Pure adventure: scout day in the forest school Helenenschacht!

Pure adventure: scout day in the forest school Helenenschacht!

A day full of adventure and nature experience recently was on the program at the Helenenschacht forest school in Ritzing. The annual scout day attracts small nature lovers who go on a journey of discovery with a backpack and a lot of curiosity. As meinzirk.at it is one of the highlights of the day that the children collect together and a fire Build fireplace. The crowning glory is the overnight stay in the open -air tent - a great experience that will not be forgotten so quickly.

The Waldschule Helenenschacht, which is located on over ten hectares of forest and meadows in the Middle Burgenland, is not only a popular meeting place for scouts, but also plays an important role in regional youth work. The place has a long history that goes back to the 18th century when coal supplies were dismantled there. As the website of the forest school ( forest school-helenschacht.at ), the facility was opened in 1923 to shorten the school's way of school. This tradition of education and development continues to this day.

a colorful review of the scout movement

The scout movement has developed rapidly since Sir Robert Baden-Powell in 1907. The first scout group was founded in Austria in 1912 and has offered numerous adventures and experiences since then. This historical development has contributed to the creation of one of the largest youth organizations in the world in which around 38 million members in 216 countries are active today ( Scout-oberndorf.org ).

The scout day in the forest school impressively shows how this tradition continues to live in today's world. The activities not only promote team spirit and a sense of responsibility, but also the love of nature. The forest school itself has also developed in recent years and pursues clear goals to improve infrastructure and accessibility with various projects such as draining the house and the establishment of a sanitary container.

The future of the forest school

For the Helenenschacht forest school, exciting times are imminent. The lease association, which took over in 2013, ensures that the site will be secured for future generations. One can be proud that the forest school in 2015 was the first storage area in Austria to receive the seal of approval in gold with three out of three tents - a sign of the high quality of the facility.

The forest school is more than just a location for scouts; It is a cultural center and an important part of the regional community. The continued renovation and improvement work show that fresh vigor and commitment will continue here. So the forest school remains a place where children can experience the adventure nature up close and make new friendships.