dr. Anne Klosterhalfen & Dr. Franziska Köbsch

Join us for an engaging workshop on Earth Observation (EO) data management and analysis. This hands-on session immerses you in the world of remote sensing, where you’ll learn to manipulate EO data cubes, perform spatio-temporal operations, and conduct spectral transformations—all within the user-friendly Python environment on Google Colab. But there’s more to this workshop than digital analysis. You’ll also gain practical knowledge about the Eddy Covariance technique, which measures gas exchange between ecosystems and the atmosphere, and even have the unique opportunity to climb the flux tower where these measurements occur (be aware of heights). Our primary focus in this workshop is understanding Gross Primary Production (GPP) using EO data. We’ll show you how to compare your findings with GPP data collected from the Hainich Eddy Covariance tower, bridging the gap between theory and real-world applications. You’ll also explore both linear and non-linear methods for inferring GPP, providing valuable insights into the role of remote sensing in environmental monitoring and research. Whether you’re a beginner or have some experience, this workshop offers an immersive experience in data analysis and environmental exploration.

Trainings

Training 1Training 2Training 3

Make your CV stand out

By Wiebke Breternitz

In today’s competitive job market, a well-crafted CV can be the key to opening doors to your dream career. Join us for this training to elevate your CV-writing skills, boost your job prospects, and make a lasting impression on potential employers. Your career success begins with a standout CV. During this interactive training, participants will gain essential insights into the art of crafting a compelling CV that sets them apart from the crowd. We will delve into strategies for showcasing your skills, experiences, and accomplishments effectively. You’ll learn how to understand the fundamental elements of a standout CV, including its structure and content, and how to tailor it to specific job opportunities and industries. We’ll explore techniques for highlighting your unique strengths and accomplishments, and you’ll gain tips on crafting a compelling professional summary and using powerful action verbs. Visual design and formatting principles to create an eye-catching document will also be discussed. We’ll provide practical advice on how to incorporate keywords for online job applications and applicant tracking systems.

Win your audience – How to prepare an engaging presentation

By Małgorzata Kamińska

This training focuses on captivating your audience during various presentation scenarios, including thesis defenses, job interviews, and travel slideshows. Participants will engage in brainstorming sessions to discover effective presentation tools and techniques. The program emphasizes reading the room, audience engagement, and practical skill-building exercises. Attendees can expect to enhance their public speaking abilities while gaining insights into versatile delivery methods suitable for both online and in-person presentations. This workshop aims to equip individuals with the skills needed to maintain audience interest and successfully convey their messages in a compelling manner.

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Program

May the forest be with you!

Meet our orgateam

Robert

Main Orga

Say hello to Robert, one-half of our dynamic main organising duo, working hand in hand with Wiebke to make our events shine. Robert’s not just the life of the party as a DJ during congress season; he’s also the heartbeat of our planning process. His meticulous organisational skills, precision, and knack for keeping the show running seamlessly are what set him apart. Robert’s the one you turn to for the inside scoop on outdoor equipment, the guy who knows a tent from a tarp. When we’re gearing up for adventure, he’s our guide. And when he’s not spinning tracks or helping us prepare for our outdoor escapades, you’ll find him on the handball court, displaying the same competitive spirit that fuels our event’s success. With Robert in our corner, every gathering becomes an unforgettable experience.

Wiebke

Main Orga

Do we really have to introduce her? For those in the EGEA community, Wiebke is a familiar and cherished name. Affectionately known as ‘Wibi,’ she’s been an active and influential figure in EGEA for years. As our second part of our dynamic main organiser duo, she is the force behind our outstanding scientific event, and it’s her vision that brought it to life. Beyond her role as an initiator, Wibi is the heart and soul of our team. She keeps us motivated, focused, and on the right path, ensuring the success of our collective efforts. With an open ear and an approachable demeanor, she’s a trusted friend and confidante to everyone involved. In her rare moments away from EGEA, she is an avid adventurer. Her pursuit of new hobbies and love for outdoor activities, whether it’s climbing, kayaking, or exploring nature, exemplifies her enthusiashm for life. Wibi’s dynamic spirit and leadership have not only made this scientific event possible but also continue to inspire us all.

Sophia

Scientific & Participant Coordinator

Allow us to introduce Sophia, the cheerful and invaluable heart of our team. Sophia’s radiant smile and an infectious sense of humour bring an abundance of positivity to every project we undertake, making her an absolute asset to the group. Sophia wears multiple hats with grace and proficiency. She takes the lead in organising workshops and played a vital role in shaping our scientific program, ensuring it’s nothing short of exceptional. As our participant coordinator, Sophia ensures that every attendee’s experience is seamless and enjoyable. If you ever have questions or need guidance, Sophia is your go-to source of knowledge. Her expertise is as solid as a rock, which comes as no surprise considering her fascination with stones. Beyond her love for geology, she’s a dog enthusiast and proudly shares her life with the adorable Wolfi. With Sophia on our side, our team is not only well-informed but also constantly inspired by her unwavering enthusiasm. She’s the kind of team member who makes every endeavour feel like a delightful adventure.

Ben

Kitchen Chef & Green Coordinator

Meet the culinary maestro and our eco-champion, Ben! As our kitchen chef and green coordinator, he’s the genius behind the delectable meals that will tantalise your taste buds throughout the entire weekend. Ben’s not just about creating delicious dishes; he’s also passionate about sustainability and ensuring our event leaves the lightest ecological footprint possible. But there’s more to Ben than his apron and eco-efforts. His distinctive, infectious laugh is known to turn heads and brighten any room, and he’s a force to be reckoned with on the dartboard. With Ben at the helm, we’re in for a weekend filled with mouthwatering meals, laughter, and perhaps a friendly game of darts or two. Get ready to savour the flavours and the fun, thanks to Ben!

KOnstantin

Scientific & Fundraising Coordinator

Introducing Konstantin, an integral part of our scientific program team, who has played a pivotal role in shaping the enriching workshops, discussions, and talks that make our conference extraordinary. Not just confined to program curation, Konstantin is our financial wizard, ensuring the financial gears run smoothly. Beyond his professional commitments, Konstantin takes to the intercrosse field in his free time, where he unleashes his passion for the sport. When not scoring goals, he delights in a scoop of ice cream, savoring the sweet moments in life. Konstantin’s serene presence and unflappable demeanor are the bedrock of our team. His ability to maintain composure in the most challenging situations is truly remarkable. He’s the anchor that keeps us steady, and we’re fortunate to have him as an unwavering force in our scientific program, contributing significantly to the success of our conference.

Amelie

Program Coordinator & Kitchen Team

Let’s introduce you to Amelie, our enthusiastic Newbie who’s been taking the team by storm! While she’s new to the game, her passion for all things culinary shines through as she assists Ben in the kitchen, ensuring you’ll savour every bite of the weekend. She’s the imaginative mastermind behind some of our unforgettable evening program ideas, adding a dash of creativity to your nights. When she’s not exploring flavours, you’ll find her gracefully rowing on serene waters or conquering trails with her newfound passion for running. Amelie’s talents extend beyond the kitchen and event planning – she’s also our resident young grandma. In meetings, you’ll often find her by Wiebke’s side, creating cosy and handcrafted wonders with her crochet skills. So whether you’re in need of delectable dishes, unique event ideas, or a warm, handcrafted touch, Amelie is the multi-talented gem of our team, and we’re thrilled for you to get to know her!

emily

Design & Kitchen Team

Meet Emily, our creative powerhouse and Social Media Queen. As one of our fresh faces, Emily wears many hats, taking charge of our social media presence, crafting captivating templates and brochures, and guiding our design choices with an impeccable eye. But she’s not just limited to the digital realm; you’ll also find her in the kitchen, collaborating with Ben to whip up delicious meals. Beyond her event-related roles, Emily is a connoisseur of German music, with an extensive knowledge that can ignite any musical discussion. She’s a passionate learner, constantly expanding her horizons, and a dedicated bookworm, devouring a new book each week. Emily’s multifaceted talents and unquenchable curiosity make her an essential and captivating presence in our team, ensuring our event is as visually stunning as it is intellectually stimulating.

Wolf

Program Coordinator & Kitchen Team

With Wolf in our team, we’ve not only got a fundraising wizard who played a pivotal role in making our event a reality. Wolf has been one of the driving forces behind our fundraising efforts, ensuring that this extraordinary weekend is possible for everyone to enjoy. He’s also the creative mind that collaborated with Amelie to craft our memorable evening program. Together, they’ve concocted a fantastic lineup of activities to make your nights as unforgettable as your days. When Wolf isn’t busy helping us organise and raise funds, you’ll find him in the great outdoors, pursuing his two greatest passions – his deep love for dogs and his impressive archery skills. He adores his canine companion and knows a thing or two about training and caring for our four-legged friends. And if we ever find ourselves in a food shortage, Wolf’s archery expertise could come in handy, teaching us to hunt like Robin Hood.

EGEA Tartu Lecture with Karyl Fritche
2023-11-01 16:15 - 18:45 (Europe/Prague)
On November 1st at 4:15 PM EET, US Embassy Science Fellow Karyl Fritsche will give a lecture in English on the topic “US policy that is driving change in our agricultural communities to mitigate climate change.”

A discussion will follow the lecture with Farmer of the year Airi Külvet, Chief-specialist from Ministry of Regional Affairs and Agriculture Eike Lepmets, Professor in Root Ecology, UT Ivika Ostonen-Märtin, Chief-specialist from Ministry of Climate Triin Sellis, from Centre of Estonian Rural Research and Knowledge Tiina Köster.

Possible to join online. https://meet.google.com/wbx-izst-jqv

BALKANIJADA 13.0
2023-10-25 00:00 - 2023-10-29 23:59 (Europe/Prague) | BARDACA, Srbac, Bosnia and Herzegovina
Balkanijada is a congress organized by the entities in the former Yugoslavia. EGEA Banja Luka organizes this year’s Balkanijada on the topic Protection of Ramsar sites in the Balkans.

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PROGRAM

WHO CAN COME TO THIS CONGRESS?

Members of the entity: Banja Luka, Beograd, Ljubljana, Maribor, Mostar, Niksic, Novi Sad, Skoplje, Zadar, Zagreb.

ACCOMMODATION

ORGA TEAM

Nikolina Đukić

Marko Kalaba

Bojan Garić

Dragica Delić

Number of participants: 35

Karstic Weekend '23
2023-08-03 13:00 - 2023-08-06 17:00 (Europe/Prague) | Nova Štifta pri Ribnici, Slovenia
An event by EGEA Ljubljana organized in the heart of the Slovene karstic region surrounded by the forested Dinaric mountains. Participants will discover this unique area of Slovene geography and all of its characteristics, from caves, poljes, dolines, its history, settlement, bears, forests and everything inbetween with the help of karst researchers and experts in the field.

Applications have closed but keep a close eye on our Instagram page for any updates and possible last minute spots!

LOCATION

The event will take place in the village of Nova Štifta, 10 min away from the town of Ribnica located about an hour south of Ljubljana by train. The area is famous for its centuries old woodenware tradition and, of course, for its karstic plateaus, poljes, dolines, rivers and forests, which hide populations of all three of the large carnivores living in Slovenia – wolves, bears and lynx! Participants will be staying in a monastery right next to one of the most important pilgrimage churches of the area, perched on a little hill overlooking the karstic Ribnica polje and on the edge of the forested Dinaric mountains. The event will start in Ribnica, which can easily be reached by train and bus from Ljubljana; the rest of the transport until our goodbyes in Ribnica on Sunday will be taken care off by us and is already included in the participation fee!

PROGRAMME

We will work together with institutions and societies connected to karst to give you an insight into this interesting and maybe lesser known field of geography and other connected sciences. After arriving to Ribnica and getting a feel for the local culture and geography, we will organize an introductory lecture on all things karst given by one of the researchers from the Department of Geography of the University of Ljubljana. Next day, a karst researcher from the Department will guide an excursion to the poljes of Clasiccal karst and the Križna cave. Stay tuned for more details, but there will definitely be plenty of caves, dolines, poljes, karstic rivers etc. involved! The scientific theme will continue on Saturday with workshops organized by even more geographers and other karst scientists on various topics (The management of large carnivores in the Dinarides, Wind power production possibilities and limitations on karst, others TBA), while there will be another half day excursion held in the vicinity of the accomodation in the afternoon. Of course the whole weekend won’t be just karst and science, EGEA classics and plenty of Slovene experiences will also make an appearance!

Some sights from the area which we will probably discover during the weekend 🙂

HOW TO GET TO RIBNICA

Ribnica is easily reachable by public transport from Ljubljana, while reaching it from other cities in Slovenia or Croatia without transfering in Ljubljana will be quite a challenge. Ljubljana is well connected to other European cities by frequent Flixbus connections, nightrains and other international train connections (use the Deutsche Bahn website to find connections), while arriving by plane to Ljubljana airport might not be the cheapest option due to a lack of low cost carriers (consider Tarvisio, Trieste or Zagreb instead if flying is a must).

BY TRAIN
Ribnica is easily reachable by train, since it lies on the trainline between Ljubljana and Kočevje, which was completely renovated in the past years with brand new train stations. There are 11 trains a day from Ljubljana, with most journeys requiring an easy transfer in the town of Grosuplje. You can check the timetable and buy tickets on the webpage of Slovene railways.

BY BUS
There are hourly buses to Ribnica leaving from the Main bus station in Ljubljana (often called Ljubljana AP on the bus timetables), right in front of the Main train station. You can use the website of the Ljubljana bus station to check for the bus timetables. Unfortunately you cannot check for journeys which require a transfer, so if you are coming from Bled for instance, you have to check separately for the connection first to Ljubljana AP and from there to Ribnica. The two main bus companies in this part of the country are Arriva and Nomago. The correct name of the bus station in Ribnica is Ribnica na Dolenjskem.

Most buses to Ribnica are bound to Kočevje, so look for signs to Kočevje and/or Ribnica on the bus station in Ljubljana. You can buy the ticket directly from the bus driver, but beware, it’s cash only and the bus drivers might not accept 50€ bills.

BY CAR
If you are travelling by car, there is ample parking space available in the centre of Ribnica, most of it free, so finding a place to park before heading to the accommodation shouldn’t pose a problem. There is also a large parking lot next to the Rokodelski center if the parking spots in the centre will be taken. There is also enough parking space next to our accommodation in Nova Štifta, where you can park after the opening ceremony in Ribnica.

For any questions regarding getting to the Karstic Weekend or tips for things to see in Slovenia before or after the event, don’t hesitate to contact us on Instagram or write us on Whattsapp (+386 64 150 086).

EGEA on WORLD URBAN FORUM 2022
2022-06-25 08:00 - 2022-06-29 17:00 (Europe/Prague) | Katowice International Conference Centre, Plac Sławika i Antalla 1, Katowice, 40-163, Poland
World Urban Forum is the world’s largest and most important cyclical event dedicated to urban development. The Eleventh Session of the World Urban Forum 11 (WUF11) will take place at the International Congress Centre in Katowice on 26-30 June 2022. For five days the heart of Upper Silesia will become the capital of all cities in the world.The theme of WUF11 is Transforming our cities for a better urban future. It is meant to be an invitation to discuss the latest trends that are changing our cities.

World Urban Forum sessions are held upon the initiative of the United Nations (UN).Program > https://wuf.unhabitat.org/main-events

At the event will be present the most important creators and influencers in future of cities, among the thousands of people are expected to attend WUF11 which is co-organized by Poland’s Ministry of Development Funds and Regional Policy, the Municipal Office of Katowice.

EGEA on World Urban ForumEGEA Katowice decide organiaze event to facilitate participation in the WUF for egean’s. We provide accommodation, the best food, public transport (7 day ticket – you can stay even longer in Ruben place for free), plan and guidance. Moreover we will show the local face of the post-industrial region of Silesia, which was chosen for the host of the WUF for a reason. In addition 24 of July (one day before event started) we will have small local trip and bonnfire in Ruben’s place with no additional cost.

Katowice City ActivityThe scale of the event changed the face of the entire city, turning it into a kind of city festival. We will have space for art, fun, music and dance with no additional cost for you.Read more: https://wuf11.katowice.eu/en/11-scen-2.htm?fbclid=IwAR2qIyFklu6mwBX5UwBbntGozaRyDdpskrbJAHTuSNVNuHPWJiJHabvfqec

WUF Program

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BACK TO THE ROOTS - Eastern Regional Congress 2022
2022-05-09 09:00 - 2022-05-13 18:00 (Europe/Prague) | Ostrów Pieckowski, Piecki 7, Ostrów Pieckowski, masurian voivodeship, 11-710, Poland
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In the rush of today’s life, we often forget what’s really important. Family, friends, culture, and traditions are what shape us. Sometimes we should stop and try to come back to the roots. Finding peace and tranquility is not only crucial to ourselves but also for the whole planet and future generations. Fast living and overconsumption led to climate crisis and loss of our identity.

Participants will take part in workshops and trainings in which they’ll learn about the Masurian Region – history, traditions, geography, and meaning of it. The presence of people from all around Europe will guarantee the exchange of cultures and experiences. It may simplify finding their own roots and make it more memorable.

Five days spent in the bosom of nature in the best company, full of theoretical and practical knowledge will be an unforgettable journey within yourself.

You don’t want to miss it!

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Eastern Regional Congress 2022 is taking place in Ostrów Pieckowski. It is located near Masurian Landscape Park and Lake Wągiel, so scenic views and a calming atmosphere are guaranteed. The resort has its own beach and water sports equipment rental, football fields, and volleyball courts. Let’s not forget about fireplaces and areas to relax. We hope that we all can see each other in beautiful Masuria soon!

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Ruben Krystoń

I like books, surfskate and drink coffee without sugar, you can learn me some new dance move on congress 😉

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Martyna Fiłonowicz

Hello, my name is Martyna! I’m just a casual geography student with a huge love for dance related stuff 😀

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Julia Nejman

Hi, I’m Julia! I love reading books and long walks, especially in new places. I also enjoy drawing and just being creative. My biggest love is my little dog!

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Stanisław Konieczny

AKA Stan, former ERC19 organiser, likes sports, music, listening to podcasts, dancing, and hiking 😊

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Kamil Pucek

Hello People! You can probably know me mostly from evening programs during EGEA events. I am enthusiast of dancing and meeting Egeans around the Europe.

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Ryszard Winnicki

Sup! I’m Rich. I’ll take care of You during sailing trips and Water Tourism workshop. If not cruising, I’m hitchhiking, constructing and playing guitar 🙂

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Martyna Gajowniczek

My biggest hobby is art crafts, everything connected to DIY, also hiking and spending time in cozy places surrounded by nature.

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Krzysztof Filipkowski

Hey, call me Fillip.I like:

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Angelika Witkowska

What’s up guys, i’m Angelika! I am a big fan of electronic & latin music, hope we can dance to it together some night! I love to travel and explore new places and i believe you do as well, so let’s discover the beauty of Masuria together.

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Olga Stasievich

Hey you! Greetings to you from my Polish Belarusian heart 🙂 I love people and enjoy discovering our world 🙂

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Patrycja Sokołowska

Hi, I’m Pat 😉 Water is my element, so I love spending time around lakes, rivers, seas or pools. I like watching volleyball and recently, speedway.

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Jakub Wojtaszek

Yerba and craft beer abuser with huge forehead. Geology and meteorology is my hobby, love and guilty pleasure B)

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Aleksandra Wojtas

Inteligent and preety girl, with beautiful smile

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Victoriia Vintoniak

Hey, young congressmen I’ve made my big passion the part of my occupation – meeting new people. Hope you to share this passion and we’ll dance some salsa together 🙂

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Aleksandra (Ola) Marciniak

Hey, I’m Ola! I love reading books, hiking in the mountains, and meeting people. Coffee in the morning is a must! 😀

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Janek Gwiazda 🌟

I love: reading books, swimming and meeting new people. I’m especially interested in sailing and kayaking, generaly in all sports related with water

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Tomek Poniatowski

Hi, I’m Tom! I love to lie on the grass and listening nature! I like techno music, hope some of you too!

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Anna Gramatyka

Hi, I’m Ania, from EGEA Wrocław, and really happy to organise ERC.

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Program

It’s gonna be five amazing days, full of interesting and captivating activities. You gonna have an opportunity to learn something new, meet new people and get back to your roots!

Excursions

Kayaking trip
kayaking along the Krutynia river, which is the most popular route in Poland. The section that we will be wandering is about 9 kilometers long and takes between 2 to 3 hours. The river is shallow and calm, so you don’t need any extra skills or abilities to take part in it!

Bicycle tour
biking across the beautiful landscapes of Mazury, will be a memorable experience! The route will last about 10 to 15 kilometers. Be aware that Mazury has jungglacial sculpture so there are some hills

The Research Station of the Institute of Parasitology of the Polish Academy of Sciences (Deer Farm)
animals such as red deer, fallow deer, and sika deer live here in similar to natural conditions. You will see all of them during 1,5 h walk across the research station and hear a lot of interesting facts about them from employees. After the walk, we can sit by the lake and just chill a little bit, or have a picnic!

Sailing at Bełdany lake
sailing across the beautiful Masurian lakes is all about what Mazury is actually about! Śniardwy is the biggest lake in Poland. You will sail on small boats called Sigma 600 club and it will take about 3 or 4 hours.

Sightseeing and boat trip
sightseeing with a guide around Pisz – a charming city that will last about 1,5 h. After that, you will take part in a boat trip across Roś lake. In the end, we will have the opportunity to sit at the city market and drink some good coffee.

Excursion has been cancelled, due to insuficient sign-ups

Workshops

Water Tourism

Are You keen on spending holidays actively? Have You ever been sailing? In our workshop, we will not only cover the scientific aspect of water tourism across Europe, but we will go sailing by ourselves and use professional measuring devices to get data about water pollution!

The subject of the workshop concerns the general character of water tourism and different approaches to spending leisure time on the water. We will discuss the differences and types of this kind of tourism in various countries. Then we’ll smoothly proceed to the aspect of environmental harassment caused by tourists. By the end of the workshops, we will aim to create a report discussing the results of our measurement taken on the excursion and assessing the further consequences of the development of water tourism in the Masurian region.

Excursion

We will divide into three groups and get onto the yachts. While sailing across the lake Mikołajskie, one of the most popular Masurian lakes, we will measure the cleanliness of the lake using a professional device provided by The Jagiellonian University. Having the continuous measurements taken over some period, we will be able to put the results onto the map, which will result in the breathtaking and astonishing spatial interpretation of the quality of the water in the lake.

Workshop leaders

Leona Matotek

University of Zagreb, EGEA Zagreb

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Leon Puljević

University of Zagreb, EGEA Zagreb

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Historical places and their meaning in region
Olecko; Poland – May 20, 2018: Monument in honor of soldiers who died during World War I, unveiled on September 11, 1927

No beaches? We don’t have them here either. But we have multiple architectural buildings filled with mixed cultural influence which created an extraordinary climate for the region. We will dive into local history and reasons why masurians are neither pole nor german.

The subject of the workshop concerns the heritage of Masuria. We will discuss historical events, masurian identity and influence of religion in this region. As a part of our workshop we are going to trace back the change of areas of influence of different countries by using pre prepared maps.

Workshop leaders

Korana Komar

Faculty of Science in Zagreb, Department of Geography, EGEA Zagreb

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Stella Štefanac

University of Science Zagreb, Department of Geography, EGEA Zagreb

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Cittaslow – slow life not only in the countryside
Catholic baroque church in Swieta Lipka (Heilige Linde), Masuria, Poland

No Are you tired of rushed and overcrowded touristic places? Come to our workshop and discover the slow way of traveling along with traditions and local products. We will present to you the essence of Cittaslow by showing our Warmian-Masurian villages and towns. You will have a chance to explore unusual architecture, try local food and feel the spirit of the Polish countryside.

The subject of the workshop concerns the Cittaslow association, which brings together small cities around the world. As part of the workshop, you will learn the main features of cities belonging to the network and what benefits and obligations result from belonging to Cittaslow. During fieldwork, you will assess how Polish cities pursue common goals and ideas of the organization. If you are interested, check their website. https://www.cittaslow.org/.

Workshop leaders

Alicja Lis

Uniwersytet Jagielloński, EGEA Kraków

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Patrycja Maćkowiak

Uniwersytet Jagielloński, EGEA Kraków

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Limnology in practice

„Limnology in practice” is a workshop during which you will discover and learn about Polish lakes in Masuria. In the beginning we are going to present theoretical knowledge about limnology, then it is time for measurement and taking samples. At the end we will draw conclusions from our work. We also want to touch upon the problem of building a motorway through Masuria and how it can affect the environment of lakes.

Excursion

The science excursion will contain the measurement of the local lake on boats or canoes. After that we are going to visit a nearby educational path which shows the natural environment of Masurian water birds. The last part of the excursion will take place in Mrągowo, where the motorway through Masuria will be built. The samples taken there will be studied later to determine pollution of these waters.

Workshop leader

Luana Schena

University of Zurich, EGEA Zurich

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Journey to the roots of herbs and sustainable farming
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The workshop “Journey to the roots of herbs and sustainable farming” will take you literally to the roots of herbs – we will kick off the workshop with a walk in the Congress’ surroundings to gather edible roots and plants – dandelions, nettles, dead nettles, chavil, wild onions and whatever we are lucky to find.This will be accompanied by wild salad, nettle soup and dandelion root coffee.

Excursion

During the excursion we will visit a local Garden specialized in growing herbs and breeding butterflies, where we will learn about different herbs, make herb tea mixtures and natural soap.

Workshop leader

Michalina Pietras

University of Copenhagen

Weronika Ziółkiewicz

Jagiellonian University, EGEA Kraków

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Address of our accommodation is:
Ośrodek Wczasowy Ostrów PieckowskiPiecki 7, 11-710 PieckiPoland

Coordinates:53.776160081439635 N21.34568483082378 E

Opening Ceremony

Warmińsko – Mazurski University in Olsztyn2 Michała Oczapowskiego St. 10-719, Poland(the exact room where registration is going to take place will be published soon).

To get to the location of the opening ceremony from the train station or city center you can choose public transport: bus 103, 109 or tram. To help you navigate through the city use the app Jakdojade or Google Maps. Just in case you can always ask people for directions. Registration will be available from 12 am and some food will be offered. The opening ceremony will start at 2 pm, and soon after we will go by bus to the Congress location, so keep in mind to arrive on time. The bus is included in the participants fee.

How to get to Olsztyn, by train?
Here is the website of Polish Railways (PKP) – https://rozklad-pkp.pl/en. You can buy your tickets with a 51% discount if you have a valid Student Card from a Polish University or you have Polish citizenship and have the ISIC (website of ISIC – https://www.isic.org).

Tickets for national connections are available only 1 month before the date of your journey (so if you want to buy tickets for the 9th of May you can buy them only after the 9th of April). Tickets for international connections can be bought way earlier (even now).

You can travel to Olsztyn from every bigger city in Poland (Warsaw, Kraków, Poznań, Wrocław, and Gdańsk). It takes between 2 to 4 hours to get there from Warsaw, Gdańsk, and Poznań) or 6 – 7 hours from Kraków and Wrocław.

From every city, you can travel the day before or on the day of the congress (9th of May). Most of the trains arrive in Olsztyn between 9 am and 15 pm.

How to get to Olsztyn, by bus?
Flixbus arrives at Olsztyn only around 9 pm, so if you want to travel with Flixbus you will have to arrive there the day before (8th of May). It is line 1221 and you can travel with it from Kraków or Warsaw (also straight from WAW and WMI airport).

You can also travel by Polonus from Warsaw to Olsztyn. It leaves at 10:10 am from West Station in Warsaw and arrives at 2:40 pm in Olsztyn

Support EGEA and use this link to buy tickets for Flixbus: https://www.flixbus.de/?awc=13945_1619799311_491eef1e49e28b17461eb3ae98dc6916&wt_mc=.de.flixbus.aff.generic.651023-AW.2461752-AW.ad&wt_cc1=-aff&utm_source=awde.generic&utm_medium=aff&utm_campaign=651023-AW.2461752-AW.-aff&utm_term=&utm_content=de.flixbuss

How to get to Olsztyn, by plane?
There are 2 airports in Warsaw – WAW (Okęcie Chopin Airport), and WMI (Warsaw-Modlin), we recommend landing at WAW which is bigger and it is closer to the city center, WMI is located about 50 minutes from the city center and it’s more complicated to get to the train station. There are also airports in Poznan, Wroclaw, Krakow, and Gdansk.

How to get to Olsztyn, by car?
You can travel by bla bla car, but remember that drivers often post their offers only 2 – 3 days before the ride.

Here is a sheet that we created to ease ride-sharing between EGEAns! You can switch between sheets depending on whether you are offering or needing a car ride.

Car sharing

Most of the highways in Poland are for free, so you don’t have to worry about paying for the ride. Here is the list of paid highways:

A1 between Rusocin and Nowa Wieś (152 km)

A2 between Konin and Stryków (99 km) and Konin and Świecko (255km)

A4 between Kraków and Katowice (61 km) and Wrocław and Sośnica (160 km)

You pay by the distance traveled at the gates.

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Spring Mapathon
2022-05-05 18:30 - 21:00 (Europe/Prague)
To celebrate the summer semester and that COVID-19 cases are dropping, we are excited to bring back an in-person Mapathon!We will join the Humanitarian OpenStreetMap Team in its efforts to map unmapped places vulnerable to disaster across the world.

For this event, EGEA Bonn collaborates with the Geography Student Council of Uni Bonn and students of the United Nations University in Bonn. This will be an excellent opportunity for EGEAns interested in disaster management and the United Nations University Masters program in Bonn. The event will be held at the Geozentrum Ü9, starting at 6:30 pm but joining online via Zoom will also be possible.We will be creating digital maps of a vulnerable or affected area using the services provided by MissingMaps and the Humanitarian OpenStreetMap Team (HOT-area). This is done with user-friendly software that requires no previous mapping, GIS, or remote sensing skills. Everyone is welcome, and we will provide support to first-time mappers and snacks.

Please RSVP so we can provide you with directions to the event and the zoom link.We are looking forward to welcoming you to a special Mapathon and celebrating the spring together.

Love,

EGEA Bonn

Marburg clean up (GAW)
2021-11-19 12:00 - 16:00 (Europe/Paris)

Geography awareness week mapathon
2021-11-18 16:15 - 18:00 (Europe/Prague) | Paikkatietoluokka, Natura, Vesilinnantie 5, Turku, 20500, Finland
On Thursday we shall map and do good! Egea Turku organizes a mapping event as a part of the Geography Awareness week. We will be mapping online for humanitarian aid. The event starts with a brief introduction to the theme and a guidance to mapping. As always, Egea Turku will provide delicious snacks.

All interested newbies as well as experienced oldies are welcome!

EGEA Turku & EGEA Leuven standardizing public geodata of the Archipelago Sea
2021-09-22 10:30 - 13:00 (Europe/Helsinki)
The event is a scientific workshop organized by EGEA Turku. The workshop is part of both the Creative Commons Global Summit 2021 and this project: https://hack4openglam.okf.fi/projects/archipelago-of-finland/

Webinar: Forest and Climate a dialogue under stress
2021-07-09 16:00 - 17:00 (Europe/Amsterdam) | Online event
EGEA partners up with IFSA, the International Forestry Students’ Association! A great collaboration to support the EGEA Theme Year “Trees in Need”!

Join us on the 9th of July at 4pm UTC+2 (CEST) 📆 to learn more about the interactions between forests 🌳 and climate ⛅️🌎.Prof. Alexander Knohl (university of Göttingen) will explore flux measurement in the Hainich national park, especially during the drought of 2018.

Join the meeting using the zoom link https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85196960718 or the meeting ID: 851 9696 0718
