17.07.2021, 17:41h
In terms of the diversity of educational programmes, the engagement of staff, and the turnout of attendees, Krka National Park is a leading example of the educational role of protected areas. Since the very beginning, we have been building an ecological story, with the aim of raising awareness of the local population that their conduct has an impact on nature, and that they can be involved in the conservation of nature. The development of educational programmes, designing workshops and the celebration of important dates in nature protection are activities that the Public Institute of Krka National Park is continuously working on, diligently and with great enthusiasm. Our staff invest great personal efforts to further their own education and personal development.
After a challenging period of online education and social distancing, we are delighted to be able to spend time again with children, the most curious friends of nature. As part of the celebration of the Kijevo Municipality Day and the feast day of Our Lady of Carmel, the Public Institute of Krka National Park has joined in the educational and entertainment activities of the society Čarobni svijet (Magical World) relating to the conservation of nature and the flora and fauna. At the workshops, children had the opportunity to learn more about dragonflies, the nimblest of the flying insects. They participated in interactive games, created colourful masks, worked on puzzles and played games to learn more about Skradinski Buk and the plant and animal species living withing Krka National Park.
The Kijevo Municipality Day also marks the start of World Firefly Day, celebrated from 17 to 24 July. There are 38 species of dragonflies in Krka National Park, and of these 9 have been included in the Red Book of Dragonflies and Damselflies of Croatia. This is an important group of animals, as their life cycle unites the aquatic and terrestrial ecosystems, and so they are considered an important indicator of environmental pollution.