COn the arrival of spring and the awakening of nature, The custom of the picnic is also backan opportunity to enjoy the beautiful days in the open air. According to a recent Coldiretti/Ixe ‘survey, in fact, There are over 20 million Italians who choose this activity every yearfocusing especially between April and June, in conjunction with the first mild temperatures. In this context, the Pertosa soil museumin the province of Salerno, managed by Mida Foundation, has launched The “Sustainable picnic and friend of the soil” project, an initiative to promote respect for the environment even during these moments of conviviality.
Desire for picnic, but with low environmental impact
To contribute to the protection of the planet even during a simple outdoor lunch, The land museum has developed a decalogue of simple rules. These recommendations range from the choice of local and seasonal foods to the use of reusable or compostable dishes, passing through a correct separate collection and the composting of organic waste. The primary objective of this initiative, It is to sensitize citizens, families and students on the importance of soilconsidered no longer as an inert substrate, but as a lively and crucial ecosystem for the health of the planet.
The land museum and the custodian network
The Soil museumunique in its kind in Europe, proposes an exhibition that explores the chemical, physical and biological processes of the soil, fundamental for life on the planet. And, through an interactive and multimedia path, biodiversity and hidden history under its feet discover the visistor. Not only that: the Foundation It also undertakes to expand the network of “soil custodians”a community of virtuous citizens who adopt respectable behaviors of the environment. The decalogue, in fact, also includes the invitation to avoid protected natural areas, not to light fires And to leave the cleaner place of how it has been found. And everyone is invited to share their sustainable experiences on social media using the hashtag #custadidelsuolo and tagging the museumin order to amplify the message and involve an ever wider community.
According to a survey made by Coldiretti, over 20 million Italians who choose picnic as outdoor activities (Getty Images) are chosen every year
A growing trend: sustainable tourism
The recreational activities with low environmental impact are conquering more and more followers: according to recent Istat data and the 2024 report by Legambiente on sustainable tourism, almost 40% of Italians He declares to prefer outdoor experiences in nature compared to traditional tourism. A clear demonstration of an increasing sensitivity towards green themes And a desire to enjoy free time in a more aware wayAnd.
The picnic as an act of love for the environment
In this context, A picnic is not just an opportunity for entertainmentbut it can turn into a small gesture of love towards the environment, capable of generating awareness e respect for a often neglected resourcebut of vital importance: the soil. Even a simple moment of relaxation, in fact, can become a contribution to the protection of the planet, e Every little virtuous behavior can trigger great changes.
The ten rules in detail
Let’s see then, What are the advice listed in the decalogue:
- choose the right place: avoid protected areas, natural reserves and sensitive urban parks, preferring open spaces away from crops
- Use reusable tools: forget disposable plastic and opt for reusable or compostable sets in bamboo or stainless steel
- bring only the necessary: plan the food avoiding waste and use reusable containers and bags
- Choose local and seasonal foods: support local products reduces the impact of transport, and seasonal fruit and vegetables help ecological balance
- Respect fauna and flora: do not trample or damage local plants and flowers, avoiding collecting natural elements
- eliminate waste correctly: bring bags for separate collection and do not leave waste in nature
- use a sheet: cover the soil protects the ground and allows the grass and organisms to breathe
- Avoid making fires: can damage the soil and vegetation; Use portable gas stoves if necessary
- do not leave traces: collect all the waste and do not leave remains of food
- encourage the recovery of nutrients: biodegradable waste can be composed to nourish the soil.
The Mida Foundation and the land museum
The Mida Foundation, integrated museums of the environment, manages a museum system distributed between Pertosa and Auletta, in the province of Salerno, within the Cilento National Park, Vallo di Diano and Alburnirecognized as Geoparco Unesco since 2010. The system includes Pertosa-Auletta cavesunique in Italy for the navigation of an underground river and for the remains of a palaphitic village; The Speleo-archaeological museumSparch, which reconstructs the past of the caves and, finally, the Soil museuman interactive path to discover this precious and fragile resource on which we live and walk.
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