2024 Conference Field Trips
Field Trip 1: Saturday October 19- In the Footsteps of the Wolf
Join us to track wolves and other wildlife in the mountainous region of Val Chiusella. This special Alpine landscape is rich in biodiversity with local communities engaged in semi-traditional economic livelihoods.
We are guided by a local expert Adam Rose who will discuss wolf ecology and share the amazing story of how this shy and persecuted top predator is returning to the region after having been eradicated almost a century ago. Our adventure will lead us into some pristine mountain valleys where we will look for wolf tracks and signs and get in touch with the reality and mythology of this enigmatic and elusive animal.
We will take a short hike (3.5 km) to explore some wolf habitat, look for tracks and signs and have a full immersion experience in this biodiverse landscape. We will also meet the Mayor and local shepherds to discuss the practical realities of farming in wolf habitat.
Cost: 200 Euro
Tour departs: 8 am
Tour returns: 5 pm
Transfers will be by small bus, pick up and drop off location TBD in Torino
Field Trip 2: Sunday October 20- Agricultural Tour
This tour provides insights into sustainable local farming and a chance to experience the region’s finest foods and wines. It includes a tour of a local vineyard and farm.
On the tour, there will be educational talks from a chef, a biodynamic farmer, and a beekeeper about the impact of organic practices on local biodiversity, agriculture and cooking. The tour also includes a vegetarian cooking class where we will learn about food preparation using local organic ingredients as well as identifying wild herbs and edible flowers.
Cost: 120 euros
Tour departs: Morning TBD from Piazza Statuto
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