The Ryoomgaard Realskole Students’ Journey at Karen Blixen Camp
Every March, a lively cohort of students from Ryomgaard, Denmark, embarks on a transformative journey to Karen Blixen Camp, eagerly anticipating the adventures that await. Arriving last Thursday, their departure tomorrow marks the end of yet another enriching chapter in their school’s history.
Their annual pilgrimage isn’t just a mere excursion; it’s a deep dive into culture, community, and sustainability. Each year, they return to Karen Blixen Camp to unravel its myriad offerings and witness firsthand its commitment to environmental stewardship.
Amidst the towering trees and serene landscapes, the students engage in a tapestry of activities, each one weaving them closer to the heart of the community:
- Charcoal Briquette Making with Mara Rianda Women: Side by side with the Mara Rianda women, they craft charcoal briquettes, forging bonds and fostering sustainability practices rooted in tradition.
- Cooking Collaborations with Culinary Students: In the kitchen, they share culinary secrets with students from a local cooking school, savoring the flavors of diversity and camaraderie.
- Green Mara Event: Today, they join forces in the Green Mara event, scouring the Mara Rianda market for litter, and transforming it into a symbol of environmental harmony and community pride.
- Tree-Planting Project: With determined hands and hopeful hearts, they plant trees, nurturing the earth and sowing seeds of change for generations to come.
- Visit to Mara Rianda Village School: Beyond the camp’s confines, they educate students on hygiene, sexual health, and menstrual hygiene, igniting flames of empowerment. Yesterday, toothbrushes danced in small hands, while pads were tenderly gifted to girls, embodying solidarity and support.
Amidst their noble endeavors, the students also relish moments of pure joy: thrilling game drives that awaken their senses to nature’s symphony, and tranquil sundowners that paint the sky in hues of serenity and wonder.