Europarc 2004
Workshop 5
Opportunities that Natura 2000 offers to local communities

This workshop will explore formulas for working together in partnership, agreements between public and private institutions, sustainable development, land use and economic activities, as well as gaining local support.

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 CHAIR A: Gerald Plattner (A), Österreichische Bundesforste AG

Contact: gerald.plattner@bundesforste.at

Field trip: Cap de Creus, Natural Park

Case Study: Woody and coastal area with wild fires. Examples of local population involvement in prevention and extintion of fires, meeting with a representative of a local association. More information

Excursion: We will have the chance to have a pleasant walk by Cap de Creus coast and enjoy amazing views over the cliffs, little beaches, caves and much more of this Natural Park.

 CHAIR B: Liam Lysaght (IRL), Heritage Council

Contact: llysaght@heritagecouncil.com

Field trip: Zona Volcŕnica de la Garrotxa, Natural Park

Case Study: This is a woody and volcanic area with high socioeconomic activity. Examples of agreements tools between public and private institutions (examples such as the implementation of the European Charter for Sustainable Tourism, and other projects of rural development). More information

Excursion: It is possible to choose between 3 options: a nature and cultural heritage bus tour, walking and cycling trip through a highly man-made environment with great geological, botanical and landscape values

 CHAIR C: Gérard Moulinas (F) Director of the Federation of French Regional Nature Parks (French speaking)

Contact: gmoulinas@parcs-naturels-regionaux.tm.fr

Field trip: El Montseny, Natural Park

Case Study: This is a Mediterranean and Atlantic woody area. We will know examples of landuse changes and new opportunities for locals. Meeting with a major of a municipality. More information

Excursion: Walk to the highest point of the Montseny Natural Park

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