The village of Ezerets (Shabla Municipality) is hosting an eco-camp with the participation of educators, animators, ecologists and young people from all over the country. The young people are exploring the mysterious world of bees.Over the course of four days, until September 1, they are to learn how to makea straw hive and participate in beekeeping activities.The initiative is being held as part of the project "Get to Know the Bees, Protect Your Future."

The organizers have filmed a short educational movie at a beekeeping farm, which showcases the life of bees and their connection with agriculture, biodiversity and people. Interactive games are used to introduce young people to the structure and significance of bees, following a model borrowed from a French educational methodology, which is to be introduced in Bulgarian schools and community centres.

• “Adopt a beehive”, an initiative that helps bees and beekeepers

  
  

• Beekeeping University to help nature lovers take their first steps in the apiculture sector

  
  

• Beekeeping - an invaluable factor for health, yet not a priority sector for the Bulgarian state

  
  

• Beekeepers- the human species that should never go extinct

Bees are among the most important living beings on our planet, but their survival is at risk due to climate change, urbanization and unsustainable agriculture.The eco-camp in Ezerets aims to raise awareness and engage the next generation with this critical issue, said the organizers from the "Public Center for Environment and Sustainable Development".

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