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Festival «Honey Traditions of Polesie»

Festival «Honey Traditions of Polesie»
Autumn in Polesie is a time not only for the blossoming of nature, but also for a special event - the collection of on-board honey. Pripyatsky national park provides its guests with a unique opportunity to see how this happens during the festival «Honey Traditions of Polesie», which will take place this year October 19-20.
This festival provides a unique opportunity to plunge into the atmosphere of an ancient craft passed down from generation to generation in the mysterious forests of Polesie. Visitors will be able not only to observe the honey collection process, but also learn many interesting facts about the Polesie wild bee, its unique features and salvation.
Festival program:
- meeting a hereditary beekeeper;
- stories about the Polesie wild bee and its rescue;
- visit to a workshop for making beads;
- forest walks to remote forest decks;
- purchase of honey;
- conference with the participation of scientists and beekeepers.
Don't miss the unique opportunity to plunge into the world of Polesie honey traditions! And to make your stay even more comfortable, we suggest booking rooms in the hotel complex Nad Pripyatyu.
Date: October 19-20, 2024.
Place: Petrikovsky district, ag. Lyaskovichi.
The events of the city Lyaskovichi / Pripyat National Park
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1 - 2 March 2025more
National Park «Pripyatskij» invites everyone to an exciting owl-watching tour – an unforgettable opportunity to meet and study some of the most unique and fascinating birds on our planet. Join experienced ornithologist guides on an exciting route in search of owls during the «Night of the Owls» festival, which will take place from March 1 to March 2, 2025.
At the festival, you will enjoy:
- A lecture where you will learn about the habitats, diet, and lifespan of these feathered predators;
- An evening excursion – walk through the evening and night forest, heading to the owls’ habitat while studying fresh animal tracks along the way;
- Night adventures by the campfire with a grill menu – enjoy a picnic by a large campfire with lots of fun, games, and contests;
- A master class – create a felt souvenir with your own hands.
Don't miss the chance to attend this event and uncover the mysteries of the night forest with experienced specialists and nature enthusiasts!
Location:«Berezinsky Biosphere Reserve»
Date: March 1 - March 2, 2025.