Nature Conservation in Tisvilde Hegn: Helping the Sand Meadow and Antlions

In Tisvilde Hegn lies a clearing that few know about: an open, sun-warmed sand meadow surrounded by forest. Here antlions dig their small trap pits in the loose sand, and woodpeckers inhabit the surrounding woodland. But the sand meadow is gradually being overgrown with pine trees, so help is needed with nature conservation.

The work involves pulling up small pine trees with extraction bars on the south-west facing slope - an easy task where you set your own pace. The pulled-up trees are used to build a round brush hedge and a threshing pile, so the wood can decompose and become a habitat for insects and other small animals. Along the way, plants and animals are observed and recorded on a mobile phone - bring yours along. You don't need to know the species in advance; you'll figure it out together.

There is a guided walk to the site, and the group departs together from the car park at 9:30. Bring a packed lunch and something to drink; a homemade cake to share is also welcome. Tools are available for both children and adults.

Everyone can participate, regardless of physical ability, and children are welcome. If you have difficulty walking, you can be driven to the site - just arrive in good time so it can be arranged.

Questions can be directed to Søren Bendix.