Youth centers jointly explored Piusa

April 26, 2022

To mark the start of the school holidays, on April 25th, the Ilmatsalu, Lille, and Anne youth centers embarked on a joint trip to Southern Estonia. The main destination was the Piusa Caves Visitor Center, after which time was spent at Meenikunno by Lake Valgjärv.

The day began with a trip from Ilmatsalu at 9:30 AM. After a lively bus ride, we had an interesting guided tour in the Piusa caves and got to craft bats and sand bottles. In the caves, we also managed to spot hibernating butterflies and sleeping bats. The young people grilled their own lunch in the beautiful natural setting by Lake Valgjärve. In addition to grilling sausages and marshmallows, they hiked around the lake, played ball games, and had a small competition, with the winners being rewarded with a box of sweets.

Youth worker Sära Sthella Tohv, who accompanied the young people, states: “We have mistakenly assumed that young people are not very fond of nature. On the contrary! They are very interested in the life around us, and when we shared forest wisdom with them, they were able to contribute a lot themselves. It is our responsibility to give them the opportunity to spend time in nature in diverse ways.”

Tartu Youth Work Center will continue to organize outings aimed at young people, information about which can be found on our website and the youth centers' Instagram. Outings, like all other youth center activities, are free for young people.

Additional information:

Youth Work Specialist Sära Sthella Tohv

Email: Sara.Tohv@raad.tartu.ee

Phone +372 5303 3606

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