“Eco-Fun in Circulation!” – Bieruń Combines Recycling and Playful Education
On 1 June 2025, the Mini Arboretum in Bieruń came alive with family laughter and eco-awareness during an environmental event organised by local eco-manager Elżbieta Musialik to celebrate Children’s Day. The initiative was officially listed in the calendar of the European Union Green Week and held under the patronage of the Minister for European Union Affairs as part of Poland’s Presidency of the Council of the EU.
Recycling as a Family Game
At the stand run by the eco-manager, children and their families took part in an interactive educational game titled “Eco-Fun in Circulation! – Recycling Lottery.” The programme included quizzes, riddles and mini-challenges focused on the principles of the circular economy, recycling, and the reuse of resources. Participants had the chance to win small eco-friendly prizes for correct answers and active engagement.
High Participation and Enthusiastic Learning
The activity attracted around 150 people – children, parents and caregivers alike. The hands-on format encouraged group collaboration, with families solving puzzles together and discussing sustainable choices. The level of involvement reflected genuine interest in environmental topics and showed how effective education through play can be.
Support from Local Government
The event was also attended by the Mayor of Bieruń, Mr Sebastian Macioł, who visited the eco-manager’s stand, listened to the quizzes and interacted with participants. His presence emphasised the importance of local environmental efforts carried out as part of the LIFE project “Silesia. Blue Sky Restored.”
Play-Based Learning that Makes a Difference
The success of “Eco-Fun in Circulation!” proved that interactive, age-inclusive educational initiatives are highly effective in raising ecological awareness. Eco-manager Elżbieta Musialik once again demonstrated that environmental education can be creative, inspiring and accessible to all generations.
Projekt zintegrowany LIFE "Śląskie. Przywracamy błękit". Kompleksowa realizacja programu ochrony powietrza dla województwa śląskiego realizowany jest przy dofinansowaniu z Programu LIFE Unii Europejskiej oraz Narodowego Funduszu Ochrony Środowiska i Gospodarki Wodnej.
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