Here you will find an overview of the workshops from June 21st to June 26th as part of the Nature Week organized by the Bingo Environmental Foundation, taking place in the Edible Forest Garden in the Friedensgarten of the Internationale Gärten e.V. Göttingen and the City SoLaWi of the Lernacker Stadtsolawi Göttingen e.V. You can find the registration for the events here.
(When filtering your search for events in Göttingen, we recommend manually setting the search radius to +5 km.)
The registration period is from June 2nd to June 19th.
Afterwards, the summer festival “Gemeinsam im Grünen” will take place from June 27th to June 29th. You can find more information on our website.

Programme overview

Building a dry stone wall - establishing habitats

An event by Internationale Gärten e.V. Göttingen

In this activity, we want to build additional dry stone wall habitats together with the participants, for sand lizards, weasels, toads, and many insect species, and then transplant them. Special additional areas for wild bees will also be created. With this, we especially want to provide new habitat for the sand lizards on the site. On that day, we also want to observe sand lizards.
Please note: We cannot accept liability for personal injuries, so please take care of yourselves and others!

Maximum of 20 participants.
Takes place on: 21.06. & 26.06.

Mowing with a scythe

An event by Internationale Gärten e.V. Göttingen

In this workshop, we will learn the practical skill of mowing a meadow with a scythe. Scything offers low acquisition costs, easy maintenance, nature-friendly garden and landscape care, and an integrated fitness program while maintaining a comfortable posture. We are offering a scything course where you can learn how to sharpen the scythe, adjust it properly, and mow a meadow using an optimal movement pattern.

Please bring:

• Your own scythe and any related equipment, if available. Otherwise, a scythe can be provided (please let us know in advance).
• Cut-resistant gloves, if possible
• Sturdy footwear and long trousers

Please note: We cannot accept liability for personal injuries, so please take care of yourselves and others!

Maximum 15 participants
Takes place on: 21.06. & 22.06.

Expedition Foodforest for kids

An event by Edible Forest Garden Göttingen

In this event, participants will discover the biodiversity of the Edible Forest Garden Göttingen and get to know various animals and plants. Equipped with magnifying cups, identification books, and research assignments, children will discover small wonders in the forest garden. Activities will include searching for and identifying insects, observing lizards and birds, and building a sandarium or insect hotel. Additionally, we will look for edible plants that grow in the forest garden.

Maximum 15 participants
Takes place on: 22.06. .

Forest garden day for adults

An event by Edible Forest Garden Göttingen

On this day, learn all about the Edible Forest Garden Göttingen and help with planting or harvesting. During a guided tour of the forest garden, we will get to know the concept of urban forest gardens and the diversity of plants that grow in a forest garden and can provide us with food. Afterwards, we will take a closer look at plants and animals or get involved in practical activities, such as helping to plant and care for woody plants.

Maximum 30 participants
Takes place on: 22.06.

The basics of Permacultur

An event by JANUN Göttingen e.V.

Observing our environment, finding our place within it, and seeing how wind and weather affect cultivated plants—this is what this course is about. Under the guidance of Ingela, a certified permaculture designer, you will learn about the most important factors influencing a permaculture design using a practical example. Bring colored pencils and paper; after a brief theoretical introduction, we will observe and analyze our environment and then create a map of influencing factors, which we will use as a basis to continue working and consider how a piece of nature can be designed. Also, bring something to drink, sun protection, and all your questions about permaculture!

Maximum 16 participants
Takes place on: 22.06.

Wild herb walk

An event by Internationale Gärten e.V. Göttingen

Together with Maria, we will look for wild herbs in the area of the forest garden and the neighboring garden plots.
Afterwards, we will use the herbs we have collected to make small delicacies right on site. 😋🥗
For sharing and exchanging ideas, you are welcome to bring wild herb recipes, books, or similar materials.
Paper bags for collecting would also be helpful.

Maximum 20 participants
Takes place on: 23.06.

Medicinal plant walk for FLINTA*

An event by Internationale Gärten e.V. Göttingen

This summer evening, we would like to dedicate to the power of medicinal plants traditionally used in women's health. The cyclical nature of the female body and major phases of change can often be challenging, but can also be consciously supported with simple knowledge of medicinal plants. During a herbal walk, we will get to know various women’s herbs. Afterwards, each person can make their own summer blossom massage oil.
For this, please bring a screw-top jar (about 200 ml) and olive or almond oil.

Maximum 18 participants
Takes place on: 24.06.

From seed to harvest

An event by Lernacker Stadtsolawi Göttingen e.V.
How does a tiny seed become a crunchy carrot or a strong kohlrabi? Together we will experience nature in organic vegetable growing, where not only plants grow, but insects, earthworms, and other small soil creatures also find their place. We will explore the fascinating journey from planting and caring for the crops to harvesting.

Please bring: Don’t wear your newest clothes—it might get a bit muddy!
Also remember to bring:
🧢 a hat,
🥤 a water bottle,
🍎 a small snack, ideally something to share,
☀️ sun protection (e.g., sunscreen).

We will also prepare a big salad together. 🙂

Takes place on: 24.06.

Urbane gardening - harvest all year long!

An event by Lernacker Stadtsolawi Göttingen e.V.
Even in a small area, you can grow an impressive variety of vegetables! In our workshop, we will show how we plan cultivation on our Solawi farm so that fresh vegetables can be harvested continuously throughout the season.
Learn which types of vegetables are particularly suitable for urban or small-scale cultivation, how to make optimal use of beds, and which simple, sustainable techniques enable resource-efficient management.

Practical information:
Please remember to wear weatherproof, comfortable clothing—we will also be active outdoors.
Also helpful: 🧢 a hat, 🥤 a water bottle, ☀️ sun protection, 🍎 a small snack for the break

Takes place on: 25.06.