Morning pint in the village museum: experts discuss forest protection and climate change

Morning pint in the village museum: experts discuss forest protection and climate change

An interesting event is coming up: On Sunday, September 7th, 2025, a morning pint will take place in the Schwalm Village Museum Holzburg. The event starts at 11 a.m. in the dining room of the former Wahl inn. This year it's all about the work of forest stakeholders in the region and the challenges posed by climate change. The focus will be on the question of how forest stakeholders should act in times of recurring dry periods. All participants are warmly invited to ask questions and actively participate in the discussion. A good opportunity to find out more about current developments!

With its annual theme “On the Nature of the Forest”, the Schwalm Village Museum has dedicated itself to the important topic of forests and climate change. It is noted that the forest in the region is in a precarious condition. The reasons for this are climate change, long periods of drought, pest infestation and the loss of biodiversity through monocultures and radical exploitation of nature. According to dorfmuseum-holzburg.de, the forest has many important functions: It supplies raw materials, serves as a building material, acts as a CO2 killer and is also a popular recreational location.

Focus on educational offerings

As part of the annual theme, there are not only lectures and exhibitions, but also a tree quiz for families. The aim is to inform visitors about the historical, cultural and ecological context of the forest. The history of the use of the forest, which was crucial in the Middle Ages, is also discussed. Wood was an indispensable source of energy for mining, house building and heating. Many romantics, including the Brothers Grimm, discovered the mythological significance of the forest and turned it into a place of longing, populated by mythical creatures, which contributed to the development of tourism in Little Red Riding Hood Land.

However, it is important to also be aware of the current challenges. The morning pint offers the opportunity to exchange ideas about the challenges of climate change and the associated tasks of those interested in forests. A documentary by Maxi Buck, which discusses deforestation in the Dannenröder Forest, will also be shown and will certainly spark a lively discussion.

In the spirit of education and networking, there are also projects such as the Forest and Climate Education Network, also known as “the climate experts”. This is an initiative that aims to inform educators and interested parties about the topics of climate protection and forest education. This project brings together actors from forestry, forest science, politics and education and thus promotes sustainable awareness - an approach that also finds its place in Holzburg. waldklimafonds.de emphasizes that exchange and information between different actors is of great importance.

The Schwalm Village Museum in cooperation with the Schwalm Cultural Landscape Association e.V. invites everyone interested to experience a sociable and informative morning pint on September 7th. Freshly tapped beer and a snack not only promote exchanges, but also raise awareness of the challenge of climate change. Dates like this are important to form a community and actively discuss our nature. Stop by and bring your questions and ideas!