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The project contributes to counteracting the main threats to biodiversity of the reserve “Czerwone Bog Woodland” (valuable peatbog: nature reserve, Natura 2000 and Ramsar Convention site):
drainage of the fen (drainage ditches), natural succession of woody vegetation (overgrowing with Scots pine), anthropogenic pressure (littering, exploration beyond designated routes); anthropogenic degradation of the entire Orawsko-Nowotarskie Mire complex (Natura 2000 site) – also due to improper local land management practices.
Nature monitoring of biotic / abiotic parameters. Improved land mgmnt. practices in surrounding municipalities (workshops for local authorities and other stakeholders). Wetland awareness raising – local schools and general public (media campaign). Cooperation w/NO partner – sharing know-how on wetland mgmnt.
Improved state and condition of peatbog ecosystem in a Ramsar site.
Improved awareness and management practices on mountain wetlands.
Supporting implementation of the Carpathian Convention.
Local authorities – better land management practices
Tourists, teachers and pupils, general public – increased awareness on wetlands
Regional nature protection agency – improved capacity.
Nature and Man Foundation (PL) – key role: in charge of active nature protection measures as well as coordination on nature (biotic and abiotic) monitoring of ecosystem condition and effectiveness of project activities. Networking with key institutional stakeholders (State Forestry, regional nature protection authorities). Administrative procedures. Asplan Viak AS – exchange of know-how on wetland management and conservation in Poland and Norway – incl. presentation at project final conference. Liaison with relevant Norwegian entities (also during the project study visit).