This has created an opportunity for special classes in particular, but also to a lesser extent school classes, leisure groups, scout groups and other interested parties, to receive educational and interesting general information, teaching and communication about hunting and nature on a factual basis. Furthermore, the purpose of the nature guide scheme is to communicate the nature and cultural landscape of Southern Jutland.
The project is based on the idea that nature is a living community of biodiversity, species, processes and resources with which humans are deeply connected and dependent on. Nature is regarded as an ecosystem with its own value that requires understanding, respect and active protection. The pupils encounter nature through their senses, actions and professional insight, which creates a deeper relationship with the landscape and its species. Through concrete experiences, they gain insight into the cycles of nature, the interdependence of species, the importance of healthy, robust ecosystems and the role of humans as both an influencing and protective factor.
The communication of biodiversity will be sensory and highly differentiated so that all pupils – regardless of their abilities – can participate. The communication is based on, among other things, hands-on activities, stories about biodiversity and ecology, visual and tactile learning tools that support understanding among children with special needs, and situation-specific communication based on the season, weather and current state of nature. Communication at takes place at and around Gram Castle, where rich biodiversity, local species and unique habitats provide a safe learning environment.
The nature school's primary new focus area is called Project: Children, Feel Nature – Special Classes, Version 2.0, Biodiversity, or in short: Project: Feel Nature – Special Classes 2.0.
The project is aimed directly at children and young people in special classes, including pupils with cognitive, social or emotional challenges. These pupils benefit in particular from: • structured and clear learning programmes • sensory and practice-oriented activities • safe environments where they can experience success through concrete actions Nature gives pupils an opportunity to step outside traditional learning spaces and learn in ways that are tailored to their needs and strengthen their self-confidence and participation.
The long-term effect is expected to be the development of lasting relationships with nature among a target group that often has limited access to nature and outdoor activities, to inspire schools and municipalities to use nature as an educational learning environment, and to provide a stronger foundation for future understanding of nature and sustainable behaviour.
Pupils learn about the responsible use of natural resources, gain insight into species conservation, habitats and the importance of biodiversity, and the activities are based on local materials and seasonal opportunities. The teaching materials, methods and activity models developed are made freely available to teachers and educators so that the courses can be anchored and continued locally. The nature school integrates the activities into its regular operations after the project period so that experiences and methods are naturally anchored in a long-term programme for special classes in the region.
The project can inspire others by showing how nature can be used as an inclusive learning space for students with special needs. The practical activities are easy to repeat and adapt to local conditions, and the project's methods and materials are shared freely with schools, nature schools and professionals. Through active knowledge sharing in networks and workshops, the project's experiences can serve as a model for similar initiatives nationally.
The project period is from 1 January 2026 to 31 December 2028.
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