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The most beautiful classroom in nature
Kikinda – A sunny March day in the 'Mlaka' area near Kikinda was marked by an unusual and noble mission. Instead of in school desks, students from Kikinda elementary schools spent the morning in nature, where, together with experienced hunters and representatives of the city Secretariat for Environmental Protection, they participated in the traditional spring counting of hares.
TL;DR
- Students from Kikinda elementary schools participated in a spring hare count at the 'Mlaka' game farm.
- The activity aimed to teach children about monitoring wildlife populations and their importance for ecological balance.
- Hunters emphasized that their role involves not just hunting but also caring for animals, providing winter feed, and protecting habitats.
- Over 20 hares were counted per hectare, which hunters considered an excellent number.
- The event is part of ongoing collaboration between hunters, the city secretariat, and schools, including eco-workshops.
- A specific method for counting hares was explained, involving participants forming a 'drive' to guide the animals through a designated area.