Many residents and visitors to the Freetz and Wobbantz settlements have noticed in recent weeks how colorful the fields and meadows in the region have become in recent years. Lush roadsides, flowering meadows and many flowering areas dot the agricultural landscape and are a feast for the eyes! But not only that, they also provide a habitat for many rare animal and plant species that have become scarce elsewhere. The FINC Foundation from Greifswald has now been managing these areas organically for four years and has also taken numerous measures to increase the diversity of species and biodiversity in this cultivated landscape in the biosphere reserve. This includes the cultivation of old cereal varieties such as "Pommersche Dickkopf", light rye, spelt, flax and buckwheat, which have almost been forgotten. To give you a better overview of our work, cultivation methods and goals, we are offering two guided tours of our "pleasure landscape" in Freetz and Wobbantz in July: Dates: 1st Saturday, July 13, 2024 at 11.00 a.m. 2nd Saturday, July 20, 2024 at 4 p.m. Start: at the Reethütte Muglitzer Ort - 18581 Putbus Duration: about 1 hour Leader: Nature and landscape guide Ms. Elke Jander Cost: 5.00 euros per person We also set up our mobile wood-burning oven at the hut and offer fresh bread made from our foundation's own spelt flour for sale from 10 am, as well as tasting other products such as cold-pressed oils. You are cordially invited! Your FINC Foundation _____________________________________________________________________ Contact details: Elke Jander (ZNL), T: 0157 50474472, M: Elke.jander@genusslandschaft.org FINC Foundation, Freetz 3b, 18581 Putbus
The Rügen Farmers' Association and the Vorpommern Cattle Breeders' Association invite you to the 32nd Island of Rügen Harvest Festival. For decades, the event has been one of the highlights of the harvest season and attracts both locals and guests from near and far. Against the picturesque backdrop of the castle park, visitors can expect a colorful program full of rural traditions, regional delicacies and varied entertainment for young and old from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm.
Program highlights:
- Market of regional products Freshly prepared delicacies directly from the island's farmers and producers.
- Pedigree animal exhibition Encounters with pedigree and farm animals - presented by breeders from the region, an experience for all animal lovers.
- Cultural performances Animal performances by the rescue dog squadron, dance performances by the TSC Rugard and the traditional obstacle driving of the carriages create a great atmosphere
- Children's program Pony rides, straw and bouncy castles, craft stands and an exciting pedal tractor course make children's hearts beat faster.
- Festival parade Decorated carriages, harvest wagons, old and new tractors and a large shawm band parade from the market to the castle park.
- Culinary variety Regional specialties and traditional dishes, freshly prepared by local suppliers.
The harvest festival in Putbus is more than just a celebration of agriculture - it is a meeting place for the whole family, a place of exchange and an opportunity to experience the community spirit of the island at first hand. The diversity of modern agriculture can be discovered between fragrant market stalls and idyllic autumnal parkland. This year, there will also be a harvest party in the evening at the stables in Putbus.
The Rügen Farmers' Association and the Vorpommern Cattle Breeders' Association look forward to welcoming you to the 32nd Harvest Festival!
