Join us in this nature tour in the Al Thakira Coast, co-organized with QNHG and led by desert ecologist Dr. Aspa D. Chatziefthimiou and animal tracker aficionado Raviv Cohen. During the tour, especially organized in support of QGBC’s Sustainability Week, we will explore the ecology of the area, and learn how to use ecology and Bedouin practices to track wildlife. A footprint hunt competition will ensue, as well as footprint casting using environmental-friendly plaster. We will also have free time at the end to showcase sustainable lifestyle practices, to restore the area and to enjoy the sunset.
Location
Meeting point for those who require a ride: IKEA Parking Lot (N 25.3867927, E 51.4393831) at 12:45 pm
Meeting point for the tour: Al Thakira, Al Meera Parking Lot (N 25.7195775, E 51.5220265) at 2 pm
What to bring with you: a hat, wet shoes or old sneakers, sun-screen, rulers for footprint sizing, and a plastic single-use bag. Be a sustainability champion and pack your snack in zero-plastic containers, and bring plenty of water (> 2 liters per person) in multiple-use bottles.
Optional: binoculars, camping chairs, shade, and if you want to swim bring your swim suit, towels, and a change of clothes.
4WD cars are required for this tour. Please make sure your gas tank is full.
The event is OPEN to the public and FREE.
The Cap to participant numbers is 40, with a waitlist of 10.
To register, please fill out this form
https://forms.gle/ZM7rekCRhTBxFD659
Donations for “The Wilderness Book Series” are welcome.
“The Wilderness Book”, by ecologist Dr. Aspa D. Chatziefthimiou, with photographs by wildlife photographer and animal tracker Raviv Cohen and design by artist Jenine Davidson, is a 360º pictorial journey across the natural ecosystems and wildlife in the Qatari desert and surrounding waters; the first of its kind. “The Wilderness Book” will intrigue neophytes to explore the desert, and it will serve as a guide-book to scientists, new to this field, requiring up-to-date robust scientific research findings.
Qatar Natural History Group was founded in 1978, with the aim of bringing together people with an interest in the natural history of Qatar and the Arabian Gulf. During its nearly four decades of existence, thousands of residents in Qatar have taken the opportunity to learn more about Qatar and its region. There is so much to discover on the peninsula, whether it’s the rich culture and history, or the diverse natural heritage.
