Development of Balkans' virgin forest-based study tours and appurtenant training programs
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Project idea information
Priority
Environment and culture responsible Danube region - Improve framework conditions for innovation - Foster sustainable use of natural and cultural heritage and resources - Support environmentally-friendly and safe transport systems and balanced accessibility of urban and rural areas - Improve institutional capacities to tackle major societal challenges
Project Idea Promoter
(name of the institution)Franc Ferlin, Forest consulting and education, s.p., Slovenia, www.ferlinforestconsult.com
Needs and challenges
(Needs, main problems or challenges to be addressed)The Danube region with its Balkans' mountain ranges, comprising large complexes of still well preserved natural forests, among them virgin forest reserves and (current and potential) Natura 2000 forest areas, provide a big opportunity for presenting and l
Objectives
(main and specific objectives to be achieved)To foster sustainable development and use of forests and other natural resources, corresponding international cooperation and nature-based tourism, through preparation, testing and promotion of study visit programs to selected virgin and neighbouring natu
Main results and core outputs
1) Potential virgin and other natural forest examples (to be included into anticipated forestry study tours' routes) identified, explored, selected, informationally equipped and local team members nominated;
2) Appurtenant study tours' programs for the r
Main foreseen activities
1) Identification of virgin and other natural forests most prominent and suitable for study visits;
2) Review of scientific and technical documentation of the candidate forest examples;
3) Selection and informational equipping of the most suitable fore
Innovative character of the project idea
The entire idea is innovative one. It would best fit to a wider project dealing with nature-based education and related eco-tourism programmes in Danube region.
Estimated Total Budget
(in EUR)300.000 EUR
Estimated duration
(in months)24
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Partners involved at this stage
ERDF Partners
NO
IPA Partners
NO
Associated Strategic Partners
NO
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Partners requested
ERDF Partners
YES
IPA Partners
YES
Associated Strategic Partners
YES
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Contact Person
Name
Franc Ferlin
Address
Lasce 17, 8361 Dvor
Country
Slovenia
Telephone number
E-mail address
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