Description
The project's goal is to rejuvenate the activities of the Estonian Naturalists’ Society. The main focus groups for this project are people from within Tartu, who are interested in nature science from among mainly high school and university biology students. Focus groups are to benefit from direct contact with leading nature scientist in Estonia. The project will start a new era in Estonian Naturalists' Society, new member count will rise as a whole and new activities will be introduced.
Summary of project results
The aim of the project was to recruit new members to the activities of the Estonian Naturalists’ Society and thus, contribute to the capacity and sustainability of the organisation. The project brought together young scientists with studing or interested youth that sparked many discussions and exchange of ideas and experience. Participating scientists received a firm grasp of what expectations the new generation has. The target group got an excellent idea of what the Estonian Naturalists´ Society is and how they could be a part of that group. The main questions answered were "where to next" and " how can I participate". The various activities included but were not limited to practical application exercise taking water samples from the lake Võrtsjärv to study the water qualities in the laboratory and using the e-plant database to identify trees, participants studied about local nature and aquatic wildlife in Otepää. Further discussions after the lectures and exercises took place where the scientists explained their work and answered questions. Participating scientists and target group initiated the creation of a dialogue to amend the management structure of the Estonian Naturalists´ Society to further improve organization through active participation of new members in the governance of the organization.
Summary of bilateral results