Connecting Residents with Their Rural Surroundings
The rural landscape of Nersac is a shared common good. To encourage deeper community understanding of ecological realities, the Amicale des Propriétaires Terriens de Nersac curates an annual schedule of open, free field events. These activities bring together families, long-time landowners, agricultural operators, and newcomers to experience wildlife tracking, observe twilight animal movements, and contribute to habitat preservation.
Every outing is led by certified volunteer naturalists and safety officers. We supply all necessary observation tools, including identification guides, headlamps, and binoculars. Participants of all ages are welcomed, and no specialized equipment or prior experience is required.
2026 Schedule of Civic & Environmental Events
Spring Twilight Roe Deer Census
Date: Thursday, May 14, 2026 • 20:30–23:00
Location: Meeting at Place de la Mairie, Nersac
Join certified counting teams along fixed transects to record roe deer emerging from forest edges. Learn track reading and nocturnal biology observation techniques.
Free Admission • Registration RecommendedFarmer Support & Solar Fencing Workshop
Date: Saturday, June 20, 2026 • 09:00–12:30
Location: Agricultural Parcel, Chemin des Chênes, Nersac
Hands-on morning assisting local farmers in erecting temporary electric fencing around vulnerable sunflower parcels. Refreshments provided by the association.
Free Admission • Open to All VolunteersCharente Riverbank Ecological Cleanup
Date: Saturday, July 18, 2026 • 08:30–13:00
Location: Pont de Nersac (Riverbank access)
Annual community river cleanup collecting plastic waste, fallen debris, and clearing non-native invasive weeds along public riparian footpaths. Gloves provided.
Civic Volunteer Event • Family FriendlyAnnual Democratic General Assembly
Date: Saturday, September 12, 2026 • 17:00–19:30
Location: Salle Polyvalente Municipale, Nersac
Public presentation of the moral, biological, and financial balance sheets for the 2025–2026 season. Open discussion on upcoming land regulation quotas and safety zones.
Open Public Assembly • Free EntryAutumn Forest Hedgerow & Flora Walk
Date: Sunday, October 25, 2026 • 14:00–17:00
Location: Bois Communal de Nersac
Guided botanical walk identifying native hedgerow species (blackthorn, dogwood, hawthorn, hazel) and assessing acorn mast production for winter wildlife nutrition.
Free Guided Walk • All AgesWinter Wildlife Tracking Expedition
Date: Saturday, December 05, 2026 • 09:30–12:00
Location: Gare de Nersac Parking Forecourt
Winter discovery trail identifying animal footprints in soft ground, tree rubbings, and badger setts. Warm tea and educational debriefing at association office.
Free Public Outing • Registration via Email
Safety, Practical Details & What to Bring
To ensure the absolute safety and comfort of all attendees, our field coordinators follow strict organizational protocols:
- Clothing & Footwear: Sturdy walking boots or waterproof boots are strongly recommended. Weather-appropriate layered clothing and a light waterproof jacket ensure comfortable participation.
- Children & Families: Children over six years of age are warmly welcome on all guided walks when accompanied by an adult guardian. All paths are selected for accessible, gentle terrain.
- Safety Vests: For twilight outings and excursions adjacent to forest sectors, high-visibility fluorescent vests are loaned free of charge to all attendees.
- Weather Postponements: In the event of severe weather warnings (orange or red wind/storm alerts issued by Météo France), outings are rescheduled, with notification posted to this site and emailed to registered attendees.
Free Registration Guidelines
While all our events are 100% free and open to everyone, we kindly ask participants to notify our volunteer bureau in advance for guided walks and twilight counts. This allows our team to calibrate the number of volunteer guides, ensure sufficient loaner optical equipment, and maintain small group sizes that minimize disturbance to wild fauna.
To sign up for any event, simply send an email to kaushyipaihwuo@gmail.com with the name and date of the event, your name, and the number of participants, or use our contact form.
